From Hanover he moved to St. James where hie attended school and ultimately growing into a mild mannered young man. While in St. James Ginjah realized that „Music is mi life“, and in 1994 he moved to Central Village, Spanish Town where he had his first Studio-Session at the age of seventeen! This Studio was no others than the illustrious King Jammy´s, home to many giants in the music business. Although Ginjah was ready for the world, having now been exposed to critics of an acclaimed studio such as Jammy´s the world has not yet become aware of his musical talents, so he made the best of his time while in Central Village helping to organize a Young People Talent Search for his home community. He not only saw local talent but showcased his own which gave him valuable experience which he would use later on. In 1999 he cought the ear of Beres Hammond who instantly became convinced of the potential of this young man. He was immediatly invited by Beres Hammond to his Harmony House Label. In 2000 Beres label opened his door to Ginjah where he began his early recordings.
No sooner than 2001 he was on tour with Beres Hammond on his Caribbean Tour. That year Ginjah opened several shows streching across the major caribbean cities leaving behind a trail of satisfied patrons wanting for more. Ginjah went on touring with Beres throughout the world, places including Europe, Canada, USA & Japan. Over the period of 4 years, he has performed at allmost every major Reggae-Event across the world except Africa. At 2004 he performed at Reggae Sumfest in Jamaica immediately followed by Pop Icon Lionel Richie and gave a good account to himself to the surprise of everybody there.
DOUBLE STANDARD
Ginjah Lyrics
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Never waan wi go through
Dem never waan wi go through
Never waan wi go through
From even since
Chadding up this reggae avenue yea
Never waan wi go through
Never waan wi go through
Stumbling block is in ma way
They don′t wanna see me try
Because the limit is the sky
There's no mountain too high
And anything yo mind conceive
Frass yo better know yo can achieve
(Verse 2)
And now they say all type of things
Mi a wonder how dem so conning
Still mi thick, thick in a the running′s
Frass a that a help them feel it
Although them fight mi multiple time
And mi never turn to crime
And a clean heart mi seh my friend
Caw me never catch badmind
(Repeat Chorus 2X)
(Outro)
A true the powers of the almighty
Frass dem haffi friend wi
All when dem no like wi
A true the powers of the almighty
Frass dem haffi friend wi
All when dem no like wi
In Ginjah's song "Double Standard," he talks about the obstacles he has faced in pursuing his musical career. The first verse talks about stumbling blocks and how some people don't want to see him succeed, but Ginjah is determined to reach new heights. He believes that there is no limit to what he can achieve and encourages others to have the same mindset.
In the second verse, Ginjah addresses the negative comments and criticisms he has faced but he is not deterred. He continues to work hard and stay true to himself, refusing to turn to a life of crime or envy. Ginjah says that he has a clean heart and that he will not catch "badmind," a Jamaican term for jealousy or ill will towards others.
The chorus repeats the line "Dem never wan wi go through" several times, emphasizing the idea that there are people who don't want to see him succeed. However, Ginjah finds solace in the powers of the almighty and recognizes that true friends will support him, even if others may not like him.
Overall, "Double Standard" is a powerful message of perseverance and the importance of staying true to oneself, even in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Dem never waan wi go through
They were never supportive of our journey
Never waan wi go through
They didn't want us to succeed
From even since
From the beginning
Chadding up this reggae avenue yea
Building our musical career in the reggae genre
Stumbling block is in ma way
Obstacles hinder my progress
They don't wanna see me try
They are not supportive of my efforts
Because the limit is the sky
My potential is limitless
There's no mountain too high
I can overcome any challenge
And anything yo mind conceive
Whatever you can imagine
Frass yo better know yo can achieve
You can accomplish it
And now they say all type of things
They talk negatively about me
Mi a wonder how dem so conning
I'm wondering how they're so deceitful
Still mi thick, thick in a the running′s
I'm still strong and running towards my goals
Frass a that a help them feel it
That's what bothers them
Although them fight mi multiple time
Despite their many attempts to bring me down
And mi never turn to crime
I never resorted to illegal activities
And a clean heart mi seh my friend
I have a clear conscience, my friend
Caw me never catch badmind
Because I never developed resentment
A true the powers of the almighty
It's due to the influence of a divine force
Frass dem haffi friend wi
They have to be our friends
All when dem no like wi
Even if they don't like us
A true the powers of the almighty
It's really the strength of a higher power at work here
Frass dem haffi friend wi
They have no choice but to be our allies
All when dem no like wi
Even if they don't approve of us
Writer(s): Andre France Gordon, Donald Anthony Dennis, Kirk Andre Bennett, Lamont St. Partick Savory, Ranoy Gordon, Valentine Nahkrumah Fraser
Contributed by Madelyn A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Steffen Rise
Best tune on the riddim! Ginjah always delivered!
SOULOFPARADISE
beautiful GinJah will always go true*
John Marvin
Massive chune!!!!!!
dean whitely
big tune!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
modlamin keita
Big tune
Anthony Pepela
Dem never wan mi go thru