McGregor's career began at the age of seven. In 1963 he joined with Ernest Wilson and Peter Austin to form The Clarendonians, and began to record for the legendary Studio One label. Freddie worked with producer Niney The Observer during the late 1970s and early 1980s.
His popularity soared in the early 1980s with the release of "Bobby Bobylon". Other popular hits of Freddie's include "Big Ship", "Push Comes To Shove", "Just Don't Want To Be Lonely" and "I Was Born A Winner"; as well as cover versions of many early reggae standards. He has also worked with producers Junjo Lawes, Linval Thompson and Gussie Clark. McGregor has also toured extensively for many years.
He established the Big Ship Recording Studio, and has produced many artists including Luciano and Mikey Spice. He is a member of the Twelve Tribes organization.
UK singles chart discography
* "Just Don't Want To Be Lonely" (1987) - Chart Number 9
* "That Girl (Groovy Situation)" (1987) - Chart Number 47
Three Little Birds
Freddie McGregor Lyrics
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'Cause every little thing gonna be all right.
Singin': "Don't worry about a thing,
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right! "
Rise up this mornin',
Smile with the risin' sun,
Three little birds
Singin' sweet songs
Of melodies pure and true,
Sayin', ("This is my message to you-ou-ou: ")
Singin': "Don't worry 'bout a thing,
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right."
Singin': "Don't worry (don't worry) 'bout a thing,
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right! "
Rise up this mornin',
Smiled with the risin' sun,
Three little birds
Pitch by my doorstep
Singin' sweet songs
Of melodies pure and true,
Sayin', "This is my message to you-ou-ou: "
Singin': "Don't worry about a thing, worry about a thing, oh!
Every little thing gonna be all right. Don't worry! "
Singin': "Don't worry about a thing" - I won't worry!
"'Cause every little thing gonna be all right."
Singin': "Don't worry about a thing,
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right" - I won't worry!
Singin': "Don't worry about a thing,
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right."
Singin': "Don't worry about a thing, oh no!
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right!
The song, "Three Little Birds" by Freddie McGregor is a song about reassurance and hope, that no matter what life throws at us, things will always be alright in the end. The lyrics begin with an encouragement to not worry about anything, and that every little thing is going to be all right. McGregor then goes on to describe how he wakes up every morning to the sound of three little birds singing by his doorstep. These birds sing sweet songs of pure and true melodies, serving as a metaphor for hope and positivity.
The message of the song is that no matter how difficult or challenging life may seem, we should remain optimistic and hopeful because every little thing will be alright. The repetition of the refrain, "Don't worry about a thing, 'Cause every little thing gonna be all right" reinforces this comforting message. McGregor sings with a smooth and soothing tone, further conveying the song's message of hope and positivity.
Overall, "Three Little Birds" is a song about resilience and the power of optimism. It reminds us to appreciate the simple joys in life, like the sweet melodies of birds singing in the morning, and to not let our worries and fears consume us.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't worry about a thing,
Do not stress over anything,
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right.
Because everything will be fine eventually.
Singin': "Don't worry about a thing,
I sing about not stressing over anything,
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right! "
Because everything will be fine eventually.
Rise up this mornin',
Wake up in the morning,
Smile with the risin' sun,
Smiling along with the sun rising,
Three little birds
Three small birds
Pitch by my doorstep,
Are sitting outside my door
Singin' sweet songs
They are singing beautiful tunes
Of melodies pure and true,
Their songs are honest and true
Sayin', ("This is my message to you-ou-ou: ")
They say, "This is my message for you."
Singin': "Don't worry 'bout a thing,
I am singing, "Do not stress over anything,
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right."
Because everything will be fine eventually."
Singin': "Don't worry (don't worry) 'bout a thing,
I am singing, "Do not stress over anything,
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right! "
Because everything will be fine eventually.
Singin': "Don't worry about a thing, worry about a thing, oh!
I sing, "Don't stress over anything, don't stress!
Every little thing gonna be all right. Don't worry! "
Because everything will be fine eventually."
Singin': "Don't worry about a thing" - I won't worry!
I sing, "I won't stress over anything."
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right."
Because everything will be fine eventually.
Singin': "Don't worry about a thing,
I am singing, "Do not stress over anything,
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right" - I won't worry!
Because everything will be fine eventually."I won't stress over anything."
Singin': "Don't worry about a thing,
I am singing, "Do not stress over anything,
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right."
Because everything will be fine eventually.
Singin': "Don't worry about a thing, oh no!
I sing, "Do not stress over anything, oh no!
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right!
Because everything will be fine eventually.
Writer(s): Marley Bob
Contributed by Anthony L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
RAS CARDO REGGAE
on Big Ship
RASPECT, MY BRETHREN FREDDIE. LONG TIME NUH SEE THE I. RAS CARDO REGGAE SENDS JAH LOVE. STAY SAFE MY BRETHREN.