After going their separate ways, and each converting to the Rastafari movement, they reunited in Kingston and formed a vocal group. Funding for their first album came in the form of a grant from the Twelve Tribes of Israel branch of Rastafari after Hugh Booth, a member of the Twelve Tribes, had overheard the three men singing in a wooded area outside Kingston. Apple and Wiss were living in the area, which they had converted into a home.
Israel Vibration recorded three albums; "The Same Song", "Unconquered People", and "Why You So Craven" before temporarily disbanding in 1981 after recording sessions for the latter were left incomplete. The three men moved to the United States to seek professional health care and escape the growing Dancehall movement in Jamaica. In 1988, Gary "Dr. Dread" Himmelfarb, founder of RAS Records, urged the trio to reunite and record an album. Skelly, Apple, and Wiss were flown to Washington, D.C. to record a new album at Lion and Fox Recording Studios. "Strength of my Life", the group's fourth album and first of 18 CD releases on the RAS label, was met with great praise and is considered one of the few post-golden era touchstones of the roots reggae genre.
In 1997, Apple Gabriel left the group to pursue a solo career. Skelly and Wiss continue to record albums and tour the world as Israel Vibration, backed by longtime associates Roots Radics.
Hard Times
Israel Vibration Lyrics
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that are happening.
People have to do a little hustling, just to make ends meet.
Cost of living swing them off their feet.
And a situation Mm that should be trampled way beneath.
You don't want to be mixed up in no violence or strife.
Yet according to the penetration, it's hard to avoid the bribe.
If you want something to buy...
If you need something to eat....
You got to go to find your way.
Unemployment is rising.
Where there's no employment, it's like you can't find no rent.
And all your friends, they've got nothing to lend.
Violence in the city. The people protest for their rights.
Though their cry seem hopeless, they're still looking for the
best.
What do you think about the present situation?
All I can say is it seem like hatred, anger and confusion.
No food on the table, which makes them unable.
No food on the table. The children are hungry.
Confusion in the city. The people protest for their rights
The lyrics of Israel Vibration's song "Hard Times" depict the struggles of the common man in today's world. The song explores the various societal and economic issues that people face, such as the cost of living, unemployment, and violence in the city. People are forced to hustle and struggle just to make ends meet. The situation is so dire that it makes it hard to avoid getting involved in strife and violence. It's challenging to buy something without having money or find a way to eat when there is nothing to eat. Unemployment is on the rise, and those who are jobless struggle to find a place to live. The song also highlights the power of community and unity among people as they protest together for their rights.
The lyrics of the song are a reflection of Israel Vibration's Rastafarian beliefs that encourage social and economic justice. The song resonates with all those who are struggling to make ends meet and fighting against the injustices in society. Through their music, Israel Vibration encourages people to come together and stand up for their rights.
Line by Line Meaning
In these times, there's so much different things that are happening.
There are various events taking place in the current era.
People have to do a little hustling, just to make ends meet.
Individuals have to put in extra effort to manage their expenses.
Cost of living swing them off their feet.
High cost of living is affecting them adversely.
And a situation Mm that should be trampled way beneath.
Such a situation should be resolved immediately.
You don't want to be mixed up in no violence or strife.
It's better not to get involved in any aggressive behaviour.
Yet according to the penetration, it's hard to avoid the bribe.
It's difficult to escape from the temptation of bribery.
If you want something to buy... You ain't got no money. It's hard to get it.
It's challenging to purchase anything without having sufficient funds.
If you need something to eat.... You got to go to find your way.
One needs to explore different options to arrange for meals.
Unemployment is rising.
Joblessness rates are going up.
Where there's no employment, it's like you can't find no rent.
In places where there are no jobs, it's difficult to find a place to live.
And all your friends, they've got nothing to lend.
None of your friends loan you any money.
Violence in the city. The people protest for their rights.
Citizens are striving to gain their freedoms amid chaos.
Though their cry seem hopeless, they're still looking for the best.
Even though they feel dejected, they continue to hope for a better future.
What do you think about the present situation?
What is your opinion regarding the current state of affairs?
All I can say is it seem like hatred, anger and confusion.
It appears that the prevailing sentiment is one of rage and turmoil.
No food on the table, which makes them unable.
Lack of food is making them impotent.
No food on the table. The children are hungry.
Kids are starving due to the shortage of food.
Confusion in the city. The people protest for their rights.
Chaotic conditions in the urban spaces incite people to demand justice.
Contributed by Isaiah T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Garvey Ufot
on Friday Evening
Oh may take a while, Rasta
Oh rabam rabam bastira
Give thanks that you can find it in this time
It′s Friday evening, can't even find a dime, yeah
I say I feel like committing a crime, nooo
Still I know Jah will never leave me behind, no way
Pickney deh a-yard, seh dem waan food
(Friday evening) hey, hey (so deceiving)
Wife a cuss landlord, seh dem get rude
(Friday evening) hey, hey (unbelieving)
I man a-find it hard, in a bad mood
Woah, yeah
Give thanks that you can find your fish and bread (Friday evening, yeah)
It′s Friday evening and I man belly well red (seh the system dread)
I man so hungry, I man a-get swell head, yeah
Can't 'member when I've eaten fish and bread, nooo, hey
Stera stera sterara tenam
Stare stera stare tera tena
Stera stera sterara stera
Woah, woah, woah yeh
Pickney deh a-yard, seh dem waan food
(Friday evening) hey, hey (so deceiving)
Wife a cuss landlord, seh dem get rude
(Friday evening) hey, hey (unbelieving)
I man a-find it hard, in a bad mood
Woah oh, woah oh
Give thanks that you can find your fish and bread (Friday evening, yeah)
It′s Friday evening and I man belly well red (seh the system dread)
I man so hungry, I man a-get swell head, yeah
Can't 'member when I've eaten fish and bread, nooo
Friday evening, yeah (Friday evening)
Can′t even find a dime (so deceiving)
Friday evening, yeah (Friday evening)
Can't really get what′s mine (unbelieving)
It's Friday evening, yeah (Friday evening)
I don′t enjoy it, anyway (Natty crying)
Friday evening, yeah (Friday evening)
Man feel like destroy it, hey, hey (nothing eating)
It's Friday evening (Friday evening)
Woah oh, woah oh, oh, oh, oh (so deceiving)
It's Friday evening (Friday evening)
Woah oh (unbelieving)
It′s Friday evening, yeah (Friday evening)
Weche
on back staba
You skin up your teeth with I and you don't like the rasta dreadlocks
Jacob said we inna tenament yard a bagga wolf de amongst the dread
Licky Licky laba laba susu susu
Demma backstabba
Me back bigger than your dartboard, ooh
You wet your mouth like I told u so
..........
Bredda Michael
on Ball Of Fire
Ahhh-ah-ah,
Ahh-ah,
Ahh-ah.
Say, say, say, now.
(CHORUS) 2X
Ball,
Ball of fire,
Ball of fire,
Gonna…
Clap up inna Babylon.
Ten thousand
Careless Ethiopians,
Went down…
Down inna ground…
Hey-hey,
Hey, Big man,
Your ‘ealth, nor your wealth can save you now (cyan’ save you)
Drivin' in your big limo trap,
Chauffeur-driven an’ you sittin' in di back (when you wake up in fire).
Inna dem a-time, I know,
Fire gonna burn mi den… (gonna burn mi easy).
I-a congo natty rastaman know
That it-a gonna be dread.
(CHORUS)
You can seh yuh know…
Ten thousand
Careless Ethiopians,
Went down…
Down inna ground…
Hey, Big Man
Your ‘ealth, nor your wealth can save you now. (cyan’ save you)
Drivin' in your big Cadillac,
You’re chauffeur-driven an’ you jammin' in di back (when you wake up in fire)
Where ya gonna run?
When this-a fire start to burn? (gonna burn mi easy).
Ten thousand careless Ethiopians,
Went down with Babylon.
(CHORUS)
Where ya gonna run? Where ya gonna run?
When this-a fire, this-a fire start to bu’n?
Ten thousand careless Ethiopians
Clap up inna Babylon.
To di rock,
Waan di Christ for ‘imself
When a fire isn’t the worst, it’s something else
Weh ya gonna run? Weh ya gonna run?
When this-a fire, this-a fire start to bu’n?
James Bouryiotis
on Why Worry
these are entirely different lyrics!
Paul Salcido
on I'll Go Through
These are not the lyrics!!!!
Mitchell Nobles
on Red Eyes
i love the music everything i go in the street..
Eh Shehu
on My Master's Will
good weed boy