Forever Loving Jah
Bob Marley & The Wailers Lyrics


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Woah-oh, ya-ya-ya-ya, oy-oh
Yeah-yeah-yeah, yeah-yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah
Oh (we'll be forever loving Jah)
(We'll be forever loving Jah)

Some, they say, see them
Walking up the street
They say we're going wrong
To all the people we meet
But-a we won't worry
We won't shed no tears
We found a way
To cast away the fears, forever, yeah

(We'll be forever loving Jah) we'll be forever
(We'll be forever loving Jah) forever, yes
And forever (we'll be forever loving Jah) there'll be no end

So, old man river
Don't cry for me
I've got a running stream
Of love, you see
So, no matter what stages
Oh stages, stages, stages they put us through
We'll never be blue
No matter what rages
Oh rages, changes, rages they put us through
We'll never be blue
We'll be forever, yeah

(We'll be forever loving Jah) we'll be forever
(We'll be forever loving Jah) forever, and ever
Yes, and forever (we'll be forever loving Jah) 'cause there is no end

'Cause only a fool
Lean upon, lean upon his own misunderstanding, oh, yeah
And then what has been hidden
From the wise and the prudent, been revealed to the babe and the suckling
In everything, in every day, I say, yeah

(We'll be forever loving Jah) we'll be forever
(We'll be forever loving Jah)

'Cause just like a tree
Planted, planted by the rivers of water
That bringeth forth fruits
Bringeth forth fruits in due season
Everything in life got its purpose
Find its reason
In every season, forever, yeah

(We'll be forever loving Jah) we'll be forever
(We'll be forever loving Jah) on and on and on




(We'll be forever loving Jah) we'll be forever, yes, yes, we'll be forever
(We'll be forever loving Jah)

Overall Meaning

The Bob Marley & the Wailers song "Forever Loving Jah" is a tribute to the Rastafarian principle of Jah, which symbolizes the divine power and presence in the world. Throughout the lyrics, Marley and the Wailers express their belief that one's faith in Jah will provide a running stream of love that guides them through tough times. The song begins with the band chanting "Woah-oh, ya-ya-ya-ya, oy-oh," which sets a meditative tone and invokes a spiritual feeling. The repetition of "we'll be forever loving Jah" throughout the song emphasizes the enduring nature of the love and guidance that Jah provides.


Marley and the Wailers acknowledge criticism from others who believe they are going down the wrong path, but instead of worrying or being fearful, they cast away their fears with their faith in Jah. They also suggest that it's not just a matter of rejecting external criticism, but also of avoiding "lean[ing] upon [one's] own misunderstanding." Instead, they view themselves as wise and humble by being receptive to the teachings and guidance of Jah.


The song also makes a reference to the cyclical nature of life, with the metaphor of a tree planted by the river. The tree represents the steadfastness of faith in Jah that guides Marley and the Wailers, while the river symbolizes the flow of life with its ups and downs. The fruits the tree bears in due season represent the positive outcomes that come from having faith, and the fact that "everything in life got its purpose" further implies that Jah's presence is in everything.


Line by Line Meaning

Woah-oh, ya-ya-ya-ya, oy-oh
Suggestive rhythms and catchy beats to groove on


Some, they say, see them Walking up the street They say we're going wrong To all the people we meet But-a we won't worry We won't shed no tears We found a way To cast away the fears, forever, yeah
People may criticize us and try to drag us down, but we won't be discouraged and will continue on our path with confidence and strength


(We'll be forever loving Jah) we'll be forever (We'll be forever loving Jah) forever, yes And forever (we'll be forever loving Jah) there'll be no end
The love and devotion towards God is eternal and never-ending


So, old man river Don't cry for me I've got a running stream Of love, you see So, no matter what stages Oh stages, stages, stages they put us through We'll never be blue No matter what rages Oh rages, changes, rages they put us through We'll never be blue We'll be forever, yeah
Troubles may come our way, but our steady stream of love will sustain us and we'll remain steadfast, always hopeful and happy


'Cause only a fool Lean upon, lean upon his own misunderstanding, oh, yeah And then what has been hidden From the wise and the prudent, been revealed to the babe and the suckling In everything, in every day, I say, yeah
Those that rely on their own ignorance and pride will be misled, but true wisdom can be found in innocent and unassuming ways, every day


(We'll be forever loving Jah) we'll be forever (We'll be forever loving Jah)
Again emphasizing the everlasting bond with God


'Cause just like a tree Planted, planted by the rivers of water That bringeth forth fruits Bringeth forth fruits in due season Everything in life got its purpose Find its reason In every season, forever, yeah
Comparing life to a tree that grows and flourishes in the right conditions, and that everything has a purpose, finding meaning in every step we take


(We'll be forever loving Jah) we'll be forever (We'll be forever loving Jah) on and on and on (We'll be forever loving Jah) we'll be forever, yes, yes, we'll be forever (We'll be forever loving Jah)
Repeatedly conveying the commitment, dedication and devotion to God as an unbreakable bond, forever and ever




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Bob Marley

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Forever Loving Jah

Bob Marley

Woah-oh, ya-ya-ya-ya, oy-oh
Yeah-yeah-yeah, yeah-yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah
Oh (we'll be forever loving Jah)
(We'll be forever loving Jah)

Some, they say, see them
Walking up the street
They say we're going wrong
To all the people we meet
But-a we won't worry
We won't shed no tears
We found a way
To cast away the fears, forever, yeah

we'll be forever
(We'll be forever loving Jah) forever, yes
And forever (we'll be forever loving Jah) there'll be no end

So, old man river
Don't cry for me
I've got a running stream
Of love, you see
So, no matter what stages
Oh stages, stages, stages they put us through
We'll never be blue
No matter what rages
Oh rages, changes, rages they put us through
We'll never be blue
We'll be forever, yeah

we'll be forever
(We'll be forever loving Jah) forever, and ever
Yes, and forever (we'll be forever loving Jah) 'cause there is no end

'Cause only a fool 
Lean upon, lean upon his own misunderstanding, oh, yeah
And then what has been hidden
From the wise and the prudent, been revealed to the babe and the suckling
In everything, in every day, I say, yeah

we'll be forever
(We'll be forever loving Jah)

'Cause just like a tree
Planted, planted by the rivers of water
That bringeth forth fruits
Bringeth forth fruits in due season
Everything in life got its purpose
Find its reason
In every season, forever, yeah

we'll be forever
(We'll be forever loving Jah) on and on and on
(We'll be forever loving Jah) we'll be forever, yes, yes, we'll be forever
(We'll be forever loving Jah)

Songwriters: Bob Marley



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@ariilud

have you ever tried to sit and observe the sunset while listening to reggae? Its the cure for any evil in the world

@Meangirl2257

I feel this too

@deanl0

I Give you this,,,@@Meangirl2257

@anthonyatkins1404

“Only a fool lean upon his own misunderstanding.” Speaking words of truth wise man

@christenbelfield5114

Feel me!

@sugerlipsxjamiewright4170

Forever Loving Jah No confusion or doubt in my mind! Like it or not it makes little difference .

@rootsrockreggae4192

Those words are in genesis or exodus.

@vimponex

Words from the bible,

@alexamoreno8183

Proverbs

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@nattyveggies

I play this every morning to keep me closer and focus on jah

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