Fantan Mojah is a rising reggae star, he hails from Kingston but was born O… Read Full Bio ↴Fantan Mojah is a rising reggae star, he hails from Kingston but was born Owen Moncrieffe in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica. Inspired by artist like Bob Marley, Burning Spear, Buju Banton, Capleton and Sizzla. Fantan Mojah has alsways been very motivated by music, he also is a strong religious man. Those two factors combined is Fantan Mojah, it is how he makes his powerful Reggae/Dancehall music. He signed with Greensleeves Records and in November 2005 Fantan Mojah released his debut album 'Hail The King', containing the No. 1 hit single 'Hungry'.

Thanks & Praise
Fantan Mojah Lyrics

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Jah love revealer (x3)

No no no no no no (x2)
Give thanks and praise!
No no no no no
Oh if jah bless you along that way,
You have to give thanks and praise
Only jah love, bless me thru my day

You don't listen to what they say
Jah love is here to stay,
Only jah love bless me thru my day oooh

Me tell dem say seek jah first and everything will come afta, don't get caught inna Babylon disaster
Righteousness me a hail dem with fire
Hail king selassie go higher
Yo black woman she bring up de yute and Babylon a kill dem!
Fire, no mi affi fling it pun dem
Haile King Selassie and the Empress Menen,
Me blaze up de fire once again

Oh if jah bless you along that way,
You have to give thanks and praise
Only jah love, bless me thru my day oooh
You don't listen to what they say
Jah love is here to stay,
Only jah love bless me thru my day oooh

Inna me cumin out inna me cumin in
Mi affi give thanks and praise to the king,
What a joy it brings its so amazing to see my princess bring forth offspring

Jah love revealer (x3)

No no no no no
If jah bless u along that way
You have to give thanks and praise
Only jah love bless me thru my day oooh
You don't listen to what they say
Jah love is there to stay,
Only jah love bless me thru my day oooh
Give thanks for the sun
Give thanks for the rain
When yur bak is turn u hail him the same
People change (give love now change)
But jah luv remains the same
People change; but jah love remains the same
People change; but jah love remains the same

Oh if jah bless you along that way, you have to give thanks and praise
Only jah love, bless me thru my day oooh
You dont listen to wat they say
Jah love is here to stay,
Only jah love bless me thru my day oooh

Me tell dem say seek jah first and everything will come afta,
Don't get caught inna Babylon disaster,
Righteousness me a hail dem with fire
Hail king selassie go higher
Yo black woman she bring up de yute and babylon a kill dem!
Fire, no mi affi fling it pun dem
Haile king selassie and the empress menen ,
Me blaze up de fire pon dem

Oh if jah bless you along that way, you have to give thanks and praise
Only jah love, bless me thru my day oooh
You dont listen to wat they say

Jah love is here to stay, only jah love
Bless me thru my day oooh

Overall Meaning

Fantan Mojah's song "Thanks & Praise" is a lyrical masterpiece that seeks to honor Jah, the most high God. The lyrics are a call for people to express gratitude for Jah's blessings and to recognize that his love is here to stay. Fantan starts off by saying Jah is the "love revealer" and emphasizes the importance of giving thanks and praise to Jah, especially when he blesses one along their journey. He goes on to assert that Jah's love is the only thing that can bless him through his day and encourages others not to listen to what others say, as Jah's love is constant.

It is interesting to note that the song is based on the Rastafarian religion, which is known for its devotion to Jah and the promotion of African cultural heritage. Fantan's use of the term "Babylon" is a reference to the oppressive systems and structures that Rastafarians believe are antithetical to Jah's divine order. The song highlights the importance of seeking Jah's will, recognizing his blessings, and denouncing the negativity of Babylon.

The song also showcases Fantan's lyrical prowess as he employs metaphors and wordplays to drive his message home. The line "Hail King Selassie go higher" is a reference to Emperor Haile Selassie I, who Rastafarians believe is the incarnation of Jah on earth. The line "Yo black woman she bring up de yute and Babylon a kill dem!" speaks to the challenges that the black community faces in Babylon, which includes institutionalized racism and economic exclusion.

Overall, "Thanks & Praise" is a powerful expression of gratitude to Jah and a rallying cry for the oppressed to unite against Babylon. It showcases Fantan as an insightful lyricist and a dedicated Rastafarian.

Line by Line Meaning

Jah love revealer (x3)
Acknowledging and praising the power of Jah's love

No no no no no no (x2)
Expressing dissent or disagreement with something or someone

Give thanks and praise!
Urging people to be grateful for and acknowledge the blessings in their lives

Oh if jah bless you along that way, You have to give thanks and praise
If Jah blesses you with good fortune, it is important to express gratitude

Only jah love, bless me thru my day
Asking for Jah's love and blessings to guide one through their day

You don't listen to what they say
Encouragement to ignore negative opinions and focus on Jah's love

Jah love is here to stay, Only jah love bless me thru my day oooh
Affirming that Jah's love is eternal and will never fade

Me tell dem say seek jah first and everything will come afta, don't get caught inna Babylon disaster
Advocating for prioritizing Jah's love and staying away from harmful influences of Babylon

Righteousness me a hail dem with fire
Speaking out for righteousness with passion and conviction

Hail king selassie go higher
Praising Emperor Haile Selassie and asking for his guidance

Yo black woman she bring up de yute and Babylon a kill dem!
Highlighting the importance of Black women in raising children and the injustice of Babylon killing them

Fire, no mi affi fling it pun dem
Calling for righteous anger and action against Babylon's oppression

Haile King Selassie and the Empress Menen, Me blaze up de fire once again
Reiterating praise for Emperor Haile Selassie and Empress Menen and reigniting the passion for justice

Inna me cumin out inna me cumin in, Mi affi give thanks and praise to the king, What a joy it brings its so amazing to see my princess bring forth offspring
Expressing joy and gratitude for the birth of a child and acknowledging the importance of praising Jah

Give thanks for the sun, Give thanks for the rain, When yur bak is turn u hail him the same
Encouraging gratitude for both good and bad experiences and continuing to praise Jah through it all

People change (give love now change), But jah luv remains the same
Acknowledging that people may change, but Jah's love will always stay consistent

Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, CALDERWOOD, INC.
Written by: AINSWORTH ARCHIBALD HALL

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