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)
Peace Love
Culture Lyrics
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To keep me on my feet
And we both try so hard
Just to make ends meet
The bills they pile up
Problems they don't stop
Moments seem right anyway
See when we waking up
And pray on for another day
Sometimes it takes a little guidance
Yes I know
But when it comes it was all inside us
If you want that true love
The type that make you move up
You gotta start with your own
If you want the new love
The type that make you screw up but
Still feel like you've grown
Don't stress your head
Don't stress ya mind
Things them a come
All into time
So if you want that true love
The type that make you move up
You gotta start with your own
The power of persuasion
Half of my equation
The woman is the better part of me
I watch while it's expanding
Love and and Understanding
Soon become something that certainly could grow
And we could harvest
Now here some color,
my darling you're the artist
To love another is to love yourself
With happiness and wealth
Through sickness and health
Sometimes it takes a little guidance
Yes I know
But when it comes it was all inside us
If you want that true love
The type that make you move up
You gotta start with your own
If you want the new love
The type that make you screw up but
Still feel like you've grown
Don't stress your head
Don't stress ya mind
Things them a come
All into time
So if you want that true love
The type that make you move up
You gotta start with your own
Was it not enough to describe your energy
I appreciate you giving me your time
So glad you're mine and this might sound cliche
Thinking about you every night and day
Well you're my muse, my light
With sweetest caress
Day dreaming of your heavenly kisses
Oh, everything I need
Is in the simple things you
Do for me
I'm working hard accomplishing
The same
Sometimes it takes a little guidance
Yes I know
But when it comes it was all inside us
If you want that true love
The type that make you move up
You gotta start with your own
If you want the new love
The type that make you screw up but
Still feel like you've grown
Don't stress your head
Don't stress ya mind
Things them a come
All into time
So if you want that true love
The type that make you move up
You gotta start with your own
The song 'Peace & Love' by Culture is about the struggles and triumphs of a relationship. The first verse acknowledges the hard work required to maintain a healthy relationship and the constant struggle to make ends meet. Despite the problems, the singer and their partner hold onto hope with the mantra of filling up his cup and praying for another day. The chorus emphasizes the importance of starting with oneself in order to achieve true and new love. The power of persuasion and the better part of oneself are found in one's partner, and their love and understanding can grow to bring happiness and wealth.
The second verse begins with a question about whether it's enough to describe the energy between two people. The singer then expresses their gratitude for their partner and how they inspire him to work hard and accomplish. The bridge of the song repeats the idea that it takes a little guidance and notes that the answers were inside them all along. The chorus is repeated with the message that if you want true love, you must start with your own.
Overall, the song emphasizes the importance of both personal growth and the vital role of one's partner in achieving that growth, ultimately leading to a deeper love.
Line by Line Meaning
My woman she works hard
To keep me on my feet
My partner puts in a lot of effort to support me and help me stand firm.
And we both try so hard
Just to make ends meet
We both put in a lot of effort to make sure we have enough money to cover our expenses.
The bills they pile up
Problems they don't stop
We are facing a lot of financial pressure, and it seems like new problems are constantly arising.
Moments seem right anyway
See when we waking up
Just fill up my cup
And pray on for another day
Despite the difficulties we face, we try to focus on the positive moments in life, such as waking up together and finding strength in each other to face the challenges of the day.
If you want that true love
The type that make you move up
You gotta start with your own
To experience genuine love that inspires you to grow and become your best self, you need to begin by cultivating love within yourself.
If you want the new love
The type that make you screw up but
Still feel like you've grown
If you want a new kind of love that challenges you to take risks and make mistakes, but still helps you learn and grow, you also need to start by loving yourself first.
Don't stress your head
Don't stress ya mind
Things them a come
All into time
Don't worry too much about the problems and challenges you face, because things will work out in due time.
The power of persuasion
Half of my equation
The woman is the better part of me
My partner has a lot of influence on me, and I recognize that women are often the best part of a man's life.
I watch while it's expanding
Love and and Understanding
Soon become something that certainly could grow
And we could harvest
I observe as our love and understanding of each other continue to grow and develop, and I am excited about the potential for our relationship to flourish.
Now here some color,
my darling you're the artist
To love another is to love yourself
With happiness and wealth
Through sickness and health
You bring vibrancy and creativity into my life, and I believe that loving others is a reflection of how we love ourselves, through both good times and bad.
Was it not enough to describe your energy
I appreciate you giving me your time
So glad you're mine and this might sound cliche
Thinking about you every night and day
Well you're my muse, my light
With sweetest caress
Day dreaming of your heavenly kisses
Oh, everything I need
Is in the simple things you
Do for me
I'm working hard accomplishing
The same
I am in awe of your energy and grateful for the time you give me. I may sound cliché, but I think about you all the time and your presence in my life is a source of inspiration and comfort. You are my muse, bringing light and sweetness into my life. Everything I need is in the simple things you do for me, and I am also working hard to do the same for you.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Daniel Rodriguez, Javier Rodriguez
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@ajconvery6219
I'm not afraid of your M-16!!
Neither afraid of your Bushmaster!!!
Because of your art of war I know what you're after...
Come to destroy each & every-one!
But yah hear me? PEACE & LOVE Inna de dancehall, PEACE & LOVE!
Peace within their hearts... PEACE & LOVE Inna de dancehall, PEACE & LOVE! Come Sista Mek Weh Rock!
Respect To ALL Mankind.
ALL Me Breddas 'An ALL Me Sistas Dem!!!
@KwakuAmaniampongKyerefo
Lyrics: Some ah dem a say dat dem a bad man
Some ah dem a say dat dem a dan
Di other ress a dem a say a gun man
Di other ress a dem bawl out dem a notch
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love
I'm not afraid of your automatic! (one love)
Neither afraid or respect your special! (we want love)
If yuh even go tek up your big six pence
And come to jump and drive over I fence (weh mi say?)
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love (hear what I say)
Peace and love inna di dancehall peace and love
I'm not afraid of your M16
Neither afraid of your bush master
Because…
@rasempress9724
Had the privilige to know Joseph n his wife Pauline…visiting wid dem at dem home wen mi go yaad….brilliant man n exceptional musician…Joseph played so many instruments…Sleep on in Zion, my Lord…Rest in Peace…Kenyatta a carry forward n a trod awn..blessed
@missjuneplum1
One of my favorite reggae band of all time. I was fortunate to see them perform before Joseph passing.
R.I.P JOSEPH HILL...I still play your songs regularly.
@souljahtite17
I am white. I am 65. I am from Pittsburgh,PA. USA. This song? I love it. Damn. These guys got it right. Why do so many of us want to blow-up our planet? Greed? Power? Fear? What? Save some for the next guy. Peace and Love! Can I get an AMEN?
@worldlyconcerns
AMEN.
@princesamulozela4205
amen
@sanyereyinagole4233
AMEN
@tatatamayela
So be it. So be it. He is great and a Prophet
@Hostoryproject
Oh, really dude?
You're from Pittsburgh?
@actuarialscience2283
To me Joseph Hill is the best reggae artist of all the time 99% of his songs were reggae.
@billyjo3620
Peace and love from a rainy Glasgow but listening to this lightens up the world