Gentleman (⋆ as Tilmann Otto 1975 in Osnabrück, Germany) is a reggae musica… Read Full Bio ↴Gentleman (⋆ as Tilmann Otto 1975 in Osnabrück, Germany) is a reggae musican. Gentleman resides in Cologne, but sometimes names Jamaica as his home away from home. He became hooked on his brother’s reggae records and thus wanted to get to know Jamaica first-hand. He has been traveling to Jamaica regularly since he was 16, and the island has become a second home for him. Gentleman is also regarded as a popular reggae artist in Jamaica as well, which he regards as an honor, being a European.

In 1999, Gentleman released his first album Trodin on and in 2002, his 2nd longplayer Journey to Jah. His album Confidence climbed to number 1 on the German album charts in 2004.
2007: Another Intensity

His career began with the collaboration of the band Freundekreis which produced the song “Tabula Rasa.” After beginning his career as dancehall deejay , his music oriented to the classic form of the reggae, as it was between 1970 and 1985, with artists as Bob Marley, Max Romeo, Jacob Miller, Junior Murvin, Devon Irons, Burning Spear and Black Uhuru. He sings mainly in Jamaica Patois English. With songs like “Send A Prayer” Gentleman expresses his deep belief in God from an universal religious persepctive. His album Confidence climbed to number 1 on the German album charts in 2004.
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Gentleman is also an Indie(ish) band from Maryland. Members of The Summer We Went West, Dawn Treader, Monument, etc.

All That You Had
Gentleman Lyrics

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[Chorus]
If you did prepare fore those rainy days
You wouldn't be sweeped away by the storm
If you would listen what the wise man say
All that you had wouldn't be gone
If you would trust into the father
And find a few minutes to pray
Now life seems so much harder

I know jah would show you the way

Rise up and your heart it must be clean
But if you mingle ina corruption jah jah nuh let you in
I trust ina the highest supreme
Jah make i a pure as a stream
Never will i trade my love for vanity
Never will i be a victim of dem insanity
All i have is love for humanity
Come help me sing da song ya if you agree with mee

[Chorus]

Don't burn your bridges
Don't you ever turn back and close the door
Cause it just might be
That you want to use that same bridge once more
The sun sets in the west
Representing a new dawn
Continue do your best and life goes on and on

[Chorus]

Nuh go be no part of dem controversy
I know who i am and who i supposed to be
Moving on with jah jah and keep him close to me
Life over all means the mos to me
Together now-one ever now
We can make it through and any kind of weather
Forever now-life is the treasure now
So tell me what you prefer now

[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The song "All That You Had" by Gentleman focuses on the importance of being prepared for challenging times and avoiding corruption. The chorus encourages listeners to prepare for the rainy days to avoid being swept away by the storm of life. By trusting in God and dedicating time to prayer, one can avoid the difficulties that life throws our way. The lyrics also stress the need to stay away from corruption and vanity.

The song also highlights the importance of never burning bridges and leaving opportunities for a new dawn. The sun setting in the west symbolizes an end, but it also represents a new beginning. The song encourages listeners to always do their best and to remain true to themselves and their values, no matter the circumstances.

Throughout "All That You Had," Gentleman emphasizes the importance of love, unity, and trust in God. By living a pure life and dedicating themselves to jah, listeners can find a sense of purpose and meaning. The song is not only a call for individual self-improvement but for global unity in the face of adversity.

Line by Line Meaning

If you did prepare fore those rainy days
If you had planned ahead for difficult times

You wouldn't be sweeped away by the storm
You wouldn't be overwhelmed by the challenges

If you would listen what the wise man say
If you took advice from those who are experienced and knowledgeable

All that you had wouldn't be gone
You wouldn't have lost everything you had worked for

If you would trust into the father
If you relied on a higher power or God

And find a few minutes to pray
And took some time to pray for guidance and strength

Now life seems so much harder
Currently, life is challenging and difficult

I know jah would show you the way
I believe that God would provide guidance and help you find the right path

Rise up and your heart it must be clean
Improve your character and be pure in your intentions

But if you mingle ina corruption jah jah nuh let you in
If you associate with corrupt individuals, you won't be accepted by God

I trust ina the highest supreme
I believe in the ultimate power or God

Jah make i a pure as a stream
God has made me pure and clean

Never will i trade my love for vanity
I will never let selfish desires overpower love and kindness

Never will i be a victim of dem insanity
I won't let myself become a victim of others' crazy behaviors

All i have is love for humanity
My greatest possession is my love for all people

Come help me sing da song ya if you agree with mee
Join me in singing this song if you share similar beliefs

Don't burn your bridges
Don't cut off your relationships or opportunities

Don't you ever turn back and close the door
Don't reject others or let pride prevent you from making amends

Cause it just might be
You might need those same relationships or opportunities again

That you want to use that same bridge once more
You might need that same relationship or opportunity again

The sun sets in the west
The day comes to an end

Representing a new dawn
But a new day is always on the horizon

Continue do your best and life goes on and on
Keep doing your best and life will continue

Nuh go be no part of dem controversy
Don't engage in conflicts or controversies with others

I know who i am and who i supposed to be
I understand my identity and purpose

Moving on with jah jah and keep him close to me
I'm moving forward with God by my side

Life over all means the mos to me
Above all else, life is the most important thing to me

Together now-one ever now
Let's come together as one

We can make it through and any kind of weather
We can overcome any challenge or obstacle

Forever now-life is the treasure now
Life is the greatest treasure we have

So tell me what you prefer now
What do you value most in life?

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DONALD DENNIS, BOBBY DIXON, PAUL CROSDALE, EVEROLD DWYER, DALTON BROWNE, TILMANN OTTO, WILBURN COLE, EVEROLD ANTHONY DWYER, DALTON ANTHONY BROWNE, PAUL CROSSDALE, COLE WILBURN

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