Some bands have coined themselves as revolutionary, but Fear Nuttin Band is… Read Full Bio ↴Some bands have coined themselves as revolutionary, but Fear Nuttin Band is evolutionary. With their musical roots fusing the intensity of metal , the rhythm of Jamaican dancehall and the social consciousness of hip-hop , this band is defining a genre.

The Fear Nuttin Band sound is as diverse as the cultures the band members represent. The hot West Indian sun incubated the talents of frontmen Roosta (vocals), Prowla (vocals) and Jay Chung (guitar), while instrumentalists Matt Penza (drums), Chris Regan (guitar), Brian Daigle (bass) represent New England’s finest. The union of these six individuals was in the stars: with Chris, Jay, Penza and Brian lending their musical talents to heavy bands all over the Pioneer Valley, the four always found themselves in and out of bands together. It was the same day that Matt, Chris and Brian found themselves without a frontman that Roosta and Prowla called up and asked them to jam. These final Fear Nuttin Band members have been together since.

Much can be said about their home of Springfield, Massachusetts , and its reputation for breeding original artists and ideas. Put on the map for growing groundbreaking entertainers from the powerful reggae dynasty that is the Morgan Heritage, to the mixed melodies of one of the country’s biggest new rock acts Staind, the metal onslaught of Shadows Fall, and All That Remains, Springfield has become a musical hotbed. Fear Nuttin Band took the area by storm with their infamous live shows, and became hometown heroes when they were awarded wins in the Valley Advocate Grand Band Slam four years in a row, taking home the honors for best new band, best new reggae/ska band, and best party band.

Most recently, Fear Nuttin Band triumphantly competed in the nationwide Bodog Music Battle of the Bands, making them Boston’s champions and landing them a recording contract with Bodog Music. Fans watched as Fear Nuttin Band trekked the nation on the Bodog Battle reality TV series, winning the hearts and respect of their competitors and fans, and becoming a favorite among esteemed judges Johnny Rotten, Bif Naked and Billy Duffy. Fear Nuttin Band victoriously returned for the explosive Bodog Battle finale as the Alternative Press Magazine’s popular vote-back winner. Kevin Lyman, founder of the Warped Tour, told the band once, “All you need is one man to believe in this band and the rest is history.” Bodog Music’s founder Calvin Ayre is that man. Calvin was so excited about the public’s response to Fear Nuttin Band that even though they had been previously voted out of the competition, he made them a part of the Bodog Music roster alongside the Bodog Battle winners.

With their musical credo “Unify the Music, Unify the People,” the band has embarked on a musical mission. They have developed a worldwide following due in part to their unique sound, but also because of their diehard work ethic. Live, Fear Nuttin Band are an unforgettable force that draws audiences into the stage swagger of two of today’s most charismatic frontmen, Roosta and Prowla. Because of the band’s unique charisma and energy, they’ve played over 500 sold-out shows and toured the nation with the likes of Toots and the Maytals, Blink 182, Buju Banton, Green Day, Morgan Heritage, Fishbone, and graced several stages on the Vans Warped Tour. All this, plus the band has released several independent EPs, and developed their own merchandise line.

In 2007 Fear Nuttin Band linked up with famed producer Terry Date (The Deftones, Pantera, White Zombie, Korn) to take the reins on their Bodog Music debut record titled Yardcore. The album captures their infectious, energetic live performance while highlighting the vocalists’ phonetic banter and melodic verses. A mix of reggae, dance hall, and hard, heavy rock, the album is a progressive body of work. Peppered with political statements, the singers bare their souls through every track and speak of their personal values and beliefs. Yardcore is a crossbreed, a non-conformist body of work put together purely to give the listener something to think about. What it’s not is “Rockstaffari” bullshit — it’s an angsty, ballsy blend of hardcore instrumentals and vocals that scat and swoon with Jamaican nobility. Chris Regan and Jay Chung provide the wailing guitars and pocket riddem harmonies while Brian Daigle’s bass acts as the pulse of the rhythm section and Matt Penza’s drumming pyrotechnics pop and burst throughout the disc.

Fear Nuttin Band’s Yardcore is a real offering of love driven with intensity, and it might be the first album in history to cause a mosh pit that ends in hugs and high fives. Yardcore is set to be released in March 2008 on the Bodog Music label with simultaneous releases in America, Canada, Europe and the U.K.

Fears
Fear Nuttin Band Lyrics

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Throw your fears into the ocean, and mek dem sink right to the bottom yo
Cause I got no desire to live like this anymore — no no no no
I got a new meditation unto Jah Jah when mi give mi dedication yow
Now my dimensions are higher, I'm thinking more spiritual now

I'm movin on, just groovin on hear mi now
I'm movin on, just groovin on watch ya now

Cause I've been to the four corners of the earth
And I see my people in distress yes
And I see how my forefathers have been hurt
And it adds to mi daily stress, but Lord,
Give mi some peace of mind so I can think about the here and now,
I'm leaving all my fears behind
I don't need them any how
Follow mi and say

Throw your fears into the ocean, and mek dem sink right to the bottom yo
Cause I got no desire to live like this anymore — no no no no
I got a new meditation unto Jah Jah when mi give mi dedication now
Now my dimensions are higher, I'm thinking more spiritual now

The path that I know that I was on before
I had to detour, detour, detour
All mi hear in a mi head a just a voice just a tell mi
Think more think more think more
So me set me mental straight, unno fi understand,
My Lord mi nah go fear no man
Mi a walk with faith as mi new weapon
Dash way all satan clan, so follow me and say

Throw your fears into the ocean, and mek dem sink to the bottom yo,
Cause I got no desire to live like this anymore — no no no no
I got a new meditation unto Jah Jah when mi give mi dedication now
Now my dimensions are higher, I'm thinking more spiritual now

In a the ocean mi fears mi throw, all of the people wheh in a the front row
Listen up — dem yah kinda ting which you fi know
Yo, you fi let you light show, mi go so den, tell them fi read mi mind
Go tell dem say we fully incline
All the people dem unno come join di line, yo we go shout it out one more time
Gusso!

Throw your fears into the ocean, and mek dem sink right to the bottom you,
Cause I got no desire to live like this anymore — no no no no
I got a new meditation unto Jah Jah when mi give mi dedication you
Now my dimensions are higher, I'm thinking more spiritual now

Throw your fears into the ocean

Overall Meaning

"Fears" by Fear Nuttin Band is a powerful song about overcoming one's fears through the process of spiritual growth. The lyrics encourage listeners to let go of their fears and throw them into the ocean, so they can sink to the bottom and no longer trouble them. The singer declares that they are no longer interested in living in fear, and that they have found a new meditation unto Jah Jah (God), which has increased their spirituality and helped them to move forward in life. The chorus of the song encourages listeners to follow the singer and "throw their fears into the ocean," thus achieving inner peace and freedom.

The song also acknowledges the difficulties and struggles that people face in their daily lives. The artist speaks of having been to the four corners of the earth and seeing how people are in distress, adding to their daily stress. However, the artist also acknowledges that they have chosen to leave their fears behind and focus on the present. The artist speaks of detouring from their path and hearing a voice that urges them to "think more". The artist ends the song by suggesting that throwing one's fears into the ocean is not only an individual process, but one that can unite people and help them to support each other.

Overall, "Fears" is a song that encourages listeners to face their fears and embrace the power of spirituality. It speaks to the human experience of encountering challenges and the process of overcoming them. Through its inspiring lyrics and upbeat melody, the song encourages people to find inner peace and to support each other on their respective journeys.

Line by Line Meaning

Throw your fears into the ocean
Let go of your fears and release them into the ocean

and mek dem sink right to the bottom yo
Let them sink deep down and be gone forever

Cause I got no desire to live like this anymore - no no no no
I no longer want to live in fear and negativity

I got a new meditation unto Jah Jah when mi give mi dedication yow
I have a new way of meditating and dedicating my life to Jah Jah

Now my dimensions are higher, I'm thinking more spiritual now
My perspective has expanded to a more spiritual level

I'm movin on, just groovin on hear mi now
I am moving forward and focusing on positivity

I'm movin on, just groovin on watch ya now
I am moving forward and remaining aware

Cause I've been to the four corners of the earth
I have traveled far and wide

And I see my people in distress yes
I witness the struggles of my people

And I see how my forefathers have been hurt
I see the pain and oppression that my ancestors faced

And it adds to mi daily stress, but Lord,
It is overwhelming but I turn to the Lord for strength

Give mi some peace of mind so I can think about the here and now,
Grant me peace of mind to focus on the present moment

I'm leaving all my fears behind
I am overcoming and moving past my fears

I don't need them any how
I don't require my fears in my life

The path that I know that I was on before
The direction that I used to follow

I had to detour, detour, detour
I had to take a different route and make changes

All mi hear in a mi head a just a voice just a tell mi
All I hear in my head is a voice instructing me

Think more think more think more
Think deeper and with more clarity

So me set me mental straight, unno fi understand,
I am fixing my mindset, and you should comprehend

My Lord mi nah go fear no man
I will not fear anyone, as I have the protection of the Lord

Mi a walk with faith as mi new weapon
I am walking with faith as my new strength

Dash way all satan clan, so follow me and say
Get rid of any negativity and join me in positivity

In a the ocean mi fears mi throw, all of the people wheh in a the front row
Throw away my fears into the ocean, with those who are front and center

Listen up - dem yah kinda ting which you fi know
Pay attention - it is something you should understand

Yo, you fi let you light show, mi go so den, tell them fi read mi mind
You should let your light shine, and I will lead by example and express my thoughts

Go tell dem say we fully incline
Tell them that we are entirely devoted

All the people dem unno come join di line, yo we go shout it out one more time
Everyone, come and join together, and we will shout out again in unison

Gusso!
An expression of excitement and positivity

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