Two Sevens Cash
Culture & Anthony B Lyrics
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When the two sevens clash
Wat a liiv an bambaie
When the two sevens clash
My good old prophet Marcus Garvey prophesize, say
"St. Jago de la Vega and Kingston is gonna read"
And I can see with mine own eyesIt's only a housing scheme that divide
Wat a liiv an bambaie
When the two sevens clash (it dread)
Wat a liiv an bambaie
When the two sevens clash
Look up a cotton tree out by Ferry police station
How beautiful it used to be
And it has been destroyed by lightning
Earthquake and thunder, I say
Wat a liiv an bambaie
When the two sevens clash (it dread)
Wat a liiv an bambaie
When the two sevens clash
I take a ride sometimes
On Penn Overland and Bronx
And sometimes I ride on bus X-82, say what?
Wat a liiv an bambaie
When the two sevens clash
Wat a liiv an bambaie
When the two sevens clash
And when they were about to take him out
He prophesied and said
"As I have passed through this gate"
"No other prisoner shall enter and get through"
And so it is until now
The gate has been locked, so what?
Wat a liiv an bambaie
When the two sevens clash (it dread)
Wat a liiv an bambaie
When the two sevens clash (it bitter, bitter, bitter)
Wat a liiv an bambaie
When the two sevens clash (a man a go feel it)
Wat a liiv an bambaie
When the two sevens clash (you better do right)
Wat a liiv an bambaie
When the two sevens clash
The lyrics of “Two Sevens Clash” by Culture & Anthony B depict the dread and turmoil that occurs when events prophesized by Marcus Garvey come to pass. The song references the prediction that “St. Jago de la Vega and Kingston is gonna read” meaning that major changes are coming to Jamaica. The phrase “Wat a liiv an bambaie” refers to the chaos that will ensue when the two sevens (1977) clash, indicating that the problems in Jamaica are inevitable. The song also references the destruction of a cotton tree outside Ferry police station, which suggests that these problems are not just social but also physical.
The song’s message is one of warning and urging people to do right. In the final verses, Culture & Anthony B reference the imprisonment of Marcus Garvey in Spanish Town district prison and the prediction that no other prisoner shall enter and get through the gate. The gate has been locked since Garvey’s imprisonment, indicating that the prophesy has come true, and that the people should listen and heed the message of the song. The repeated phrase “Wat a liiv an bambaie” emphasizes the gravity of the situation, and the need for urgent action by the people.
Overall, “Two Sevens Clash” is a powerful and prophetic song, which has endured as a warning to those who ignore the messages of Marcus Garvey and the importance of doing what is right.
Line by Line Meaning
Wat a liiv an bambaie
What a life and commotion
When the two sevens clash
When something important or significant happens
My good old prophet Marcus Garvey prophesize, say
My respected prophet Marcus Garvey predicted and declared
"St. Jago de la Vega and Kingston is gonna read"
"St. Jago de la Vega and Kingston will experience great upheaval"
And I can see with mine own eyes
And I can personally witness
It's only a housing scheme that divide
The division is only based on the type of housing
Look up a cotton tree out by Ferry police station
Observe the cotton tree near Ferry police station
How beautiful it used to be
It was once a thing of beauty
And it has been destroyed by lightning
It was struck by lightning and ruined
Earthquake and thunder, I say
Also affected by natural disasters, specifically earthquakes and thunderstorms
I take a ride sometimes
I go for a ride occasionally
On Penn Overland and Bronx
On or near the roads named Penn Overland and Bronx
And sometimes I ride on bus X-82, say what?
And on occasion, I take bus X-82, do you get what I'm saying?
Marcus Garvey was inside of Spanish Town district Prison
Marcus Garvey was imprisoned in the Spanish Town district
And when they were about to take him out
As they were preparing to release him
He prophesied and said
He predicted and stated
"As I have passed through this gate"
"Once I leave through this gate"
"No other prisoner shall enter and get through"
"No other inmate will pass through this gate"
And so it is until now
And it remains true to this day
The gate has been locked, so what?
The gate has remained locked, what's the big deal?
When the two sevens clash (it bitter, bitter, bitter)
When something big happens, it can be quite intense and upsetting
When the two sevens clash (a man a go feel it)
When something significant occurs, people are bound to be affected by it
When the two sevens clash (you better do right)
When something major happens, it's best to do the right thing
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Vincent Gordon, Joseph Hill, Errol Thompson, Roy Dayes, Albert Walker
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kriskrowbar4698
culture true icon....one of my best singles... . massive love from kenya.. 2023 boom!!!!
@geffeniz
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@geffeniz
2024 still listening
@INDEGOCENTRAL
yes the word has been spoke, message reach the power is changed.. give thanks this power forces... 707 the queen gone...wake up my people lets come out and celebrate we are ready to do our good works.... blessing to all who reading this....
@walterduiker5413
All the friends I used to listen to this song with have passed away. Whenever I hear it tears rolls down my face coz of the memories
@dunstabledagger
Prophecy Reveal by Bo Jangles. Classic from the 1970's. Two sevens clash was 1977
@joycemwaghadi2246
Massive combination.BIG UP !!!!
@mmg0705
The great culture 👊🏿 Big Anthony B👌🏿
@TheRastachick1
Joseph Hill had such a good voice. He is missed.
@brahbrah77
uuuuuuuu.......ahhhhhhhh.......uuuuuuu......ahhhhhhh Anthony.B slowed His voice down just to right speed to blend in with this "oldie" whoaaaaa!........i'm dancing right now!!