Everton Williams was born in the parish of Clarendon, Jamaica, but grew up in Kingston 13 on Maxfield Avenue. Everton worked as a painter, construction worker, and decorator, but he realized that the strong chemicals he was working with were not good for his voice or his health in general. With divine help and direction, he decided to leave his job to pursue a singing career. In 1980, he met Phyllis Thompson (who would later become his wife), and moved back to Clarendon. In 1985, Everton and Phyllis' first child, Isha, was born.
Although Everton had recorded a handful of singles for various producers, he had yet to score with a hit on the island. But that was all about to change in 1991 he voiced the autobiographical "Create a Sound." The song described Everton's experiences in the music business and with the Rasta faith. It was released the following year on the Star Trail label, and it was Everton Blender's first hit. Everton continued to record for Star Trail, who had a distribution deal with Heartbeat Records. 1994's Lift Up Your Head (HB 169) was Everton's full length debut, and featured "Create a Sound," along with the hits, "Family Man," "Bring di Kutchie," "My Father's Home," "Gwaan Natty," and the title track, which would go on to become one of the biggest anthems of the 1990's.
Everton continued to record for Star Trail and other labels, scoring hits including "Blend Dem," "World Corruption," "Bob Marley," "Piece of the Blender," "The Man," and "Coming Harder," all collected on the 1996 album, Piece of the Blender: The Singles (HB 209). At this time, Everton decided to take charge of his career and start his own label, which he named Blend Dem Productions. He began to finance most of his own recordings, a move that proved to heighten tension between him and many who wished to control the music production and promotion on the island. But he persevered, knowing that being in control of his career was the right decision, and his relationship with Heartbeat became even stronger. In 1999, Heartbeat released Everton Blender's first album of Blend Dem productions, Rootsman Credential (HB 227). Alongside boom shots like "Ghetto People Song," "Why Do We Have to War," and "False Words" was Everton's own productions including "Slick Me Slick," "These Hands," and many more strong statements of Everton's faith and will to succeed. Since the release of Rootsman Credential, Everton has toured the United States, Europe, and the Caribbean-establishing himself as one of the top touring forces from Jamaica. Live at the White River Reggae Bash (HB 242) captures Everton performing his most popular material with the Blend Dem band.
As the millennium came to a close, Heartbeat released an album of new Blend Dem productions that includes top acts riding Everton Blender produced rhythms. Dance Hall Liberation (HB 246) features Anthony B, Tony Rebel, Louie Culture, Richie Spice, Everton Blender, daughter Isha, and others. Everton was also executive producer on Richie Spice's debut album, Universal (HB 103), and plays a role in Spanner Banner's new release, Real Love (HB 249).
Blender's album released in 2001, Visionary (HB 254), consisted of his trademark conscious commitment over sizzling roots and dancehall self-productions. With guest appearances by Bennie Man, Anthony B, Tony Rebel, and Marcia Griffiths along with Everton's own strong performance, the album garnered favorable reviews throughout the music press. 2001 and 2002 also marked excellent touring year for Blender, where he headlined several major reggae events.
King Man (HB 258) is the latest work of Blend Dem Productions. This new album is the latest installment in Blender's legacy of excellent reggae music for the discerning listener. Expect to see Everton Blender somewhere near you as he tours later this year to support the release.
Lift Up Your Head
Everton Blender Lyrics
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LIFT UP YER HEAD AND HOLD IT UP HIGGGGGHHHH
WEEE KNOW THAT WEE'LL WIN THE PRIIIIIIIZE
TIME GETTIN HARDER, STILL WE STRIVIN FOR BETTER
AND WERE NOT GONNA STOP TILL THE BATTLE IS WON
AN WE GET JUSTICE
CAUSE IF YOU LOSE YER STAAAAANND
ANYONE WILL TRY TO PUSH YOU OOVER
LIFT UP YER HEAD AND HOLD IT UP HIGGGGGHHHH
WEEE KNOW THAT WEE'LL WIN THE PRIIIIIIIZE
LIFT UP YER HEAD AND HOLD IT UP HIGGGGGHHHH
WEEE KNOW THAT WEE'LL WIN THE PRIIIIIIIZE
DON'T BE DISCOURAGED, BY THE PITFALLS AND THEIR WORRIES
Pain endure FOR THE NIGHT BUT JOY COMETH IN THE MORNING
AND IF YOU LOSE YER SOUUUL THERE'S NOTHING TO GAIN
IT WILL BE OVER
OOOOVER AND OOOVER
LIFT UP YER HEAD AND HOLD IT UP HIGGGGGHHHH
WEEE KNOW THAT WEE'LL WIN THE PRIIIIIIIZE
LIFT UP YER HEAD AND HOLD IT UP HIGGGGGHHHH
WEEE KNOW THAT WEE'LL WIN THE PRIIIIIIIZE
(SOLO)
NAH GO BOW CAUSE THE COLOR OF MY SKIN
NAH GO CHEAT BECAUSE ME WAN FE WIN
NAH SEE THE CROWN AN STILL NO KNOW THE KING
NAH SEE BLESSIN AN NO KNOW BLESSING
CAUSE IF YOU LOSE YER STAAAAANND
HERE COMES SOMEONE TO PUSH YOU OOVER
OOOVER AND OOOOVER
LIFT UP YER HEAD AND HOLD IT UP HIGGGGGHHHH
WEEE KNOW THAT WEE'LL WIN THE PRIIIIIIIZE
LIFT UP YER HEAD AND HOLD IT UP HIGGGGGHHHH
WEEE KNOW THAT WEE'LL WIN THE PRIIIIIIIZE
TIME GETTIN HARDER, STILL WERE STRIVIN FOR BETTER
AND WERE NOT GONNA STOP TILL THE BATTLE IS WON
AN WE GET JUSTICE
CAUSE IF YOU LOSE YER CONTROL
THEY'LL SEND SOMEONE TO RUN YOU OOVER
OOOVER AND OOOOVER
LIFT UP YER HEAD AND HOLD IT UP HIGGGGGHHHH
WEEE KNOW THAT WEE'LL WIN THE PRIIIIIIIZE
LIFT UP YER HEAD AND HOLD IT UP HIGGGGGHHHH
WEEE KNOW THAT WEE'LL WIN THE PRIIIIIIIZE
The lyrics to Everton Blender’s “Lift Up Your Head” are about resilience and determination in the face of adversity. The song encourages listeners to stay strong and to not let anyone push them over or discourage them. Everton Blender implores listeners to hold their heads up high and to never lose sight of hope, even in difficult times.
Everton Blender’s use of repetition in the lyrics drives home the message that one must stay resolute in their efforts to achieve their goals. The repeated phrase “Lift up yer head and hold it up high” is a powerful call to action that serves as a reminder to listeners to focus on their goals and to not let anything bring them down. The lyrics also suggest that if one loses their stand, someone will try to push them over. This serves as a warning to listeners to stay strong and to not let anyone take advantage of them.
Overall, the song “Lift Up Your Head” serves as an inspirational anthem for those who are struggling and facing adversity. It reminds listeners to remain resilient, to stay focused on their goals, and to never lose hope.
Line by Line Meaning
LIFT UP YER HEAD AND HOLD IT UP HIGGGGGHHHH
Be confident and proud of who you are and hold your head up high.
WEEE KNOW THAT WEE'LL WIN THE PRIIIIIIIZE
We have faith and belief in ourselves that we will achieve our goals and be successful.
TIME GETTIN HARDER, STILL WE STRIVIN FOR BETTER
Although times may be tough, we continue to work hard and strive for improvement.
AND WERE NOT GONNA STOP TILL THE BATTLE IS WON
We will not give up until we achieve our desired outcome and overcome our challenges.
AN WE GET JUSTICE
Our hard work and efforts will pay off and we will receive the justice we deserve.
CAUSE IF YOU LOSE YER STAAAAANND
If you give up on yourself and your beliefs, others will try to bring you down and take advantage of you.
ANYONE WILL TRY TO PUSH YOU OOVER OOOVER AND OOOOVER
People will try to bring you down repeatedly if you don't stand up for yourself.
DON'T BE DISCOURAGED, BY THE PITFALLS AND THEIR WORRIES
Don't let setbacks and worries discourage you from continuing to work towards your goals.
Pain endure FOR THE NIGHT BUT JOY COMETH IN THE MORNING
Even though things may be difficult now, there will be better times ahead.
AND IF YOU LOSE YER SOUUUL THERE'S NOTHING TO GAIN
If you compromise your values, you will lose everything that truly matters.
IT WILL BE OVER OOOOVER AND OOOVER
The consequences of losing yourself will last and affect you repeatedly.
NAH GO BOW CAUSE THE COLOR OF MY SKIN
I will not give in because of the color of my skin, I will stand up for myself and what I believe in.
NAH GO CHEAT BECAUSE ME WAN FE WIN
I won't cheat, because I want to win fairly and with integrity.
NAH SEE THE CROWN AN STILL NO KNOW THE KING
Having material possessions does not mean one has true power or happiness.
NAH SEE BLESSIN AN NO KNOW BLESSING
One may have many blessings but not realize or appreciate them.
CAUSE IF YOU LOSE YER STAAAAANND
If you give up on yourself and your beliefs, others will try to bring you down and take advantage of you.
HERE COMES SOMEONE TO PUSH YOU OOVER OOOVER AND OOOOVER
Others will try to take advantage of you repeatedly if you don't stand up for yourself.
LIFT UP YER HEAD AND HOLD IT UP HIGGGGGHHHH
Be confident and proud of who you are and hold your head up high.
WEEE KNOW THAT WEE'LL WIN THE PRIIIIIIIZE
We have faith and belief in ourselves that we will achieve our goals and be successful.
Writer(s): William Mathis Copyright: Oxford University Press
Contributed by Liliana P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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We love u back. Blessings always
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Who is still Listening to Everton Blender in 2022 ??
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My mum won justice today and I played this for her. This is my gospel! 🙏❤️
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