From his website:
If you know reggae music, you know Clinton 'Basie' Fearon. Clinton Fearon is counted among Jamaica's most talented musicians by peers and professionals in the Reggae music industry. His infectious bass riffs, guitar licks, percussion accents and powerful vocals make Bassie a living legend amongst reggae musicians and fans.
As a youth, Bassie went to Kingston to eventually become the well-known bassist, vocalist and lyricist for The Gladiators as well as a house musician for Coxsonne Dodd’s Studio One and Lee “Scratch” Perry’s Black Ark Studio. Fearon recorded many of Perry's best known songs, including Roast Fish and Cornbread which features one of Fearon's most famous bass lines. He also composed some everlasting basslines for Yabby You, Jimmy Riley, Max Romeo, Junior Byles and many many others.
No Justice
Clinton Fearon Lyrics
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On their return Sammy got shot and was pronounced dead
They were simply going home to their stead when
Officer crown shot Sammy down in cold blood he sad
That′s what you get for not doing what I say
That's what you get oh I want to konw
For a law man is that a reason to shoot a civilian
There′s no justice at all oh I say
No justice at all I want to konw
Why officer crown didn't get indicted
And charged for this action
Why tell I why oh why oh why hey
Sammy and his friends went out to play in the park then
On their return Sammy got shot and was pronouced dead
They were simply going home to their stead when
Officer crown shot Sammy down in cold blood
Too much power in the hands of the ignorant
Too much power in the belligerent
Too much power in the hands of the incompetent
Too much power in their hands of entitlement
People are saying
There's no justice at all yes we are saying
No justice at all still we want to konw
Why officer crown didn′t get indicted
And charged for his action
Why tell I why oh why oh why oh why hey
There′s no justice at all
The lyrics to Clinton Fearon's song "No Justice" tell the story of Sammy, a young man who was shot and killed by a police officer while innocently walking home with his friends from the park. The line "That's what you get for not doing what I say" suggests the officer used excessive force and acted out of anger rather than following proper protocol. Fearon questions the actions of law enforcement and wonders if there is any justification for shooting an unarmed civilian. He raises the important issue of police brutality and the need for accountability and justice.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "No justice at all," emphasizing the frustration and anger felt by the community of people who have been failed by a system that is supposed to protect them. Fearon highlights the dangerous consequences of giving too much power to those who are not properly trained or qualified, and who may act out of prejudice or entitlement. He uses the story of Sammy as an example of the injustices that occur when those in power are not held accountable for their actions.
Overall, "No Justice" is a powerful commentary on the urgent need for systemic change in law enforcement and justice systems. The tragic story of Sammy and the countless other victims of police brutality demand answers and action.
Line by Line Meaning
Sammy and his friends went out to play in the park then
Sammy went out to play with his friends in the park.
On their return Sammy got shot and was pronounced dead
Sammy was fatally shot and declared dead after returning home.
They were simply going home to their stead when
They were just heading back to their house when
Officer crown shot Sammy down in cold blood he sad
Officer Crown shot Sammy without any justification or reason, saying that is what Sammy deserved for not complying with him.
That’s what you get for not doing what I say
Officer Crown believed that Sammy deserved to be shot simply for not obeying his commands.
That's what you get oh I want to konw
The singer is questioning why Sammy had to die for not following orders and wants an answer.
For a law man is that a reason to shoot a civilian
The singer is questioning if it is acceptable for a law enforcement officer to shoot someone without a legitimate reason.
Why tell I why oh why oh why it seems
The singer is wondering why this senseless act happened and is seeking an explanation.
There’s no justice at all oh I say
The singer is proclaiming that there is no justice in this situation.
No justice at all I want to konw
The singer is emphasizing his desire to know why Sammy was shot and no justice was served.
Why officer crown didn't get indicted
The singer questions why Officer Crown was not brought to justice for his actions.
And charged for this action
The singer wants Officer Crown to be held accountable for his actions.
Too much power in the hands of the ignorant
The singer is suggesting that law enforcement officers with little knowledge or poor judgment should not have too much power.
Too much power in the belligerent
The singer is cautioning against law enforcement officers with aggressive or hostile attitudes having too much power.
Too much power in the hands of the incompetent
The singer is opposing law enforcement officers with little to no ability or skill having too much power.
Too much power in their hands of entitlement
The singer is questioning whether law enforcement officers with a sense of entitlement should really have so much power.
People are saying
The singer acknowledges that many people are discussing this issue.
No justice at all yes we are saying
The singer is agreeing with the people who are saying that there is no justice in this case.
Still we want to konw
The singer reiterates the desire to know why justice was not served.
Why officer crown didn’t get indicted
The singer is still questioning why Officer Crown was not legally held accountable for his actions.
And charged for his action
The singer wants Officer Crown to face the consequences of his actions.
Why tell I why oh why oh why oh why hey
The singer is still asking for an explanation and is frustrated that justice was not served.
There’s no justice at all
The singer concludes by reiterating that there is no justice in this situation.
Writer(s): Clinton Fearon
Contributed by Jayden I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@TwixymilliaBlogspotFr
yes dada thks for this yah one . true roots fi dem soul
@mournfulskank
Thanks so much Clinton wise man, cheers from France where police brutality is leveling up since two years... Your songs always bring hope in our lonely hearts :)
@marianobermejo5644
So good thanks clinton for your music
@tainamataiki324
Toujours aussi bon !!
@sainapoymegna2122
❤from new caledonia 🇳🇨✊
@ayan.l3188
Oui ma kanaky🥳😘
@adrianromain9197
awesome song and message, many blessings and namaste
@chacal0x
good vibration! Nice!
@sainapoymegna2122
❤ from New-Caledonia
@ayan.l3188
Wiiiii dja🥳💖😇