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Gregory Isaacs (born on 15 July 1951 in Fletchers Land, Kingston, Jamaica and died on 25 October 2010 in London) was a Reggae singer and songwriter. Gregory Anthony Isaacs is known as "The Cool Ruler" for his seductive crooning vocal style. Gregory attributed his greatest musical influences to R&B greats Sam Cooke and Percy Sledge, in addition to Delroy Wilson, Alton Ellis and Ken Boothe.
In the late 1960s, Gregory first performed in a vocal trio called The Concords, after being encouraged by Byron Lee. By 1970 the group had split up. He subsequently formed his own label, African Museum.
In the late 1970s he emerged as one of the most prolific and popular recording artists in Jamaica. He released a number of self-produced singles on his own African Museum (JA) label with Errol Dunkley. Much of Isaacs' output reflected the 'conscious' themes of Roots Reggae, but Isaacs was equally adept at interpreting more mainstream Lovers Rock material. Early hits include "My Only Lover", "Sinner Man" and "Mr. Cop", recorded at Lee Perry's Black Ark Studio.
A period in the 1970s with the GG's label and its producer Alvin Ranglin produced hits like "Border" and "Number One".
Personal problems affected him, particularly battles with a cocaine addiction and a possession charge, which prevented him from touring in North America for a significant part of his career, until a pardon could eventually be secured.
Isaacs recorded with a number of producers, including the Riddim Twin's (Sly & Robbie) Taxi Records, who gave them their first hit with 1979's "Soon Forward" , After a series of releases with Sly & Robbie, Gregory built a strong relationship with Gussie Clarke of the Music Works label. In addition to these local Jamaican labels, The Cool Ruler had had releases on Trojan, VP, Virgin's Front Line and English producer Tad A. Dawkin's Tad's Records. Isaacs would would eventually sign with Chris Blackwell's Island Records which resulted in the international release of Night Nurse (1982) and Out Deh! (1983).
Perhaps his most popular recordings in his native Jamaica are "All I Have Is Love", "Mr. Brown" and "Hard Drugs", the latter being an anti-drug anthem that dominated radio in the late 1980s and was released as a hidden track on England's Tad Records All I Have Is Love, Love Love LP.
In the 1990s Gregory's African Museum label continued to release all of Gregory Isaacs' music, and that of artists he produced. He continued to record and perform live in the 2000s, and it has been estimated that Isaacs has released over 500 records in his career, which includes singles and compilations.
Isaacs, who was 59 years old, died of lung cancer on 25 October 2010 at his home in London where he spent part of his time. A sad loss to the world.
Front Door
Gregory Isaacs Lyrics
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'cause it seems she didn't care about me anymore
I gave her all the love I had and she spilled it, yeah
So I packed my things into a shopping bag and decided to quit
But Lord know that I don't wanna be lonely tonight
I don't wanna be lonely tonight
I said I don't wanna be lonely tonight
But I would rather to be lonely than to live a dirty lie
All of those things that we've been through
Used to make me happy, now make me blue
I didn't believe the things that I've heard, no
But now I've seen it with my own eyes
I know action speak louder than word
But Lord know that I don't wanna be lonely tonight
Granny know that I don't wanna be lonely tonight
I mean it, yes I mean it I don't wanna be lonely tonight
But I would rather to be lonely than to live a dirty lie
I'm so sorry we been through
I'm so fed up I don't know what to do
All of those things that we've been through
Used to make me happy, now make me blue
I didn't believe the things that I've heard, no
But now I've seen it with my own eyes
I know action speak louder than word
But Lord knows that I don't wanna be lonely tonight
Granny know that I don't wanna be lonely tonight
I mean it, yes I mean it I don't wanna be lonely tonight
But I would rather to be lonely than to live a dirty lie
Don't wanna be lonely
Don't wanna be lonely tonight, don't wanna be lonely tonight.
The lyrics to Gregory Isaacs's song “Front Door” describe the end of a tumultuous relationship marked by betrayal and deceit. The singer has decided to end the relationship by returning the key to his partner's front door, symbolizing that he no longer has a place in her life. He had given her his all, but she had not reciprocated his love, leading to their eventual break-up. Despite the pain he is going through, he would rather be alone than continue living a lie. The song explores themes of love, heartache, and the courage to let go of something that no longer serves us.
The chorus "Lord knows that I don't wanna be lonely tonight" represents the singer's fear of loneliness and his desire for companionship. This desire is balanced against his need for authenticity and truth, as he “would rather to be lonely than to live a dirty lie." The lyrics depict the agony of heartbreak and the need to move on, even though it can be scary and uncertain.
Line by Line Meaning
I gave her back the key to her front door
I returned my ex-girlfriend's house key because she no longer cares for me
'cause it seems she didn't care about me anymore
I inferred that she lost romantic interest in me
I gave her all the love I had and she spilled it, yeah
I shared my love with her but she neglected it
So I packed my things into a shopping bag and decided to quit
I put my belongings in a shopping bag and preferred to move on
But Lord know that I don't wanna be lonely tonight
Although I don't want to be by myself tonight, I have no other option
I don't wanna be lonely tonight
I don't want to feel alone this evening
I said I don't wanna be lonely tonight
I repeated myself to emphasize that I really don't want to feel lonely tonight
But I would rather to be lonely than to live a dirty lie
I find it preferable to be alone than to pretend to be happy in a fake relationship
All of those things that we've been through
I'm reminiscing everything that happened between us
Used to make me happy, now make me blue
Those same memories that used to bring me joy, now make me sad
I didn't believe the things that I've heard, no
Initially, I doubted what people told me about her
But now I've seen it with my own eyes
But now I have experienced it firsthand
I know action speak louder than word
I realize that her actions proved more than her promises
Granny knows that I don't wanna be lonely tonight
Even my grandmother is aware of how much I don't want to be lonely tonight
I mean it, yes I mean it I don't wanna be lonely tonight
I am serious about not wanting to be alone tonight
I'm so sorry we been through
I regret the struggles and hardships we faced together
I'm so fed up I don't know what to do
I'm exhausted and don't know how to cope with this situation anymore
Don't wanna be lonely
I really don't want to feel lonely
Don't wanna be lonely tonight, don't wanna be lonely tonight.
I don't want to be alone tonight and will do my best to avoid it.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GREGORY ISAACS, CONRAD HUNTER, G. ISAACS, LEROY MOORE
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Gicharu
"The white men lose", does not make sense...."While I may lose"
@mrwekahwekah
2019 anyone?🇰🇪
Lyrics
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I gave her back the key to her front door
'cause it seems she didn't care about me anymore
I gave her all the love I had and she spilled it, yeah
So I packed my things into a shopping bag and decided to quit
But Lord know that I don't wanna be lonely tonight
I don't wanna be lonely tonight
I said I don't wanna be lonely tonight
But I would rather to be lonely than to live a dirty lie
All of those things that we've been through
Used to make me happy, now make me blue
I didn't believe the things that I've heard, no
But now I've seen it with my own eyes
I know action speak louder than word
But Lord know that I don't wanna be lonely tonight
Granny know that I don't wanna be lonely tonight
I mean it, yes I mean it I don't wanna be lonely tonight
But I would rather to be lonely than to live a dirty lie
I'm so sorry we been through
I'm so fed up I don't know what to do
All of those things that we've been through
Used to make me happy, now make me blue
I didn't believe the things that I've heard, no
But now I've seen it with my own eyes
I know action speak louder than word
But Lord knows that I don't wanna be lonely tonight
Granny know that I don't wanna be lonely tonight
I mean it, yes I mean it I don't wanna be lonely tonight
But I would rather to be lonely than to live a dirty lie
Don't wanna be lonely
Don't wanna be lonely tonight, don't wanna be lonely tonight.
@melenin09
Gregory Isaacs is arguably the reatest singer in Reggae history and one of the greatest writers in the world when it comes to love songs. Second to him is Dennis Brown. He does his work with so much emotions and passion, a real singer, he was only unique in voice but his look his image was different a genuine artiste. RIP Gregory. And look I am in my 20s and Gregory has been my singer since I was a teenager.
@Fistos9
There's something about Reggae music that I can't put in words. Awesome stuff
@TheTredoc
A tell yuh wat! Nuff said! Yeahman, a suh di ting set...it's a natural Mystic effect!
@betun4522
This man help me with the sad moments and i try to forgive all the bad thinkings
Thanks Gregory 💚💛❤
@SophisticatedxGun
This is the stuff my mom grew me up on. I love it.
@stephonwatson6601
This is a true icon
@philipscurry8596
Your Mum Had Good Taste !!!
@RJOH794449
Jah love and bless you...
@davidford3505
You mum steered you right