Jammin
Bob Marley (Benny Benassi Remix) Lyrics

We jammin'
Bob Marley is indicating that he's ready to jam along with someone.

I wanna jam it with you
Bob clearly states that he desires to jam with another person or a group.

I hope you like jammin' too
Bob expresses his hope of finding like-minded people who enjoy jamming.

In rows or around, we can jam it anyhow
Bob implies that jamming is not confined within certain boundaries and can be done in any way possible.

I'n'I, I will see you through
Bob pledges his presence and assistance for the other person during the time spent on jamming.

Everyday we pay the price, with a livin' sacrafice
Bob points out the inevitable price one must pay daily to attain a living sacrifice in life.

Jammin' 'til the jam is through
Bob sings about the sole objective in his life solely devoted to jamming and how he won't stop till he finishes it.

We jammin', to think that jammin' was a thing of the past
Bob remarks on the revival of 'jamming culture', and him being impressed by the fact.

We jammin and I hope the jam is gonna last
Bob expresses his desire that jamming will again become a significant culture and everyone will enjoy it for a long time.

We jammin' on the for the daughters and sons
MC Lyte and Bob mention jamming with an important motive of giving future generations a perfect platform.

The struggle is not over until the battle is won
MC Lyte refers to the existence of the constant struggle even as they continue to strive for their objective.

Hip-Hop is life but it ain't all to me
MC Lyte points out how hip hop has a significant impact on their life. However, it is not limited to just that the genre as a whole.

Now where would we be if they take our mics from we.
MC Lyte questions what would happen if they were stripped of their tools with which they create music, a very significant part of their life.

Or better yet strip on might itself
MC Lyte refers to the powerful taking of power from the weak.

We done it before so I sit by the door
MC Lyte reflects on the experiences they've been through in the past where they've resisted such domination, and now waiting for others to take up the challenge.

Those that claim but don't really know the game
MC Lyte is referring to those who claim to be part of the game but don't know the rules and don't respect the culture.

Bob Marley, learn the man behind the name
MC Lyte urges people to know the real Bob Marley, the man behind the legend, his ideas, and influence on the culture of Jammin.

Oh Holy Mount Zion
Bob seems to express a spiritual connection with the Holy Mount Zion, possibly their holy land and belonging.

We see it in Mount Zion
Bob highlights the existence of their holy land, Mount Zion.

And Rules all creation
Bob emphasizes the holiness and significant role they believe Mount Zion plays in ruling over creation.

Were jammin'
Bob repeats the significance of 'Jammin' which doesn't seem to fade away from his mind.

Hope you like jammin' to
Bob reiterates the desire to find like-minded people who can vibe along with him during a Jamming session.

J-A-Double M-I-N
Bob Marley & MC Lyte play around with the word 'jarmmin' by spelling it out loud so that the listener can enjoy the musical word.

We be jammin' from Brooklyn down to Kingston
MC Lyte and Bob mention the various places where jamming is done, from Brooklyn to Kingston, to show its wide reach.

We be jammin' in the name of the Lord sweet Allah
MC Lyte highlights their worship and devotion to Allah, as the influence of the jamming culture doesn't hinder their spiritual beliefs.

We no the blessings from above I and are be no rap star
MC Lyte takes this line to refer to the fact that they don't do it for fame but instead are grateful to Allah for the blessing of Jammin.

Exodus when i bust
MC Lyte refers to the ending/withdrawal of their oppression or struggles as the Exodus, making a Biblical reference.

See the struggle, I must, realizing the just but whats next on the cusp
MC Lyte addresses their constant struggle and their realization of it being just. However, they question what's next for them after the struggle is done.

All soldiers of war steadily ignore
MC Lytes refers to everyone involved in the struggle, to keep fighting even when things may seem ignored

Still we ain't sure what the battle is for
MC Lyte questions the purpose of their fight or what they will gain from the battle.

Years ago when we toured ready to explore
MC Lyte reflects on touring days when they were ready to explore more of themselves and the world they lived in.

Entered through back doors treated like stank manure
MC Lyte alludes to being treated very unfairly or shabbily, like they were low-life.

Spoke up for rights, we were cracked in the jaw
MC Lyte talks about the beating they received when fighting for rights and speaking up against oppression.

Elvis made a bundle while we remained poor
MC Lyte comments on how Elvis became very wealthy while they continued to struggle and remained poor.

I'n'I will see you through
Bob reaffirms his earlier pledge to see the other person through, which can also be translated as 'we'll stick with each other' in the context of the song.

Come along way but we're still not there yet
MC Lyte mentions how far they have come, but the fight or struggle still continues, and they are still not all the way there yet.

Jah knows the mighty cry, the truth it cannot hide
Bob likens his cries and the truth to Jah, who knows everything and can't be hidden from his presence.

To keep you satisfied
Bob sings about his ambitions of keeping the other person satisfied and happy by jamming together.

Love that does exist, is the love I can't resist
Bob sings about being attracted to people who share the same love and passion for Jamming culture.

So jam by my side
Bob expresses his wish to have the other person's company during the time of 'Jammin.'

we're jammin' in the name of the lord
Bob and the guest artists conclude that they are Jammin' to please the Lord, who is their source of inspiration.

we're jammin' right straight from york holy mount zion
They clarify where they're Jammin from; specifically, that it's from York and Holy Mount Zion.