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.
Imperfection
Gentleman Lyrics
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We're only human
Do you prefer holdin' back or say what you wanna say?
Do you prefer meditation or prefer to pray?
When there is a situation, do you run away?
Trouble self your mind
Would you rather be free or make yuh bed in a cage?
Do you judge a book and neva open a page
Are you ready to cool it
Are you holdin' your rage
Trouble self your mind
'Cause we're only human
With imperfections
'Cause there is a time and a place for everything
We're only human, yeah
Are you gonna look back and say that you never live?
Expect to receive but then you don't wanna give
Your conscience and vacation your heart is a drift
Trouble self your mind
Are you willing and able and facin' this place?
Or are you givin' up a wan' move outta space?
I know you know what I'm sayin' I see di look on yuh face
Trouble self your mind
Seh we still all a rejoice, still a all di vibes, still a show love
We nuh crazy
Hundred per cent, no compromise, this a no if, this a no maybe
Always found a way stay strong an memba no need to be shady
And we not show love once a year on occasion it shoulda be daily
'Cause we're only human
With imperfections
'Cause there is a time and a place for everything
We're only human, yeah, yeah
Sometimes we feel like life is a runaway car
So many barriers, so many gates and bars
Sometimes you feel like life is a runaway car
So many barriers, so many gates and bars
Do you prefer holdin' back or say what you wanna say?
Do you prefer meditation or prefer to pray?
When there is a situation, do you run away?
Trouble self your mind
Would you rather be free or make yuh bed in a cage?
Do you judge a book and neva open a page
Are you ready to cool it
Are you holdin' your rage
Trouble self your mind
'Cause we're only human
With imperfections
'Cause there is a time and a place for everything
We're only human
In Gentleman's song Imperfection, the artist speaks to the common flaws that humans have and how they deal with them. The song presents a series of questions to the listener, asking them to reflect on the choices they make and how they handle various situations. The artist encourages introspection and self-reflection, urging the listener to "trouble self your mind" and consider how they are living their life.
Gentleman also speaks to the idea that despite our imperfections, we are all still capable of rejoicing and showing love. He emphasizes the need for consistency in showing love and not just limiting it to special occasions. The song offers a message of hope, reminding the listener that they are "only human" and that imperfection is a part of the human experience.
Overall, the song encourages introspection and self-improvement. It reminds the listener that despite their imperfections, they still have the capacity to make positive changes in their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
We're only human
We are not perfect beings
Do you prefer holdin' back or say what you wanna say?
Do you choose to suppress your feelings or express them?
Do you prefer meditation or prefer to pray?
Do you prefer to find inner peace or seek it from a higher power?
When there is a situation, do you run away?
Do you face difficult situations, or do you avoid them?
Would you rather be free or make yuh bed in a cage?
Do you prioritize freedom, or are you content with being restricted?
Do you judge a book and neva open a page
Do you make assumptions without gathering information?
Are you ready to cool it, are you holdin' your rage
Are you able to control your anger and remain calm?
'Cause we're only human, with imperfections
We are flawed because of our humanity
There is a time and a place for everything
Every action has a suitable moment and location
Are you gonna look back and say that you never live?
Will you regret not making the most out of life?
Expect to receive but then you don't wanna give
Do you expect things from others without offering anything in return?
Your conscience and vacation your heart is a drift
Your moral compass is lost and your emotions are unsettled
Are you willing and able and facin' this place?
Are you ready and capable of confronting the challenges of life?
Or are you givin' up a wan' move outta space?
Are you considering running away from your problems?
Seh we still all a rejoice, still a all di vibes, still a show love
We should continue to celebrate and spread positivity and love
Hundred per cent, no compromise, this a no if, this a no maybe
We should always strive to give our all, without hesitation or doubt
Always found a way stay strong an memba no need to be shady
We should remain true to ourselves and not resort to deceitful actions
And we not show love once a year on occasion it shoulda be daily
We should express love and kindness every day, not just on special occasions
Sometimes we feel like life is a runaway car, so many barriers, so many gates and bars
Life can sometimes feel out of control and full of obstacles
'Cause we're only human, with imperfections
Our flaws are a product of our humanity
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Tilmann Otto, Egbert Nathaniel Dawkins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@cescojamdirealest
''Do you prefer holding back or say what you wanna say?
Do you prefer meditation or prefer to pray?
When there is a situation, do you run away?
Troubles of your mind
Would you rather be free or make your bed in a cage?
Do you judge a book and never open a page?
Are you ready to cool it, are you holding your rage?
Troubles of your mind
'Cause we're only human, with imperfections
'Cause there is a time and a place for everything
We're only human, yeah ah'
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@floriantenerife
This statement is neither mature or humble, cause you put yourself above others for the reason that you listen to Gentleman - if "we" as "fans" of gentleman are king and queens, what is the rest supposed to be?
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