No Woman No Cry
Bob Marley a The Wailers Lyrics
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No, woman, no cry
No, woman, no cry
No, woman, no cry
'Cause, 'cause, 'cause I remember when we used to sit
In the government yard in Trenchtown
Oba observing the 'ypocrites
Good friends we have, oh, good friends we've lost
Along the way
In this great future, you can't forget your past
So dry your tears, I seh
No, woman, no cry
No, woman, no cry
'Ere, little darlin', don't shed no tears
No, woman, no cry
Said, said, said, I remember when-a we used to sit
In the government yard in Trenchtown
And then Georgie would make the fire lights, I seh
A log wood burnin' through the night
Then we would cook cornmeal porridge, I seh
Of which I'll share with you
My feet is my only carriage
And so I've got to push on through
But while I'm gone
Everything's gonna be all right
Everything's gonna be all right
Everything's gonna be all right
Everything's gonna be all right
Everything's gonna be all right
Everything's gonna be all right
Everything's gonna be all right
Everything's gonna be all right
So no woman, no cry
No woman, no cry
I say, oh little oh little darling, don't shed no tears
No woman, no cry
No woman, no woman, no woman, no cry
No woman, no cry, one more time I've got to say
Oh little little darling, please don't shed no tears
No woman, no cry
No woman, no woman no cry
Bob Marley's iconic "No Woman No Cry" hit song is a poignant ode to the hardships and struggles of a community in Trenchtown, Jamaica. Composed in 1974, the song's lyrics emphasize the importance of finding happiness in the midst of struggle and turmoil. The opening lines "No, woman, no cry, No, woman, no cry" can be interpreted in different ways based on the lyrics that follow. It could mean that if women do not cry, there will be no tears, or it could suggest that if a man does not have a woman, he won't cry.
The song paints a vivid picture of life in the slums of Trenchtown, where Marley grew up, as he recounts memories of watching hypocrites mingle with good people in the government yard. He sings of the friends he has lost along the way but insists that in the face of the difficult times, they can't forget their past. The song's verses meander through various images of memories of Trenchtown, from making food to observing people's interactions. Marley urges the listener to hang on and keep pushing through the tough times.
Overall, "No Woman No Cry" is a song that has touched the hearts of millions of people all over the world because of its uplifting message about perseverance and resilience in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
No, woman, no cry
Don't cry, my dear, everything will be alright.
'Cause, 'cause, 'cause I remember when we used to sit In the government yard in Trenchtown Oba observing the 'ypocrites Mingle with the good people we meet Good friends we have, oh, good friends we've lost Along the way In this great future, you can't forget your past So dry your tears, I seh
I recall the days when we sat in Trenchtown and met both honest and hypocritical people. We have lost good friends along the way, but it's best to keep moving forward while remembering our past. Therefore, don't let your tears fall, my dear.
'Ere, little darlin', don't shed no tears
Come on, my beloved. Don't cry; it's okay.
Said, said, said, I remember when-a we used to sit In the government yard in Trenchtown And then Georgie would make the fire lights, I seh A log wood burnin' through the night Then we would cook cornmeal porridge, I seh Of which I'll share with you My feet are my only carriage And so I've got to push on through But while I'm gone
I remember sitting with you in the Trenchtown garden, where Georgie would make a fire in the dark, and we'd cook a cornmeal dinner together, which I will share with you. I have nothing but my feet to carry me through life, so I must keep going, but remember me when I'm gone.
Everything's gonna be all right
It'll all work out; don't worry.
No woman, no cry
Don't cry, my dear; everything will be ok.
I say, oh little oh little darling, don't shed no tears
I'm telling you, my darling, don't cry; everything will be alright.
No woman, no woman no cry
My dearie, if there's no woman, there won't be any tears.
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Vincent Ford
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No, woman, no cry
No, woman, no cry
No, woman, no cry
No, woman, no cry
'Cause, 'cause, 'cause I remember when we used to sit
In the government yard in Trenchtown
Oba observing the 'ypocrites
Mingle with the good people we meet
Good friends we have, oh, good friends we've lost
Along the way
In this great future, you can't forget your past
So dry your tears, I seh
No, woman, no cry
No, woman, no cry
'Ere, little darlin', don't shed no tears
No, woman, no cry
Said, said, said, I remember when-a we used to sit
In the government yard in Trenchtown
And then Georgie would make the fire lights, I seh
A log wood burnin' through the night
Then we would cook cornmeal porridge, I seh
Of which I'll share with you
My feet is my only carriage
And so I've got to push on through
But while I'm gone
Everything's gonna be all right
Everything's gonna be all right
Everything's gonna be all right
Everything's gonna be all right
Everything's gonna be all right
Everything's gonna be all right
Everything's gonna be all right
Everything's gonna be all right
So no woman, no cry
No woman, no cry
I say, oh little oh little darling, don't shed no tears
No woman, no cry
No woman, no woman, no woman, no cry
No woman, no cry, one more time I've got to say
Oh little little darling, please don't shed no tears
No woman, no cry
No woman, no woman no cry
@sigma9425
It's weird to miss someone who died before you were even born.
@SZTANCSEK
You see, I remember. And many more died that year: Lennon, Bonham. In the 1980s, their era passed for some reason. These are eternal mysteries.
@kienanjacob9847
My brother you see..in the eyes of the world it may seem weird....but in the eyes of TRUTH....it is not weird at all my brother trust me..... time is just a created commodity... you and I are way beyond that sphere....jah bless you always my brother
@michaelross4187
No its not you met him though his music
@1stRoi
@@michaelross4187 Truth
@lindaabrahaml9455
Still listen
@candidephyfer4635
I saw this man in Rotterdam 1976. One of my most treasured memories. I am a 64 year woman. I am so grateful
@rafero420
I dont know if its even true but I love U
@andyc80
If thatโs true WOW you so lucky
@kkk-bc6xo
Great experience, no doubt about it!