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)
I'm Alone In The Wilderness
Culture Lyrics
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I've got to praise him, you know
For all this, yes.
I'm alone in the wilderness
I'm alone
Reach out my Jah
I'm alone in the wilderness
We told and take for I and I and I
Jah be my help all day, all day and night
When I'm with one of these desert
I say a prayer,
Oh yes it answer
I Jah Rastafari and it's an African joy
I'm alone in the wilderness
Jah
I'm alone
Reach your hand, mighty Jah
I'm alone in the wilderness
Only Jah would hear my plea
Said I'm not your
To any or anyone
And when you're going to read some of prayer
Just read it sincerely from your heart
The weekend is come, yeah, when there any sound
Even through the great
You've got to bow down and not defeat, yeah
I'm alone in the wilderness
I'm alone
With Jah
I'm alone in the wilderness
I prepare to take my medicine
That's why I sing
The sweetest song
For you to realize
But when I'm alone
Only Jah
Be the strength of my survival
In this revival
I ask myself
How can I get over?
But Jah
Come up in my pram only
I'm alone in the wilderness, yeah
I'm alone
Charged with lightening
I'm alone in the wilderness
Only Jah can be my call
Jah is very kind
To every mankind
So don't you give your prayer to another
And send who I know not
Praise the rightful king
And sing a little song
And maybe play on his arm
Sincerely and Jah take.
In Culture's song "I'm Alone In The Wilderness" the singer expresses his gratitude to Jah for providing him with basic necessities like bread and water. He praises Jah and acknowledges his presence in his life despite being all alone in the wilderness. He reaches out to Jah and asks for his help while acknowledging that only Jah can hear his plea. The singer tells the listener to pray genuinely from the heart and to not give their prayer to another, but instead to praise the rightful king.
The lyrics in this song are a representation of the Rasta faith and their beliefs about Jah as the ultimate provider and protector. The singer expresses his faith in Jah and his power to hear his prayer and come to his aid. The wilderness symbolizes the unknown and the singer finds solace in his faith in Jah.
The song encourages listeners to rely on their faith in Jah and to remain steadfast in their belief, even when it seems like they are alone in the wilderness. The words serve as a reminder that there is always someone looking out for them and that Jah is kind to all mankind.
Line by Line Meaning
Great Jah who provide bread and water for I
I am grateful for Jah, who provides me with sustenance and necessities.
I've got to praise him, you know
It is necessary for me to sing the praises of Jah.
For all this, yes.
Indeed, Jah deserves gratitude for all that he provides.
I'm alone in the wilderness
I am by myself in an isolated place without companionship.
I'm alone
I am without company or assistance.
Reach out my Jah
I call upon Jah for help and support.
I'm alone in the wilderness
I am isolated and separated from others.
We told and take for I and I and I
Only Jah has sustained me and kept me going.
Ooh and I'm alone
Despite my isolation, I am still grateful for the support of Jah.
Jah be my help all day, all day and night
I pray to Jah for assistance and guidance always, day and night.
When I'm with one of these desert
When I am in a barren and arid place, I turn to Jah.
I say a prayer,
I offer a prayer to Jah.
Oh yes it answer
My prayer is always answered by Jah.
I Jah Rastafari and it's an African joy
I believe in Jah Rastafari, and it fills me with joy as an African.
I'm alone in the wilderness
Despite my isolation, I remain steadfast in my faith in Jah.
Jah
I call upon Jah for support and guidance.
I'm alone
I am by myself, but I still believe in Jah.
Reach your hand, mighty Jah
I ask Jah to stretch out his mighty hand to help and guide me.
I'm alone in the wilderness
I am isolated and alone, but I still have my faith in Jah.
Only Jah would hear my plea
I pray only to Jah, as he alone can hear and answer me.
Said I'm not your
I am not under the authority of any other but Jah.
To any or anyone
I owe allegiance to no one but Jah.
And when you're going to read some of prayer
When you pray, make sure to do so honestly and earnestly.
Just read it sincerely from your heart
Pray from the heart, with honesty and sincerity.
The weekend is come, yeah, when there any sound
Even in good times, I do not forget Jah and continue to pray to him.
Even through the great
I pray to Jah even in the midst of great challenges and difficulties.
You've got to bow down and not defeat, yeah
I submit to Jah's will and do not let defeat hold me back.
I prepare to take my medicine
I am ready to face any hardships that come my way and accept it as part of Jah's plan.
That's why I sing
I sing to Jah as a way of showing my gratitude and love for him.
The sweetest song
My song to Jah is filled with sweetness and sincerity.
For you to realize
My song is meant to show others that Jah is deserving of our love and devotion.
But when I'm alone
Even when I am alone, I am never truly alone because Jah is with me always.
Only Jah
I rely on Jah and Jah alone for my support and guidance.
Be the strength of my survival
Jah is the source of my strength and the reason for my survival.
In this revival
My faith in Jah is being rekindled and strengthened.
I ask myself
I question myself about the role of Jah in my life.
How can I get over?
How can I overcome my challenges and find peace with Jah?
But Jah
It is Jah that provides me with the answers and guidance I need.
Come up in my pram only
Jah comes to me at the moments when I need him most.
I'm alone in the wilderness, yeah
Despite the isolation and difficulties of my situation, I remain committed to Jah.
Charged with lightening
I feel empowered and energized by my faith in Jah.
I'm alone in the wilderness
I am alone, but I am not afraid because Jah is with me always.
Only Jah can be my call
Only Jah is the one I can call on for help and guidance.
Jah is very kind
Jah is full of kindness and compassion for all of his children.
To every mankind
Jah's love and compassion extend to all people, regardless of their differences.
So don't you give your prayer to another
Do not let anyone or anything take the place of Jah in your life.
And send who I know not
Only Jah can truly understand and respond to my needs.
Praise the rightful king
I give my praises to Jah, who is the sole rightful king.
And sing a little song
I sing a song to Jah as a way of showing my gratitude and love for him.
And maybe play on his arm
I rest my trust and faith in Jah.
Sincerely and Jah take.
I am sincere in my love and gratitude for Jah, and I know he will take care of me always.
Contributed by Cooper E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@stevejunor7336
This is the ultimate reggae song that
brought me through the many despairs I went through. A bold meticulous song.
RIP Joseph.
@martinijazz9
This is a gorgeous song.
@brianmakamure3492
Yes
@francoismonssia9424
Hearin' this melodeous song makes me remember the younger moment of life...Thank u elder Jo and your guys!
@binocularsin1hand
greetings from the reggae heartland of Lancashire
@oldbathtub1950
jah love lancashire from a old skool neigbour keeping the roots down in nz
@toraimanchester4658
snap
@SulivanCourt
Brother Joseph.This is Jah music. Ital Ites.
@SynaidMizere
Blessed
@jeffjeeves6337
The mighty joseph hill,a man who never sold out,and remained true to his beliefs till the end,gone but not gone.......