Brown's first recording was "Lips of Wine" recorded for Derrick Harriott (The Musical Chariot), but this was not released initially. He then recorded for Coxsone Dodd at Studio One, and Dodd released Brown's first single, "No Man is an Island". Brown recorded two albums for Dodd, No Man is an Island and If I Follow my Heart (the title track penned by Alton Ellis). Around this time, Brown recorded material for Lloyd Daley ("Baby Don't Do It" and "Things in Life") and material for Derrick Hariott, which was eventually released as the Super Reggae and Soul Hits album. He also worked for Earl Hayles and the Charmaine label early in his career. He had a Top 10 hit in the United Kingdom in 1977. This led to his contract with A&M Records, and to the formation of his own label, DEB records, which produced several hits, including many by Junior Delgado.
His first big hit was "Money In My Pocket" on the Joe Gibbs label, and by the late 1970s, Brown had recorded and performed chart-toppers such as "Sitting & Watching", "Wolves and Leopards", "Here I Come" and "Revolution"; many featuring Sly and Robbie as the rhythm section. As the dancehall era of the 1980s arrived, Brown frequently recorded with King Jammy and Gussie Clark. His song "Revolution" is featured on the reggae radio station K-JAH Radio West in the 2004 video game Grand Theft Auto San Andreas. According to some sources, Brown became addicted to crack cocaine, which affected his career and may have lead to his premature death. Jamaican Prime Minister P. J. Patterson and opposition leader Edward Seaga of the Jamaica Labour Party both spoke at Brown's funeral, which was held on July 17, 1999 in Kingston, Jamaica. The service, which lasted for three hours, also featured live performances by Maxi Priest, Shaggy, and five of Brown's sons. Brown was then buried at Kingston's National Heroes Park.
No More Will I Roam
Dennis Brown Lyrics
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No more will I roam
Yeah Yeah
Ooh Ole oooh ole oooh
Yeah, aah
Ooh ole oooh ole oooh
Yeah, aah
It′s been a long time I've been away from home
It′s been a long time, no more will I roam
No more will I roam (long)
No more, no more will I roam
Too long I've been alone
Trying to find a lover
While in this day seems so long
But still I had to carry on
Living this way
It's such an easy game to play
But then come today when, oh yeah
You′ve (′ll) been the one to play
It won't be long when you will be swaying
Beneath the blue, you got to go on back home, Yeah
And tell them about your adventures too
I′m going home
No more will I roam, yeah
No more, no more will I roam
No moooore, no moooore
No moore will I roam, yeah
No more, no more
Too long I've been alone
Trying to find a lover
No Moore no more will I roam, aah
I′m going home
No more will I roam, woooah
Woooah.
The song "No More Will I Roam" by Dennis Brown talks about the journey of a man who has been away from home for a long time trying to find love, but he couldn't find it. He has been alone for a long time and he has been searching for someone to love. The song has a theme of return, as the singer decides that he is going back home and he will no longer roam about in search of love.
The lyrics suggest that the character has recognized that searching for true love is not merely a physical journey but also requires emotional readiness. He has been away for a long time trying to find love, and it has not been easy. He has been lonely, but he is now ready to go back home and share his experiences with his loved ones.
The lyrics also touch on the idea that love is not a game but something that should be cherished and not taken for granted. The singer has learned that lesson and is now going back home to cherish the love that is there for him.
Line by Line Meaning
No more
There will be no more wandering or traveling for me
No more will I roam
I have been far away from my home for a long time, but now I am returning and will no longer wander
Yeah Yeah
Expressing enthusiasm and joy for this decision
Ooh Ole oooh ole oooh
A celebratory and catchy tune
Yeah, aah
Continuing to express excitement and relief
It′s been a long time I've been away from home
I have been gone from home for an extended period of time
It′s been a long time, no more will I roam
After being away for a long time, I have made the decision to no longer travel
No more will I roam (long)
I will not spend a long time away from home again
No more, no more will I roam
I am determined to stay at home and will not travel anymore
Too long I've been alone
I have felt lonely for a long period of time
Trying to find a lover
During my travels, I have been searching for a romantic partner
While in this day seems so long
The days have felt long and never-ending while I've been away
But still I had to carry on
Despite the challenges, I had to continue on my journey
Living this way
Referring to the lifestyle of constantly traveling and being away from home
It's such an easy game to play
Traveling and not staying in one place can be easy and fun
But then come today when, oh yeah
Today marks a turning point for my decision to return home
You′ve (′ll) been the one to play
This line refers to a romantic partner who has played games with me and caused frustration
It won't be long when you will be swaying
The person who played games will soon regret their actions and feel the impact of them
Beneath the blue, you got to go on back home, Yeah
This line means the person must return to their own home and reflect on their actions
And tell them about your adventures too
This line means that the person should share their experiences and reflect on the lessons they've learned
I′m going home
I am returning to my home
No more will I roam, yeah
I am not going to travel anymore
No more, no more will I roam
I am committed to staying in one place and will not travel again
No moooore, no moooore
Reinforcing the decision to not travel anymore
No moore will I roam, yeah
Another way of saying that I am not going to travel anymore
No more, no more
Reinforcing the decision to not travel anymore
Too long I've been alone
Reflecting on the loneliness experienced while traveling
No Moore no more will I roam, aah
Reinforcing the decision to not travel anymore and expressing relief
I′m going home
Reinforcing the decision to go back home
No more will I roam, woooah
Reinforcing the decision to not travel anymore and expressing excitement
Woooah.
Ending with a celebratory and upbeat note
Writer(s): Dennis Brown, Winston Holness
Contributed by Makayla T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Maria Wood
voice of an angel. RIP crown Prince ❤💛💚🖤
Gawian Dennis
Our true Jamaican prince of reggae 💓
T Gong
Everyone of dennis songs I hear it makes me say one the best. Unquestionably that he got him a gift in his voice many come close to sound like him but eventually don't hold out.
Nana Yaw Effah Asirifi
Wicked tune! One of the best classic reggae ever✊🏾👊🏾👍🏾
Natalie Lake-Berger
Thank you for sharing this wonderful tune. ❤
Musicultura Oficial
Grande tune gravado tbm por Wayne Smith 🔥🔥🔥
Gawian Dennis
Crown Prince of Reggae 💓💖 💕
Everton Gomes
Pedrada na mente!!
Coloca o capacete!!
Count Robbie
CLASSIC ROOTS ROCK REGGAE FROM THE TRUE KING OF REGGAE.
Daniel Manchado Morales
True, the king of reggae