Buju Banton (born Mark Myrie 1973) is a Jamaican dancehall, ragga, and regg… Read Full Bio ↴Buju Banton (born Mark Myrie 1973) is a Jamaican dancehall, ragga, and reggae singer. He was born in a slum near Kingston, Jamaica called Salt Lane. "Buju" is a nickname which is of Breadfruit. The name is ironic in light of Mark Myrie's slim frame and large head, but it is, nevertheless, the nickname his mother gave him as a child. "Banton" is a Jamaican word referring to someone with a superior attitude and a gift with speech, but it was also the name of a local artist Burro Banton that Buju admired as a child. It was Burro's rough gravelly vocals that Buju emulated and ultimately made his own. Buju's mother was a higgler, or street vendor while his father worked as a labourer at a tile factory. He was one of fifteen children born into a family which was directly descended from the Maroons, a group of escaped slaves who proudly fought off the British colonialists.

As a youngster, Buju would often watch his favourite artists perform at outdoor shows and local dancehalls. At the tender age of 13 he picked up the microphone for himself and began toasting under the monicker of "Gargamel". His first single, "The Ruler" was released not long afterwards in 1987 under the production of Robert French at Penthouse Studios.

In 1991, Buju joined Donovan Germain's Penthouse Label and began a fruitful partnership with producer Dave Kelly. Buju is one of the most popular musicians in Jamaican history, having burst onto the charts there suddenly in 1992, with "Bogle" and "Love Me Browning/Love Black Woman", both massive hits in Jamaica. Controversy erupted over Love Me Browning which spoke of Banton's preference for light-skinned women: "Mi love mi car mi love mi house mi love mi money and ting, but most of all mi love mi browning." Some accused Banton of promoting a colonialist attitude and denigrating the beauty of black women. In response, he released "Black Woman" which spoke of his love for dark-skinned beauties: "Stop cry, fi all black woman, respect all the gyals with dark complexion." 1992 was an explosive year for Buju as he broke the great Bob Marley's record for the greatest number of number one singles in a year. Beginning with "Man fi Dead", Buju's gruff voice dominated the Jamaican airwaves for the duration of the year. Banton's debut album, Mr. Mention, includes his greatest hits from that year.

1992 was also the year in which the controversy over Buju's homophobic "Boom Bye Bye" exploded. The media in Great Britain picked up on Buju's less than admirable promotion of violence against homosexuals. Myrie, who had recently signed with Mercury records, refused to back down from his stance against homosexuals, claiming his religious beliefs prevented him from accepting homosexuality. Banton downplayed the violent content of his song, claiming that it was metaphorical. Gay Rights groups campaigned against Buju as well as Shabba Ranks who, when asked about the controversy on the British show The Word, stated, "God created Adam and Eve, not Adam and Steve." Shabba later apologized, but Buju refused to back down which drew the ire of various homosexual advocacy groups who continue to campaign against him.

Banton released the hard-hitting Voice of Jamaica in 1993. The album included a number of conscious tracks. These tracks included "Deportees" a song which criticized those Jamaicans who went abroad but never sent money home, a remix of Little Roy's "Tribal War", a sharp condemnation of political violence, and "Willy, Don't Be Silly" which promoted condom use. The conscious spin of this disc did little to stop the attacks of gay rights groups who felt that his continued performance of "Boom Bye Bye" was a slap in their faces. Some dancehall fans felt that Banton could have exploded onto the American scene if his homophobic song hadn't held him back. Nevertheless, Buju was adopted by many new fans who appreciated his gravelly vocals and cared little about his homophobia.

Til Shiloh (1995) was a very influential album, using a studio band instead of synthesized music, and marking a slight shift away from dancehall towards roots reggae for Banton. Buju turned Rasta and his new album reflected his new beliefs. Til Shiloh is one of the greatest dancehall albums of all time and successfully blended conscious lyrics with a hard-hitting dancehall vibe. The album included a single called "Murderer" which condemned the violence in Jamaican dancehall music, inspired by the murders of dancehall musicians Panhead and Dirtsman. The song inspired several clubs to stop playing songs with excessively violent subject matter. This conscious album had a large impact on dancehall music and showed the hunger the dancehall massive had for conscious lyrics. Dancehall music did not move away from slack and violent lyrics, but the album did pave the way for a greater spirituality within the music.

Inna Heights (1997) substantially increased Banton's international audience as Buju explored his singing ability and recorded a number of roots-tinged tracks. Banton covered The Silvertones' "Destiny" and recorded songs with such artists as Beres Hammond and the legendary Toots Hibbert. The album was well-received but had distribution problems. Also, some fans were disappointed, having hoped for another ground-breaking album like "Til Shiloh." Still, Buju's experimentation and soaring vocals impressed many fans and this album remains a highly regarded work.

In 1998, Buju met the punk band Rancid and recorded two tracks with them: "Misty Days" and "Life Won't Wait." The latter became the title track of Rancid's 1999 album, Life Won't Wait. Subsequently, Buju signed with Rancid's eclectic Anti, a subsidiary of Epitaph and released Unchained Spirit in 2000.

In March 2003 he released Friends for Life, which featured more sharply political songs, including "Mr. Nine", an anti-gun song that further verified his status as one of reggae's most anti-confrontational artists.

Banton's 2006 album Too Bad got him nominated for a second Grammy but despite the album's brilliance and artistic excellence "Too Bad" did not garner the award. "Too Bad" brings us back to the Buju of the nineties with his rough phenomenal voice backed by hypnotic beats and conscious lyrics that seem to stay on repeat in your head. "Too Bad" is a complete listen from start to finish and is an extra success because the Gargamel executive produced the album on his own label.

On April 21, 2009, Buju released the often delayed album Rasta Got Soul. This is Banton's ninth album and features the hit single Magic City. This release sees Buju returning to roots and culture reggae. The album received a Grammy nomination in the Best Reggae Album category.

As of December 2009, Buju allegedly attempted to buy cocaine from an undercover officer in Miami and faces up to life in prison if convicted. The trial of Banton began on September 20, 2010 in Tampa, Florida.

Close One Yesterday
Buju Banton Lyrics

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One more day in the struggle
Have to get up and go juggle
You done know, want a little sugar in the pan
Me nah see fi trouble no man
Oh oh oh

Said I had a close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me, be strong

Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down
Keep your head above the water
Say, one day things must get better, be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down
Keep your head above the water
Say, one day things must get better

The rich is wise in his conceit
But the fool with overstanding search him out
Poor man mourn the rich riches increase
Be not grieved, riches are not forever
Envy not the oppressor chose none of his ways
Be not wise in his own eyes
Only Jah you must praise
Strive not with a man without cause
If he have done no harm
Let by gone be by gone

Said I had a close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me, be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down
Keep your head above the water
Say, one day things must get better, be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down
Keep your head above the water
Say, one day things must get better

This nine to five is a joke
Compare to the pressure
The minister say
The economy is getting better
Misleading the people
The mass still suffer on Jah
Scarce benefits and spoils
Jah know that we feel it
Day and night we cry, cry, cry
Jah know that we feel it
Who can help a weeping soul like I

Said I had a close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me, be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down
Keep your head above the water
One day things must get better, be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down
Keep your head above the water
Say, one day things must get better

The rich is wise in his all conceit
But the fool with overstanding search him out
Poor man mourn the rich riches increase
Be not grieved, riches are not forever
Envy not the oppressor chose none of his ways
Be not wise in his own eyes
Only Jah you must praise
Strive not with a man without cause
If he have done no harm
Let by gone be by gone

Said I had a close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me
Said I had a close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me, be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down
Keep your head above the water
One day things must get better, be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down

Keep your head above the water
One day things must get better

Overall Meaning

In Buju Banton's song Close One Yesterday, the lyrics speak to the struggles of everyday life and the need to keep holding on, despite difficult circumstances. The chorus, "Said I had a close one yesterday, Jah put an angel over me, be strong, hold a firm meditation, one day things must get better," reminds the listener to remain steadfast and focused in the face of adversity. The song encourages perseverance and maintaining a positive outlook, even when faced with difficult situations.

The verses of the song highlight some of the social and economic challenges facing the Jamaican people, including the deceptive messages of politicians who claim that the economy is improving when many people are still struggling. The song also cautions against envy and pride, reminding the listener to remain grateful and humble in the face of material wealth.

Overall, Close One Yesterday is a powerful reminder to keep moving forward, even when faced with setbacks and struggles. By holding onto hope and focusing on the future, we can overcome even the most difficult challenges.

Line by Line Meaning

One more day in the struggle
Another day of enduring hardship and adversity

Have to get up and go juggle
Need to find ways to make ends meet by hustling and working hard

You done know, want a little sugar in the pan
As one tries to survive the tough times, a little bit of sweetness or positivity can help

Me nah see fi trouble no man
I don't want to harm or cause problems for anyone else

Oh oh oh
Vocalizing sounds of distress or pain

Said I had a close one yesterday
I had a near-death experience recently

Jah put an angel over me, be strong
God protected me and gave me strength to keep going

Hold a firm meditation
Meditate with conviction and stay focused

One day things must get better
Believing that someday the hardships will end and things will improve

Don't you go down
Don't give up or let the struggles get you down

Keep your head above the water
Stay afloat and keep persevering

The rich is wise in his conceit
Wealthy people may think they have all the answers or be arrogant

But the fool with overstanding search him out
The wise person knows to seek the truth and challenge those who claim to know everything

Poor man mourn the rich riches increase
The poor may feel discouraged as the rich get richer

Be not grieved, riches are not forever
Don't be upset, wealth is not eternal or guaranteed

Envy not the oppressor chose none of his ways
Don't be jealous of the one who oppresses you, don't follow their example

Be not wise in his own eyes
Don't think you know everything or be arrogant

Only Jah you must praise
Only God deserves worship and adoration

Strive not with a man without cause
Don't pick fights or argue with someone for no reason

If he have done no harm
If they haven't hurt you or caused problems, leave them alone

Let by gone be by gone
Forget the past and move on

This nine to five is a joke
Working a standard job is laughable compared to the struggles faced by those in poverty

Compare to the pressure
The hardships and obstacles experienced by the poor are much greater

The minister say
The government officials claim

The economy is getting better
The country's financial situation is improving

Misleading the people
Spreading false hope and optimism to the masses

The mass still suffer on Jah
The majority of people are still struggling despite the official narrative

Scarce benefits and spoils
Limited access to resources and rewards

Jah know that we feel it
God knows the pain and struggles we face

Day and night we cry, cry, cry
We experience constant pain, sadness, and distress

Who can help a weeping soul like I
Who can assist someone who is suffering like me?

One day things must get better
Hoping that someday our situation will improve

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network
Written by: MARK ANTHONY MYRIE, DONOVAN GERMAIN, STEPHEN JOHN MARSDEN, DAVID BRYON COLE, STEPHEN MARLEY

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rene cyrus

5y↑125

Intro]
One more day in the struggle
Haffi get up and go juggle, you done know
Water and a little sugar inna we pan
Me nah seek fi trouble no man
Oh oh

[Chorus]
Said, I had close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me
Be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down, keep your head above the water
Say, one day things must get better
Be strong
And I say, hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down, keep your head above the water
Chant, one day things must get better

[Verse 1]
The rich is wise in his own conceit
But the fool with overstanding searcheth him out
Poor man mourn, the rich riches increase
I said, be not grieved, riches are not forever
Envy not the oppressor, choose none of his ways
Be not wise in thine own eyes, only Jah you must praise
Strive not with a man without cause
If he have done you no harm, let bygones be bygones

[Chorus]
Said, I had close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me
Be strong
And I say, hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down, keep your head above that water
One day things must get better
Be strong
And I say, hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down, keep your head above the water
Say, one day things must get better

[Verse 2]
This 9 to 5 is a joke compared to the pressure
The minister says the economy is getting better
Misleading the people, the mass still suffers
Oh Jah, scarce benefits and spoils
Oh
Jah knows that we feel it, woah, woah, woah, woah
Day and night we cry, cry, cry
Jah knows that we feel it, woo, woo, woo
Who can help a weeping soul like I?

[Chorus]
Said, I had close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me
Be strong
And I say, hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down, keep your head above that water
One day things must get better
Be strong
And I bawl, hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down, keep your head above the water
Say, one day things must get better

[Verse 1]
The rich is wise in his own conceit
But the poor with overstanding searcheth him out
Poor man mourn, the rich riches increase
I said, be not grieved, riches are not forever
Envy not the oppressor, choose none of his ways
Be not wise in thine own eyes, only Jah you must praise
Strive not with a one without cause
If they have done thee no harm, let bygones be bygones

[Outro]
Said, I had close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me
Said, I had close one yesterday
Jah Jah put an angel -
And I say, be strong, oh oh
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down, keep your head above the water
Chant, one day things must get better
Be strong
And I bawl, hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't go down, keep your head above the water
One day things must get better...

Kezii Browne

6y↑12

Close One Yesterday

Buju Banton

One more day in the struggle
Have to get up and go juggle
You done know, want a little sugar in the pan
Me nah see fi trouble no man
Oh oh oh

Said I had a close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me, be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down
Keep your head above the water
Say, one day things must get better, be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down
Keep your head above the water
Say, one day things must get better

The rich is wise in his conceit
But the fool with overstanding search him out
Poor man mourn the rich riches increase
Be not grieved, riches are not forever
Envy not the oppressor chose none of his ways
Be not wise in his own eyes
Only Jah you must praise
Strive not with a man without cause
If he have done no harm
Let by gone be by gone

Said I had a close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me, be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down
Keep your head above the water
Say, one day things must get better, be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down
Keep your head above the water
Say, one day things must get better

This nine to five is a joke
Compare to the pressure
The minister say
The economy is getting better
Misleading the people
The mass still suffer on Jah
Scarce benefits and spoils
Jah know that we feel it
Day and night we cry, cry, cry
Jah know that we feel it
Who can help a weeping soul like I

Said I had a close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me, be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down
Keep your head above the water
One day things must get better, be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down
Keep your head above the water
Say, one day things must get better

The rich is wise in his all conceit
But the fool with overstanding search him out
Poor man mourn the rich riches increase
Be not grieved, riches are not forever
Envy not the oppressor chose none of his ways
Be not wise in his own eyes
Only Jah you must praise
Strive not with a man without cause
If he have done no harm
Let by gone be by gone

Said I had a close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me
Said I had a close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me, be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down
Keep your head above the water
One day things must get better, be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down
Keep your head above the water
One day things must get better

Gezelle Charles

5y↑1

Haffi get up and go juggle, you done know
Water and a little sugar inna we pan
Me nah seek fi trouble no man
Oh oh

[Chorus]
Said, I had close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me
Be strong
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down, keep your head above the water
Say, one day things must get better
Be strong
And I say, hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down, keep your head above the water
Chant, one day things must get better

[Verse 1]
The rich is wise in his own conceit
But the fool with overstanding searcheth him out
Poor man mourn, the rich riches increase
I said, be not grieved, riches are not forever
Envy not the oppressor, choose none of his ways
Be not wise in thine own eyes, only Jah you must praise
Strive not with a man without cause
If he have done you no harm, let bygones be bygones

[Chorus]
Said, I had close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me
Be strong
And I say, hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down, keep your head above that water
One day things must get better
Be strong
And I say, hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down, keep your head above the water
Say, one day things must get better

[Verse 2]
This 9 to 5 is a joke compared to the pressure
The minister says the economy is getting better
Misleading the people, the mass still suffers
Oh Jah, scarce benefits and spoils
Oh
Jah knows that we feel it, woah, woah, woah, woah
Day and night we cry, cry, cry
Jah knows that we feel it, woo, woo, woo
Who can help a weeping soul like I?

[Chorus]
Said, I had close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me
Be strong
And I say, hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down, keep your head above that water
One day things must get better
Be strong
And I bawl, hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down, keep your head above the water
Say, one day things must get better

[Verse 1]
The rich is wise in his own conceit
But the poor with overstanding searcheth him out
Poor man mourn, the rich riches increase
I said, be not grieved, riches are not forever
Envy not the oppressor, choose none of his ways
Be not wise in thine own eyes, only Jah you must praise
Strive not with a one without cause
If they have done thee no harm, let bygones be bygones

[Outro]
Said, I had close one yesterday
Jah put an angel over me
Said, I had close one yesterday
Jah Jah put an angel -
And I say, be strong, oh oh
Hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't you go down, keep your head above the water
Chant, one day things must get better
Be strong
And I bawl, hold a firm meditation
One day things must get better
Don't go down, keep your head above the water
One day things must get better

All comments from YouTube:

Rheasia Fraser

10y↑678

This song brought me out of the dark...thank you so much BUJU Banton you saved my life!

Aletor Bredd

6y↑15

Continue to be safe the real God loves you

EL Veva

6y↑8

I know that feeling❤️

fungayi Mamboininga

5y↑6

Had this song on repeat when my dad passed. Really helped me heal

james kungu

5y↑2

@fungayi Mamboininga same to me bro 2001 dad we nt

Junior junior

Jamaica news

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oduor collins

41w↑2

Used to play this song back in the day during my struggles with life. It was really motivational and it kept me going thanks to God things are now better live long buju

Jjopoo

1y↑3

If ever you’re faced with a predicament, this song is definitely an encouragement to keep your head above the water. Bless up Buju. 💯💯💯💯

Aaron Larson

5y↑28

This song really helped me overcome a lot of mental pain and suffering. Bless up Buju and thanks for the strength and message this song delivers!!

Jarine Bain

5y↑40

This song is life. My motivational song of life after concurring the trials, tribulations and the struggles I've encountered. 💪🙏

Mal Malone

42w

U so right f/ r tho’

'Tunde Arekemase

3y↑74

I was attacked by a group of robbers yesterday, I was fortunate to escape,
This song has been my favourite for many years now, but it hits differently today,
Blessings dear Mark, thank you for this uplifting masterpiece.
All praises to the most high.

Nyesha Jay

2y↑4

“All praises to the most high” Amen!

Laren Vidal

8y↑71

When everything in your life seems to be going downhill, it's songs like these that keeps you going..nuff respect buju #staypositive

Hillarry Goodness

4y↑5

Seeing myself 40 minutes on top of the Mediterranean Sea heading to italy , I remembered vividly the words of buju banton " Don't u go down keep ur heads above d waters" which I put into cognisance b4 later on i was rescued on top d sea, dis song is an inspiration to my soul great buju Banton Respect

HK17

3y↑8

How can someone dislike positive music ✊

Shield of Faith

2y↑56

Still rockin this tune in 2022 ❤️💛💚
All praises to The Most High

Sea Cristal

2y↑1

And rockin' long as I still on this earth!

welcome home

👍🏽🙏🏽🫶🏽🥳👊🏽

EL Veva

6y↑95

we need more songs like this now a days

Caswyane Fuller

3y↑4

These music r medicine for the soul

Unknown1925

3y↑1

Facts

MIMIC EV

2y↑13

This song hit every part in me.....who feel it know it

rene cyrus

5y↑125

Antony Reyes

3y↑1

tx fi lyrics 🙏

Asfaw T A James

💚💛❤😪👍🏿

Kico Ventura

2y↑1

Give thanxx and prays to the Most High Lord 🙏 Blessed.. Mr buju

Shay Wally

Love you

Shay Wally

2y↑1

Love make my day

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Dolland Phillip

8y↑362

this music will never die

Nissa Toussaint

7y↑1

Dolland Phillip wpz

Yongama Mr.Y,mtitshana

7y↑1

Dolland Phillip that true big men

Nay

Dolland Phillip NEVER! Free Buju 🙏🏾

Macking sobazz

Dolland Phillip buju Blanton music will not die

Lance Williams

Dolland Phillip 💯

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DYNAMITE MUSIC OFFICIAL

7y↑12

Great classical music that will never die ... 🙏🏿💯

Apex Kevv

4y↑13

Greatness can never die!! Said I have a close one yesterday. My god this song is so relevant today while our people are been killed from every direction by our own and by others. Thank you 🙏 mr Buju the great.

T. Regis Onweagba

6y↑4

God used this song (CLOSE ONE YESTERDAY) to keep me going when I almost lost all hope. God bless you Buju. More inspiration brethren. Keep spreading the inspiring words of Jah to all humanity! Respect - Maximum!!!

uptop law

3y↑271

No matter what we go through all in 2021,, know that things must get better..🙌🙏🙏

Kiera Solomon

3y↑5

True

quiet kid

9th oh july 2021..😇😷😷😷😷

The Essences Of May

3y↑2

Amen 💯💪🏾

Rishi Mungal

True dat

Too blessed To be stressed

Amen yes 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌😭😭😭😭😭

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Kezii Browne

6y↑12

Thomas Iyobhebhe

3y↑3

Be strong, one day things must get better.
Respect to Buju Barton.
Dedicated to all the strugglers in the world trying to make ends meet.

Trinigirl

4y↑3

Such inspiring and real lyrics. Jah put an angel over me n my family many times. Things did get better.

Abiola Pierre-Holder-Munroe

49w↑1

out of all genres, this is my favorite
song ❤

Donovan ‘M’

5y↑8

‘Rusty’, hoarse, commanding voice blended with some powerful harmony, and solid lyrics resulted in a masterful piece, commanding one’s attention. Well done, bro Buj.

Roxanne Anderson

4y↑157

2020 and still rocking to this song

Henry Walkes

4y↑1

yes lord!

Dennise

4y↑2

@Henry Walkes Amen! 🙏

Rhonda Edwards

4y↑1

@Dennise 1

Dizzy Ironic

3y↑3

2021

Juda Prass

Allyuh too early mi deh yah 2022 😊

dexim67

10y↑126

I can never listen to this song with out crying!
it's one of those, "Makes you think of what you have been though and overcome...", Kind of songs. one of my personal favorites. <3

Karimah Abdulkhaliq

6y↑2

dexim67 for real. At one time we had this song on CD, a radio, no food. Hmmmmmmm

Jason Telesford

6y↑1

That's so true by listen this song i have get out of my trial an tribulations i have overcome many fights an many things in my life listen this one close on yesterday keep up the gd work buju so comes freedom everything takes time by the grace of God u will be free

coconachie

5y↑1

Yes words like strike at a man without a cause if he had done you wrong let by gone's be by gone's words of wisdom

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Chilando Nsofwa

5y↑3

Grew up listening to buju banton I still do till today he never ceases to inspire me

Dmb Concrete

2y↑6

2022 and I still have this on replay 🎶 #Vibes

Kimgale Walsh-Doctrove

4y↑4

2020 and still jamming. This song did so much for me living in America and having to struggle so much at the beginning. Today, I hold on to those memories🙏

JULESTHATRUTH

5y↑20

I felt it in my heart when he performed at long walk to freedom. Damn. Welcome home buju. Welcome reggae

DrKniz

4y↑2

After sooo many years this song is still so relevant!!! Buju Banton is truly a messenger!!

Spiritual Breeze

Yea true..I had a close one yesterday..my go 2 song

Andris Neptune

5y↑70

Rip to my niece who left us with this song before she passed. 1996-2018 sip ❤️❤️❤️

Heidi Jones

4y↑2

RIP rebel Neptune my sincerest condolences

Yanique Segree

4y↑1

Who is still listening in 2020🔥♥️

Andris Neptune

4y↑1

@Heidi Jones thank you 🙌

heidi jones

@Andris Neptune you're welcome

AquilaChe #FBA-ADOS

4y↑1

🙏🏾

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Karissa Seetal

5y↑2

When I’m down and stressed, I ALWAYS listen to this song! Buju my the most high continue to bless you!

adouboy9

5y↑3

Can this song ever get old ❤️

'Tunde Arekemase

Nope... I listen to this every single day!

Tam Soli

2y↑4

This was my dad's favourite song he passed a year today woke up and had to listen to this really comforting sure he's here xx

Gale Ollivierre

4y↑2

His music NEVER gets old💗💗
Knowledge for all seasons

Roberto Jordan

5y↑17

This song is so powerful

jarugie23

6y↑5

July 2018 and I'm still getting emotional over this tune. "I had a close one yesterday" 🙏🏿

Supagalll

7y↑15

Inspiring tune.I love it.

quist chanda

1y↑3

I shade tears 😭😭😭 each time I listen to this song

itz shanni👑

5y↑2

Love this rhythm

Levi Ifex

5y↑1

This music is motivating and uplifting

Jose Lopez

5y↑5

Love this song

Shanroy Johnson

6y↑3

Big up Buju Banton one day things must get better

Gregory Williams

5y↑1

The only artist that truly conquer both dancehall and the cultural side of the music business. The great Buju Banton, the legend.

Dhalpourie

7y↑1

This song is so encouraging. Nice positive, hopeful vibe. Bless you Buju. Hold your head up.

Abigail Dunkley

3y↑1

This is my sister go to song when things ain't going right for her😂 great song 🙏🏽

Jevaughn Palmer

2y↑1

Great song 🎵

Blackbright News

4y↑1

This man’s inspiration comes from the heart 💓

Donna Gayle

5y↑10

Had to listen to few of his songs today just to build my spirit. 2019 is a new year and buju songs still effective.

Nigel Mitchell

Constantly replaying this song, it's amazing how one's story can inspire another. We cherish your work buju, and look forward to hearing more of your triumphs. One day things must get better!

Shezra Walker

6y↑1

This is a song with meaning and powerful words love it

S Roberts

4y↑1

Said I had a close one yesterday... 🎶🎵
This song gives me inspiration wherever I'm at my lowest. Big up Buju!!

Hola Como estas

3y↑1

My everyday song. Even my kids singing this to me.

ekow abrobrah

4y↑2

Buju...God of reggae...I listen to this track when I'm down#source of motivation

Travis Ussery

5y↑3

Buju you are a Legend, Great Music, it is Great to have you back. Much Love and Respect to you.

Chantol Bailey

40w

I definitely had a close one yesterday thank you Jesus for putting an angel over me🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Anthony Kettle

6y↑48

Buju is the greatest dancehall legend ever.

My Life Be Like…

5y↑22

Rip to my grandma who died yesterday ! I had a close when yesterday .. jah put an angel over me!

Lena Graham

5y↑4

Great song big up Buju one 💘

'Tunde Arekemase

4y↑9

This, along with Bob's Redemption Song to me has always been the greatest songs ever.
Buried Alive is now growing so strong on me, and the song is just is just a few months old....
Music keeps you through hard times, ministers hope and comfort to the soul. Big up Buju Banton.

Tami’s Playhouse

5y↑5

This song will never Die

Franca Foley

7y↑2

Such a healing sound for this crucial n depressing times, jah guide n protect you Buju, Ababa Jah Naa. #freeBuju

Asha Lewis

This song brings me back to a place of light. Songs for the soul... Free buju

Haddingtonian GCP

Buju is the greatest stage performer I've ever seen. Saw him in Amsterdam in July. God, he was phenomenal!!

RIYAD WORLD

6y↑2

STILL PLAY THIS SONG EVERY MORNING👍👍👍👍👍

Julian Wilson

5y↑2

buju banton songs are spiritual and uplifting to the nation love by many

Alexia Wade

8y↑13

love this man....very good n uplifting song selection

Gezelle Charles

5y↑1

monique barco

4y↑2

This song encourage me alot through my hard times

Ayasha Mars

5y↑1

I love this song and will not stop listening to it

HerbsByYah Yisrael

4y↑1

This song will forever be a hit a swear, still listening in 2020🙌🏻

Bev Bugatti

3y↑2

One day things must get better 🙏🙏🙏

Kerlyn Punter

7y↑315

I am a single parent and this song makes me try even harder....thank u so much for this song....Buju Banton...I jus keep the cool and fight every day

Franca Foley

7y↑15

Kerlyn Punter jah bless you, its not easy out there for strong n tough single women like you. I grew up with a single mother, the struggle is so tough but Jah guide n help n bless you women

Fonando VEVO

5y↑2

Be strong and hold a firm meditation.

akapelwa situmbeko

5y↑1

Be strong jah will see you through and one day things will get better.

Diane Brown

4y↑2

Kerlyn Punter single mom also reading 3 years later. Hope things got better in the last 3 years. Hang in there. Better must come and will come. I’m a living testimony

Anatasha Shorter

Kerlyn Punter 🙌🏾

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Misha'el for Yahuah

Can't believe how true this still is .... there's nothing new under the sun, that's why this song will always be timeless! Thanks Buju!

Damian English

5y↑1

Powerful words by the Legend👍👊Loving This Song💯

Anella Pardassie

5y↑1

a living legend...imperfect but very enlightening...motivating

Eric Fiador

6y↑2

Anytime I listen to this song It give me hope to strive till my last breath there is better future

♡Simply Atarah♡

5y↑5

"One day things must get better, be strong" ❤❤❤🇧🇧

Fagan Lemonius

4y↑148

2020....I still believe things will get better.

Yvonne Noel

4y↑1

Ummmm, sorry! WORSE than ever. Pandemic and race wars....and tRump is still president, yes small p!!

Henry Walkes

yes lord!

Kigozi Samuel

Surely?

Samson Ayako

5y↑1

I love this song it gives me hustling strength big up Buju, best ever like Peter Tosh.

Antoinette Miller

5y↑2

Love this song so very much it touched my heart am so glad buju is free and may no evil eye cast on him bless him

Toya Graham

2y↑1

Whenever I'm going through a lot i always come here to be reminded that people are going through worst than i am and things will get better for us all

Iree Nwosu

7y↑11

Respect to Buju Banton. You are a true prophet

Shella Boss

3y↑1

Never stop listening 💪🏽💯

nessa v

4y↑3

❤️Love this song, inspires me😊❤️

different culture same love

5y↑1

Such a relaxing voice ❤❤❤❤this song motivated me all the time.

Mr kwasi Dollar

5y↑2

Can't stop listening to this music 👊👊👊

Susumba 💞

4y↑1

A the end of the day it’s all about the spirit within!!! Thanks Buju to all those before and and after🙏🏾

Kelvina Salters

This song is getting me through a rough time right now.

Ras Binghi

4y↑1

Taking soo much inspiration from this song early this morning. Salute I General Buju Banton.

Kate Katie

6y↑17

I sang this song for my brother Kerr Yarde aka Racket on the morning of 24th June 2017. He died later that evening. He's the reason I listened to Buju and then eventually fell in love with him.

Evolved: What Are We Becoming

Buju Buju! So ahead of his time with such a prophetic message

Mabel Almonte

Love it beautiful song 👐

isaac amos

Very inspirational song brother Buju.

7lord racko

Things will definitely get better🙌🏽💯

Joseph Sylvester

This is indeed a song of encouragement.

Melissa Smith

8y↑64

I love this song so much, as a true jamaican living in the stuggles I know whst is a close one. love uh buju! !!

Kevin Sonnylal

7y↑1

Melissa Smith stay focused.blessed

Tranquil Living

The song brings me back up every time. Welcome home Buju

Hagan Jr

5y↑1

My favorite tune that motivates me all the time

vibes vibes

3y↑1

bless vibes....pure tune.....real talk....THINGS WILL GET BETTER🙏🏿🙏🏿

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