Red Red Wine
Bob Marley Lyrics
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Uh, uh, uh, uh
Woah now
[Red, red, red, redder than red]
Said I'm redder than red
[Dread, dread, dread, dreader than dread]
I get dreader than dread now
I forward on the scene
[Red, red, red, redder than red]
I won't do no wrong
I'll always be beside you
Protecting by you
I'll never let you down
You can wear my crown
I'll be true to love you girl
I'll never tell no lie
'Cause I don't want to see those
Tears from your eyes
I'm red, red, red, redder than red
Can you dig it? [dread, dread, dread, dreader than dread]
I'm dreader than dread now
I won't do no wrong
I'll be a free man
[Red, red, red, redder than red]
Yes I am
I'll never hurt you
Never let you down
I'll stand always beside you
Oh, oh
I'll be true to the people
Who I love
I'll never hurt them
Woah now, woah now
[Red, red, red, redder than red]
Redder than red
[Dread, dread, dread, dreader than dread]
That's it, say I am red
[Red, red, red, redder than red]
Redder than red now
[Dread, dread, dread, dreader than dread]
Can I be dreader than dread
Uh, every morning, every night
Groove, groove, out of sight, out, oh God
[Red, red, red, redder than red]
'Cause I'm, oooooh
[Dread, dread, dread, dreader than dread
In Bob Marley's song "Redder Than Red," the lyrics express the singer's confidence in his abilities and loyalty to his loved ones. Marley emphasizes his strength as a protector by stating, "I'll always be beside you, protecting by you, I'll never let you down." He also expresses his dedication to honesty in his relationships, promising to "never tell no lie" because he does not want to see his loved ones cry. Marley declares himself to be "redder than red," signifying his boldness and self-assurance, and "dreader than dread," indicating his fearlessness and respect from those around him.
The lyrics of "Redder Than Red" are a part of Marley's wider musical legacy that encourages listeners to stand strong in the face of adversity and oppression. The song is a prime example of Marley's commitment to using music as a tool for social and political change. Some of the key messages he emphasized through his music were unity, love, and freedom. This song has a powerful message about being true to oneself and others, as Marley acknowledges that remaining true to these values may mean people may feel "dreader than dread" at times.
Overall, the lyrics of "Redder Than Red" are a reflection of Bob Marley's personal philosophy of self-love, self-confidence, and standing up for what is right, making it a powerful song that continues to resonate with listeners today.
Line by Line Meaning
Red, red, red, redder than red
I am passionate and intense, more so than anyone else
Dread, dread, dread, dreader than dread
I am intimidating and fearsome, more so than anyone else
I forward on the scene
I am always present and engaged in the situation at hand
I'll do it real keen
I will approach everything with enthusiasm and care
I won't do no wrong
I am a trustworthy and dependable person
I'll always be beside you
I will support and protect those I care about
Protecting by you
I will not let harm come to you
I'll never let you down
I am reliable and consistent in my actions and commitments
You can wear my crown
You are important to me, and I will treat you like royalty
I'll be true to love you girl
I will be faithful and loyal in my romantic relationships
I'll never tell no lie
I am authentic and honest in my communication with others
'Cause I don't want to see those tears from your eyes
I care about your emotions and do not want to cause you pain
Can you dig it?
Do you understand and appreciate what I am saying?
I'm dreader than dread now
I am even more intimidating and imposing than before
I'll be a free man
I am independent and will not be controlled by others
I won't hurt you
I will not cause you harm either physically or emotionally
I'll stand always beside you
I will support and stand up for those I care about, no matter what
I'll be true to the people who I love
I am committed to being honest and loyal to those I care about
I'll never hurt them
I will not cause harm to those I love
That's it, say I am red
Affirm that I am passionate and intense
Can I be dreader than dread
Is it possible to be even more intimidating than I already am?
Every morning, every night
I am constantly present and active in my life
Groove, groove, out of sight, out, oh God
I am enjoying myself and living life to the fullest
'Cause I'm, oooooh
Expressing my intense emotions and passion
Dreader than dread
More intimidating and imposing than anyone else
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DONOVAN GERMAIN, MARK MYRIE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lot4717
THIS IS THE GREATEST SONG THAT BOB MARLEY DIDN'T DO!
@fox_plays9375
Bob Marley did this song
@arielsantana2333
fox plays bruh hate to tell u but he didn’t
@JoshEvo
@@fox_plays9375 he just didn't
@subscriberswithoutanyvid-po9jn
Who did
@Zubes240
We are VENOM first Neil Diamond then (this version) UB40
@savannamccormick5006
My mom always listened to this song when I was little. I love this song always will.
@KaMui_AllYourBaseAreBelongToUs
HA!
My mom, too. : )
@johnhoward2025
Yeah it really reminds me of the old days 🎉😂❤
@nikobello101
My mama did too all thanks to her I have a bunch of good tastes in music shows and movies
I love you Sylvia Bello if you read this I'll always be your special little man