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)
Zig Zag
Bob Marley & The Wailers Lyrics
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Thank you, Lord, for what you're doing now.
Thank you, Lord, for ev′ry little thing.
Thank you, Lord, for you made me sing.
Say I'm in no competition,
But I made my decision.
You can keep your opinion.
Thank you, Lord, for what you′ve done for me.
Thank you, Lord, for what you're doing now.
Thank you, Lord, for ev′ry little thing.
Thank you, Lord, for you made me sing.
Sing along, sing along.
I don't fear their oppression,
Just to prove my determination.
I don′t yield to temptation,
I have learn't my lesson in Revelation.
Thank you, Lord, for what you′ve done for me.
Thank you, Lord, for what you're doing now.
Thank you, Lord, for ev'ry little thing.
Thank you, Lord, for you made me sing.
Sing along, sing along.
Say I′m in no competition
But I made my decision,
Lord, in my simple way.
Comin′, comin', comin′, comin'.
I love to pray.
Thank you, Lord, for what you′ve done for me.
Thank you, Lord, for what you're doing now.
Thank you, Lord, for ev′ry little thing.
These lyrics are a message of gratitude and faith to God from the perspective of Bob Marley & The Wailers. The song begins with an expression of gratitude thanking God for everything He has already done for the singer. The singer acknowledges that God is still working in his life, for which he is grateful, and that he appreciates every little thing that God has bestowed upon him. The singer believes that his ability to sing is a direct result of God's blessings.
The second stanza of the song expresses the singer’s determination to stay true to his beliefs and follow God's guidance regardless of what others may say or do. The singer is not in competition with anyone and has made his decision, so he is just calling on the wise man's communion. He is not afraid of any oppression and is determined to stay on the right path as he has learned his lesson through the teachings of the Bible.
In the final verse, the singer once again expresses his love and gratitude to God for His help and guidance in his life. He states that even in his own simple way, he continues to pray and seek guidance.Therefore, 'Zig Zag' is a powerful testament to Bob Marley's faith in God and his gratitude for the blessings he has received in his life.
Line by Line Meaning
Thank you, Lord, for what you've done for me.
Expressing gratitude towards God for the good things that have happened in the past.
Thank you, Lord, for what you're doing now.
Showing appreciation towards God for all the good things happening in the present moment.
Thank you, Lord, for ev′ry little thing.
Thanking God for even the smallest of things that often go unnoticed.
Thank you, Lord, for you made me sing.
Acknowledging that it is through God's blessings and grace that one has the ability to sing.
Say I'm in no competition,
Stating that one is not in competition with others.
But I made my decision.
Indicating that the singer has made a decision about something important.
You can keep your opinion.
Implying that the singer does not care about others' opinions on the matter.
I'm just calling on the wise man's communion.
Seeking guidance and wisdom from wise individuals to make the best decision.
I don't fear their oppression,
Not feeling scared or intimidated by others who try to oppress or control the artist.
Just to prove my determination.
Demonstrating the artist's persistence and strong will.
I don't yield to temptation,
Resisting the temptation to do something wrong or harmful.
I have learn't my lesson in Revelation.
Having learned from the lessons taught in the book of Revelation in the Bible.
Say I'm in no competition
Repeating the earlier sentiment that the singer is not in competition with anyone.
But I made my decision,
Reiterating that the singer has made an important decision.
Lord, in my simple way.
Acknowledging that the singer's approach or decision may be simple or straightforward.
Comin', comin', comin', comin'.
Unclear meaning, possibly referencing the artist's journey or spiritual path.
I love to pray.
Expressing the artist's love for prayer and devotion to God.
Writer(s): Bob Marley
Contributed by Gabriella Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
mcnicken111
this is nice, i like it!