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)
Keep On Moving
Bob Marley & The Wailers Lyrics
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Lord, I've got to get on down
Lord, I've got to keep on moving
Where I can't be found
Lord, they're coming after me
I've been accused for the killin'
Lord knows I didn't do
And that's why I've got to get on through
Lord, they're coming after me (a-one more time)
Lord, I've got to keep on moving
Lord, I've got to get on down
Lord, I've got to keep on moving
Where I can't be found
Lord, they're coming after me
(Now, listen) I've got two boys and a woman
They're just gonna suffer now
Lord, forgive me for not goin' back
But I'll be there anyhow
I'll be there anyhow (one more time)
(I say) Lord, I've got to keep on moving
Lord, I've got to get on down
Lord, I've got to keep on moving
Where I can't be found
Lord, they're coming after me
Now, maybe someday I'll find a piece of land
Somewhere not by near anyone
Then I'll send for my love, love, love, love, sweet woman
And my two grown-up son
My two grown up-son (yeah, yeah, yeah)
(I say now) Lord I've got to keep on moving
In Bob Marley's song "Keep On Moving," the singer expresses a sense of urgency to keep moving and avoid being found. He claims to have been falsely accused of a killing and notes that he is being pursued for it. Despite being willing to face the consequences, he has two boys and a woman to think about who will suffer if he is caught. The singer's desire to escape and find a peaceful space is evident in the lyrics, where he talks about wanting to find a land far away where he can send for his "sweet woman" and two "grown-up sons."
The song has a simple message of survival in the face of imminent danger. The singer cannot stay in one place since the authorities are after him. Therefore, he has to keep moving to stay alive. It also highlights the consequences of false accusations and the toll they can have on someone's life. The theme of love and family is also present in the song, with the singer willing to sacrifice his freedom to protect his family from suffering. The lyrics are open to interpretation as they offer a universal message of resilience in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Lord, I've got to keep on moving
I must keep going and not stop in one place for too long
Lord, I've got to get on down
I need to move forward and leave my current situation behind
Lord, I've got to keep on moving
I have to keep moving to stay out of sight and protect myself
Where I can't be found
I need to go somewhere where no one can locate me
Lord, they're coming after me
Someone is chasing me and wants to harm me
I've been accused for the killin'
I have been blamed for someone's death, but I am innocent
Lord knows I didn't do
I swear to God that I did not commit any crime
For hangin' me, they are willin', yeah, yeah
They are eager to execute me even though I am not guilty
And that's why I've got to get on through
I must keep moving to avoid being captured and punished unfairly
I've got two boys and a woman
I have a family who will suffer if I get caught or killed
They're just gonna suffer now
My loved ones will face hardship and pain because of my predicament
Lord, forgive me for not goin' back
God, please pardon me for not returning to face a false accusation
But I'll be there anyhow
I will support and take care of my family even if I am not physically present
Now, maybe someday I'll find a piece of land
Perhaps one day, I will discover a safe and peaceful place to settle down
Somewhere not by near anyone
A location far away from other people where I can live without fear of being caught
Then I'll send for my love, love, love, love, sweet woman
When I find that place, I will summon my beloved partner to join me
And my two grown-up son
My adult sons will be reunited with me in this place of refuge
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Bob Marley
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@mneddie1
I remember the first time I heard this version, more than 18 years ago, I was living in Jamaica & Barry Gee played it on the radio. I stop what I was doing and took in every word. To this day I still wonders how a son feels when his father (a king like Bob) gives him instructions in a prophetic song like this, " tell Ziggy am fine and to keep Cedella in line" "we gonna have one big stage show ah Ward" ( that's Ward Theater)
@shantamatt
No matter what happens in life, stay focused and keep on moving
@gregking659
One of my favorites to put me in a positive mode every time.
@gregking659
Lord I got to keep on...
@margarettemullings2527
🙏🏾❤👊 Much Respect Bob Marley 😘 Blessed Be The Most High Jah Almighty .
@dimitraflambouras5305
Song was originally sung by The Impressions. This big chune was written by Curtis Mayfield. Tosh, Marley & Wailer idolized Curtis Mayfield. Listen to early Wailers then go back and listen to some Impressions and see the connections. No Curtis - no Wailers?? Who knows - maybe.
@andrewprice3744
Jamaica has heavly influenced by R&B music out of the US from thr 50's. So people like Curtis Mayfield were big influencers.
@phrenchvanilla
this London version is wicked! i never really liked how they watered down The Wailers music when they took it to Blackwell's people in London.. i guess it was to make them more marketable.. but on this one... they did an awesome job! RIP Bob... Jah Bless!
@afronubian9510
the war will soon be over and Africa will unite the children who live within darkness have seen the great liiiiight
@afp20400
Moving on no matter what!