Chezidek started singing from an early age at school concerts, and was a member of St. Ann’s Bay Marching Band. After finishing school he performed on sound systems in the area, as Chilla Rinch, singing and DJing at various dance and talent shows.
He left St. Ann’s Bay for Kingston where he linked up with record producer Phillip „Fattis“ Burrell from Xterminator Production. He recorded his first album in 2002, entitled Harvest Time (distributed by VP Records), with popular tracks such as „Can’t Hear Must Feel“, „Breakfree“ and the title track „Harvest Time“.
His first number one hit single „Leave De Trees“ on the Our Promotion label, produced by Hugh Miller (aka Bunny Dan) went on BBC Top 10 dancehall chart. Since then he has performed on major events such as Magnum Sting, Teen Splash, Dancehall Jam Jam, Bob Marley Tribute, and Tribute to Peter Tosh, Rebel Salute and Western Consciousness. He was awarded best new artiste by the Jamaica Federation of Music and Affiliated Artiste (JFM) for Middlesex (County).
Chezidek’s album Inna Di Road was produced by Bobby „Massive B“ Konders and distributed by Greensleeves Records in September 2007. „Call Pon Dem“ from his album Inna Di Road is featured on the Massive B Sound system (station) in Grand Theft Auto 4, and it also appears on the Official GTA IV Soundtrack.
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Chezidek started singing from an early age at school concerts, and was a member of St. Ann's Bay Marching Band. After finishing school he performed on sound systems in the area, as Chilla Rinch singing and DJing at various dance and talent shows. Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Jimmy Cliff, Culture and others inspired him.
The soulful chanter always had a special love for positive cultural music and his African Roots, which lead him to Rastafari; his love for righteousness earned him the moniker Mel-Chezidek which he later drops the Mel and used only Chezidek.
He left St. Ann's Bay for Kingston where he linked up with producer Phillip "Fattis" Burrell from Xterminator Production, where he recorded his first album in the year 2002 entitled "Harvest Time" distributed by VP Records, with popular tracks such as "Can't hear must feel", "Breakfree" and title track "Harvest Time", which got a lot of airplay in Jamaica and Europe.
His first number one hit single "Leave De Trees" on the "Our Promotion" label, produced by his brethren Hugh Miller aka Bunny Dan; went on BBC top (10) Dancehall charts sending an environmental message. Since then he has performed on major events Magnum Sting, Teen Splash, Dancehall Jam Jam, Bob Marley Tribute, and Tribute to Peter Tosh, Rebel Salute and upcoming show Western Consciousness. He was awarded best new artiste by the Jamaica Federation of Music and Affiliated Artiste (JFM) for Middlesex.
The song "Call Pon Dem" is featured on Massive B radio in Grand Theft Auto IV game by Rockstar Studios.
Faya Pon Dem
Chezidek Lyrics
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CALL PON DEM, POOR PEOPLE A CALL PON DEM
SAY THE POVERTY THING HAVE TO END
CALL ON DEM , HERBALIST A CALL PON DEM TO LEGALIZE THE HERB FROM WHEN
LIGHTNING AN THUNDER A FALL PON DEM
CALL PON DEM JAH CHILDREN A CALL PON DEM
PROPER EDUCATION A DEM DEFEND
TELL DEM , WHEN DEM INNA DEM. BIG CONFERENCE
TELL DEM THEM LAWS DONT MAKE NO SENSE
THE ONE JAH YOUTH BLACK NO REVERANCE
HOW YOU COME SAY NO DEFENCE
SECRET AGENT WITH GUN INFLUENCE
SECRET AGENT WITH DRUG INFLUENCE
YOU DONT WAN SEE THE YOUTH HOLD DEM HEAVENS
YOU DONT WAN DEM HOLD DEM REMS
CALL ON DEM , HERBALIST A CALL PON DEM TO LEGALIZE THE HERB FROM WHEN
CALL ON DEM RASTA A CALL PON DEM
CALL PON DEM, POOR PEOPLE A CALL PON DEM
SAY THE POVERTY THING HAVE TO END
LIGHTNING AN THUNDER A FALL PON DEM
CALL PON DEM JAH CHILDREN A CALL PON DEM
PROPER EDUCATION A DEM DEFEND
YOU KNO LISTEN TO THE CALLING
THEN YOU KNO U INNA DANGER
SAY THE VOICE OF THE PEOPLE
IS THE VOICE OF JAH
TURN YOIUR BACK ON THE SUFFERER
A CHILDREN A FIGHT FOR FOOD ,
IN THE GUTTER AN THE GHETTO YA YOU KNO TREAT DEM GOOD
CALL PON DEM, POOR PEOPLE A CALL PON DEM
SAY THE POVERTY THING HAVE TO END
CALL ON DEM , HERBALIST A CALL PON DEM TO LEGALIZE THE HERB FROM WHEN
CALL ON DEM RASTA A CALL PON DEM
LIGHTNING AN THUNDER A FALL PON DEM
CALL PON DEM JAH CHILDREN A CALL PON DEM
PROPER EDUCATION A DEM DEFEND
YOU SAY YOU ARE THE LEADER
HOLE HEAP AMOUTH WANNA FEED YA
YOU GWAN LIKE CEASAR
YOU BETTER CHK YOU PROCEDURE
YOUR RUM BAR AN YOU DRINK MARRY
GUN DAR AN A GUN DEM CARRY
SOLDIER MAN AN SOLDIER LARRY
UNDERTAKER A BURRY
CALL PON DEM, POOR PEOPLE A CALL PON DEM
SAY THE POVERTY THING HAVE TO END
CALL ON DEM , HERBALIST A CALL PON DEM TO LEGALIZE THE HERB FROM WHEN
CALL ON DEM RASTA A CALL PON DEM
LIGHTNING AN THUNDER A FALL PON DEM
CALL PON DEM JAH CHILDREN A CALL PON DEM
PROPER EDUCATION A DEM DEFEND
TELL DEM , WHEN DEM INNA DEM. BIG CONFERENCE
TELL DEM THEM LAWS DONT MAKE NO SENSE
THE ONE JAH YOUTH BLACK NO REVERANCE
HOW YOU COME SAY NO DEFENCE
SECRET AGENT WITH GUN INFLUENCE
SECRET AGENT WITH DRUG INFLUENCE
YOU DONT WAN SEE THE YOUTH HOLD DEM HEAVENS
YOU DONT WAN DEM HOLD DEM REMS
CALL PON DEM, POOR PEOPLE A CALL PON DEM
SAY THE POVERTY THING HAVE TO END
CALL ON DEM , HERBALIST A CALL PON DEM TO LEGALIZE THE HERB FROM WHEN
CALL ON DEM RASTA A CALL PON DEM
LIGHTNING AN THUNDER A FALL PON DEM
CALL PON DEM JAH CHILDREN A CALL PON DEM
PROPER EDUCATION A DEM DEFEND
"Call Pon Dem" by Chezidek is a song that calls attention to the neglect and suffering of poor people, Rastafarians, and herbalists in society. The song emphasizes the need for an end to poverty, the legalization of marijuana, and the provision of proper education. The chorus line, "Call pon dem", emphasizes the need to hold those in power accountable for their actions and to demand change.
The song speaks to the marginalized and voices their grievances to those in power. Chezidek and other Rastafarians are calling on the government to legalize marijuana and stop the persecution of Rastafarians and herbalists who use it for religious and medicinal purposes. They also call for an end to poverty, which affects poor people disproportionately.
The song warns those in power that the voice of the people is the voice of God and that they should not ignore the cries of the suffering. It encourages people to speak up and demand change, to not turn their backs on the vulnerable in society.
Line by Line Meaning
CALL PON DEM, POOR PEOPLE A CALL PON DEM
The poor seek help from the authorities to put an end to their poverty.
SAY THE POVERTY THING HAVE TO END
The issue of poverty needs to be addressed and solved.
CALL ON DEM , HERBALIST A CALL PON DEM TO LEGALIZE THE HERB FROM WHEN
Herbalists are urging the authorities to legalize the use of medicinal herbs.
CALL ON DEM RASTA A CALL PON DEM
Rastafarians are also calling on the authorities to make a change for the betterment of society.
LIGHTNING AN THUNDER A FALL PON DEM
Natural disasters or negative consequences will fall on those in power who ignore the call for change.
CALL PON DEM JAH CHILDREN A CALL PON DEM
Even children of faith are asking for help from the authorities to make things better.
PROPER EDUCATION A DEM DEFEND
Education is the key to developing a society and the authorities should prioritize this.
TELL DEM , WHEN DEM INNA DEM. BIG CONFERENCE
The authorities should be reminded during their conferences that their laws and regulations need to make sense and help society.
TELL DEM THEM LAWS DONT MAKE NO SENSE
The current laws are not effective and do not benefit society as a whole.
THE ONE JAH YOUTH BLACK NO REVERANCE
The youth of the black community are not respected or valued by those in power.
HOW YOU COME SAY NO DEFENCE
It is not right for those in power to ignore the cries for help from those in need.
SECRET AGENT WITH GUN INFLUENCE
Those in power have been influenced by violence and weaponry, which is unacceptable.
SECRET AGENT WITH DRUG INFLUENCE
Those in power have been influenced by drugs, which is unacceptable.
YOU DONT WAN SEE THE YOUTH HOLD DEM HEAVENS
Those in power do not want to see the youth succeed and thrive in their lives.
YOU DONT WAN DEM HOLD DEM REMS
Those in power do not want to see the youth achieve their goals and dreams.
YOU SAY YOU ARE THE LEADER
The authorities have claimed to be leaders of society.
HOLE HEAP AMOUTH WANNA FEED YA
There are many mouths to feed in society and the authorities need to prioritize the needs of the people.
YOU GWAN LIKE CEASAR
The authorities act like they are above everyone else and are untouchable.
YOU BETTER CHK YOU PROCEDURE
The authorities need to re-evaluate their actions and make positive changes for society.
YOUR RUM BAR AN YOU DRINK MARRY
The authorities are indulging in alcohol and partying instead of helping the people.
GUN DAR AN A GUN DEM CARRY
The authorities are carrying guns and using violence instead of making positive change.
SOLDIER MAN AN SOLDIER LARRY
Those in power, including soldiers, are not doing what is necessary to help society's disadvantaged.
UNDERTAKER A BURRY
Undertakers are burying those who have suffered due to the lack of action from those in power.
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, BMG Rights Management
Written by: BOBBY KONDERS, DESBERT JOHNSON, NICHOLAS LISTRANI
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danix brasilraiatea
CHEZIDEK KEEP THE FAYA PON BABYLON! keep chanting righteous songs, giving the people positive energy and meditation, give thanx
Dean nuku
sweet sweet reggae music be good to see this bredda in new zealand one day