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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Doctor
Count Lasher Lyrics
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Don't use this knife on me
This last operation
I know it caused a sensation
But the doctor insist
And the more I start to resist
He told me once I will know
Look I'm begging him
Doctor, (doctor)
Doctor, (doctor)
Don't use this knife on me
This last operation, quite sore
I know it caused a sensation
But after all I made up my mind
Nurses and doctors getting so kind
I look around in the theatre hall
The sensation make me still bawl
Look I'm bawling
Doctor, (doctor)
Doctor, (doctor)
Don't use this knife on me
This last operation
I know it caused a sensation
The case was really emergency
The doctors say this is privacy
This was the word that get on my nerve
They had her immediate to get me shaven
Look I'm shaving
Doctor, (doctor)
Doctor, (doctor)
Don't use this knife on me
This last operation
I know it caused a sensation
When they all dressed in their pretty whites
It can be day and it can be night
Doctor will shortly care of your life
And is said to use the knife
Doctor, (doctor)
Doctor, begging him!
Don't use this knife on me
This last operation
I know it caused a sensation
The song "Doctor" by Count Lasher is a ballad that tells the story of a patient who is in distress over an upcoming surgery. The patient begs the doctor not to use the knife on them during the last operation, which is known to cause a lot of sensation in the theatre hall. The patient expresses their resistance towards the surgery and how they know it will be painful. However, the lyrics suggest that the surgery is an emergency and that the doctors need to use the knife to save the patient's life.
The song provides insight into the patient's emotions and fears before and during a surgery. The lyrics convey a sense of helplessness and vulnerability, as the patient is completely reliant on the doctor's expertise and skill. The repetition of the phrase "Doctor, doctor" reinforces the patient's desperation and reliance on the doctor to provide comfort and healing. The use of the word "sensation" throughout the song may refer to the physical and emotional pain that comes with surgery.
In summary, "Doctor" is a song that speaks to the fears and anxiety that can arise when facing a medical procedure that could cause physical harm. It highlights the importance of trust in medical professionals and the need for empathy and kindness in patient care.
Line by Line Meaning
Doctor, doctor
Addressing the doctor with urgency and anxiety
Don't use this knife on me
Pleading with the doctor to not perform the surgery with the knife
This last operation, quite sore
Acknowledging the painful nature of the upcoming surgery
I know it caused a sensation
Admitting that the last surgery was talked about and well-known
But after all I made up my mind
Communicating a sense of determination to go ahead with the surgery
Nurses and doctors getting so kind
Noticing the caring and compassionate nature of the medical staff
The sensation make me still bawl
Expressing intense pain or discomfort during the surgery
The case was really emergency
Explaining the urgent nature of the surgery
The doctors say this is privacy
Referring to the doctor-patient confidentiality and trust
They had her immediate to get me shaven
Preparing for surgery by shaving necessary body parts
When they all dressed in their pretty whites
Describing the medical staff's attire and appearance
Doctor will shortly care of your life
Highlighting the crucial role of doctors in saving lives
And is said to use the knife
Reminding the patient of the surgical procedure involving the knife
Doctor, begging him!
Repeated plea to the doctor to be gentle and careful during surgery
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Written by: PARKINS TERENCE ALEXANDER
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