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.
Time Like This
Gentleman Lyrics
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There is no time like now
Feel the spirit of Jahoviah
Moving inside you now
No time like present
There is no time like now
Feel the power of almighty
Living inside you wow
And life it is like a river
Sometimes it takes me to places
Where I want to go
And then it's cold till I shiver
And that is the way how it goes
Sometimes it's rapid
Sometimes it's steep
Sometimes it's bitter sometimes sweet
Sometimes it's calm to put we to sleep
Sometimes we hafi cross a bridge that is weak
Sometimes we slip
Sometimes we slide
Sometimes it's takes us to the other side
Sometimes it's narrow
Sometimes it's wide
Always knowing the most high gonna guide
No time like present
There is no time like now
Feel the spirit of Jahoviah
Moving inside you now
No time like present
There is no time like now
Feel the power of almighty
Living inside you wow
Dem bury us but like flowers now we grow
Planted by the waters of wisdom you know
Marvel not of things look because it shows
Yesterday becomes today tomorrow goes
If what you seeking is a peace of mind
Blind can't be deaf and the deaf left behind
I beg you open up your eyes mankind
Can't you see we living in a perilous time
No time like present
There is no time like now
Feel the spirit of Jahoviah
Moving inside you now
No time like present
There is no time like now
Feel the power of almighty
Living inside you wow
The song "No Time Like Now" by Gentleman is a spiritual and philosophical composition that encourages listeners to embrace the present moment and recognize the power of the divine within us. The first stanza highlights the importance of living in the present and feeling the presence of Jahoviah, or God, within us. The repetitive use of the phrase "no time like present, there is no time like now" emphasizes the urgency and immediacy of this message. The second stanza compares life to a river that flows in multiple directions, representing the unpredictable nature of existence. The river may lead us to desired destinations or difficult challenges, but we must trust that the most high will guide us through all circumstances.
The third stanza expands on the theme of divine guidance and resilience in the face of adversity. The metaphor of flowers growing from beneath the soil represents the regenerative power of the human spirit, even in the face of oppression or hardship. Gentleman acknowledges that life is unpredictable and not always pleasant, but ultimately encourages listeners to have faith in a greater purpose and power. The final stanza echoes this sentiment, calling for listeners to awaken to the reality of our current world and strive for a more peaceful, just existence.
Line by Line Meaning
No time like present
There is no better time to act than now
There is no time like now
You cannot find a better moment than the present
Feel the spirit of Jahoviah
Experience the divine presence
Moving inside you now
Feel it strongly and intensely within yourself
Feel the power of almighty
Sense the strength of the divine being
Living inside you wow
Residing within you, impressing you with wonder and amazement
And life it is like a river
Life is a meandering flow of experiences and events
Sometimes it takes me to places
At times, life leads us to new destinations
Where I want to go
Where I've always wanted to be
And then it's cold till I shiver
At other times, life chills us to our core
And that is the way how it goes
It's just the way life works
Sometimes it's rapid
Life can be fast-paced
Sometimes it's steep
Life can be a difficult climb
Sometimes it's bitter sometimes sweet
Life has its ups and downs
Sometimes it's calm to put we to sleep
Life can be peaceful and relaxing
Sometimes we hafi cross a bridge that is weak
At times, we must take a risk even when it seems hazardous
Sometimes we slip
Sometimes we make mistakes
Sometimes we slide
Sometimes we take a tumble
Sometimes it's takes us to the other side
Sometimes life delivers us to our destination
Sometimes it's narrow
Sometimes the path is constricted
Sometimes it's wide
Sometimes we have a lot of room to move
Always knowing the most high gonna guide
Knowing that a higher power will always direct us
Dem bury us but like flowers now we grow
We can rise from life's challenges, just like flowers grow from the earth
Planted by the waters of wisdom you know
Wisdom is like the nurturing water that helps us grow
Marvel not of things look because it shows
Don't be surprised by appearances; they reveal the true essence of things
Yesterday becomes today tomorrow goes
The past becomes present and then becomes the past again
If what you seeking is a peace of mind
If you want to find tranquility
Blind can't be deaf and the deaf left behind
If you are ignorant, you will be unaware of what is going on around you
I beg you open up your eyes mankind
I implore you to be aware of your surroundings, human beings
Can't you see we living in a perilous time
Do you not realize that we are living in dangerous times?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RICHARD STEPHENSON, B. BAILEY, TILMANN OTTO
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