Freedom Time
Bob Marley feat. The Wailers Lyrics

Got the news from the whispering trees
Bob Marley is suggesting that nature is sending a message that it is time for man to be free. He perceives that nature is whispering the message to him.

This is the time when man must be freed
Bob Marley believes that the time has come for mankind to be free, and he wants to communicate this to people through his music. He's calling for a revolution.

No more burning in vain
Bob Marley is tired of the senseless violence and destruction that comes from the struggle for freedom. He believes that it's time for a more peaceful and productive approach.

All we lose we'll have to gain
Bob Marley believes that there will be sacrifices that people will have to make, but that eventually the struggle will be worth it. The gain will be greater than the loss.

Get ready children please
Bob Marley is urging people to prepare themselves for the coming change. The change will require action, and he wants people to be ready to act.

Didn't I build the cabin
Bob Marley is asking us to reflect on the hard work and contributions made by our ancestors in building up the United States.

Didn't I plant the corn
Bob Marley is reminding us that these ancestors worked hard to grow food and create wealth for their owners in this country.

Didn't my people keep holy
Bob Marley is reminding us that despite the harsh conditions that our ancestors experienced, they still managed to keep their faith and dignity intact.

Slave to this country
Bob Marley is acknowledging the history of slavery in the United States, and suggesting that even though slavery has been abolished, people of color are still not completely free in this country.

My sermon it was billed for freedom
Bob Marley is saying that his music is designed to inspire people to want and demand their freedom. He sees himself as a spiritual leader with a message of liberation for people around the world.

The good Lord said son you're a free man
Bob Marley believes that God created us all to be free, and that we should never forget that. He is suggesting that people need to rely on their own inner strength and faith to achieve change.

I'm gonna talk that freedom talk
Bob Marley is committed to speaking out about the need for freedom, and he wants to inspire others to have the same courage to speak out and take action.

Let me see you walk that freedom walk
Bob Marley wants people to show that they are serious about wanting freedom by taking action. He wants to see people marching and working to create positive change.

When yah gets ready, children please
Bob Marley is saying that when people are ready to take action, he's ready to join them. He is urging people to take the first step toward their own freedom.