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Horace Andy is a legendary roots reggae singer, notable for such tracks as Government Land, You Are My Angel and Skylarking.
Born Horace Hinds on 19 February 1951 in Kingston, Jamaica, he made his earliest recordings in the late 1960s. Known for his distinctive falsetto vocal style, he sung on many classic production for reggae producers, including Phil Pratt, King Tubby and Prince Jammy. He is a devout Rastafari and, like many reggae singers, much of his material deals with themes of religion and social justice.
Andy found a new generation of fans in the 1990s, thanks to his work with trip hop pioneers Massive Attack. He continues to record new music, with an album called Living in the Flood released in 1999 on Massive Attack's Melankolic record label.
Love of a Woman
Horace Andy Lyrics
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The love of a woman is all I can give
That is all
That is all
All I can do
The heart of a woman is all I can steal
I did it two times already
Now I am trying once again
Says I'm a boy
Just a boy, Just a little boy
That's what she says hmmm yeah
Break solo
The heart of a woman is all I can steal
I did it two times already yeah
Now I am trying once again
But this little woman
Says I'm a boy
Just a boy, Just a little boy
That's what she said hmm yeah
Just a little boy
Just a little boy
That's what she said hmm yeah
Just a boy
Just a little boy ...
The lyrics to the song "Love of a Woman" by Horace Andy speak of the singer's desire for, and the importance of, the love of a woman. The first two lines declare, "The love of a woman is all I can take / The love of a woman is all I can give." This shows that the main focus for the singer is the love that he can give and receive from a woman. He sees this as the most important thing in his life.
The song then shifts to discuss how the singer has tried to steal the heart of a woman in the past, but has been unsuccessful. He says, "I did it two times already / Now I am trying once again." This shows that he has a history of pursuing women, but it hasn't worked out for him. He goes on to say that the woman he is currently pursuing thinks of him as "just a boy" and "just a little boy." This implies that the woman does not see him as a mature or serious partner.
Overall, the song "Love of a Woman" is about the singer's desire and need for the love of a woman, and his struggles to find it. He sees this as the most important thing in life, and is desperate to find it. However, he has a history of unsuccessful attempts, and the woman he is currently pursuing does not see him as a mature partner.
Line by Line Meaning
The love of a woman is all I can take
The only thing I need and desire in life is the love of a woman.
The love of a woman is all I can give
All I have to offer in life is my love to a woman.
That is all
My life's purpose and focus is solely on love with a woman.
That is all
There is nothing else that truly matters to me than love with a woman.
All I can do
Love with a woman is my only ability and skill in life.
The heart of a woman is all I can steal
I am seeking to obtain a woman's heart, even if it means taking it without her consent.
I did it two times already
I have already taken the hearts of two women before.
Now I am trying once again
I am attempting to do it again, even though I know it may not be morally right.
But this little woman says I'm a boy
Despite my attempts at being a man in love, this woman sees me as immature and juvenile.
Just a boy, Just a little boy
She sees me as nothing more than a child, not yet a true man.
That's what she says hmmm yeah
Her opinion of me weighs heavily on my mind and emotions.
The heart of a woman is all I can steal
I am still determined to take a woman's heart, regardless of the consequences or opinions of others.
I did it two times already yeah
I have already experienced the thrill of taking a woman's heart twice before.
Now I am trying once again
I am once again seeking to feel that rush of taking a woman's heart.
But this little woman says I'm a boy
However, this woman's perception of me as immature and juvenile continues to discourage me.
Just a boy, Just a little boy
I am still seen as a child, not yet capable of understanding true love and commitment.
That's what she said hmm yeah
Her view of me is a painful reminder of my own inner doubts and insecurities.
Just a little boy
I am still struggling to mature and progress beyond my own childish desires.
Just a little boy
I am still unsure of myself and my place in the world of love and relationships.
That's what she said hmm yeah
Her words echo in my mind, reminding me of my own limitations and vulnerabilities.
Just a boy
I am still a long way from becoming a true man in the eyes of those around me.
Just a little boy
Despite my attempts to seek love and validation, I am still seen as immature and unprepared for the challenges of love.
Contributed by Leo E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@TheDimas871
I'm listening to this song on my way to work... And I feel so HAPPY πππβ₯οΈ
@borntokill.online2843
I love Horace Andy so much never hear anyone irl bring him up but I think he is one of the best of all time
@ShortieLeeroy
Still have this on tape from way back when with my Dad shouting at me to turn the bass down.
@lolly1787
Horace Andy is a great musician,seem as if the angels are singing with him too.
@Ramatulai1
Oh thank you for bringing this song. This takes me back to my childhood. Blessings. :)
@Daysilva762
Amooooo β€
@imoinprofundis6649
THIS SONG IS LIKE A MIRACLE <3
@user-bb4tq2zp1c
Timeless πΆ
@This_Planet
Love this song from the first time I heard it
@youngT13245
Give thanks and praise for sharing such a sweet tune