Count Your Blessings
Damian Marley Lyrics


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And I've got studios to voice in
And I've got news for rejoicing
Now a new sun is rising
I count my blessings
That I'm safe when I'm resting
Furniture in my nesting
But by force I'm suggesting
Ya count your blessings

I've got love and assurance
I've got new health insurance
And I've got strength and endurance
So I count my blessings

And give thanks to the master
That through all the disaster
We're still here together after
Better count your blessings

'Cause yo this year, can't wait 'til it gets here
7-21-09 my first son will shine
And it's amazing I'm about to be raisin'
Another main man and like his dad they'll praise him
And some will hate him, just cause we buildin' a nation
Like Bob did with Damian
The world will embrace him, girls'll chase him
Foresee, they will not break him
And when I'm not around, you look for God and thank him

And I've got somewhere to dress for
And I've got no need to stress for
And so I'll always put my best forth
And count my blessings

And they'll be no need for tissues
'Cause there will be no further issues
If you got someone who miss you
Man, count your blessings

I've got love and assurance
And I've got new health insurance
And I've got strength and endurance
So I count my blessings

And give thanks to the master
That through all the disaster
We're still here together after
Better count your blessings

You wishin' you were sittin' in the top position
Picture perfect, nothing less 'cause you deserve it
Without the Hermes, you'd have a hurtin'
You knew that you was destined for greatness, for certain
You see the over-zealous, they be thirstin', caught up in emotion
You keepin' your composure like Gershwin
Songs by Earth Wind keep you in the zone, writing verses
So when your pocket's light, know that you have a heavy purpose

We've got preschool and daycare
We've got pension and welfare
And though not all will play the game fair
Still I count my blessings

I've joy in abundance
I've got life full of substance
I've got meetings and functions
So I count my blessings

I've got something to live for
I've got surplus to give more
And we're all welcome through His door
So I count my blessings

And give thanks to the master
That through all the disaster
We're still here together after
So I count my blessings

I think you lookin' too hard for it
With the double R under your garage door
Appreciate the things you work hard for
Hey, count your blessings
Count your blessings
So don't be mad if you ain't fly y'all
You got the means to reach the level I'm on
You should know there's only one Nas y'all
But count your blessings, count your blessings

And I've got studios to voice in
And I've got news for rejoicing
Now a new sun is rising
I count my blessings
That I'm safe when I'm resting
Furniture in my nesting
Not by force I'm suggesting
Ya count your blessings

I've got love and assurance
I've got new health insurance
And I've got strength and endurance
So I count my blessings

And give thanks to the master
That through all the disaster




We're still here together after
Better count your blessings

Overall Meaning

In Count Your Blessings, Damian Marley reflects on his life and everything he has to be grateful for. He lists his blessings, which include his studios for voicing in, his safety and security when resting, furniture and a place to nest, love and assurance, new health insurance, and strength and endurance. He urges others to count their blessings too, even if they have to do it by force, because it is important to appreciate what we have instead of always striving for more. He also gives thanks to the master, acknowledging that despite life's disasters, we are still here, together, and that is worth being grateful for.


Line by Line Meaning

And I've got studios to voice in
I have a professional studio to record my music in


And I've got news for rejoicing
Good things have happened to me that I am happy about


Now a new sun is rising
A new day is coming and bringing new opportunities


I count my blessings
I am grateful for the good things in my life and acknowledge their importance


That I'm safe when I'm resting
I am grateful for my safety and security when I am not working


Furniture in my nesting
I have comfortable and adequate living arrangements


But by force I'm suggesting
I strongly encourage you to do the same


Ya count your blessings
Be grateful for the good things in your life


I've got love and assurance
I feel loved and secure


I've got new health insurance
I have access to healthcare


And I've got strength and endurance
I am physically and mentally capable


And give thanks to the master
I express gratitude towards a higher power for my blessings


That through all the disaster
Despite hardship and adversity


We're still here together after
We have survived and persevered


Cause yo this year, can't wait 'til it gets here
I am excited for the future


7-21-09 my first song will shine
I will release my first song on this date


And it's amazing I'm about to be raisin'
I am proud to be raising a child


Another main man and like his dad they'll praise him
My child will be as great as I am and will be recognized for it


And some will hate him, just 'cause we buildin' a nation
Some people will dislike us for trying to create something positive


Like Bob did with Damian
My father Bob Marley created greatness with me, and I will do the same with my child


The world will embrace him, girls'll chase him
My child will be successful and attractive


Foresee, they will not break him
My child will not be deterred by obstacles


And when I'm not around, you look for God and thank him
When I am gone, remember to express gratitude towards a higher power for blessings


And I've got somewhere to dress for
I am grateful for the opportunity to dress up and attend events


And I've got no need to stress for
I am not worried or anxious


And so I'll always put my best forth
I will always do my best


And they'll be no need for tissues
There will be no need for sadness or tears


'Cause there will be no further issues
There will be no more problems or difficulties


If you got someone who miss you
If you have someone who loves and cares for you


Man, count your blessings
Be grateful for the good things in your life


I've joy in abundance
I am very happy


I've got life full of substance
I have a meaningful and fulfilling life


I've got meetings and functions
I have important commitments and opportunities


I've got something to live for
I have purpose and motivation


I've got surplus to give more
I have enough to give to others


And we're all welcome through His door
We are all accepted and welcomed by a higher power


I think you lookin' too hard for it
You are trying too hard to have everything


With the double R under your garage door
You have a lot of wealth and material possessions


Appreciate the things you work hard for
Be grateful for what you have earned through hard work


Hey, count your blessings
Be grateful for the good things in your life


So don't be mad if you ain't fly y'all
Don't be upset if you are not as successful or popular as others


You got the means to reach the level I'm on
You have the ability to be successful in your own way


You should know there's only one Nas y'all
There is only one Nas, and you should embrace your uniqueness


But count your blessings, count your blessings
Be grateful for the good things in your life




Lyrics Β© DistroKid, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAMIAN ROBERT NESTA MARLEY, NASIR JONES, SHIAH CORE, COURTNEY GLENROY DIEDRICK, PHILIP JAMES

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@LloydMolefe

I've got something to live for
I've got surplus to give more
And we're all welcome through His door
So I count my blessings

And give thanks to the master
That through all the disaster
We're still here together after
So I count my blessings



@samirkamal1088

And I've got studios to voice in
And I've got news for rejoicing
Now a new sun is rising
I count my blessings
That I'm safe when I'm resting
Furniture in my nesting
But by force I'm suggesting
Ya count your blessings
I've got love and assurance
I've got new health insurance
And I've got strength and endurance
So I count my blessings
And give thanks to the master
That through all the disaster
We're still here together after
Better count your blessings
'Cause yo this year, can't wait 'til it gets here
7-21-09 my first son will shine
And it's amazing I'm about to be raisin'
Another main man and like his dad they'll praise him
And some will hate him, just cause we buildin' a nation
Like Bob did with Damian
The world will embrace him, girls'll chase him
Foresee, they will not break him
And when I'm not around, you look for God and thank him
And I've got somewhere to dress for
And I've got no need to stress for
And so I'll always put my best forth
And count my blessings
And they'll be no need for tissues
'Cause there will be no further issues
If you got someone who miss you
Man, count your blessings
I've got love and assurance
And I've got new health insurance
And I've got strength and endurance
So I count my blessings
And give thanks to the master
That through all the disaster
We're still here together after
Better count your blessings
You wishin' you were sittin' in the top position
Picture perfect, nothing less 'cause you deserve it
Without the Hermes, you'd have a hurtin'
You knew that you was destined for greatness, for certain
You see the over-zealous, they be thirstin', caught up in emotion
You keepin' your composure like Gershwin
Songs by Earth Wind keep you in the zone, writing verses
So when your pocket's light, know that you have a heavy purpose
We've got preschool and daycare
We've got pension and welfare
And though not all will play the game fair
Still I count my blessings
I've joy in abundance
I've got life full of substance
I've got meetings and functions
So I count my blessings
I've got something to live for
I've got surplus to give more
And we're all welcome through His door
So I count my blessings
And give thanks to the master
That through all the disaster
We're still here together after
So I count my blessings
I think you lookin' too hard for it
With the double R under your garage door
Appreciate the things you work hard for
Hey, count your blessings
Count your blessings
So don't be mad if you ain't fly y'all
You got the means to reach the level I'm on
You should know there's only one Nas y'all
But count your blessings, count your blessings
And I've got studios to voice in
And I've got news for rejoicing
Now a new sun is rising
I count my blessings
That I'm safe when I'm resting
Furniture in my nesting
Not by force I'm suggesting
Ya count your blessings
I've got love and assurance
I've got new health insurance
And I've got strength and endurance
So I count my blessings
And give thanks to the master
That through all the disaster
We're still here together after
Better count your blessings



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@ifeoluwaettu5821

11 years after and this song still inspires me in multiple ways. Absolutely spiritual

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2 of us

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Honestly how is this not the greatest hip hop album ever?

@asaresamuel7612

who's here after 10 years of release?

@aishasuleiman9401

Me!!!!!

@kickass287

11

@venikeque

10 years after seeing them live in Port of Spain

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I am

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I'm here 12yrs later lol

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Such a slept on masterpiece this album never gets old

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