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)
Rebel's Hop *3
Bob Marley & The Wailers Lyrics
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I'm in bed send me a nurse
I'm thirsty thirsty Lord o' Mercy
Ooh we, other? the bottle, sweeter the victory
I've got your love, the power of your glory
Aah, Ooh yeah, trillin' me, alright
Can't judge a mother by the ? of the father
Can't judge a book by the ? on the cover Read me read me baby
No water can quench my thirst
I'm in bed, need a nurse
Can you understand
Do you understand me baby
I've got a bottle, sweet the victory
I've got your love, the power of your glory
Aah, Ooh we, alright
You've got your love and I've got mine
Can't you ? they work fine Do you believe me, baby, get it up baby
Break it back, turn it loose
What in heaven baby it got to choose
In the song Rebel's Hop, Bob Marley expresses his thirst for spiritual fulfillment and connection to a higher power. He emphasizes that no amount of physical sustenance can satisfy this thirst, and that only a divine force can bring him the peace and strength he needs. The mention of a nurse suggests that he is unwell, potentially referring to a spiritual sickness that can only be cured by a spiritual healer.
Marley then speaks about the power of love and glory, suggesting that these are the ultimate sources of strength and victory. He acknowledges that people may judge others unfairly based on their appearances or backgrounds, urging them to be open-minded and not to judge a book by its cover. He encourages his listeners to read him, to truly understand him and his message.
Line by Line Meaning
No water can quench my thirst
My desires are insatiable.
I'm in bed send me a nurse
I'm weakened and cannot do it alone.
I'm thirsty thirsty Lord o' Mercy
I yearn for spiritual renewal and strength.
Ooh we, other? the bottle, sweeter the victory
The bigger the challenge, the greater the reward.
I've got your love, the power of your glory
Love and faith give me strength and purpose.
Aah, Ooh yeah, trillin' me, alright
I am deeply moved and inspired by my faith and love.
Can't judge a mother by the ? of the father
Do not judge others by the actions of their family members.
Can't judge a book by the ? on the cover
Do not underestimate or judge someone based on their appearance.
Read me read me baby
Understand me and accept me for who I am.
You've got your love and I've got mine
We all have different beliefs and sources of strength.
Can't you ? they work fine Do you believe me, baby, get it up baby
You may not understand my methods, but they work for me.
Break it back, turn it loose
Let go of your limitations and embrace your potential.
What in heaven baby it got to choose
Why look to others for direction when we have all we need within ourselves?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, BMG Rights Management
Written by: JAN SCOTT WILKINSON, MARTIN NOBLE
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@espantapajaross
Why.. why.. why.. why...
¿Por qué?, ¿por qué?, ¿por qué?, ¿por qué?
Walk the proud land my friends.
Caminen la orgullosa tierra, amigos míos.
Walk the proud land my friends.
Caminen la orgullosa tierra, amigos míos.
Walk the proud land my friends.
Caminen la orgullosa tierra, amigos míos.
Walk the proud land my friends.
Caminen la orgullosa tierra, amigos míos.
Gimme little soul, oh Lord.
Dame un poco de ama, oh, Señor.
Gimme little, gimme little soul, oh Lord.
Dame un poco, dame un poco de alma, oh, Señor.
Gimme little soul, oh Lord.
Dame un poco de alma, oh, Señor.
Gimme little, gimme little soul, oh Lord.
Dame un poco, dame un poco de alma, oh, Señor.
I got to keep on moving.
Debo seguir moviéndome,
I've got to keep on moving.
debo seguir moviéndome,
I've got to keep on moving.
debo seguir moviéndome,
I've got to keep on moving.
debo seguir moviéndome.
Cloud 9, you can be what you wanna be.
Euforia... Puedes ser lo que tú quieras ser.
Cloud 9, you ain't got no responsibility.
Euforia... No tienes responsabilidad alguna.
Cloud 9, every man, every man in the street.
Euforia... Todo hombre, todo hombre en la calle.
Cloud 9, you're a million miles from reality.
Euforia... Estás a miles de kilómetros de la realidad.
Why.. why.. why.. why..
¿Por qué?, ¿por qué?, ¿por qué?, ¿por qué?
Gimme little soul, oh Lord
Dame un poco de alma, oh, Señor.
Gimme little, gimme little soul, oh Lord.
Dame un poco, dame un poco de alma, oh, Señor.
Gimme little soul, oh Lord.
Dame un poco de alma, oh, Señor.
Gimme little, gimme little soul, oh Lord.
Dame un poco, dame un poco de alma, oh, Señor.
@willschrueder9107
One of my favourite Bob Marley & The Wailers song
@jeremybarger9565
I got to keep on movin', I got to keep on movin'...cloud 9
@michaelfoy8447
CLOUD NINE!
@rbhoward1037
Always brings a smile to my face and a light to my soul.
@erikaguilar3709
No doubt brother , ALWAYS , THE FIRST TIME I HEARD BOB MARLEY I WAS 17 YEARS OLD AND EVER SINCE THAT DAY I NEVER STOPPED LISTENING TO HIM I AM NOW 42 YEARS OLD. PS. MUSIC IS LIFE
@localafh
The undisputed King of Reggae! He started the modern day Reggae Revolution. A true pioneer. ‘Love Always’ Acts 20:35
@simonontong7539
One of Marleys best songs it reminds you of the struggles we face in life
@Swaze742
This is the best version
@hernangalante5879
Desde Argentina!!!! Reggae music a pleno, Nesta not dead!!!!
@RedGoldGreen-Dub
Such a fantastic song ❤🔥