During 1970 and 1971, Wailer, Marley and Tosh worked with renowned reggae producers Leslie Kong and Lee "Scratch" Perry.
They released four albums before signing to Island Records in 1972. Two more albums were created before Tosh and Wailer left the band in 1974, citing grievances over label treatment and ideological differences. Marley carried on with a new line-up, including the I-Threes that put out seven more more albums. Marley died in 1981.
The Wailers were a groundbreaking ska and reggae group, noted for songs such as "Simmer Down", "Trenchtown Rock", "Nice Time", "War", "Stir It Up" and "Get Up, Stand Up".
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Marley_and_the_Wailers
Studio albums
The Wailing Wailers (1965)
The Best of the Wailers (1970; released 1971)
Soul Rebels (1970)
Soul Revolution Part II (1971)
Catch a Fire (1973)
Burnin' (1973)
Natty Dread (1974)
Rastaman Vibration (1976)
Exodus (1977)
Kaya (1978)
Survival (1979)
Uprising (1980)
Confrontation (1983)
Bend Down Low )
Bob Marley & The Wailers Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Bend down low, let me tell you what I know
Oh! Fisherman row to reap what you sow now
Oh, tell you all I know (Oo-oh!)
You've got to let me go now (Oo-oh!)
And all you've got to do
(Bend down low) Oh yeah! Let me tell you what I know
Bend down low, let me tell you what I know oh yeah!
You keep on knockin', but you can't come in
I get to understand you been livin' in sin
But if you love me, woman, walk right in
I've got a notch for your safety-pin
But bend down low
Keep on knockin', but you can't come in
I get to understand you been livin' in sin
But walk right in, woman, sit right down
I will keep on lovin' you I play the clown
But bend down low, baby, let me tell you what I know
Bend down low, let me tell you what I know, yeah!
Let me tell you, baby! Let me tell ya
Knock on, babe! Just won't let ya in!
You been livin' in sin, knock on!
The song Bend Down Low by Bob Marley is a reflective and profound piece with lyrics that speak to the listener's soul. In the opening verse, Marley implores the listener to "bend down low" so he can share what he knows. The repetitive phrase emphasizes the importance of the message he is about to deliver. Marley advises the listener to work hard to reap what they sow, in this case, the fishermen are expected to row to the depths of the sea to catch fish. Despite the physical and mental stress accompanied by the task, Marley believes it will produce abundant rewards. Marley also states that he needs to be let go so that he can deliver his message unencumbered.
The chorus indicates that the person trying to enter has been living in sin, but Marley shows compassion by asking them to sit down and come in. He has prepared a safe haven for the person and is not judgmental. He acknowledges that he may come off as a clown but reiterates that he will continue to love them. The song's message is one of overcoming obstacles, staying true to oneself, and not shunning people despite their flaws.
Line by Line Meaning
Bend down low, let me tell you what I know now
Come closer to me and listen carefully to what I have to say.
Bend down low, let me tell you what I know
I have some knowledge to share with you, so please bend down and listen attentively.
Oh! Fisherman row to reap what you sow now
Work hard to achieve success and reap the benefits of your labor.
Oh, tell you all I know (Oo-oh!)
I want to share all my knowledge with you, so please listen closely.
You've got to let me go now (Oo-oh!)
You must allow me to share my wisdom with you and not interrupt me.
And all you've got to do
If you want to learn from me, all you need to do is ...
(Bend down low) Oh yeah! Let me tell you what I know
I will impart my knowledge to you, but only if you pay close attention by lowering yourself to my level.
You keep on knockin', but you can't come in
You have been trying to enter my life, but your attempts have been unsuccessful.
I get to understand you been livin' in sin
I have come to realize that you have been leading a sinful life.
But if you love me, woman, walk right in
If you truly love me, you are welcome to enter my life.
I've got a notch for your safety-pin
I am willing to take care of you and keep you safe.
But bend down low
Despite my offer, you still need to humble yourself and listen to what I have to say.
Keep on knockin', but you can't come in
You continue to try to enter my life, but are not succeeding.
Walk right in, woman, sit right down
Now that you have accepted my love, you can enter and make yourself at home.
I will keep on lovin' you I play the clown
I will continue to love and entertain you.
But bend down low, baby, let me tell you what I know
Despite my love for you, I still have some knowledge to impart, so listen closely.
Bend down low, let me tell you what I know, yeah!
I have important information to share, so please listen attentively.
Let me tell you, baby! Let me tell ya
I can sense you are eager to learn, so let me share my knowledge with you.
Knock on, babe! Just won't let ya in!
You have been persistent in your attempts to enter my life, but I am not ready to let you in yet.
You been livin' in sin, knock on!
I am aware of the sinful life you have been leading, which is why I have been hesitant to let you in.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BOB MARLEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ninjah3952
TRADUCTION EN FR
Penche-toi bien bas, laisse-moi te dire ce que je sais maintenant
Penche-toi bien bas, laisse-moi te dire ce que je sais :
Oh! Le pêcheur rame (ooh, ooh)
Pour faucher ce que tu as semé maintenant (ooh, ooh)
Je ne te dirai pas tout ce que je sais (ooh, ooh)
Tu dois me lâcher maintenant (ooh, ooh)
Et tout ce que tu dois faire
(Penche-toi bien bas) Oh yeah! Laisse-moi te dire ce que je sais
Penche-toi bien bas, laisse-moi te dire ce que je sais maintenant
- oh yeah
Continue de frapper, mais tu ne peux simplement pas entrer
J’ai découvert que tu vis dans le péché
Mais si tu m’aimes, femme, entre directement
Je suis doté d’une encoche pour ton épingle de sûreté
Mais penche-toi bien bas
(…)
Continue de frapper, mais tu ne peux simplement pas entrer
J’ai découvert que tu vis dans le péché
Mais entre directement, femme, assieds-toi
Je continuerai de t’aimer, je m’en fiche
Mais penche-toi bien bas, laisse-moi te dire ce que je sais maintenant
Penche-toi bien bas, bébé, laisse-moi te dire ce que je sais, yeah
Laisse-moi te dire, bébé ! Laisse-moi te dire
Continue de frapper, bébé ! Je ne te laisserai juste pas entrer
Tu vis dans le péché, continue de frapper
Continue de frapper, bébé !
@cedrickross9025
His debut album "NATTY DREAD", after the departures of Winston, Hubert Mc Intosh (a.k.a Peter Tosh) and Neville, O'Riley Livingston (a.k.a Bunny Wailer). Line up: Robert, NESTA , Marley leading vocals and guitar// background vocals consisting of Rita Marley, Judy Mowatt and Marcia Griffith (the I - Trees)// Carlton Barrett on drums// Aston Barrett on bass//, Lee Jaffee (musical guest performer) on harmonica// Bernard "Touter" Harvey on piano/ organ// and and Al Anderson on lead guitar.
@oslinthompson8182
It is possible that the flute we hear at the end might have been played by Marley.
@Trist805
Classic. This is Bob Marley's best album IMO
@Shannonbarnesdr1
hes got many albums that are equally as good as the next
@propanoicacid6303
@@Shannonbarnesdr1 yes😀
@TomTom-xp2jb
@@Shannonbarnesdr1 Absolutely in their own way equally as good. I agree. ✌️🙏🖖
@beverleybrathwaite1249
Keep Rising Jah People 💓
@mbesherejoh4219
Exactly 💯 💯 💯
@cedrickross9025
This whole album is the bomb!
@tomsawyer5736
My fav of his.