Small Axe
Buju Banton feat. King Stitch Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Though I'm just a baby
Safe in your arms
That's where I want to be
Small axe fall big tree
Small axe fall big tree
Though I'm just a baby
That's where I want to be
Small axe fall big tree
Been on your love line for so long
Won't you be mine age is no crime
Been loving you every minute every hour
All I ever need
Small axe fall big tree
Though I'm just a baby
Safe in your arms
That's where I want to be
Small axe fall big tree
Small axe fall big tree
Though I'm just a baby
Safe in your arms
That's where I want to be
Small axe fall big tree
And I know you won't treat I like others would
Warm embrace truly I feel good
So much to learn, this heart inside I burn
And I'm still be right here waiting my turn
Small axe fall big tree
Though I'm just a baby
Safe in your arms
That's where I want to be
Small axe fall big tree
Small axe fall big tree
Though I'm just a baby
Safe in your arms
That's where I want to be
Small axe fall big tree
(Solo)
Small axe fall big tree
Though I'm just a baby
Safe in your arms
That's where I want to be
Small axe fall big tree
Small axe fall big tree
Though I'm just a baby
Safe in your arms
That's where I want to be
Small axe fall big tree
Been on your love line for so long
Won't you be mine age is no crime
Been loving you every minute every hour
All I ever need
Small axe...
Small axe...
Small axe...
The lyrics in Buju Banton's song "Small Axe" portray a person expressing their desire to be in a safe and protected environment. The metaphorical comparison of a small axe falling a big tree represents the power of even the smallest things to create a significant impact. The singer acknowledges their vulnerability as someone who is just a baby but yearns to be kept safe in the comforting arms of their loved one. The repetition of the lyrics emphasizes the desire for security and protection. The second verse expresses the singer's romantic feelings for their beloved, stating that they have been loving them every single minute and hour.
Despite their vulnerability, the singer seems convinced that their lover will treat them with care and affection, unlike others who might take advantage of their innocence. The last verse portrays the singer as eager to learn and grow in this relationship while their heart burns with passion. They express their willingness to wait patiently for their turn to be loved and protected by their beloved. Overall, the song depicts an innocent and pure plea for love, safety, and protection within a romantic relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Small axe fall big tree
Even a small axe can bring down a big tree
Though I'm just a baby
Although I am inexperienced and young
Safe in your arms
I feel comfortable and protected when I am with you
That's where I want to be
Being with you is where I desire to be
Been on your love line for so long
I have been pursuing your love for a while
Won't you be mine age is no crime
I want you to be my partner, regardless of our age difference
Been loving you every minute every hour
I have been loving you constantly, every moment of every day
All I ever need
All I require is your love and affection
And I know you won't treat I like others would
I trust that you won't treat me poorly as others might
Warm embrace truly I feel good
Your comforting embrace brings me genuine happiness
So much to learn, this heart inside I burn
I have a lot to learn about love and my heart is full of desire
And I'm still be right here waiting my turn
I am patiently waiting for my chance to be with you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BOB MARLEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind