So High
Irievibrations Lyrics

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Babylon, burn, burn, burn
Sojah representing
We dream of this wonderful time, now we want a reality
Where we can smoke marijuana every day without noÿ apologies

And even when we eyes them red like blood, Babylon can't pene we
'Cause a da healing of the nation
And H.I.M. no want no aggravation

Youthman step out inna Babylon face
Spliff in a we mouth and the chalice we a blaze
Smoke marijuana weÿ get so high like birds in the sky we fly
Youthman step out inna Babylon face
Spliff in a we mouth and the chalice we a blaze
Smoke marijuana weÿ get so high like birds in the sky we fly

Watch how we do, burn a spliff
Whole a medi, then we trail fi sendÿ Babylon go cemetery
Where we mek we talk and try fi market
Always dem a try find the weed dem want fi stop it
So we roll the dutchie and we blaze up the kutchie
Try to load the weed and Babylon dem can't touch it
We want fi blaze every day
We nah give a fuck what Babylon man say

Youthman step out inna Babylon face
Spliff in a we mouth and the chalice we a blaze
Smoke marijuana weÿ get so high, like birds in the sky we fly
Youthman step out inna Babylon face
Spliff in a we mouth and the chalice we a blaze
Smoke marijuana weÿ get so high, like birds in the sky we fly

Yo we burn the herbs and get high
Blaze it up in front of the policeman, ay
Ganja we a smoke but the coke we nah try
When dem ask you why tell them it was sent to I by The Most High
It was found pon Solomon grave and him a the wisest man
See the spliff inna mi hand youÿ better try get one
We want nuff-nuff-nuff-nuff weed to go around
Yo, from Jamaica we ship a thousand miles

Youthman step out inna babylon face
Spliff in a we mouth and the chalice we a blaze
Smoke marijuana weÿ get so high, like birds in the sky we fly
Youthman step out inna babylon face
Spliff in a we mouth and the chalice we a blaze
Smoke marijuana weÿ get so high, like birds in the sky we fly

We dream of this wonderful time
Now we want a reality
Where we can blaze marijuana every day without noÿ apologies
And even when we eyes them red like blood Babylon can't pene we
'Cause a da healing of the nation
And H.I.M. no want no aggravation

Youthman step out inna Babylon face
Spliff in a we mouth and the chalice we a blaze
Smoke marijuana weÿ get so high, like birds in the sky we fly
Youthman step out inna Babylon face

Spliff in a we mouth and the chalice we a blaze
Smoke marijuana weÿ get so high, like birds in the sky we fly

Overall Meaning

The song "So High" by Irievibrations celebrates the use of marijuana as a healing plant and a means to escape the troubles of Babylon. In the first verse, the lyrics assert the desire for a reality where smoking marijuana is accepted without apologies. The use of marijuana is seen as a way to escape the constraints of Babylon, with the lyrics suggesting that even when the authorities attempt to interfere with the use of this healing plant, they cannot prevent it from being used as it is seen as the healing of the nation. The chorus emphasizes the carefree feeling of being high and flying like birds in the sky, while also asserting that even Babylon cannot penetrate or control this state of being.

The second verse emphasizes the struggle to obtain marijuana in the face of efforts by Babylon to prevent its use. The lyrics suggest that Babylon is always trying to find the weed and stop it, but smokers always find a way to enjoy it. The final verse suggests that the use of marijuana is part of Rasta culture and emphasizes the importance of the wisdom of Solomon in relation to its use. Even though the authorities may try to interfere, burning herbs is seen as a celebration of life and is related to the divine.

Line by Line Meaning

Babylon, burn, burn, burn
A call to destroy Babylon, the symbol of oppressive authority and corrupt systems.

Sojah representing
The singer identifies as a soldier of Jah, or God.

We dream of this wonderful time, now we want a reality
The desire to turn their dreams of a marijuana-friendly society into a reality.

Where we can smoke marijuana every day without no apologies
The hope to enjoy and use marijuana regularly without societal judgment or fear of punishment.

And even when we eyes them red like blood, Babylon can't pene we
Even when their eyes turn red from smoking, Babylon, or oppressive power, cannot control them.

'Cause a da healing of the nation
Marijuana is believed to have restorative properties that can help heal society.

And H.I.M. no want no aggravation
H.I.M, or His Imperial Majesty, is a reference to Haile Selassie I, who is seen as a figurehead of the Rastafarian movement, and is associated with peace and nonviolence.

Youthman step out inna Babylon face
A call to the youth to challenge and face Babylon.

Spliff in a we mouth and the chalice we a blaze
A reference to smoking marijuana through a chalice or water pipe, a common practice in Rastafarianism.

Smoke marijuana weÿ get so high like birds in the sky we fly
Marijuana use provides a euphoric high, that can feel especially freeing and transcendental, like soaring through the sky.

Watch how we do, burn a spliff
A declaration of pride in their marijuana-smoking habits.

Whole a medi, then we trail fi sendÿ Babylon go cemetery
The artist celebrates the idea of smoking so much marijuana that it could lead to Babylon's ultimate defeat or destruction.

Where we mek we talk and try fi market
A reference to a market where people gather to buy or sell marijuana.

Always dem a try find the weed dem want fi stop it
Societal or legal authorities always try to find a way to prevent or control marijuana use.

So we roll the dutchie and we blaze up the kutchie
Rolling a marijuana cigarette and smoking it.

Try to load the weed and Babylon dem can't touch it
Pursuing methods of undetected or safe marijuana smoking.

We want fi blaze every day
Their intense desire to smoke daily.

We nah give a fuck what Babylon man say
A defiant attitude towards oppressive authority, and a willingness to break the rules.

Yo we burn the herbs and get high
Another reference to smoking marijuana to get high.

Blaze it up in front of the policeman, ay
Not caring about who sees them smoking, and taking it as a form of rebellion against authority.

Ganja we a smoke but the coke we nah try
A distinction between marijuana and cocaine as drugs, with a preference for the former.

When dem ask you why tell them it was sent to I by The Most High
A justification for their marijuana use, stating that it was part of a divine plan.

It was found pon Solomon grave and him a the wisest man
A reference to the Bible, where King Solomon is believed to have used cannabis for medicinal purposes, and is seen as a symbol of wisdom.

We want nuff-nuff-nuff-nuff weed to go around
A desire for an endless supply of marijuana.

Yo, from Jamaica we ship a thousand miles
Referencing Jamaica as the source of their marijuana, and celebrating its widespread influence.

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Hammond Treitl, Josh Hobbs

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