There are two artists called Bushman:

1. Bushman is the alias of Swe… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists called Bushman:

1. Bushman is the alias of Swedish singer Franz Merwald.
He released in 1995 the successful hit titled “No 1 Else”, written by Cesar Zamini and Robert Ulhman.
In 1996 Franz released the hit “Jump Up” featuring Claudia Unda and Donna Rae .

2. Bushman is also Dwight Duncan, who is a reggae artist.
He was born in the lush picturesque hill top village of Spring Garden, St. Thomas, Jamaica. He was raised as a Rasta since the tender age of two. Dwight attended the Lysson All Age School, where his music teacher noticed his potential for music and nurtured him in his developing stages. Dwight then went on to Yallas High School where he continued to shine musically as a member of the school choir, a member of the Yallas drum core, playing the bass organ, also participating in numerous school concerts. He was also a member of the New Testament Church of God Choir, where he earned the name Ark Angel.

During his teenage years he became the selector for Black Star Line sound-system, then known as Junior Melody he took part in several singing competitions and talent searches in and around St. Thomas. Gaining a strong local fan base Junior Melody began to sing dub plates for local sound-systems such as Lees Unlimited, Mello Construction, King Majesty and others. The rave reviews from the sound selectors and the people of his community encouraged Junior Melody to take his talent to the next level, the studios of Kingston Jamaica. The place to be if he wanted to make a name for himself in the reggae business.

These where hard times for Junior Melody, travelling to Kingston is a seventy mile return journey. Being poor he would have to hitchhike most of the time, sharing one bulla and a bag juice with anyone of his friends that dared to make the journey with him. (Bushman later recorded a song relating to this period of his life, Titled ‘Life ain’t no bed of Rose).
The hard times did not deter him from seeking his dream. After many month of travelling to Kingston and waiting around at the studios. It was during an impromptu game of football at Arrows Dub plate studio where Junior Melody met Steely and Clevie. Steely commented that Junior Melody was not to good at football, Junior Melody’s response was ‘I can sing though’ in hearing that Steely prompted him to sing something. Right there in the yard Junior Melody sang, Steely immediately invited him to audition at Studio 2000.

Their first song together was “Grow Your Natty”, an outstanding debut, Swiftly followed by the hit “Call The Hearse”. With talks of an album Steely wished to change the name Junior Melody to Bushman. Initially the singer/song writer was not happy with this name at all, he thought it some how derogatory to him coming from the country, until he researched the name only to discover that ‘Bushman’ was an Afrikan name for ‘Medicine Man’. Bushman became the musical ‘Medicine Man’. Bushman has been full filling the meaning of this name to date.

‘Call The Hearse’ became a big hit in Jamaica and England, after which followed some live dates. Bushman received a rapturous welcome on a short US tour followed by more live shows in Jamaica. Bushman was to see the release of his first album ‘Nyah Man Chant’ (Greensleeves) during the year 1997. ‘Nyah Man Chant’ earned a five star rating all over the world, with comments such as – “A set of tunes that are both inspired and inspiring.”…”I stopped listening to individual tracks about halfway through the CD as I realized that ‘Nayah Man Chant’ is good till the very last drop.” Burnin’Up; The Journal 5/7/97.adding five stars. ’Nyah Man Chant as now earned its self-a place in the realms of Greensleeves Reggae Classics.

Bushman’s newly enriched creativity made him a much sort after artist both home and abroad. However it was the famous King Jammy (Lloyd James) who produced the next two albums following by Bushman. The first being ‘Total Commitment’ (Greensleeves) With a combination of Bushman’s year out, and the mutual respect between artist and producer the results brought forth a more mature and focused second album. ‘Total Commitment’ took the reggae music business like a stormy inferno. With tracks like ‘Fire Bun a Weak Heart’ a big hit! ‘Babylon Dead’, ‘Live Your Life Right’, and many others. Just seven weeks after its released ‘Total Commitment’ was #7 in the US album charts, also gaining #1 in Finland.

2001 saw the release of Bushman’s third album ‘Higher Ground’ (Greensleeves). A charming piece of work from Jamaica’s finest, producer, singer/songwriter and instrumentals. With tracks like ‘Yadd Away Home’, giving you Bushman in his finest smooth bar tone, alongside the well renowned saxophone player Dean Frazser. ‘Your Love’ a song inspired from his personal life and a big favorite with his fans across the globe. This album consists of hit after hit bringing you songs titled ‘Fire Pan A Deadas’, ‘Love of The Heart’ and ‘Make A Change’. Songs with lyrics to provoke critical thinking about politics, diet, life style and the current state of the world today. Bushman pleases his fans again.

‘A Better Place’, a fourth contribution from Bushman. For this album Bushman teamed up with English based Stingray. It took Bushman 2 weeks to write every song on this15 track album, which was released at SOB’s New York, in October 2001. This album host a liveication to Bushman’s mother track 14,‘Mama’,’Fill My Cup’ is a testament to the life and achievements of Bushman. Again the outstanding lyrics of each track will carry you to higher and higher levels of enlightenment, leaving you feeling strong and ready to bring positive vision to reality.

Aside from these four great albums Bushman has a selection of singles such as ‘ Life Ain't No Bed of Rose’, ‘Jerusalem School Room’, ‘Extortion’s’, ‘Sunshine’, ‘Where are Your Clothes’, ‘Afrikan Women’, and many others including a combination medley with Morgan Heritage, ‘Truly Great’, another great hit around the world.

Bushman as recently enjoyed his first major tour of the US, with the Kings of Kings Family. Bushman was the headliner for the tour with the awesome job of closing every show. Bushman was delight with the response he received in the US hosting sellout shows in cities such as San Francisco, Durango, Seattle, New York and Canada. Every venue where Bushman preformed promoters have renew their contracts for further shows.

This tour was followed with a dynamic sellout second tour of Europe. Where Bushman preformed for the first time in countries such as Germany and France, all shows where a total sellout, making Europe Bushman’s largest fan base to date. He will be returning to Europe in June/July 2002 for the big festivals. Bushman has also performed in most if not all the Caribbean Islands, he also gave an outstanding performance at the Nevada World Music Festival, June 2001, and he stormed the crowd for the first time at Bob Marley day 2002.

Despite the ever-increasing recognition of his talent Bushman remains a humble down to earth figure, who still lives in St.Thomas with his wife and children. Joying in the frequent trips to the lush bath fountain where they bathe in the hot mineral water. Living a life style of strictly ital foods and juices. Yes Bushman leads a humble but enlightening life in his birthplace parish of St. Thomas.

Bushman with his natural talent for singing, is an outstanding artist carved from the same iritical musical tradition as Bob Marley, Dennis Brown and Luciano (with whom he has a very close relationship), who he quotes as being his most dominant influences.

With his dynamic lyrics, Superb showmanship and classic performances, the Rastafarian known as Bushman is an artist with which to hold a joy with, and a force to be reckoned with.

During the month of March Bushman filmed his first video for a single Titled ‘Light House’ for the Hart to Hart production. The video was filmed in Bushman’s home parish St. Thomas; the location was the Landmark lighthouse, situated at Morant Point.
At present Bushman is producing a live album, with the executive support of Kings of Kings Iley Dread AKA Collin Levy. An album not to miss!

Higher
Bushman Lyrics

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Intro

Wow lawd

Woow way

Jah have mercy on me (mercy on me father)

Have mercy on me, wo wo woow way

Oh Lawd

Verse 1

Be my cast oh Jah and have mercy

Fight against those who fight me

Let the enemy be my foot stool

In I steps I beg you guide meh

Suffer not my foot to be ruled

Cause di heathen want to smite me

Lot of evilous things that they do

Seems as if they wanna spite me

Chorus

Jah lift me higher

While the heathen burning inna fire

Tell di evil doers dem retire

Yuh nuh see man a survivor

Jah lift me higher

While the heathen burning inna fire

Tell di evil doers dem retire

Yuh nuh see man a survivor

Verse 2

Heathen emerging from all sides and all angles

Vampire burning dem bad candle

To the youths life is so much a puzzle

Free them from the chains and bangles

Rastafari build the world inna circle

Babylon a turn it in triangle

Free up

Have mercy on my soul

Chorus

Jah lift me higher

While the heathen burning inna fire

Tell di evil doers dem retire

Yuh nuh see man a survivor

Jah lift me higher

While the wicked burning inna fire

Tell di evil doers dem retire

Yuh nuh see man a survivor

Wo woooo

Verse 1

Be my cast oh Jah and have mercy

Fight against those who fight me

Let the enemy be my foot stool

In your steps I beg you guide meh

Suffer not my foot to be ruled

No oh waaay

Chorus

Jah lift me higher

While the heathen burning inna fire

Tell di evil doers dem retire

Yuh nuh see man a survivor

Jah lift me higher

While the heathen burning inna fire

Tell di evil doers dem retire

Yuh nuh see man a survivor

Outro

Oh wow, jah have mercy on my soul

Higher (higher)

Jah is I an I Shepard

I shall want, everythng

Life and its enhancement of life

Yes Iya

Plea my cause oh Jah Jah

Have mercy on my soul

Wo woooo

Chorus

Jah lift me higher

While the heathen burning inna fire

Tell di evil doers dem retire

Yuh nuh see man a survivor

Rasta lift me higher

While the heathen burning inna fire

Tell di wicked man dem seh retire

Yuh nuh see man a survivor

Yuh nuh see man a survivor

While the evil burning inna fire

Tell di wicked man dem seh retire

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Bushman’s song “Higher” express a plea for divine protection and guidance amidst trials and persecution. The song opens with an appeal for mercy to God, with the vocalist acknowledging his need for divine intervention. The opening lines suggest a deep sense of humility and reliance on a higher power. The first verse highlights the singer’s desire for protection against his enemies, asking that they be made “footstools” and not rule over him. The verse further portrays the enemies as evil and intent on harming the singer, questioning why they seem to want to “spite” him.

The chorus reinforces the theme of the singer’s resilience in times of trial. He asks God to “lift him higher” while his enemies burn in the fire, telling them to “retire”. This suggests a desire for triumph over his enemies, while acknowledging that his survival is a testament to divine favor. The second verse portrays the enemies as “heathens” and “vampires” who seek to puzzle the youth and bind them in chains. The singer considers Rastafarianism as the key to unlocking the world’s full potential while condemning Babylon’s actions as contrary to this vision.

Overall, the lyrics of Bushman’s song “Higher” provide a window into the mindset of Jamaica’s Rasta community. The song highlights the centrality of faith and reliance on God amidst trials, framing persecution as an opportunity for personal growth and triumph. The lyrics also showcase the Rasta philosophy of respect for individual liberty and social justice, condemning oppressive systems and celebrating the freedom of the youth.

Line by Line Meaning

Wow lawd
Expressing awe and reverence for the divine power of God

Woow way
Further expressing a sense of amazement and wonder

Jah have mercy on me (mercy on me father)
Asking for God's grace and forgiveness in one's life

Have mercy on me, wo wo woow way
Continuing to plead for divine guidance and protection

Oh Lawd
Further expressing a sense of awe and respect towards God

Be my cast oh Jah and have mercy
Asking for God's protection and compassion

Fight against those who fight me
Asking for God's help in overcoming personal enemies

Let the enemy be my foot stool
Asking for victory over one's adversaries

In I steps I beg you guide meh
Asking for God's guidance in one's life journey

Suffer not my foot to be ruled
Asking for protection from the influence of negative forces

Cause di heathen want to smite me
Referring to those who are against the singer and wish them harm

Lot of evilous things that they do
Describing the actions of those who seek to harm the artist

Seems as if they wanna spite me
Expressing the feeling that the singer's enemies desire to hurt them out of spite

Jah lift me higher
Asking for a divine elevation and protection from harm

While the heathen burning inna fire
Referring to the punishment of those who wish harm upon the singer

Tell di evil doers dem retire
Asking for divine justice and for the artist's enemies to stop their harmful actions

Yuh nuh see man a survivor
Affirming the artist's resilience and ability to overcome their enemies

Heathen emerging from all sides and all angles
Describing the overwhelming presence of those who seek to harm the singer

Vampire burning dem bad candle
Referring to the evil and destructive actions of the singer's enemies

To the youths life is so much a puzzle
Describing the difficulties that young people face in understanding the world

Free them from the chains and bangles
Asking for liberation and freedom from oppression and confusion

Rastafari build the world inna circle
Referring to the power of the Rastafari movement to create harmony and unity in the world

Babylon a turn it in triangle
Describing the corrupt and oppressive forces of Babylon which work against Rastafari ideals

Have mercy on my soul
Continuing to ask for divine mercy and protection

Yuh nuh see man a survivor
Reiterating the singer's strength and perseverance in the face of adversity

Jah is I an I Shepard
Affirming the singer's faith and trust in God as their guide and protector

I shall want, everythng
Expressing the singer's contentment and gratitude for what they already have

Life and its enhancement of life
Reflecting on the value and importance of life and the desire to improve it

Plea my cause oh Jah Jah
Asking for divine intervention in one's personal struggles and challenges

Rasta lift me higher
Reaffirming the singer's faith and belief in Rastafari principles

While the wicked burning inna fire
Describing the punishment and consequences of evil actions

Tell di evil doers dem seh retire
Asking for the end of harmful actions and intentions from the artist's enemies

Yuh nuh see man a survivor
Repeating the artist's strength and resilience in the face of adversity

Lyrics © Royalty Network, BROADWAY MUSIC CORPORATION, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., MUSHROOM MUSIC PTY LTD, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DWIGHT DUNCAN, JOEL GIBSON, TROY MCLEAN, ERROL THOMPSON, ELLA JANE THOMPSON, DAVID DI PAOLO

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Comments from YouTube:

@elongreen8566

4y↑4

Can't get over this hypnotic sound.

@DONANDERS1025

12y↑9

One of the most PROFOUNDEST EXHORTATIONS to JAH EVER!!!!! WHENEVER A RASTA NEED STRENGTH, MEDITATE WITH THIS, AND UR RENEWED!!!!! ONE LOVE STAR FOR THE POST.