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/
Jah Jah Hear My Plea
Don Carlos Lyrics
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yeah yeah yeah yeah
woh woh woh woh
Jah Jah
please hear my plea
wooh ohh
Jah Jah hear now to me
For so long I have been in Babylon
And no one to give me a helping hand
no
All they try to do is fight I down
But I know that Jah Jah will keep I around
soo ooh
Jah Jah
please hear my plea
oohh
Jah Jah hear now to me
Oh yeah
Everything I try do to
Always turns out wrong; its true!
No one to help me no no no way
no
No one to help me I say ohh yeah
SOOH OOH
Jah Jah
please hear my plea
ooo ohh
Jah Jah hear now to me
Oh oh oh
lalalala
yeah yeah yeah yeah
woh woh woh woh
For so long I have been in Babylon
I cant even get to sing Jah Jah song
Though frustrations surround me
oh yeah
Not even one man I see to assist
wohh
Jah Jah
please hear my plea
oohh
Jah Jah hear now to me
Oh yeah
wowo woh wowh woh
Yeah Yeah yeah yeah
woh woh woh woh
Everything I try do to
Always turns out wrong; its true!
No one to help me no no no way
no
No one to help me I say ohh yeah
sooo
Jah Jah
please hear my plea
oohh
Jah Jah hear now to me
woooo wwwooo
yeah yeah yeah yeah
The lyrics of Don Carlos's "Jah Jah Hear My Plea" reveal the struggles of a man who has been in Babylon for a long time, desperately seeking help but finding none. The song starts off with the singer calling out to Jah Jah, asking Him to hear his plea. He then goes on to describe how he has been in Babylon for so long without anyone to help him, and instead of getting assistance, people try to fight him down. However, the singer is confident that Jah Jah will keep him around despite the odds. The chorus is a plea to Jah Jah to hear him and come to his aid.
The second verse of the song speaks of how everything the singer tries to do turns out wrong, and he has no one to help him. The frustration that envelops him is apparent as he pleads with Jah Jah to hear him and come to his rescue. The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus, with the singer calling out to Jah Jah, asking Him to hear his plea and to come to his aid.
Overall, "Jah Jah Hear My Plea" is a beautiful and powerful song about faith, struggle, and hope. It is a reminder that when things seem hopeless, turning to faith and calling upon a higher power can bring comfort and strength.
Line by Line Meaning
Jah Jah
Calling out to God, seeking divine intervention
please hear my plea
Asking God to listen to the singer's request
wooh ohh
Expressing emotional appeal
Jah Jah hear now to me
Reiterating the singer's request for divine help
For so long I have been in Babylon
The singer has been struggling in a difficult and oppressive environment
And no one to give me a helping hand no
The singer has not received any assistance from others
All they try to do is fight I down
Others have actively opposed and attempted to undermine the singer's efforts
But I know that Jah Jah will keep I around soo ooh
Despite the challenges, the singer has faith that God will protect them
Oh yeah
Emphasizing the singer's conviction and belief
Everything I try do to Always turns out wrong; its true!
The singer feels that their efforts have been unsuccessful
No one to help me no no no way no
The singer has not received any assistance from others
No one to help me I say ohh yeah
Emphasizing the singer's sense of isolation and need for help
For so long I have been in Babylon I cant even get to sing Jah Jah song
The oppressive environment has prevented the singer from expressing their beliefs through music
Though frustrations surround me oh yeah
The singer feels overwhelmed by difficulties
Not even one man I see to assist
The singer has not found any supportive individuals
Jah Jah please hear my plea oohh
Repeating the request for divine intervention
wowo woh wowh woh
Expressing emotional appeal
sooo
Expressing frustration and need
woooo wwwooo yeah yeah yeah yeah
Expressing emotional appeal
Contributed by Addison P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@user-on6jy4cq6y
This song takes me to far places when am listening to it,the combination of the instruments and anice tone of the voice haaa!!! I fill so blessed and trust that God has answered my plea.MayGod almighty bless Don Caros for the good massage out there.(tryanguler slave trade)
@elijahtk3893
As a Christian from a staunch religious home, I can still say these Rasta men are just so talented with songs that teach us good moral and social values as humans. Jah Rastafari bless his prophets and hear the pleas of his poor children on earth. Nof respek from Ghana ! 🤣🤣
@michaeljumo3810
Jah is shortcut of Jehovah, these guys are very committed worshippers.
@brytonmasaire5542
42years later we still enjoy the song recorded before we were even born,praise to Jah
@antonykatunga2272
Don carlos is a legend remember him performing at kicc it was a 100% concert.
@marsdenk.6162
💯💯
@mosesmwenda1047
Reggae music 🎶 is the only music that has been able stand the test of time
@tashupan
Wow, this kinda music doesnt grow old.....i listen to it i feel the age shedding off me...i remember i was young those days back ..it gives me hope...in good memory of my frienship Joy Manhanga who once answered our english teacher .. 'Yeah Man!" and was chased out of class for a week 1985.. RIP Joy my friend.....
@kylewick3737
Yeah Man!!!!
@bernadettemarideve2359
Kkkkkkk. Hilarious. RIP Joy...