There are at least two artists using the name Don Carlos:

1) Italian… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two artists using the name Don Carlos:

1) Italian deep house producer and DJ Carlo Troja
2) Jamaican reggae singer and composer

1) Carlo Troja aka Don Carlos hails from Varese, in the North of Italy, and is active as a DJ from the late 70's.

He debuted as a producer towards the end of the 80's with the single 'Alone' on Calypso Records (Irma), which became one of the cult tracks of the international Deep House scene. His productions have always mixed House rhythms with afro-american jazz sounds, verging sometime towards disco, sometime towards progressive house or electronic soul.

In 1992 IRMA USA released his first album 'Mediterraneo', followed in 1993 by the Montego Bay project, produced together with Stefano Tirone (S-Tone Inc.), also on IRMA. He then released some singles on the Chicago based label Guidance under the Aquanauts moniker. He also reached the UK charts with the hit 'You Make Me Feel', sung by Byron Stingley, cover of the cult song by Sylvester.

In 2000 he released a single on Erik Morillo's Subliminal Soul label and played highly acclaimed gigs at Ministry of Sound and Turnmills in London. In 2002 he released his third album 'Music in My Mind' featuring top guest vocalists like Kim Mazelle, Michelle Weeks, Taka Boom and Kevin Bryant.

Following two mixed compilations ('Cafe De Paris Saint Tropez' and 'DJ Set') in 2004 IRMA released a collection of his 90's productions titled 'Mediterraneo', like his debut US album.

After that a serious car accident kept him away from clubs and recording studio for several months. Finally back in shape he released his fourth album 'The Cool Deep', 8 years since the previous one, which includes all the unreleased material produced during this time.

2) Don Carlos (born Euvin Spencer) was born and raised in one of the most deprived regions of Western Kingston, Jamaica, in a district known as Waterhouse. It was also a musical spawning ground for many of Reggae's greatest talents, such as King Tubby, The Jays, Junior Reid and King Jammy. Don Carlos started his singing career in 1973, as one of the original members of the roots vocal group Black Uhuru.

Alongside other founding members, Don played a prominent role in the recordings of the highly acclaimed Love Crisis album for producer Prince Jammy in 1977. The album was later re-released and re-titled as Black Sounds of Freedom. A year after the trio's ground breaking debut, Don Carlos surprisingly decided to part company in pursuit of a solo career. Having needed at least three years to get the grips of being a soloist, plus developing a knack for song writing and grooming that distinctive, vocal styling it wasn't until May 1981 that Carlos really took the fraternity by storm, courtesy of a heavy, roots and culture flavored show case album Suffering for Negus Roots.

Since then, working alongside Goldie, his side kick, co-writer and back-up vocalist, having built and consolidated a staunch following through touring the live circuit--plus 12 solo albums--there has been no turning back.

Artist website: http://www.doncarlosreggae.com/

Guide Us
Don Carlos Lyrics

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GUIDE US (Jah Jah Oh Jah Jah) oh Jah Jah oh Jah Jah
Your childrens are cryin
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Your childrens are dyin
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You've been calling
Their crying their dying each and every
Day we are out in the land... in the far beyond

Where an idiot seems to survive

Its hard for a man not to get mixed up in that
Even tho we try to check s the right track all the time
Only frustration... desparation
*Trials and frustration)
Oh Jah jah oh Jah Jah
The secrets are calling their calling their calling
They need your help.
Their dying their dying each and every day.

Oh Jah Jah please save the children
Their dying their dying each and every day.

Overall Meaning

In Don Carlos’s song “Guide Us (Jah Jah Oh Jah Jah)”, the reggae artist is calling out to Jah (God) for help in saving the children who are crying and dying each day. He describes the difficulties of living in a world where idiots seem to survive and it’s hard to stay on the right track. Despite trying to do the right thing, frustration and desperation set in due to the trials and tribulations of life. Don Carlos implores Jah to save the children, as they are calling for his help and secrets are also calling out for divine intervention.

The lyrics depict the harsh reality of life and the struggles faced by people trying to live a righteous life. It also highlights the importance of having faith and calling out to a higher power in times of need. Don Carlos’s use of repetitive phrases such as “Your childrens are cryin” and “Your childrens are dyin” creates a sense of urgency and desperation, emphasizing the need for immediate help and intervention.

Line by Line Meaning

GUIDE US (Jah Jah Oh Jah Jah) oh Jah Jah oh Jah Jah
Don Carlos is calling out to Jah Jah for guidance and help.

Your childrens are cryin
The people of the world are suffering and crying out for help.

Your childrens are dyin
People are dying every day due to various struggles and injustices.

you've been calling
People have been calling out to Jah Jah for help and guidance.

their crying their dying each and every day we are out in the land... in the far beyond
People are suffering and dying every day in different parts of the world.

where an idiot seems to survive
In some cases, people who seem to have no regard for others or the world seem to survive and even thrive while others struggle.

its hard for a man not to get mixed up in that
It is difficult for people not to be affected by the hardships and challenges they see in the world.

even tho we try to check s the right track all the time
Despite efforts to do the right thing and make positive change, it can be easy to lose track or be led astray.

only frustration... desparation
Despite efforts to do good and help others, it can be frustrating and lead to feelings of desperation.

oh Jah jah oh Jah Jah
Don Carlos continues to call out to Jah Jah for help and guidance.

the secrets are calling their calling their calling
There are hidden truths and mysteries in the world that are calling out to be discovered and addressed.

they need your help.
People need the help of Jah Jah and others to uncover and address the struggles and injustices in the world.

oh Jah Jah please save the children
Don Carlos pleads for Jah Jah to help and protect the innocent children who are suffering in the world.

their dying their dying each and every day.
Children and others are dying every day due to violence, poverty, and various struggles.

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