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/
Something More
Groundation Lyrics
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Catch it before it passes away
For all those thought wise become fools today
Rally round the table so I man can pray
Oh myself at peace, with my heart, and soul, and livity
Only to reveal finally the source of
Dreams of wars, dreams of war, dreams of wars
I know Jah, oh dem thought I warrior
Don't blame the Ites, for what your eyes can't see
Don't blame the people who gather themselves by the shore
Seeking something more, to hang on their lives unto
If they can see the light why can't you see
The truth is not what it may seem to be
While all of them a holler at we
For so long, oh so long. Here so very long, oh so long
Oh long, oh long, oh long (2x)
Oh light of creation shine down inna this time
Only to find man who fight against man
With their holy words and holy thoughts and a
Dem a stumble pon a dis a war to come well now
Don't blame the Ites, for what your eyes can't see
Don't blame the children who gather themselvesby the shore
Seeking something more
Oh light of creation shine down inna this time
Only to find man who fight against man
With their holy words and holy thoughts and a
Dem a stumble pon a dis a war to come well now
Don't blame the Ites, for what your eyes can't see
Don't blame the people who gather themselvesby the shore
Seeking something: Now don't stamp 'pon the elders
For what is the truth I cannot see: Don't blame the children
Who gather themselves by the shore seeking something more
The lyrics of Groundation's song "Something More" are a message of hope, unity, and perseverance in the face of war and conflict. The opening lines describe the appearance of a new star in the sky, which represents a new hope and possibility for the future. However, the next line warns against complacency and encourages action to "catch it before it passes away." The following lines warn against the arrogance of those who believed themselves to be wise but are revealed to be foolish in the face of war and conflict.
The singer then calls for a gathering around a table to pray, thankful for a sense of peace within themselves and seeking to know the source of the dreams of war that haunt them. The chorus of the song warns against blaming others for what we cannot see and encourages us to gather ourselves by the shore and seek something more. This "something more" represents a search for true understanding, unity, and peace.
The following verses continue this theme of seeking understanding and not blaming others. The singer asks for the light of creation to shine down upon them, but notes that it only reveals man's tendency to fight against each other with "holy" words and thoughts. The chorus repeats, warning against blaming others and encouraging us to seek something more.
Overall, "Something More" is a call to action for unity and understanding despite the world's conflicts and difficulties. Rather than blaming or fighting against each other, we must seek to understand and come together, seeking something more than the despair and conflict that surrounds us.
Line by Line Meaning
Behold the night sky brings us a new star today
The night sky brings us new opportunities and possibilities.
Catch it before it passes away
Take advantage of these opportunities before they disappear.
For all those thought wise become fools today
People who think they know everything can still make mistakes.
Rally round the table so I man can pray
Come together in a group and pray for guidance and wisdom.
Oh myself at peace, with my heart, and soul, and livity
I am at peace with myself, my emotions, and my way of life.
Only to reveal finally the source of
Eventually uncovering and understanding the origin of
Dreams of wars, dreams of war, dreams of wars
The recurring nightmares and fears of conflicts and violence.
I know Jah, oh dem thought I warrior
I know Jah (God), even though others considered me a fighter or warrior.
Oh them thought I warrior, they tought I warrior
They considered me a fighter, they considered me a warrior.
Don't blame the Ites, for what your eyes can't see
Do not blame innocent people for things that are beyond their control.
Don't blame the people who gather themselves by the shore
Don't criticize those who seek a deeper meaning or purpose in their lives.
Seeking something more, to hang on their lives unto
Searching for something to hold onto and guide them in life.
If they can see the light why can't you see
If others can see the truth and path in life, why can't you?
The truth is not what it may seem to be
The truth may not always be obvious or easy to understand.
While all of them a holler at we
While others are shouting and making noise around us.
For so long, oh so long. Here so very long, oh so long
It has been a long time, so very long, since they started shouting and making noise.
Oh long, oh long, oh long (2x)
Reiterating the length of time that people have been shouting and making a commotion.
Oh light of creation shine down inna this time
Asking for clarity and understanding to be revealed during this time.
Only to find man who fight against man
However, they find that people are still fighting and opposing each other.
With their holy words and holy thoughts and a
Despite having good intentions or beliefs, people can still be divisive and cause conflict.
Dem a stumble pon a dis a war to come well now
They are stumbling upon and heading towards a future with more conflict and war.
Now don't stamp 'pon the elders
Do not disrespect or disregard the wisdom of older generations.
For what is the truth I cannot see: Don't blame the children
Acknowledging that the truth isn't always clear and asking to not blame younger generations for their lack of understanding.
Who gather themselves by the shore seeking something more
Again emphasizing not to criticize those who are searching for deeper meaning and purpose in their lives.
Contributed by Alexandra W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@denisandres8588
Behold the night sky brings us a new star today
Catch it before it passes away
For all those thought wise become fools today
Rally round the table so I man can pray
Oh myself at peace, with my heart, and soul, and livity
Only to reveal finally the source of
Dreams of wars, dreams of war, dreams of wars
I know Jah, oh dem thought I warrior
Oh them thought I warrior, they thought I warrior
Don't blame the Ites, for what your eyes can't see
Don't blame the people, who gather themselves by the shore
Seeking something more, to hang on their lives unto
If they can see the light why can't you, see?
The truth is not what it may seem to be
While all of them a holler at we
For so long, oh so long, here so very long, oh so long
Oh long, oh long, oh long
Oh long, oh long, oh long
Oh light of creation shine down inna this time
Only to find man who fight against man
With their holy words and holy thoughts and a
Dem a stumble 'pon a dis a war to come, well now
Don't blame the Ites, for what your eyes can't see
Don't blame the children who gather themselves by the shore
Seeking something more
(..)
Oh light of creation shine down inna this time
Only to find man who fight against man
With their holy words and holy thoughts and a
Dem a stumble 'pon a dis a war to come, well now
Don't blame the Ites, for what your eyes can't see
Don't blame the people, who gather themselves by the shore
Seeking something: Now don't stamp 'pon the elders
For what is the truth I cannot see: Don't blame the children
Who gather themselves by the shore, seeking something more
@laiscampos429
Behold the night sky brings us a new star today
Catch it before it passes away
For all those thought wise become fools today
Rally round the table so I man can pray
Oh myself at peace, with my heart, and soul, and livity
Only to reveal finally the source of
Dreams of wars, dreams of war, dreams of wars
I know Jah, oh dem thought I warrior
Oh them thought I warrior, they tought I warrior
Don't blame the Ites, for what your eyes can't see
Don't blame the people who gather themselves by the shore
Seeking something more, to hang on their lives unto
If they can see the light why can't you see
The truth is not what it may seem to be
While all of them a holler at we
For so long, oh so long. Here so very long, oh so long
Oh long, oh long, oh long
Oh light of creation shine down inna this time
Only to find man who fight against man
With their holy words and holy thoughts and a
Dem a stumble pon a dis a war to come well now
Don't blame the Ites, for what your eyes can't see
Don't blame the children who gather themselvesby the shore
Seeking something more
Oh light of creation shine down inna this time
Only to find man who fight against man
With their holy words and holy thoughts and a
Dem a stumble pon a dis a war to come well now
Don't blame the Ites, for what your eyes can't see
Don't blame the people who gather themselvesby the shore
Seeking something: Now don't stamp 'pon the elders
For what is the truth I cannot see: Don't blame the children
Who gather themselves by the shore seeking something more
@Eloi27321
A excelência musical vem de forma brilhante quando se pode unir talento, trabalho, união, seriedade, responsabilidade, determinação! Predicados de quem sabe onde quer chegar, parabéns a todos.
@gr3gu3
Karalho! Elói natural do RJ, conhecido da Josiete, filha da Dircinha?
@Eloi27321
@Marcos B G Pereira opá não amigo, São Paulo capital, abraço e boa sorte!
@zeiderzeihn2762
Simplesmente Groundation ...
banda mais completa da atualidade ,sem duvidas.
@gilmarasouza1678
Pra mim e a melhor banda q existe viajo sem nem mesmo ter fumado
@dariobrandao7023
Então somos 2
@skullof157
somos 3...
@TheLevizx
não precisa fumar pra escutar groudation , e tbm a pessoa precisa fumar ??
@eduardo_RX0
Também, me lembro do tempo que essa música era lançamento! Trabalhava em uma refinaria em SUAPE, como Soldador RX / TIG , e fazia faculdade pela noite em Recife-PE !! Era uma luta, correria mas eram bons tempos! Sempre ouvia Groundation!! Essa música é eterna pra mim! #endless
@rogeriodovale365
Somos mais 3 aq em casa kkkkkkkkkkkk