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)
Rock Sweet Rock
Bob Marley & The Wailers Lyrics
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'Cause I don't want my boat to be rockin' anyhow
Please don't you rock my boat, no
'Cause I don't want my boat to be rockin'
I'm tellin' you that, oh, ooh, aah, I like it a-like a-this
Can you miss?
And you should know, ooh, aah, when I like it a-like a-this
You satis- satis- satisfy my soul, morning time
Evening cold, fy my soul
Yes, I've been a-tellin' you, bake me the sweetest cakes
I'm happy inside all the time
Oh, can't you see what you've done for me, yeah
You make me feel like when we bend them new corners
We feel like sweepstake winners, yeah
When we bend them new corners
We feel like sweepstake winners
And I said, oh, ooh, aah, I like it a-like a-this
Yes, I do
And you should know, ooh, aah, when I like it a-like a-this
I've got it, just can't miss, ooh
Satis- satisfy my soul, darlin'
Make me love you in the morning time, yeah
If ever I treated you bad, make it up to me one time
'Cause I'm happy inside all the time
I want you beside me, yeah, to be mine
One thing you've got to do, is when a-we holding hands together
You've got to know that we love, a-love each other, yeah
And if every time you should walk away from me now
You know I need your sympathy, yeah
Can you see? Do you believe me?
Oh, darlin', darlin', I'm callin', callin'
Satisfy my soul, satisfy my soul
Never, never, never give it up now
All in the same boat
Rockin' on the same route
We got to get together, join each other
And can't you see what I've got for you, yeah
I'm happy, happy, happy, happy, happy, and not you can turn me blue now
Come a little closer, satisfy my
The lyrics of Bob Marley's "Don't Rock My Boat" convey a message of love and the desire for stability, both in a romantic relationship and in life in general. Marley asks his lover not to "rock his boat," which is a metaphor for causing unnecessary or unwanted drama or upheaval. He explains that he is happy with the way things are, and that he wants to continue feeling satisfied with his life and relationship. He expresses his love for his partner and their ability to make each other feel like winners. He also emphasizes the importance of mutual respect and unity, and notes that they are both in the same boat, navigating life together.
Overall, the song's lyrics are about the importance of finding happiness and contentment within oneself and with one's partner, while also recognizing the challenges and possibilities for growth that life presents. Marley's reggae-infused melodies, along with his soulful and charismatic vocals, create an uplifting and positive atmosphere that encourages listeners to embrace the message of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Huh, please don't you rock my boat
I am requesting you not to disturb my peace
'Cause I don't want my boat to be rockin' anyhow
I don't want any trouble in my life
Please don't you rock my boat, no
I am requesting you again to not disturb my calmness
'Cause I don't want my boat to be rockin'
I don't want any trouble in my life
I'm tellin' you that, oh, ooh, aah, I like it a-like a-this
I am expressing my liking towards my present circumstances
Can you miss?
Do you understand my emotions?
And you should know, ooh, aah, when I like it a-like a-this
You should understand my contentment
Am I really it? Ooh yeah
Is this really happening?
You satis- satis- satisfy my soul, morning time
You make me happy in the morning
Evening cold, fy my soul
Even in hard times, I am still happy
Yes, I've been a-tellin' you, bake me the sweetest cakes
I have been requesting something good and sweet from life
I'm happy inside all the time
I am happy with my life the way it is
Oh, can't you see what you've done for me, yeah
You have brought a positive change in my life
You make me feel like when we bend them new corners
You make me feel like a winner even in new situations
We feel like sweepstake winners, yeah
We feel like winners in life
If ever I treated you bad, make it up to me one time
If I have ever done wrong to you, please forgive me
'Cause I'm happy inside all the time
I am happy with my life the way it is
I want you beside me, yeah, to be mine
I want you to be my companion
One thing you've got to do, is when a-we holding hands together
When we are together, we need to trust and care for each other
You've got to know that we love, a-love each other, yeah
We should always remember that we love each other
And if every time you should walk away from me now
If you leave me now,
You know I need your sympathy, yeah
I will need your emotional support to get through it
Can you see? Do you believe me?
Do you understand how I feel? Can you trust me?
Oh, darlin', darlin', I'm callin', callin'
I am calling out to my loved one
Satisfy my soul, satisfy my soul
Please make me happy and content with my life
Never, never, never give it up now
Don't give up on me now
All in the same boat
We are all in this together
Rockin' on the same route
We are all following the same path
We got to get together, join each other
We need to come together and support each other
And can't you see what I've got for you, yeah
Can't you see how much I care for you?
I'm happy, happy, happy, happy, happy, and not you can turn me blue now
I am extremely happy and nothing can change that now
Come a little closer, satisfy my
Come closer and make my life more fulfilling
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Bob Marley
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@willieluncheonette
Rock Sweet Rock is a Bunny Wailer composition recorded at the same session as Jerking Time. Bunny on lead with Peter, Constantine Walker and Rita Marley singing backup. Bunny, a few years after he left the Wailers, would release some dancehall albums that, for many, catapulted him to dancehall ruler in Jamaica. These albums are absolutely magnificent, but you can see Bunny always had a soft spot in his heart for dancing music.
@ismaelveloso7758
Gostei no reggae na Etiópia bom sucesso
@jahbunny80
people this early wailers stuff is amazing,were is my santa hat and my blunt,now it feels like christmas,irie christmas to everyone
@bastido_
1981 was a time of much wailing wailers covers. peter tosh covered this song into 'Rock With Me', Bunny covered 'Another Dance' and 'Like A Rolling Stone' and Peter and Bob (1980) covered 'Wisdom' ('Fools Die'/'Stiff Necked Fools').
@abvhooliganz6295
Thank You!!! You're one of few people with these original recordings
@christainamegashie1729
Bunny on lead vocals I suppose,this was done on Wanted by Peter Tosh,l love what it was in 1981,great love song.
This trinity of Bob,Tosh n Bunny was soul blending n awesome works.
@7gorm7
Soul reggae, can't beat the wailers
@bk12dozze88
Reliquia
@josephgurure5656
They where three shooting stars big up the Wailers
@borisrifa
love this song...jah belss ..i give thanks to jah for this music ....thanks for the video