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)
Get Them Soft
Culture Lyrics
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For you nuh hear me wah de Rastaman say
Say you nuh fi sniff no cocaine down deh
You nuh hear me wah de Rastaman say
Say you nuh fi sniff no cocaine down deh
The cocaine ah get them off
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
Mi say, the cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
As them start to sniff the cocaine
Them no washing them clothes again
Neither clean them boot, mi God
Neither wash them dirty dirty foot
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
Ah wah happen to you master, heh hey
Look deh round the brethren foot
Like no water no deh, but see yah master
Go ah river yeah, but look how him mother
And father nice and look how him stay sake
Ah the little white powder but is wah do the boy master
Mama give you one black fowl
And it lay one dozen egg
And sake ah the little white powder
The boy sell it off and start to beg, Lord
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
Papa have one big foot truck
And him left it on the will fi you
Hindering you from turn a thief or
Neither turn a crook
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
Mama walk through dew water
And try to send you to school
So you can learn the golden rule
And when you take a stock you deh back a school a rude
Because
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft, Lord
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
Sometimes I sit and wonder
I wonder where them ambition gone
It seem them ambition
Turn a dirt upon a land
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
I wonder where your ambition gone
I wonder what you think
I wonder what example you setting for the youth
What them fi think bout you
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
The lyrics of Culture's song "Get Them Soft" condemn the use of cocaine and its effects on people's behavior, character, and aspirations. The song is critical of those who choose to use cocaine and abandon their responsibilities and principles, as they become "soft" and unreliable. The lyrics speak directly to the listener, urging them to listen to the advice of the Rastaman, who warns against snorting cocaine, as it can have negative consequences on one's life.
The chorus repeats the phrase "The cocaine ah get them off" to emphasize the power of the drug to take people away from their goals and values. The lyrics describe how cocaine addicts neglect their personal hygiene, family, and education, which results in them becoming unreliable and untrustworthy. The song highlights the pain and frustration that loved ones feel when they see their family members waste their potential due to addiction.
Overall, the message of the song is that cocaine is a destructive and addictive drug that can ruin lives. The lyrics urge listeners to resist the temptation of cocaine and stay true to their values and responsibilities.
Line by Line Meaning
Look how you chaka chaka and rink and mash up
You are wasting away and destroying yourself.
For you nuh hear me wah de Rastaman say
You are not listening to the wise advice of the Rastaman.
Say you nuh fi sniff no cocaine down deh
The Rastaman warns you not to sniff cocaine.
The cocaine ah get them off
Get them soft, get them soft
Cocaine is their drug of choice and it makes them weak and defeated.
As them start to sniff the cocaine
Once they start using cocaine, things start to go downhill.
Them no washing them clothes again
They neglect their personal hygiene and appearance.
Neither clean them boot, mi God
They don't even clean their shoes.
Neither wash them dirty dirty foot
They are too lazy to even wash their own feet.
Ah wah happen to you master, heh hey
What's wrong with you, man?
Like no water no deh, but see yah master
You act like there's no water, yet you have plenty of options.
Go ah river yeah, but look how him mother
And father nice and look how him stay sake
You go to the river to get high, but your parents are doing just fine without drugs.
Mama give you one black fowl
And it lay one dozen egg
Your mother gave you a valuable gift and you squandered it.
And sake ah the little white powder
The boy sell it off and start to beg, Lord
Because of cocaine, you sold the gift and now you're begging for money.
Papa have one big foot truck
And him left it on the will fi you
Your father left you his truck in his will.
Hindering you from turn a thief or
Neither turn a crook
This should prevent you from becoming a criminal.
Sometimes I sit and wonder
I wonder where them ambition gone
I think about where your drive and ambition went.
It seem them ambition
Turn a dirt upon a land
It looks like your ambition has turned into a pile of dirt.
I wonder what example you setting for the youth
What them fi think bout you
What kind of example are you setting for the youth and what do they think of you?
Contributed by Samantha F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@TheAILLC1
My favourite artist. Joseph Constantine Hill. Continue Resting In Peace Prophet. Fondly missed🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾
@edanechickpoultryfarm8181
This guy was an African!!! We feel your tunes and lyrics.
@CheikhTidianeNDAO
Thanks a lot 🎈
@Atlas24gh
Culture remains a big artist in Ghana . Ghana love Culture maybe even more than Bob Marley
@muzikmana.k.aseriousman9078
Not more than Bob Marley but Culture is a real artist
He is real with his music
@stephenodhiambo7156
Culture is good
@DogonChild
Thought so meself
@jenoko4681
I BELIEVE HE IS ORIGINALLY FROM GHANA
@ojumeriellis5235
@@muzikmana.k.aseriousman9078 ààààààa
@whatsupwhatsup457
Get them soft by shutting off and staying silent, ignoring them!! A lesson many learn too late.