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)
Stir It Up 2
Bob Marley & The Wailers Lyrics
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Little darlin', stir it up
Come on and stir it up
Little darlin', stir it up
It's been a long, long time
Since I've got you on my mind
And now you are here, I say it's so clear
Just me and you, oh, we could stir it up
Little darlin', stir it up
Come on and stir it up
Ooh, little darlin', stir it up
I push the wood (stir it, stir it, stir it, yeah)
I blaze your fire (stir it, stir it, stir it, yeah)
Then I satisfy your, your heart's desire (stir it, stir it, stir it, yeah)
Said I stir it, yeah (stir it, stir it, stir it, yeah)
Every minute, yeah (stir it, stir it, stir it, yeah)
All you got to do, honey (stir it, stir it, stir it, yeah)
Is keep it in and stir it up (stir it, stir it, stir it, yeah)
Little darlin', stir it up
Come on and stir it up
Ooh, little darlin', stir it up
Yeah
Oh would you quench me while I'm thirsty?
Oh, would you cool me down, when I'm hot?
Your recipe darlin', is so tasty,
And you sure can stir your pot, so
Stir it up
Little darlin', stir it up
Come on and stir it up
Ooh, little darlin', stir it up
Come on and stir it up
Oh, little darlin', stir it up
Stir it up
Little darlin', stir it up
Stir it up
Little darlin', stir it up
Come on and stir it up
Ooh, little darlin', stir it up
Won't you just stir it up?
Oh, little darlin', stir it up
The lyrics of "Stir It Up" express a desire for intimacy between two people. The singer reminisces about the time when he first met his lover and muses about what could happen if they stirred things up between them again. He promises to ignite his lover's passion and satisfy her desires, urging her to keep the fire burning between them. The metaphor of stirring things up is used to symbolize the act of rekindling the spark between two people, and making something great out of what has been neglected for far too long.
The song's upbeat, catchy melody and simple, yet effective lyrics have made it a fan favorite and a staple of Bob Marley's discography. It's interesting to note that the song was originally written and recorded by Marley's childhood friend, and fellow reggae musician, Bunny Wailer. However, Marley's version became the more popular and well-known rendition. Additionally, "Stir It Up" became one of Marley's first international hits and helped to establish him as a prominent figure in the reggae music scene.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh, stir it up
Let's get things going and create some excitement
Little darlin', stir it up
Addressing the listener as a term of endearment, asking them to join in the fun
Come on and stir it up
Encouraging the listener to participate and actively take part in the activity
It's been a long, long time
It has been a while since this feeling or thought was last experienced
Since I've got you on my mind
Since this person or idea has been occupying the artist's thoughts
And now you are here, I say it's so clear
Seeing the situation or opportunity clearly now that the person or idea is present
See what we could do, honey
Recognizing the potential for positive outcomes by acting on this feeling or idea with the listener
Just me and you, oh, we could stir it up
Expressing the belief that together, the artist and listener can create a positive change
I push the wood (stir it, stir it, stir it, yeah)
The artist is willing to take action to create a fire or generate excitement
I blaze your fire (stir it, stir it, stir it, yeah)
The artist is taking on the responsibility to ignite the enthusiasm and energy of the listener
Then I satisfy your, your heart's desire (stir it, stir it, stir it, yeah)
The singer is committed to fulfilling the listener's deepest wants and needs, making them feel content and happy
Said I stir it, yeah (stir it, stir it, stir it, yeah)
Repeating the importance of taking action to create positive change
Every minute, yeah (stir it, stir it, stir it, yeah)
Reinforcing the message that ongoing effort is necessary to maintain momentum and create lasting change
All you got to do, honey (stir it, stir it, stir it, yeah)
Encouraging the listener to continue their efforts to help create positive change
Is keep it in and stir it up (stir it, stir it, stir it, yeah)
The key to success is maintaining enthusiasm and energy by continuing to take action and creating positive change
Oh would you quench me while I'm thirsty?
Asking the listener to satisfy the artist's desire for fulfillment, satisfaction or excitement
Oh, would you cool me down, when I'm hot?
Asking the listener to help calm the artist down when they are over-excited
Your recipe darlin', is so tasty,
The listener has a proven track record of successfully creating enjoyable experiences
And you sure can stir your pot, so
Acknowledging the listener's ability to generate excitement and energy, and encouraging them to continue doing so
Won't you just stir it up?
An enthusiastic plea to the listener to continue participating in creating positive change and generating excitement
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Written by: BOB MARLEY
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@getrekt2160
As time goes by and soulful music like this fades, only to be replaced by manufactured junk, humanity fades with it.
We need to stay focused.
Stay together.
Keep humanity alive.
Keep the message of Bob alive.
For humanity.
@derecklawrence1979
Whoโs still listening to this classic song in 2024?
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@Mark-id3ub
Juicy Lucy is still listening in 2024 ๐
@edie9330
I am. I was a HUGE fan in my late teens in the 70's of Bob Marley, still am. I had all his albums in vinyl. Lol .Going through a tough, serious illness, and I'm here reminiscing. My soul feels better, lighter, listening to his music. He had such wisdom. It saddens me to see all the divisiveness in the world today. He was truly a force for good. โค
@SuenosDeLaNoche
Still sounds as good as it did way back then. Irie!
@Musicsky168
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@thewolf81lobo86
No one is going to make me believe that Robert Nesta Marley it's not one of the greatest artist of all time, timeless legend โโ
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Not one of IS the best top notch