The 9-piece band creates an altogether new Reggae sound, featuring swirling horns, stout poly-rhythmics, and soulful harmony vocals. Their concerts utilize live improvisation, in classic jazz fashion, and are renowned for their high energy, communion-type atmosphere.
“Groundation” comes from the Rasta term "Grounation." Grounations were gatherings based on using music to attain common vibration, with the focus on manifesting positive energy to affect social change.
Having toured in over 30 countries on 4 continents, Groundation has truly become a world-wide movement and is the biggest American Reggae band touring the world today...come and find out why.
2. The original Groundation were formed in 1979 in Leicester, UK: http://spectrumleicester.co.uk/singer/groundation/
Blues Away
Groundation Lyrics
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It doesn't matter what game they'll try to play
I will wipe all my blues away
With conscious music and one love to day
I don't want no more, this bodaration
No one could ever stop everyone from over population
Pollution already in our water stream
I man could never lose the vibrations
On the heading of the heaven's highway
No matter what the problem they want to see
They want to see it in the youngest of their foe
That's how we go carry this a heavy load
This heavy load for Jah-Jah
And we shall feel it mentally, but spiritually, na matter !
That's just how I'll stay
The lyrics of Groundation featuring Pablo Moses's song "Blues Away" speak to the power and resilience of conscious music and the unity brought about by one love. The lyrics essentially convey a message of hope in the face of societal and environmental challenges that threaten to sap one's joy and optimism.
The opening lines assert the futility of naysayers and detractors, suggesting that negative energy and criticism can be overcome by focusing on "conscious music" and the "one love" philosophy. The verses that follow touch on themes of environmental degradation, overpopulation, and the need for a more empathetic and interconnected way of living. The singer asserts that despite the challenges we face, there is an innate vibrancy and positivity that exists and can be harnessed through music and spiritual consciousness.
Throughout the song, there is a distinct emphasis on the power of unity and community. The repeated refrain, "That's how we go carry this a heavy load / This heavy load for Jah-Jah / And we shall feel it mentally, but spiritually, na matter!" speaks to the idea that shared strength and conviction can help us face even the most daunting obstacles. Overall, the lyrics of "Blues Away" offer a much-needed message of hope and positivity in a world that can often feel chaotic and overwhelming.
Line by Line Meaning
No matter what they say
It does not matter what others say about me
It doesn't matter what game they'll try to play
I am unaffected by the schemes or plans others try to make
I will wipe all my blues away
I will use the power of music and love to overcome my troubles and worries
With conscious music and one love to day
By listening to thoughtful music and embracing a universal love, I can find peace today
I don't want no more, this bodaration
I am tired of this chaotic and burdensome existence
No one could ever stop everyone from over population
No one can prevent the problem of overpopulation from affecting us all
Pollution already in our water stream
Environmental pollution is already infecting our natural resources
And say behold the land, oh the land of Iration
We must face the reality of our decaying earth and become more proactive in saving our planet
I man could never lose the vibrations
My spirit will never lose its positive energy
On the heading of the heaven's highway
I am on the right path to a higher place of enlightenment
No matter what the problem they want to see
Despite the challenges others may wish to impose, I will not accept negativity
They want to see it in the youngest of their foe
Their intention is to see negativity in even the most innocent of people
That's how we go carry this a heavy load
We must bear the weight of the difficult circumstances we face
This heavy load for Jah-Jah
The weight of our problems is a great burden for all, including God
And we shall feel it mentally, but spiritually, na matter !
We may feel the stress of our struggles, but our faith will help us overcome them
That's just how I'll stay
I will maintain a steadfast and optimistic attitude through it all
Contributed by Muhammad Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Paula Viana
Maravilhosas músicas!
Zeider Zeih'N
que música velho ,que música..
Poxa...Groundation vcs são foda vey
Juan Weiss
Pedrada no côco ! sonzera monstra , ainda mais com participaçao de Pablo Moses.Reggae da gringa !
valeu . SOMERS . 2016 É nóixxx !
JahmaYnBo
Unbelievable! This is not even music, its an total express of I-spirit and soul. Thank you my brother for uploading such a wonderful piece of human ability concerning our way to a world which is more unique, more unite. Jah bless!
Medici Stein
20/4 em Garulhos,VAI SER MUITO LOUCO!! BRAZIL LOVES GROUNDATION DUDE.
Paulo Esteves
Brasil loves you groundation!!!!
Jhonattan Castellanos
It´s too good Groundation
Bruno Nascimento
I have been at many shows of this band! Brazil loves you!
Steeh Edwards
EU SOU A CREPS ..EU SOU ESPECIAL ....EU FAÇO TOTO NAS CALÇINHAS ....GOSTO MUITO DE REGGAEEEEEEEE E DE MADONA
Rasta - Meme
Manifique 😊 🌸 bisous jah bless you 👄 💛 💚