Amen
Bob Marley Lyrics


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Amen, Amen, Amen, Amen, Amen

Everybody now

Amen, Amen, Amen, Amen, Amen
Everytime I, feel the sprit

Oh deep in my heart, I will pray, I will pray

Everytime I feel the spirit

Oh deep in my heart, I just want to pray

And everybody now

Amen, Amen, Amen, Amen, Amen



Amen, Amen, Amen, Amen, Amen

Everybody now

Amen, [talking with the fisherman]

Amen, [down by the seashore]

Amen, Amen, Amen, one more time.

Amen, [talking with the fisherman]

Amen, [talking with the fisherman]





Amen, Amen, Amen

Overall Meaning

Bob Marley's song Amen is a gospel-inspired song that speaks about the power and importance of prayer in the life of individuals. The lyrics are simple and repetitive, with the word 'Amen' being used as a call to prayer and as an affirmation of faith. Marley speaks about the feeling of the spirit deep inside his heart and how he is moved to pray every time he senses it. This is reflected in the line 'Every time I feel the spirit, oh deep in my heart, I just want to pray'.


Marley also emphasizes the communal aspect of prayer, as reflected in the repeated refrain of 'Everybody now, Amen'. He talks about praying with others, including fishermen and people down by the seashore. The choice of location is interesting, as it suggests a connection between spirituality and nature. It also reflects Marley's own connection to his home country, Jamaica, where he spent time fishing and enjoying the sea.


Overall, the song is a powerful expression of faith and spirituality, and it showcases Marley's ability to draw from different musical traditions and create something new and compelling.


Line by Line Meaning

Amen, Amen, Amen, Amen, Amen
The repetition of 'Amen' shows a deep-seated belief in the power of prayer and spirituality.


Everybody now
The call to include everyone highlights the universal nature of spirituality and the need to come together.


Everytime I, feel the sprit
The reference to feeling the spiritual presence emphasizes the personal and intimate nature of spirituality.


Oh deep in my heart, I will pray, I will pray
The feeling of prayer being rooted deep within oneself underlines the deep conviction and commitment to faith and belief.


Everytime I feel the spirit
Reinforcing the deeply personal nature of spirituality and how easily it can be felt.


Oh deep in my heart, I just want to pray
The innate desire to pray, especially during moments of intense spiritual awakening.


Amen, [talking with the fisherman]
The reference to speaking with a fisherman underscores the humility and simplicity of Marley's spirituality, rooted in everyday moments of life.


Amen, [down by the seashore]
The imagery of the seashore highlights the vastness and expansiveness of spirituality, existing beyond the confines of everyday life.


Amen, Amen, Amen, one more time.
Repeating 'Amen' strengthens the call to keep spirituality and prayer at the forefront of one's life and purpose.


Amen, [talking with the fisherman]
The repetition of speaking with the fisherman further reinforces the message of the personal and simple nature of Marley's spirituality.


Amen, [talking with the fisherman]
A final call to the humbleness of spirituality and the continued need for prayer and faith.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, ACUM Ltd., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JERRALD K GOLDSMITH

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