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.
Weary No More Feat. Tamika
Gentleman Lyrics
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Ey free yourself from pain and misery
Look at the sheer majesty of the mountain scenery
Just look around and tek some time
Open up your eyes and don't be blind
And you will see that Jah Jah love is so devine
Yuh think about the problems wha surround yuh
Think about Jah Jah him yuh fi ask fa
And yuh will prosper
Think about the journey that you've been through
And the prosperity around you
Leave it up to Jah oh mighty Jah Jah
Chorus:
When Jah Jah is calling
Cause your teardrops keep falling
Answer his call, you will weary no more
In each and every way
We must watch and pray
Giving thanks for such a lovely day
But there are those who play
In some corrupted ways
Forgetting that for sin we pay
Like Jesus fast
And Moses cross
The red sea protected by the boss
Let tribulation pass
Injustice never last
You Mr.Jury don't you judge too fast
Without Jah it nuh make sense you depend upon your jinx-sing
Never ago make it if you worship your bling bling
Forget about Jah and a gwaan like you kingpin
And nuh know seh that your ship is sinking
Look how you burning but you soon hafi go cool
Every day you drinking from the bloody pool
Conscience is the different between wise and fool
You never heard about dis ya golden rule
Chorus
Weary likkle one
Dry your tears erase your fears
Jah is knocking on your door
They may let you down
Throw you pon the ground
Better tomorrow will come for sure
You've got to remember
Jah Jah love will never let you down
So don't you surrender
Live your life on a higher ground
Chorus
In the song "Weary No More," Gentleman is urging the listener to free themselves from pain and misery and take some time to appreciate the beauty of the world around them. He encourages them to open their eyes and see the divine love of Jah Jah (God) in the majestic mountain scenery. When life's problems seem insurmountable, Gentleman suggests turning to Jah for guidance and prosperity. He reminds us that we should be grateful for the good things in life and watch and pray for better days. In contrast, he warns against those who lead corrupt lives, forgetting that sin has consequences. He encourages the listener to be guided by their conscience and follow the golden rule. In the end, the key message of the song is to trust in Jah Jah's love and remember that better times will come.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh yes
An expression of agreement and enthusiasm to the upcoming message.
Ey free yourself from pain and misery
Liberate yourself from emotional and physical pain and suffering.
Look at the sheer majesty of the mountain scenery
Take a moment to appreciate the grandeur of nature's beauty.
Just look around and tek some time
Observe your surroundings and take a moment to reflect on your life.
Open up your eyes and don't be blind
Be aware of the world around you and do not ignore reality.
And you will see that Jah Jah love is so devine
You will realize that the love of God is heavenly and divine.
Yuh think about the problems wha surround yuh
Consider the troubles that are affecting your life.
Then yuh sit down wonder what yuh gonna do
Contemplate what you can do to overcome those problems.
Think about Jah Jah him yuh fi ask fa
Think about turning to God for guidance.
And yuh will prosper
You will achieve success and contentment.
Think about the journey that you've been through
Reflect on the experiences you have had in your life.
And the prosperity around you
Be grateful for the blessings that are present in your life.
Leave it up to Jah oh mighty Jah Jah
Surrender your problems and life to God, the Almighty.
When Jah Jah is calling
When God is reaching out to you.
Cause your teardrops keep falling
Because you are crying and experiencing pain.
Answer his call, you will weary no more
Respond to God's invitation, and you will find peace.
In each and every way
In every aspect of your life.
We must watch and pray
Stay vigilant and pray to God.
Giving thanks for such a lovely day
Express gratitude for the beautiful day you are experiencing.
But there are those who play
However, some people act recklessly.
In some corrupted ways
Engaging in immoral or unethical actions.
Forgetting that for sin we pay
Ignoring the consequences that result from wrongdoing.
Like Jesus fast
Similar to Jesus fasting.
And Moses cross
And like Moses crossing the Red Sea by God's guidance.
The red sea protected by the boss
God protects us from danger.
Let tribulation pass
Endure hardships until they pass.
Injustice never last
Unfairness and inequality will not persist forever.
You Mr.Jury don't you judge too fast
Do not rush to judgement, Mr. Jury.
Without Jah it nuh make sense you depend upon your jinx-sing
It does not make sense to rely on luck without trusting God's guidance.
Never ago make it if you worship your bling bling
You will not succeed if you focus only on material possessions.
Forget about Jah and a gwaan like you kingpin
If you ignore God, you will act recklessly with a false sense of power.
And nuh know seh that your ship is sinking
Not realizing that your situation is deteriorating.
Look how you burning but you soon hafi go cool
You are suffering now, but it will pass and you will cool down.
Every day you drinking from the bloody pool
You are continuously engaging in harmful practices that lead to your own suffering.
Conscience is the different between wise and fool
The distinction between a wise person and a fool is their level of self-awareness and moral judgement.
You never heard about dis ya golden rule
You seem to be unaware of the Golden Rule, which is to treat others as you would like to be treated.
Weary likkle one
Tired and weary individual who is feeling small.
Dry your tears erase your fears
Stop crying and eliminating any sense of fear.
Jah is knocking on your door
God is reaching out to you.
They may let you down
People may disappoint you at times.
Throw you pon the ground
They may bring you down and make you feel small.
Better tomorrow will come for sure
However, a brighter and better future awaits.
You've got to remember
You must keep in mind.
Jah Jah love will never let you down
God's love will always be there for you.
So don't you surrender
Therefore, do not give up hope or strength.
Live your life on a higher ground
Strive for moral and spiritual excellence.
Contributed by Stella O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.