1. A roots regg… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two artists that have used this name:
1. A roots reggae band from Jamaica
2. A straight edge metalcore band from Florida, US
1. Culture was a Jamaican roots reggae group founded in 1976. Originally they were known as the African Disciples.
The members of the trio were Joseph Hill (lead vocals), Albert Walker (backing vocals) and Kenneth Dayes (backing vocals).
Shortly after Culture came together, they began working with the "Mighty Two" – producer Joe Gibbs and engineer Errol Thompson. While at Gibbs’ studio, they recorded a series of powerful singles, many of which ended up on their debut album ‘Two Sevens Clash’. After their success with Gibbs, the group went on to make a string of albums for producer Sonia Pottinger. Culture began working with some of the premier musicians of the day including Robbie Shakespeare, Sly Dunbar, Ansel Collins, Cedric Brooks and the ever-present percussionist Sticky. Virgin Records picked up the albums, and that added distribution enabled Culture to gain an even larger following outside of Jamaica.
Critically considered one of the most authentic traditional reggae acts, at the time of the first Rolling Stone Record Guide publication, they were the only band of any genre whose every recording received a five-star review (of bands with more than one recording in the guide).
In 1982 the three singers went their own ways. Hill carried on using the Culture name, and recorded the Lion Rock album, which was released in the United States by Heartbeat Records. For their part, Walker and Dayes recorded a handful of songs on their own – a few of which turned up on an album titled Roots & Culture. In 1986 the original line-up reformed to record two highly regarded albums – Culture in Culture and Culture at Work. These releases marked the beginning of a very busy period for the group, including annual albums and countless tours. The U.S. label Shanachie released a steady stream of new and old Culture albums up to Wings Of A Dove in 1992.
Joseph Hill, who came to symbolize the face of Culture, died in Germany on 19 August 2006 while the group was on tour. His son, Kenyatta Hill, now is the lead singer.
2) Classic mid/late 90s hardcore from Florida, celebrated for, among a handful of others, helping to cultivate the burgeoning metallic hardcore sound that became synonymous with the era.
CULTURE was known for aggressive social/political/ecological commentary, cautionary tales of reckless consumerism and industrial sprawl, and advocacy of the straightedge lifestyle.
Former members went on to Morning Again, Terror, As Friends Rust, Shai Hulud, Throwdown, Blood Has Been Shed and (most recently) ON BODIES.
In 2012, CULTURE played its first show since disbanding in 1998 (The Reel & Restless Fest in Miami, Florida). This fall, in August of 2013, the band will revisit Europe for Belgium's famed Ieper Hardcore Festival, and will then play three dates in Japan, including Tokyo's Bloodaxe Fest.
Members included:
Rich Thurston (Guitar: 1993-1997, Bass: 1993, Vocals: 1993, Drums: 1996)
Josh Williams (Drums: 1993-1997)
Stan Obal (Bass: 1993)
Mark Mitchell (Vocals: 1993, Vocals: 1996)
Pete Carreno (Bass: 1994)
John Wylie (Guitar: 1994-1995)
Damien Moyal (Vocals: 1994-1995, Vocals: 1997-1998)
Gordon Tarpley (Bass: 1995-1997, Guitar: 1998)
Louie Long (Vocals: 1995)
Anthony Conte (Vocals: 1995)
Steve Looker (Guitar: 1996-1997)
Jason Dooley (Drums: 1997)
Timothy Kirkpatrick (Drums: 1997-1998)
Joe Simmons (Guitar:1997-1998)
Floyd Beckham (Bass: 1998)
Kenneth Brian (Guitar: 1998)
Behold I Come
Culture Lyrics
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And suddenly i heard...
A voice come to i an`say`ay
Behold I Come come quickly
To pay every man
Acording the work shall be here
(chorus)
And i know... dat it was the voice
Should behold
Behold... i come quickly (hear what he say to one an`all
Behold
Behold... i come quickly (can yu hear dis is Culture)
This world is like a mirror
Reflected in what yu dooooo
And if yu face it smiling
Will smile right back to yu...
So do one to others
As yu will'ave them too
So dat your days
Will be many many ears much longer
(chorus)
(chorus)
And i know... dat it was the voice
The voice of the most i...
Should behold
Behold... i come quickly
Behold
Behold... i come quickly
Fade...
In the song Behold I Come by Culture, the singer narrates his experience of traveling up a mountain and suddenly hearing a voice that tells him to behold as it comes quickly to pay every man according to their work. The chorus of the song is repeated twice and refers to the voice being that of the most high, indicating that it may be a spiritual experience. The lyrics are a call for people to do onto others as they would have them do onto them, which will reflect a positive outcome on their own life. The song encourages individuals to live a righteous life where they are mindful of their actions as it will have an impact on their future.
The song’s title is an indication of its religious undertones. It references the book of Revelation in the Bible where Jesus is portrayed as saying, “Behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to render to every man according to his work” (Revelation 22:12). Culture’s Behold I Come highlights the importance of living a life of good deeds as this determines your reward in the afterlife.
Line by Line Meaning
I was traveling up the mountains one day
While on a journey through the rough terrain of mountains, I experienced an unforgettable encounter.
And suddenly i heard...
Out of nowhere, I received an unexpected message that caught my attention.
A voice come to i an`say`ay
It was a voice that spoke to me, delivering a critical message with urgency and emphasis.
Behold I Come come quickly
The message was that I should prepare myself because a significant event will happen soon.
To pay every man
Everyone will get what they deserve, without exception or favoritism.
Acording the work shall be here
It implies that our actions and deeds in life will determine the outcome of our actions or folly.
This world is like a mirror
The world reflects whatever we project or demonstrate outwardly, whether good or bad.
Reflected in what yu dooooo
The things we do world around us, will reflect back to us in obvious or subtle ways.
And if yu face it smiling
If you are positive and optimistic, despite the circumstances, you will draw positivity in return.
Will smile right back to yu...
Your good attitude will create a positive vibe in the environment, which makes people respond warmly and positively to you.
So do one to others
If you show kindness and respect to others, that gesture will not go unrewarded.
As yu will'ave them too
People will usually reciprocate and treat you as you treat them.
So dat your days
By doing so, you can lengthen the days of your life.
Will be many many ears much longer
It means that following this principle will improve your life's quality and longevity.
And i know... dat it was the voice
I am convinced that the voice I heard was not ordinary; it came from a spiritual being with a higher purpose and authority.
The voice of the most i...
I believe that the voice I listened to was from the Creator, who holds the power over all things.
Should behold
We should pay attention and heed to the message we receive.
Behold... i come quickly
We should brace ourselves because the ultimate event will happen soon, and we must prepare ourselves for it.
Behold
Pay attention and listen to the message given.
Fade...
The song fades off, concluding the message that we should take on the advice given and prepare ourselves for the event that will happen soon.
Writer(s): Roy Dayes Copyright: Back 2 Da Future Music
Contributed by Jordyn V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Behold I Come
Culture

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I was traveling up the mountains one day
And suddenly i heard...
A voice come to i an`say`ay
Behold i come come quickly
To pay every man
Acording the work shall be here
(chorus)
And i know....dat it was the voice
The voice of the most i....
Should behold
Behold...i come quickly (hear what he say to one an`all
Behold
Behold...i come quickly (can yu hear dis is culture)
This world is like a mirror
Reflected in what yu dooooo
And if yu face it smiling
Will smile right back to yu...
So do one to others
As yu will'ave them too
So dat your days
Will be many many ears much longer
(chorus)
(chorus)
And i know....dat it was the voice
The voice of the most i....
Should behold
Behold...i come quickly
Behold
Behold...i come quickly
Fade
Washington Aires
Essa pedra te leva ao passado e te faz lembrar o quanto éramos felizes viajando aqui
Valéria Costa
Reggae lindo ❤️ilha do amor❤️
Caio Miranda
Esse eh o fino do reggae, nao e para os fracos, pedrada na mente top !!!
Escola Dom Giovanni Maria Sanna - 4o ANO
Manonatty vai que pedra
Escola Dom Giovanni Maria Sanna - 4o ANO
Manonatty vai que pedra
Franmeire Silva
MUITO MUITO SOM pedraaaaaaaaaa💃💃💃
PEDRO MENDEZ
excelente cancion y mensaje
luisa giulio
This song highlights and amplified the spirituality of Rastafari.
Long live Joseph Hill !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MM kapala
how I love this song. Legendary Joseph Hill
CABOCLINHO & CIA
De volta a minha adolescência......