There are at least two artists that have used this name:
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)

Mr. Music
Culture Lyrics

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ooh what beautiful think is in playing for the children listen to the birds, oh how much i enjoyed that.
hey hey hey hey mr.
music hey hey hey hey mr music if i may you're hey hey hey hey mr music hey hey hey hey mr.
music, i feel like play to all and feel like play sometimes i like play for the children sometimes i feel like for the blind man too.
sometimes i feel like for the prisonels.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Culture's song Mr. Music seem to celebrate the universal power of music and its ability to bring joy and comfort to people from all walks of life. The singer seems to be addressing Mr. Music directly, honoring and acknowledging the important role that music plays in people's lives. He praises the ability of music to transport us to beautiful places (such as listening to the birds), and acknowledges that it has the power to bring people together (as evidenced by his desire to play for children, the blind, and prisoners alike).

The repetition of the phrase "hey hey hey hey mr. music" throughout the song serves to reinforce the central message of the song and creates a feeling of celebration and joy. The singer seems to be inviting everyone to join him in expressing their love for music and all that it represents.

Overall, the lyrics of Mr. Music are a tribute to the beauty and power of music and a celebration of its enduring ability to enrich and connect us all.

Line by Line Meaning

ooh what beautiful think is in playing for the children listen to the birds, oh how much i enjoyed that.
Playing music for children and appreciating nature is a beautiful thing, it brings joy and happiness.

hey hey hey hey mr. music
Addressing and acknowledging the presence of the power of music, referred to as 'Mr. Music.'

hey hey hey hey mr music if i may you're
Asking permission to speak to and be guided by 'Mr. Music.'

hey hey hey hey mr music hey hey hey hey mr. music,
Reiterating the presence and importance of 'Mr. Music.'

i feel like play to all and feel like play sometimes
Expressing the urge to play music for everyone, regardless of their background and sometimes playing music just for the pleasure of it.

i like play for the children
Enjoying playing music specifically for children, as it brings joy and happiness to them.

sometimes i feel like for the blind man too.
Wanting to play music for the visually impaired, as it brings a different kind of appreciation for the power of music.

sometimes i feel like for the prisoners.
Feeling the need to share music with prisoners, as it brings comfort and solace during their confinement.

Contributed by Kylie H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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