The Reason
Gentleman Lyrics

2010 - people and we still around
Despite the challenges and obstacles we have faced, we continue to survive and thrive as a society in the present day.

open up another chapter
We must continue to progress and move forward as a society, opening new doors for growth and opportunity.

rain moon sun passes by
Time moves on and things change, whether it be the weather or societal norms.

grey blue sometimes the sky
The sky can be unpredictable and range in color, just as life can have its ups and downs.

mother earth in pain oh how she cry
The environment is suffering and we must do our part to alleviate the harmful effects of human activity in order to preserve the planet for future generations.

behavior like there ain't no tomorrow
People often act recklessly and without consideration for the future consequences of their actions.

from nature take a page and follow
We should look to the natural world for inspiration and guidance on how to live in harmony with the environment.

before the road get narrow
We should act now to address pressing issues, rather than waiting until the situation becomes dire and our options are limited.

straighten up yourself and fly straight just like an arrow
We should focus on self-improvement and strive to live virtuous lives, much like an arrow flies straight and true towards its target.

it's we who change and not the time
While time may pass and things may change, it is ultimately up to us as individuals and as a society to effect meaningful change in the world.

it seems like we searching for things that we'll never find
Humans have a tendency to search for happiness and meaning in life, often seeking external validation or material possessions, when the answer may lie within us all along.

don't you know there is a reason why we oh yah
There is a deeper, underlying purpose and meaning to life that we should all strive to discover.

livity and liberty on every corner
We should work towards creating a society where every individual is able to live a fulfilling and free life.

it's not a proper thing
Certain behaviors or actions are not acceptable or appropriate.

the way you mix up in a lot of tings
One should be cautious about the people and situations they become involved with in order to avoid negative consequences.

tired fi hear your tongue flattering
Empty flattery and insincere speech can become tiring for those around us.

guns dem chattering
The prevalence of guns and gun violence is a major issue that needs to be addressed in society.

and your bombs still battering
The use of bombs and other weapons of war leads to destruction and suffering, rather than lasting peace or resolution of conflicts.

man hafi wonder what's the mattering
It is natural to question the causes and effects of negative societal trends or issues.

send dem soldiers home
We should strive towards peace and diplomacy, rather than relying on military intervention as a primary means of solving problems.

too many fatherless children out there on their own
The absence of fathers or parental figures can have a profound negative impact on children, leading to increased vulnerability and hardship.

this a no stick and no stone
Referring to disputes or conflicts, physical violence is not an appropriate or effective solution.

finger pon the button got we living in a danger zone
The specter of nuclear war or disaster is a constant threat to life on this planet.

sick and mi tired of your war thing
War and militarism are exhausting and unproductive, leading to suffering and loss of life.

politics is like duppy it's permanent haunting
Politics can be a negative, corrupting influence that has lasting, harmful effects on society.

tell dem seh mi nuh stop chanting - chanting
The pursuit of positive change and justice is ongoing and requires sustained effort and dedication.