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.
I Got To Go
Gentleman Lyrics
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Going on tour
To make my family to feel secure
I'm out for sure
I take a look through my window
Outside the door
Saying bye to my children
I'm out for sure
Now I'm going cause I got to go
Sometimes my family don't really know
I coulda find a better way to show
Find a way to stop your tears from flow
Knowing that I got to go
I wish my family could really know
Hoping that they understand
This is all part of a bigger plan
Nothing what good a come easy
So we keep toil and toil keep toiling away
Some situations it nuh please we
We have to keep working and
Working until that day
Keep moving while them sleeping
My objectives are clear so I have to obey
And no matter what dem say
I got my part to play
I'll be back I won't stay
Now I'm going cause I got to go
Sometimes my family don't really know
I coulda find a better way to show
Find a way to stop your tears from flow
Knowing that I got to go
I wish my family could really know
Hoping that they understand
This is all part of a bigger plan
Here I am again from place to place
I wish I could be there to wipe those
Tears out of your face
From continent to continent
This work is eminent
Unconditional this love just can't replace
Sometimes it's hard when you're on your own
The kids need a father and you're not at home
You know I am there isn't going no where
And then you won't be alone
In "I Got To Go," Gentleman expresses the emotional struggles he faces as he sets out on yet another tour. The song begins with him packing his bags and leaving his family to seek financial security. His window is an image in which he sees his children for what might be the last time before he leaves for his travels. The lyrics speak of his yearning to find an alternate way of showing love and gratitude to his family other than leaving. However, due to certain circumstances, Gentleman must work hard to support his family and achieve his ambition. He understands that the prize does not come easy, so he keeps branding towards his goal. Despite his positive attitude, the lyrics express his sadness over leaving his family and the difficulties that come with his absence. Gentleman's ultimate message is the broader plan behind his sacrifices and that he hopes his family can accept and understand his actions.
Line by Line Meaning
Pack my bag I got to leave once more
I need to get ready to go on another trip
Going on tour
I'm taking a trip to perform at various locations
To make my family to feel secure
I need to make sure my family is financially supported
I'm out for sure
I'm definitely leaving
I take a look through my window
I glance outside
Outside the door
Looking through the door
Saying bye to my children
I'm saying goodbye to my kids
Now I'm going cause I got to go
I have to leave now
Sometimes my family don't really know
My family doesn't always understand
I coulda find a better way to show
I should have found a better way to explain
Find a way to stop your tears from flow
I wish I could prevent them from crying
Knowing that I got to go
I'm aware that I have to leave
I wish my family could really know
I hope my family will understand why I have to leave
Hoping that they understand
I hope they'll comprehend
This is all part of a bigger plan
This is necessary for a greater purpose
Nothing what good a come easy
Achievement requires hard work
So we keep toil and toil keep toiling away
We keep working hard
Some situations it nuh please we
Some situations are unpleasant
We have to keep working and
We must continue to work
Working until that day
Working until we reach our goal
Keep moving while them sleeping
I'm working while others are resting
My objectives are clear so I have to obey
I'm determined to achieve my goals
And no matter what dem say
Regardless of anyone's opinion
I got my part to play
I have a role to fulfill
I'll be back I won't stay
I'll return, I won't be gone forever
Here I am again from place to place
I'm traveling from one location to another
I wish I could be there to wipe those tears out of your face
I wish I could comfort you
From continent to continent
Traveling across different continents
This work is eminent
This work is important
Unconditional this love just can't replace
My love for my family is irreplaceable
Sometimes it's hard when you're on your own
It's difficult to be alone
The kids need a father and you're not at home
My children need me, but I'm not there
You know I am there isn't going no where
I'll always be there for my family
And then you won't be alone
I won't let you be alone
Contributed by Amelia K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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PATRIOTYCZNATV
POLSKA DZIĘKUJĘ ZA TAK PIĘKNE LIVE :) ORGINAL Z PŁYTY SIĘ CHOWA!!!!!!!!
Świnka Halinka
świetne ;D
Alden Halkic
This shit hard for the man who takes care of his family ❤️❤️❤️❤️
JiKook‘s Future Wife
Wow this song is awesome.
Eliab Lemus
Awesome!!!!
sunsaayy
Az trudno uwierzyc ze jest niemcem ...najelpszy jak dla mnie spiewak reggae
banditqueennumber1
było przefest :)
Meleu Levent
Favorite ..make me so feel good !
Katarzyna Sporczyk
Gentleman w lipcu w Płocku na Reggaelandzie!! <3