More Axe
Bob Marley Lyrics


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If you are the big tree
We are the small axe
Sharpened to cut you down
Ready to cut you down
Sharpened to cut you down
Ready ato cut you down
These are the words of my master
No weak heart shall prosper
And whosoever dig a pit
Shall fall in it And who so ever dig at a pit
Shall fall in it Where dere is no wood
I say the fire goes out
So we'll have to cut you down Without a doubt
These are the words of my master
No weak heart shall prosper
And whosoever dig at a pit
Shall fall in it And whosoever dig at a pit
Shall fall in it If you are a big tree
We are the small axe
Sharpened to cut you down, well sharp
To cut you down
If you are a big tree
We are the small axe




Sharpened to cut you down, well sharp
To cut you down, chop, chop

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "More Axe" by Bob Marley are a powerful metaphor for the struggle against oppression. The song describes a relationship between a powerful, established figure ("the big tree") and a group of people who are determined to bring them down ("the small axe"). The small axe represents a collective will and determination to stand up to those who hold power, and to cut them down to size. The sharpening of the axe symbolizes the preparation and focus that is necessary for achieving this goal.


Marley's lyrics emphasize the strength and resilience of those who are willing to fight for their rights, and warns those who would try to stand in their way that they will ultimately fail. The mention of a pit that someone has dug for another serves as a warning that any harm one attempts to inflict on others will ultimately backfire, causing them to fall into their own trap. Finally, the song emphasizes the importance of persistence and perseverance in the struggle against oppression. The repeated refrain of "sharpened to cut you down" serves as a reminder that the fight is ongoing and that the small axe will continue to chip away at the big tree until it falls.


Overall, "More Axe" is a powerful call to action that encourages listeners to stand up against those who hold power over them. It is a reminder that even the seemingly weakest and most insignificant among us hold the power to bring down those who oppress us.


Line by Line Meaning

If you are the big tree
If you hold a position of great power or influence


We are the small axe
We are a group of individuals, armed with determination and a common goal, looking to challenge that power


Sharpened to cut you down
We have honed our skills to perfection to subdue your influence


Ready to cut you down
We have prepared ourselves for this imminent battle


Sharpened to cut you down
We have honed our skills to perfection to subdue your influence


Ready to cut you down
We have prepared ourselves for this imminent battle


These are the words of my master
These are the teachings that I have been taught and I follow religiously


No weak heart shall prosper
Only those who are determined and resolute will succeed


And whosoever dig a pit Shall fall in it
Whoever schemes against us will fall into their own trap


And who so ever dig at a pit Shall fall in it
Whoever schemes against us will fall into their own trap


Where dere is no wood I say the fire goes out
If there is no support for the powerful, they will lose their power and fall


So we'll have to cut you down Without a doubt
We are confident in our ability to overpower you and remove you from your position.


If you are a big tree We are the small axe
We are determined to challenge your authority and take you down


Sharpened to cut you down, well sharp To cut you down
Our determination and preparation for this battle runs deep, we are fully capable of actively taking you down, without hesitation.


If you are a big tree We are the small axe Sharpened to cut you down, well sharp To cut you down, chop, chop
We are committed to taking down the powerful without a moment's hesitation and your downfall will be swift and complete.




Writer(s): Bob Marley Copyright: Cayman Music

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