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)
Easy Skankin'
Bob Marley & The Wailers Lyrics
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Easy skanking, skanking it slow
Easy skanking, skanking it easy
Easy skanking, skanking it slow
Excuse me while I light my spliff (spliff)
Good God I gotta' take a lift (lift)
From reality I just can't drift (drift)
Take it easy, takin' it easy
Lord, I take it easy, takin' it slow
Take it easy, takin' it easy
Lord, I take it easy, takin' it slow
See, takin' it easy
Got to take it slow
Yeah, takin' it easy
Got to take it slow
Takes it easy, skanking it easy
Easy skanking, skanking it slow
Easy skanking, skanking it easy
Easy skanking, skanking it slow
Excuse me while I light my spliff (spliff)
Oh God I gotta take a lift (lift)
From reality I just can't drift (drift)
That's why I'm staying with this riff
Takes it easy, taking it easy
Lord, I take it easy, skanking it slow
Take it easy, skanking it easy
Lord, I take it easy, skanking it slow
See, herb for my wine
Honey for my strong drink
Herb for my wine, honey for my stong drink
Takes it easy, taking it easy
Oh gotta take it easy, taking it slow
Take it easy, taking it easy
Lord, I take it easy, taking it slow
Take it easy
Take it easy
Take it easy
Take it easy
Take it easy
Take it easy
Taking it slow
Take it easy
Take it easy
Take it easy
Take it easy
Takes it easy
Takes it easy
Taking it easy
The song "Easy Skanking" by Bob Marley and the Wailers is a cheerful ode to taking it easy and stepping back from the stresses of everyday life. The lyrics encourage the listener to "skank it easy" and "take it slow," while also referencing the use of marijuana to help escape reality. The repeated phrase "excuse me while I light my spliff" is a nod to the Rastafarianism belief that marijuana is a sacrament that helps to bring the user closer to Jah (God). The song's groovy rhythm and upbeat melody perfectly capture the laid-back vibe that the lyrics promote.
Throughout the song, Bob Marley and the Wailers emphasize the importance of slowing down and enjoying the simple things in life. This is highlighted by the repeating lyric "see, taking it easy" and the mention of herb and honey as the only substances needed to relax and unwind. The message of the song serves as a reminder to not get caught up in the hectic pace of modern life, but instead to take a step back and appreciate the beauty all around us.
Line by Line Meaning
Easy skanking, skanking it easy
The act of relaxed, smooth movement to the rhythm of the music
Easy skanking, skanking it slow
Performing the skanking dance in a leisurely, relaxed manner
Excuse me while I light my spliff (spliff)
Apology for interrupting to light a marijuana cigarette for recreational use
Good God I gotta' take a lift (lift)
An exclamation of feeling the need for marijuana's effects
From reality I just can't drift (drift)
Bob Marley cannot escape from the harsh realities of life, and that is why he needs the smoke
That's why I am staying with this riff
He is sticking with this music as a way of being at ease
See, takin' it easy
Bob Marley is describing how he does things, quite slowly and relaxed
Got to take it slow
He emphasizes the need to slow down amidst the hustle and bustle of the world
Takes it easy, skanking it easy
He is taking it easy and enjoying good vibes while performing the skanking dance
See, herb for my wine
Bob Marley prefers to relax with marijuana rather than wine
Honey for my strong drink
He likes honey in his drinks, but they are not his first choice for relaxation
Oh gotta take it easy, taking it slow
Emphasizing the need to remain relaxed and calm
Taking it easy
Bob Marley is encouraging a relaxed, stress-free state of being
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BOB MARLEY
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This song still as good today as the first time I heard it in 1979. When I bought the KAYA album.
BOB MARLEY you're still the greatest, RIP .
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Bob lives in our hearts.