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There was good & evil. we chose good
why raise the time of the most high
his sons of men

The rich man's wealth is in the city. yeah
Destruction of the poor is his poverty. Lord
Destruction of your soul is vanity. yeah, ay, yeah
Do you hear.
I and I, I wanna rule my destiny. yeah
I and I, I wanna rule my destiny.

Destiny, mama look from when you call me
Destiny, mama look from when you calling
I wanna rule my destiny
yeah, yeah oh help I please
Jah Jah mek mi rule my destiny.

I've been blessed I've been touch
I love Jah so much
They keep fighting me I'm not giving up
May the realms of Zion fill my spiritual cup
Wisdom overstanding must never be too much
Give I protection Day and night
From even the pestilence that war get a daylight

Destiny, mama look from when you calling
Destiny, mama look from when you calling
I wanna rule my destiny
yeah, yeah oh help I please
Jah Jah mek mi rule my destiny.

Cast away their cords from us, Lord.
You have them in the region in the valley of decision
Restraining the heathen with a rod of iron
You know not the destiny of a next man
Why hold him set him free for too long
I, I wanna rule my destiny
Oh yeah, I & I really wanna rule my destiny
Hear me call call call

Destiny, mama look from when you call me
Destiny, mama look from when you calling
I wanna rule my destiny
oh yeah, help I please
really wanna rule my destiny.

My destination is homeward bound
Though forces try to hold I down
Breaking chains has become the norm
I know I must get through no matter what a gwaan

Destiny, mama look from when you calling
Destiny, mama look from when you calling
I wanna rule my destiny
Lord, & I tell you once more

The rich man's wealth is in the city. oh
Destruction of the poor is our poverty. yeah
Destruction of your soul is vanity. wooooy
Do you hear, Do you hear





Destiny, Destiny

Overall Meaning

The song "Destiny" by Buju Banton is a deeply spiritual and introspective piece that speaks to the desire for autonomy and self-determination. The opening lines, "There was good and evil, we chose good / Why raise the time of the most high, his sons of men" suggest a questioning of the role of destiny, and the idea that we have the power to choose our own paths in life. The chorus reinforces this theme of self-rule, with the repeated refrain of "I wanna rule my destiny." The song suggests that this is not just a desire for personal ambition or success, but a spiritual calling, with lyrics such as "I love Jah so much" and "May the realms of Zion fill my spiritual cup." The song suggests that while external forces may try to hold us down or restrain us, we have the power to break free and determine our own fate.


One interesting fact about "Destiny" is that it won the Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album in 2011, cementing Buju Banton's legacy as one of the most influential reggae artists of all time. The song originally appeared on his 1997 album "Inna Heights." Another interesting fact is that "Destiny" was featured prominently in the popular Netflix series "Narcos," which tells the story of the rise and fall of notorious drug lord Pablo Escobar. The song underscores the show's themes of destiny and free will, and is a nod to the influence of Jamaican music on Colombian culture.


Chords: Unfortunately, the chords for "Destiny" by Buju Banton are not readily available online.


Line by Line Meaning

There was good & evil. we chose good
We were faced with a choice between good and evil, and we chose to do what is right.


why raise the time of the most high his sons of men
Why waste time questioning the existence of a higher power? We are all children of the same creator.


The rich man's wealth is in the city. yeah Destruction of the poor is his poverty. Lord Destruction of your soul is vanity. yeah, ay, yeah Do you hear.
The wealthy hoard their riches in the city while the poor suffer in poverty. Focusing on accumulating wealth at the expense of others is a futile and destructive endeavor that ultimately leads to emptiness. Can you hear the cries of those who are suffering?


I and I, I wanna rule my destiny. yeah I and I, I wanna rule my destiny.
I am in control of my own fate, and I will not let anyone dictate how my life pans out.


Destiny, mama look from when you call me Destiny, mama look from when you calling I wanna rule my destiny yeah, yeah oh help I please Jah Jah mek mi rule my destiny.
I am praying to the divine to help me take charge of my life and shape my destiny according to my desires.


I've been blessed I've been touch I love Jah so much They keep fighting me I'm not giving up May the realms of Zion fill my spiritual cup Wisdom overstanding must never be too much Give I protection Day and night From even the pestilence that war get a daylight
I have been blessed with divine favor and protection, and I am grateful for it. Despite the challenges I face, I refuse to back down and will keep fighting. I pray that I receive divine guidance and enlightenment, while also being protected from danger and harm.


Cast away their cords from us, Lord. You have them in the region in the valley of decision Restraining the heathen with a rod of iron You know not the destiny of a next man Why hold him set him free for too long I, I wanna rule my destiny Oh yeah, I & I really wanna rule my destiny Hear me call call call
I pray to the divine to break free from any form of enslavement or oppression that is holding us back. Each person has their own unique destiny, and we should not hold others back, but rather empower them to achieve their goals. I am taking charge of my own life and will not let anyone else control me.


My destination is homeward bound Though forces try to hold I down Breaking chains has become the norm I know I must get through no matter what a gwaan
My ultimate goal is to return home, to a place of peace and fulfillment. Although I am facing many obstacles and opposition that seek to hinder my progress, I will not be deterred. Overcoming obstacles and breaking free from limitations has become a regular part of my journey. No matter what happens, I will continue striving towards my goals.


The rich man's wealth is in the city. oh Destruction of the poor is our poverty. yeah Destruction of your soul is vanity. wooooy Do you hear, Do you hear
Once again, we are reminded that focusing solely on acquiring wealth and ignoring the plight of those who suffer only leads to our own downfall. It is important to care for the poor and seek to alleviate their suffering. Additionally, placing too much emphasis on physical wealth and material possessions leads to an empty and unfulfilled life. Are we listening?


Destiny, Destiny
The chorus simply repeats the message that the singer wants to be in control of their own destiny.




Lyrics Β© Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DONOVAN GERMAIN, MARK ANTHONY MYRIE, STEVEN MICHAEL MARSDEN, LOWELL DUNBAR

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