Damian Davey… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least seven artists using the name Damian.
Damian Davey (real name Damian Baker; 30 September 1964 – 12 February 2017), better known by the mononym Damian, was an English pop musician, best known for his 1989 hit "The Time Warp", a cover version of the original track from The Rocky Horror Show.
Damian was briefly successful in the late 1980s. His first version of "The Time Warp", released in 1987, was produced by Des Tong from Sad Café and featured Sheila Gott, Jean Barrow, Ian Wilson and Steve Butler on backing vocals. It was recorded at Vector TV in Stockport and mixed at Battery Studios, London by Paul Schroeder. Both this and a 1988 reissue of the song failed to make the Top 40 of the UK Singles Chart and it only became a hit after being remixed and restructured by Pete Hammond, reaching number 7 in the charts in 1989.
Damian's follow up single, "Wig-Wam Bam", a cover of The Sweet song, reached number 49 in the UK Singles Chart. This single featured "Putting It All Behind Me" as the B-side.
Damian died from cancer on February 12, 2017 aged 52.
Mr. Marley
Damian Lyrics
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Ragamuffin Mr. Marley in the Hall of Fame
Mr. Marley, them know your name
Ragamuffin Mr. Marley in the Hall of Fame
With the forklift on the night shift on the Zion Train
Babylon by bus or Babylon by plane
When the race gets hard to run around run all through your vein
All nation a bow just to hear him sing, say
Mr. Marley, them know your name
Ragamuffin Mr. Marley in the Hall of Fame
Mr. Marley, them know your name
Ragamuffin Mr. Marley in the Hall of Fame
When the music hit you, you no feel no pain
In Mt. Zion is where he live and reign
He said, "I don't wanna, I don't wanna wait in vain"
Chase those crazy bald head then from off of the lane
Guide a lot of people out of sorrow and shame
Mr. Marley, them know your name
Ragamuffin Mr. Marley in the Hall of Fame
Mr. Marley, them know your name
Ragamuffin Mr. Marley in the Hall of Fame
Everyman have the right to decide his own destiny
And in his judgment there is no partiality
So don't you think that you are better 'cause you gwan boasty
I've got to keep on moving so them can't hold me
Di man shot the sheriff and him spare the deputy
Well, Mr. Marley, them know your name
Ragamuffin Mr. Marley in the Hall of Fame
Mr. Marley, them know your name
Ragamuffin Mr. Marley in the Hall of Fame
With the forklift on the night shift on the Zion Train
Babylon by bus or Babylon by plane
When the race gets hard to run di blood run all through your vein
Whether the confrontation or the uprising
All nation a bow just to hear him sing, say
Mr. Marley, them know your name
Ragamuffin Mr. Marley in the Hall of Fame
Mr. Marley, them know your name
Ragamuffin Mr. Marley in the Hall of Fame
Mr. Marley, them know your name
Ragamuffin Mr. Marley in the Hall of Fame
Mr. Marley, them know your name
Ragamuffin Mr. Marley in the Hall of Fame
The song "Mr. Marley" by Damian Marley is an ode to his father, the legendary Bob Marley. The lyrics speak of the omnipresence and influence of Bob Marley and his music. The first verse pays homage to the iconic status of Bob Marley, his induction into the Hall of Fame and his legacy, with people all over the world recognizing and respecting his name. The second verse portrays Bob Marley as a man of action, tirelessly working towards his goals and principles, even when the going gets tough. His music is portrayed as a source of inspiration and a means of breaking free of oppression and suffering. The third verse highlights Bob Marley's message of equality, as he gave voice to the struggles of the marginalized and stood up against injustice. Finally, the chorus repeated throughout the song emphasizes the deep love, admiration, and fame that Bob Marley still commands within the hearts of countless fans around the world.
Overall, "Mr. Marley" celebrates the legacy of a musical legend whose message of peace and unity resonates even now, and underscores the power of music in bringing people together.
Line by Line Meaning
Mr. Marley, them know your name
Acknowledgment and respect for the legendary musician, Bob Marley
Ragamuffin Mr. Marley in the Hall of Fame
Bob Marley's musical talent immortalized in the Hall of Fame
With the forklift on the night shift on the Zion Train
Bob Marley's commitment to spreading his music through any means necessary, even if it required late night work
Babylon by bus or Babylon by plane
Bob Marley's influence reaching all corners of the world, regardless of how he traveled
When the race gets hard to run around run all through your vein
In difficult times, Bob Marley's music inspires and runs through his listeners' veins
Whether the confrontation or the uprising
Bob Marley's music speaks to both conflict and social revolution
All nation a bow just to hear him sing, say
Bob Marley's music has a universal appeal, with people from all over the world coming together in admiration of his talent
When the music hit you, you no feel no pain
Bob Marley's music has the power to transport its listeners to another place, free from pain
In Mt. Zion is where he live and reign
A reference to Bob Marley's Rastafarian faith, which was central to his life and music
He said, "I don't wanna, I don't wanna wait in vain"
Bob Marley's desire for immediate social change and a world free from oppression
Chase those crazy bald head then from off of the lane
A call to action to remove oppressive systems and individuals that hinder progress from society
Guide a lot of people out of sorrow and shame
Bob Marley's music uplifts and guides people through difficult times, providing hope and strength to overcome sorrow and shame
Everyman have the right to decide his own destiny
Bob Marley's belief in individual freedom and autonomy
And in his judgment there is no partiality
Bob Marley's advocacy for equal treatment for all individuals, without bias or favoritism
So don't you think that you are better 'cause you gwan boasty
Bob Marley's rejection of arrogance and emphasis on equality
I've got to keep on moving so them can't hold me
Bob Marley's perseverance and determination to overcome obstacles and continue moving forward
Di man shot the sheriff and him spare the deputy
A reference to Bob Marley's song 'I Shot the Sheriff', which describes social unrest and resistance against oppressive law enforcement
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, INGROOVES MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: DAMIAN ROBERT NESTA MARLEY, STEPHEN MARLEY
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