He was Jamaica's biggest golden age mento star, full of talent and charisma. His popularity was only rivaled by the cross-over fame of Lord Flea. Lasher was also one of mento's most prolific artists, recording at least 50 tracks right through the first part of the 1970s, by which time he had moved from various mento sounds to a brief dalliance with ska and then into reggae.
For all the many singles he recorded, Lasher has never released a CD or LP. And although a handful of his tracks are available today, considering his stature, Count Lasher may be the single most neglected artist in the history of Jamaican recorded music. Count Lasher died in 1977 at the age of 51.
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Bam Bam
Count Lasher Lyrics
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Aah
I want you to know that, I am the man who
Fight for the right, not the wrong
Singin' this and singin' that
Going there, I'm growing there
Soon you will find out the man I'm supposed to be
This man, don't trouble no man
But if you trouble this man it will bring a bam bam
What a bam bam
What a bam bam, bam bam
It'll bring a bam bam
Bam Bam, what a bam bam
Aah
This man, don't trouble no man
But if you trouble this man it will bring a bam bam
What a bam bam
What a bam bam, bam bam
It'll bring a bam bam
It'll bring a bam bam
Bam Bam, what a bam bam
Can you hear that?
Aah
I want you to know that I am the man who
Fight for the right, not the wrong
Singin' this and singin' that
Going there, I'm growing there
Soon you will find out the man I'm supposed to be
Aah
Now can you hear that?
Help this man, don't trouble no man
But if you trouble this man it will bring a bam bam
What a bam bam
What a bam bam, bam bam
It'll bring a bam bam
Bam Bam, what a bam bam
It will bring a bam bam
It will bring a bam bam
It will bring a bam bam
What a bam bam, what a bam bam
Can you heard that?
Aah
The lyrics to Count Lasher and Williams's song Bam Bam convey a strong message about standing up for oneself and fighting for what is right. The singer states that he is a man who strives for justice and is not afraid to stand up against those who are in the wrong. The repetition of the phrase "singin' this and singin' that" emphasizes the power of music to spread messages and inspire action.
The main theme of the song is highlighted in the chorus, where the singer warns that if someone disturbs him, it will bring a "bam bam." This phrase is repeated throughout the song and is likely referring to a physical confrontation or altercation. However, the singer makes it clear that he does not seek trouble and only wishes to peacefully live his life. This can be seen in the line "Help this man, don't trouble no man" which emphasizes his desire for peaceful coexistence.
Overall, the lyrics of Bam Bam promote the idea of standing up for oneself and fighting for justice. While the threat of violence is present, the singer emphasizes the importance of peaceful coexistence and spreading messages through music.
Line by Line Meaning
Bam Bam
Exclamation to grab attention
Aah
Exclamation to indicate excitement or emphasis
I want you to know that, I am the man who
Introducing oneself as a man who is confident about his abilities
Fight for the right, not the wrong
Proudly stating his ethos and principles to fight for justice
Singin' this and singin' that
Expressing his passion for singing and music
Going there, I'm growing there
Asserting his intention to keep moving forward with growth and progress
Soon you will find out the man I'm supposed to be
Promising to keep becoming the best version of himself
This man, don't trouble no man
Assuming a non-violent stance and indicating peaceful intent
But if you trouble this man it will bring a bam bam
Warning anyone who tries to cause trouble that they will face retaliation
What a bam bam
Exclamation to describe the escalation of conflict
It'll bring a bam bam
Reinforcing the warning of retaliation
Bam Bam, what a bam bam
Repeating the exclamation to emphasize its severity
Can you hear that?
Asking if the message is clear
Help this man, don't trouble no man
Putting out a plea for help and reiterating his commitment to peace
It will bring a bam bam
Repeating the warning of retaliation
What a bam bam, what a bam bam
Repeating the exclamation to emphasize its severity
Can you heard that?
Asking again if the message is clear
Aah
Exclamation to indicate excitement or emphasis
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: FREDERICK HIBBERT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@SocaPhD
This is an early reggae track that was recorded in 1966 and shows us the close connection between reggae and calypso that many folks seem unaware of.
Backing on this track involves the great Lynn Taitt from San Fernando Trinidad who traveled to Jamaica in 1962 to perform at the Independence celebrations and decided to stay in Jamaica because of the large number of gigs he was was getting as a musician and band leader.
After settling in Jamaica Taitt soon became one of the popular band leaders in Jamaica as well as one of the most in demand studio recording session musicians. By 1966 he had become one of the main pioneers of the new Rock Steady sound which preceded Reggae during the transition period from Ska to Reggae between 1966 and August 1968 after which Taitt migrated from Jamaica to perform and live in Canada.
@56postoffice
what a tune! What a team up(Lyn Tait, Baba Brooks, Williams) What a star!!
@carlosjah123
Babba Brooks with Count Lasher and Lynn Tait,, Legends.
@axelnatural
A BIG TUNE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@sharonlasher9833
Hey Cuz! Sounds great
@kelvyquayo
MEK WE DO DEE BAM BAM!