Bob Marley and the Wailers (previously known as The Wailers, and prior to t… Read Full Bio ↴Bob Marley and the Wailers (previously known as The Wailers, and prior to that The Wailing Rudeboys, The Wailing Wailers and The Teenagers) were a Jamaican ska, rocksteady and reggae band. The founding members, in 1963, were Bob Marley (Robert Nesta Marley), Peter Tosh (Hubert Winston McIntosh), and Bunny Wailer (Neville Livingston).

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)

Nice Time Version
Bob Marley & The Wailers Lyrics

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Long time we no have no nice time:
You-you doo-doo-doo, yeah: think about that!
Long time we no have no nice time:
You-you doo-doo-doo, yeah: think about that!

This is my heart:
To rock you steady;
I'll give you love

Time you're you ready.
This little heart in me
Just won't let me be;
I'm rockin';
Won't you rock with me?

Long time we no have no nice time:
You-you doo-doo-doo, yeah: think about that!

This is my heart:
To rock you steady;
I'll give you love
The time you're you ready.
This little heart in me
Just won't let me be;
I'm just-a rock this now;
Won't you rock wid me?

A long - long - long - long time we no have no nice time:

Thank ya, thank ya, babe!
(You-you doo-doo-doo, yeah: think about that!)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Bob Marley & The Wailers' song "Nice Time Version" speak to the longing for a pleasant and enjoyable period in one's life. The repetition of the line "Long time we no have no nice time" emphasizes this sentiment, and the subsequent "think about that" encourages the listener to reflect on their own experiences. Marley then expresses his desire to share his heart and love with another person, hoping to "rock them steady" and "give them love." This is an invitation to dance, to let go of worries and enjoy the present moment.

Throughout the lyrics, Marley's musicality shines through with his use of repetition and variation. The refrain "You-you doo-doo-doo, yeah: think about that!" creates a catchy hook that encourages the listener to join in. The use of the phrase "rock you steady" is a nod to the reggae rhythm that underlies the song, as Marley invites the listener to join in the dance. The reference to his "heart" exemplifies the depth of emotion that Marley often expressed in his music, as he seeks to connect with the listener on a personal level.

Overall, "Nice Time Version" is a catchy and inviting song that encourages the listener to reflect on their own experiences and be open to finding joy in the present moment.

Line by Line Meaning

Long time we no have no nice time:
It has been a long time since we had a good time and enjoyed each other's company

You-you doo-doo-doo, yeah: think about that!
Reflect on the fact that we haven't had a good time in a while

This is my heart:
My heart is dedicated to making you happy

To rock you steady;
I want to provide you with a steady and comforting presence

I'll give you love
I will express my feelings for you and show you that I care

Time you're you ready.
I will give you love when you are ready to receive it

This little heart in me
The love inside of me

Just won't let me be;
The love I have for you won't allow me to rest

I'm rockin';
I am filled with excitement and energy

Won't you rock with me?
Join me in this joyful and exciting experience

A long - long - long - long time we no have no nice time:
It has been an extremely long time since we experienced happiness and had a good time together

Thank ya, thank ya, babe!
Expressing gratitude for the opportunity to spend a good time with the person they love

(You-you doo-doo-doo, yeah: think about that!)
Encouraging the listener to contemplate the importance of spending quality time with those they care about

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Timothy Dunn

9y↑13

This is my heart, to rock you steady, I'll give you love anytime you ready. This little heart in me, just won't let me be. One of my favorite lines ever