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.
Homesick
Gentleman Lyrics
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You love life but you can't find the key to its door
Where is the smile upon your face
Living in disgrace
Running but the wrong things you chase
Yeah, I'm not saying anything you've never heard before
But I hope this time it a go reach to your core
To get things under control
Straight forward nuh waste time again
Movements cause the stone have to roll
The torch and light and the flame
The goodness in you to unchain
No more you are living in vain
Turn another page it won't be the same
And everybody's journey is their own
Haffi take the lead and no fall out
Now it's time to get up from the ground
And everybody's journey is their own
Haffi take the lead and no fall out
Now it's time to get up from the ground
And you're trying not to see the mess around you
But everywhere you turn it seems to abound you
In the mix of it the demons dem surround you
There's nothing they can do
To stop the love that has found you
Now the light and the truth can go round
Crucial to the riddim word power and sound, yeah
Now the fears and the doubt can go down
Contagious all over the town
And everybody's journey is their own
Haffi take the lead and no fall out
Now it's time to get up from the ground
Got to find the strength and no stall out
And everybody's journey is their own
Haffi take the lead and no fall out
Now it's time to get up from the ground
Ladies and gentlemen, this is none other than, Milky Chance
It's telling me why, eh eh, am I always sealing their own sick to they
Stuck in the places where I just gotta stay and I'm
Trying, eh eh, trying to feel the same
I'm trying to maintain and
Oh oh darling just keep on the lane and
Trying, eh eh, trying to feel the same
I'm trying to maintain and
Oh oh darling just keep on the lane and
And everybody's journey is their own
Haffi take the lead and no fall out
Now it's time to get up from the ground
And everybody's journey is their own
Haffi take the lead and no fall out
Get up from the ground (This is Phil on the guitar)
I'm very very happy to do this song with this artist, you know, and
I'm a big fan of his music and I love his spirit and,
Please, put your hands together for none other than Ky-Mani Marley
Yes, once again I really appreciate that you made it, you know
Love, love, couldn't give up the opportunity
Oh God!
In the lyrics of Gentleman's song "Homesick," the main theme revolves around an individual who feels lost despite loving life. The song speaks about feeling homesick for a place one's never seen before, and not being able to find the key to life's door. The lyrics heavily suggest that the individual is struggling with living a purposeful life and continually finds themselves pursuing the wrong things. The chorus highlights the importance of taking one's journey and leading oneself to reach a place of contentment.
The second verse suggests that the individual sees the mess around them and mentions how the demons surround one, but the light of truth will eventually overpower it. The lyrics emphasize the vitality of finding strength and continuing on one's journey no matter the circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
Homesick for a place you've never seen before
Feeling nostalgic for something that doesn't exist yet.
You love life but you can't find the key to its door
You enjoy life, but you feel like there is something holding you back from accessing all that it has to offer.
Where is the smile upon your face
Questioning the lack of happiness they are experiencing.
Living in disgrace
Feeling ashamed or unworthy of their current situation.
Running but the wrong things you chase
Trying to achieve something, but their efforts are misplaced or fruitless.
Yeah, I'm not saying anything you've never heard before
Acknowledging the commonality of their message.
But I hope this time it a go reach to your core
Expressing a desire for their words to resonate and impact the listener on a deeper level.
And now we can find ways again
Reaffirming the ability to make a change or get back to a better state.
To get things under control
To regain stability or control over a situation.
Straight forward nuh waste time again
Urging the need to be more direct and efficient in their actions.
Movements cause the stone have to roll
Every action they take has the potential to build momentum and cause change.
The torch and light and the flame
Metaphorical imagery for the positive aspects of oneself that can be brought to the surface.
The goodness in you to unchain
Encouraging the listener to unlock their own potential and virtues.
No more you are living in vain
Reaffirming that they have a purpose, and they should believe in themselves enough to fulfill it.
Turn another page it won't be the same
The ability to start anew and change their circumstances is always a possibility.
And everybody's journey is their own
Acknowledging that everyone's experiences and struggles are unique to them.
Haffi take the lead and no fall out
One must take control of their own life and not give up when the going gets tough.
Now it's time to get up from the ground
It's time to take action and move forward from their present circumstances.
And you're trying not to see the mess around you
Deliberately avoiding the negativity in their environment.
But everywhere you turn it seems to abound you
Despite their efforts, the negative influences are still prevalent.
In the mix of it the demons dem surround you
Being weighed down by personal struggles and inner demons.
There's nothing they can do
These demons hold no power over them if they don't allow it.
To stop the love that has found you
Despite the negativity, they are still capable of feeling love and positivity.
Now the light and the truth can go round
Their newfound positivity can be contagious and spread throughout their surroundings.
Crucial to the riddim word power and sound, yeah
Stressing the importance and influence of their message and music.
Now the fears and the doubt can go down
Overcoming negative feelings through positivity and self-confidence.
Contagious all over the town
Their message is spreading and impacting those around them in a positive way.
Got to find the strength and no stall out
Making a conscious effort to persevere and not give up.
This is Phil on the guitar
Introducing the musician Phil on guitar.
I'm very very happy to do this song with this artist, you know, and
Expressing joy in collaborating with Ky-Mani Marley.
I'm a big fan of his music and I love his spirit and,
Complimenting Ky-Mani Marley's music and positive energy.
Please, put your hands together for none other than Ky-Mani Marley
Introducing Ky-Mani Marley for the listeners to show their appreciation and applause.
Yes, once again I really appreciate that you made it, you know
Thanking Ky-Mani Marley for being a part of the song.
Love, love, couldn't give up the opportunity
Having a great respect and admiration for the opportunity to collaborate.
Oh God!
An exclamation of intense emotion or excitement.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Balfour Constantine Bailey, Tilmann Otto, Benjamin Bazzazian
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Johnstone858
Why am I always sealing their own sick today?
Stuck in places where I just can not stay
And I’m trying
I’m trying to feel the same
I’m trying to maintain
Oh darling just keep on the lane
I’m trying.. trying to feel the same
I’m trying to maintain
Darling just keep to your lane
@claudiacruz4012
I just can't stop replaying. I really love this. Clemens's voice tho!
@dominiquegilbert3056
Same thing for me ! I LOVE this song!!
@knasfrashavre
Same here, God bless!
@bugzjuliano3834
Milky Chance softly kills this song the moment he drops his vocals! I love it!!!
@renemelendezbarrera6790
Esta sesión en la MTV tiene muy buenas versiones 👌🏽 Suena excelente
@loreavilavillar
Amo sus canciones 💓💓💓💓
@MayaRose1971
Dieser Song geht mir immer noch ins Herz. Insbesondere die Backroundsängerinnen und auch das Gitarrensolo hebt "Homesick" auf eine wundersame Art.
@David-nk5ey
Beautiful song!
@kadhirlourens3300
Bless all people bless gentleman music one love he brings positive in everyone love peace unity
@gliazelle2949
Forever in love together for real...