Do You Remember
Eek·A·Mouse Lyrics
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It wasn't black man alone, who died through bravery
'Though some a dem threw dem self over board
Because dis ya slaveship overload
It wasn't black man alone, that really really suffer as slaves
But we suffer the hardest way until today
And through disease we caught some a dem died
De whole world a cry, dem a cry, dem a cry, dem a cry
Do you, do you remember those days of slavery?
through crooked rocks, dangerous ocean
In ya dis ya civilisation
Me said-a do you, do you really remember
When it was the day of slavery?
Chiney man, Indian, white man died through bravery
But as black man we suffer as slave
The hardest way until today
But a-so dey say, but a-so, but a-so dey say
In Eek·A·Mouse's song "Do You Remember," the lyrics discuss the history of slavery and the harsh conditions that slaves had to endure. The song acknowledges that slavery was not only specific to black people, but people of other races also died through bravery. The first stanza highlights how some slaves threw themselves overboard from the overloaded slave ships to escape the inhumane conditions. He then goes on to say that slavery was not a thing of the past and that it still affects black people in today's society. The second stanza of the song touches on how the dehumanization of black people during slavery still affects African Americans in present-day society, through systemic racism and inequalities.
Eek·A·Mouse's "Do You Remember" is a powerful anthem that reminds us of our past and how it has affected our present. The song's lyrics call for us to remember the history of slavery and how far we have come as a society, but also how much further we need to go to achieve true equality for all. It is a rallying cry that encourages people to acknowledge the past and work towards a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you, do you remember those days of slavery?
The singer asks if the listener remembers the time when slavery existed.
It wasn't black man alone, who died through bravery
The singer explains that people of different races suffered and died while fighting against slavery.
'Though some a dem threw dem self over board
Some slaves jumped off the ship due to the extreme conditions on board.
Because dis ya slaveship overload
The reason behind slaves jumping off of the ship was because the ship was overloaded with slaves.
It wasn't black man alone, that really really suffer as slaves
The singer highlights that it was not just black people who suffered as slaves.
But we suffer the hardest way until today
Although other people suffered as slaves, black people had to face the worst conditions and still face the effects of slavery today.
Some a dem commit suicide
Some slaves chose to end their own lives.
And through disease we caught some a dem died
Some slaves contracted diseases which led to their death.
De whole world a cry, dem a cry, dem a cry, dem a cry
The whole world was crying over the brutal treatment of the slaves.
through crooked rocks, dangerous ocean
Slaves were transported through dangerous waters and rough terrains.
In ya dis ya civilisation
Even in modern times, such cruel acts were carried out in societies.
Me said-a do you, do you really remember
The singer repeats the question, emphasizing its importance.
When it was the day of slavery?
The singer is questioning the listener's knowledge of the day of slavery.
Chiney man, Indian, white man died through bravery
People of different races fought and died against slavery.
But as black man we suffer as slave
Black people were subjected to the worst forms of slavery.
The hardest way until today
Black people still face the lasting effects of slavery today.
But a-so dey say, but a-so, but a-so dey say
This could be interpreted as the singer acknowledging that despite the atrocities of slavery, some people still deny the lasting harm of it.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DANIEL M. NAKAMURA, JAMIE CULLUM, TEREN DELVON JONES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@denisea3364
I grew up with this music, never dies out never, and everytime i hear this music brings memories and joy, never get tired of reggae!
@DubIsTheFoundation
Tuffest bassline...simple but HARD. Respect Flabba 🫡
@alphaomega8373
That bass starts humming about 3/4s the way in, real nice.
@MatijaVabec
the RAWness of these jamaican tunes is amazing.. musicians, together, real deal.. they leave the mistakes in, no one cares, it still bangs
@barlin4972
It is even better with the "mistakes"!! Raw sounds often so good man, love it.
@keithbentley6081
Exactly, have you heard the crap the South Americans are coming out with? Like Vanilla Ice is to hip hop.
@MatijaVabec
@@manuellsen1993 beginning? They had to start over
@Vai.Corinthians
Eek A mouse 🐀 Classic! 🇯🇲 ❤
@juliefrancis8825
I am mad on this since I was a kid I was a tot when I went through my radio dial an picked up roots and I'm a Londoner
@Higher_Sun_Highzak
Big up yourself