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 eyes
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
Marcus Garvey was inside of Spanish Town district Prison
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 song "Two Sevens Clash" by Culture is a commentary on the social and political unrest in Jamaica during the 1970s. The title itself, "Two Sevens Clash," refers to the belief held by Rastafarians that a great reckoning or "clash" would occur when two sevens align on the calendar (July 7, 1977). The lyrics reference the prophesies of Marcus Garvey and describe the destruction of the Cotton Tree, a symbol of Jamaica's natural beauty, as well as the housing project that divides St. Jago de la Vega and Kingston. The song also mentions the Penn Overland and Bronx buses, which were the main modes of transportation for Jamaicans in New York City.
The song's lyrics convey a sense of dread and anticipation for the coming of this clash, which is seen as a time of reckoning and redemption. The reference to Marcus Garvey, who was a proponent of black nationalism and Pan-Africanism, underscores the political and cultural context of the song. The repetition of the phrase "Wat a liiv an bambaie" (meaning "What a living and bumping") serves as a refrain, emphasizing the urgency and immediacy of the impending clash.
Overall, Two Sevens Clash can be seen as a snapshot of the political and social upheaval of Jamaica in the 1970s, as well as a call to action for people to come together and fight for their rights.
Line by Line Meaning
Wat a liiv an bambaie
Expressing surprise and feeling of wonderment
When the two sevens clash
When there's conflict and tension
My good old prophet Marcus Garvey prophesize, say
A wise man called Marcus Garvey predicted
"St. Jago de la Vega and Kingston is gonna read"
That St. Jago de la Vega and Kingston will have problems
And I can see with mine own eyes
I can see it for myself
It's only a housing scheme that divide
It's just a man-made separation caused by the housing project
Look up a cotton tree out by Ferry police station
Observe the cotton tree near the Ferry police station
How beautiful it used to be
It was once a beautiful sight
And it has been destroyed by lightning, earthquake, and thunder, I say
But it has been ruined by forces outside of human control
I take a ride sometimes on Penn Overland and Bronx
I travel sometimes on Penn Overland and Bronx
And sometimes I ride on bus X-82, say what?
And sometimes I even travel on the X-82 bus, can you believe it?
Marcus Garvey was inside of Spanish Town district Prison
Marcus Garvey was locked up in Spanish Town district Prison
And when they were about to take him out, he prophesied and said
And when they were going to release him, he made a prediction
"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?
And to this day, no other prisoner has been released from this gate, what's your point?
When the two sevens clash (it dread)
When there's conflict and tension (it's scary)
When the two sevens clash (it bitter, bitter, bitter)
When there's conflict and tension (it's very unpleasant)
When the two sevens clash (a man a go feel it)
When there's conflict and tension (people will suffer)
When the two sevens clash (you better do right)
When there's conflict and tension (it's a warning to behave correctly)
Wat a liiv an bambaie
Expressing surprise and feeling of wonderment
When the two sevens clash
When there's conflict and tension
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kris krowbar
culture true icon....one of my best singles... . massive love from kenya.. 2023 boom!!!!
joyce mwaghadi
Massive combination.BIG UP !!!!
INDEGO WORLD
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....
TheRastachick1
Joseph Hill had such a good voice. He is missed.
Zoonjse
I listen to this all the time at 2004. Love you guys, you give me so much happiness. Love you. Actual ReGgAE.
Aleruchi Aleme
Great music,love the colabo between father & son joseph hill and Anthony B.
Ronald OwusuBoateng
I love this song soo much...I think Joseph Hill is a prophet in music in general.
Roses 4me
Marcus Garvey's prophesies all came true. Judgement day is just around the corner. True words. RIP Joseph Hill.
Peter Moore
unreal mix👍
Adrian Marcano
2018 & still listening 🔥🔥