In November 1998, while driving around Montego Bay, Jah Cure was pulled over by the police and arrested on charges of gun possession, rape and robbery. He was prosecuted in April 1999, found guilty and sentenced to 15 years in prison. Since the arrest, Jah Cure has firmly maintained his innocence. Jah Cure is not scheduled to be released from jail until 2007 at the earliest.
While in prison he has had access to recording equipment and has released three albums and a number of singles, some of which have topped the Jamaican charts. His first album Free Jah’s Cure was released in 2000, it was followed by Ghetto Life in 2003 and Freedom Blues in 2005. More recently Jah Cure has released the songs 'Love is', 'Longing For' and 'True Reflections', showing his unique voice and lyrical ability.
BY TYRONE S REID Observer staff reporter reidt@jamaicaobserver.com
Sunday, July 29, 2007
From Jamaica Observer -- BY TYRONE S REID Observer staff reporter reidt@jamaicaobserver.com
Sunday, July 29, 2007:
After eight years "behind the prison walls" of the Tower Street Adult Correctional facility in Kingston, the day that he was "longing for" - his release - came yesterday, but not with the fanfare and flourish that many Jamaicans had highly anticipated.
During his time behind bars, reggae singer Jah Cure created headlines that won him legions of fans, many who started petitions advocating his release. But yesterday, the reggae artiste, born Siccature Alcock, who was scheduled to be released at 8:00 am, walked out of the maximum security prison minutes after 5:00 am, according to guards.
But even though Jah Cure's early morning release stumped his fans, as well as journalists, scores of chalice-carrying Rastafarians were at the prison gate to greet their 'brother', a senior warder told the Sunday Observer.
"Mi seh, some chalice bun out yah this morning. Ah nuff Rasta come out in di early morning. The one dem who hear bout the early release," the warder said. "Him walk out like Nelson Mandela and him greet some of the man them before the warden escort him away."
The senior warder, who spoke to some of the people who had gathered for the 8:00 am release, said the decision was made to prevent any commotion outside the prison gates.
"I am sorry to know that people came to see him and didn't get the chance. We had to try and avoid the crowd," the warder, dressed in a bright blue uniform, told the crowd, after declining to give his name.
Yesterday, the Sunday Observer received positive comments about Alcock's character while he was an inmate on the A-North block.
"He was a well-behaved inmate. We never have no problem with him," one worker at the prison said.
Another said: "Yes man, him just love him music. Him did alright."
One female warden agreed with her co-workers, before advising us to direct any further questions to "the head office".
In the meantime, several fans who refused to believe that their "artiste" had already left the compound set up camp outside and openly expressed their opinions about his imprisonment and subsequent release.
One female vendor outside the prison, who gave her name only as Miss Yvonne, told the Sunday Observer that Alcock received many visitors each month, the majority being females.
"Him get visitors from all over the world. The other day a white girl come here from France but him didn't take the visit," Miss Yvonne said. "Him go to prison go make him name. I hope that him learn him lesson and move on with him life," she said, adding that she heard that Jah Cure made a stop at Rockfort to "wash off" after leaving the prison.
Her other interesting comments, which had everyone cracking up, included: "Mi hear seh Jah Cure pay all warden rent when him did ovah deh."
One man who said he drove from St Thomas to witness the singer's release said he was very disappointed but wished Jah Cure all the best.
"Even though him have the whole world claim that them love him, him have to be careful," he said.
Another man, a broom vendor from Clarendon, said he wanted to get a glimpse of the man whose songs he can't get enough of.
Trisha, a female fan and a feelance photographer, said people should not judge Alcock as he was capable of making mistakes and changing like other humans.
"I believe that to each his own. If it wasn't time for him to be released, he wouldn't have been released. I just hope that he has learnt from the experience," she said.
Her friend, Kelly, added: "I think he deserved to be released. I just want to get to see him in person now. I hope he wil change too."
Alcock, who was born in Hanover in 1978, was reportedly given the name Jah Cure by Capleton whom he met while growing up in Kingston.
According to police reports, in November 1998, while driving around Montego Bay Alcock was pulled over by the police and arrested on charges of gun possession, rape and robbery. He was taken before the courts in April 1999, found guilty and sentenced to 15 years in prison.
Since the arrest, Jah Cure has firmly maintained his innocence. The story surrounding his case dominated media headlines and barber shop conversations for months, leading to several "Free Jah Cure" campaigns.
While in prison, the singer had access to recording equipment and has released three albums and a number of singles, some of which have done well on local reggae charts. His debut album, Free Jah's Cure was released in 2000, and was followed by Ghetto Life (2003) and Freedom Blues (2005). His popular singles include True Reflections, Love is and Longing For. -- Jamaica Observer
Jah Cure performed for the first time in Holland from http://www.radioreggaetrade.com:
Jah Cure's first performance since his release from prison on July 28 has left a lasting impression on his European fans. On Sunday August 12 at the Reggae Sundance Festival in Eindhoven, Holland, Jah Cure performed in front of 20,000 persons who were longing for this day. Below are reports from journalists who were able to capture this historic moment.
"The field felt it. Jah Cure's performance at Reggae Sundance in Holland would become a historical moment. While the world was waiting for his release, Jah Cure has given hope to many with his music. With this in mind all his songs felt much more powerful. Longing For, What Will It Take, Jamaica and Prison Walls; he did them in his distinguished way of singing. Almost complaining as if he carries a heavy weight on his back. He reaches the high notes, even if he has to press them out of his toes. That's the way the crowd likes to hear him! He stood on stage dressed all in white with his sympathetic and relaxed attitude. Compared to other artists he's different in his stage performance. He shows a lot of tranquility. I think Holland was blessed with Jah Cure on the 12 th of August 2007." - Melvin Toemin, FunX FM, Rotterdam.
"The show was amazing. The best show I have ever been to. Jah Cure gave a strong performance... Amazing!" - Julian, www.Reggaephotos.de , Germany.
"Jah Cure's debut performance since his much publicised release from prison promised much, and for once the hype around an artistes performance delivered on all fronts. He seemed completely at home on stage and was greeted by a rapturous reception from the European crowd. His rapport with the audience was instantly noticeable, and with the majestic Dean Frazer leading the Iyah Cure Band it was hard to believe that this was not an outfit that had toured around Europe and the world for some time. And this was actually their first public outing! Cure's vocal performance was on point throughout, and his fans around the world have a treat in store when he visits their region." - Ray Paul, BBC 1Xtra, United Kingdom.
"The audience sang along line by line. The atmosphere was electrifying. In the run-up to the Reggae Sundance festival it was evident that most of the over 20,000 visitors travelled there because of Jah Cure. It was history in the making! Jamaica had Bob Marley, Jamaica had Garnett Silk and now Jamaica has Jah Cure, who is on the best way to becoming a superstar. That was the consensus after his outstanding, professional, winning performance, which was the crowning glory of the festival and which put tears in so many eyes because of the beauty of his voice and the circumstances surrounding his very first performance after over eight years in prison." - Ellen Kohlings, Riddim, Germany
Jamaican fans and journalists will have the opportunity to make their own judgments at Cure's next performance at Curefest, the 3-day event focusing on the work and music of Jah Cure to be held on October 12-14, 2007 in Oracabessa Bay, St. Mary, Jamaica.
check: freejahcure.net
STRONGER
Jah Cure Lyrics
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Give me a moment just to remind you
Of the love we've not made before
The reason you can't close this door
I see confusion in your eye
And maybe your a little surprised
The way we make love under the moon light
Tomorrow you'll see the new light
Come away in a dream
This world is not what it seems
There be no gold on the end of the rainbow
Birds don't fly anywhere that the wind blow
Come away in a dream
Life is not what is seem
Happiness don't always live forever
But my love is getting stronger everyday
Stronger everyday
They tell me that diamonds are your friends
But diamonds won't be there in the end
I give you my love to remember
I keep you happier, happier, happier
You should be mi bonefy
Nothing in this world can justify
Love inna yo heart for I and I
It's You and I, You and I baby
Maybe it's just faith
A time wi simply be waiting
Is a chance to practice together
We can go in search of forever
The lyrics to Jah Cure's "Stronger" are a declaration of love and commitment. The singer expresses his desire to remind his partner of the intense passion they once shared, and his willingness to do anything to rekindle that flame. He recognizes that there may be confusion and doubts in his partner's mind, but he promises to make things right and show her the "new light" of their love.
The opening lines, "I've tried a lifetime to find you," speak to the depth of the singer's love and the lengths he has gone to in order to win and keep his partner's affection. He believes that their love is worth fighting for, and he expresses a willingness to create new memories and experiences with her. The lines "The reason you can't close this door/I see confusion in your eye" suggest that his partner has been hurt before and may be hesitant to fully commit to him.
The chorus, "Come away in a dream/This world is not what it seems/Happiness don't always live forever/But my love is getting stronger every day" speaks to the idea that true happiness can only be found in genuine love and connection. The singer recognizes that material possessions and external factors like money and fame are fleeting and cannot bring lasting happiness. He promises to be a constant source of love and support for his partner, strengthening their bond every day.
In summary, "Stronger" is a powerful love song that celebrates the enduring strength of true love and the importance of commitment and dedication in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
I've tried a life time to find you
I have spent my whole life searching for you
Give me a moment just to remind you
Can I have a moment to remind you
Of the love we've not made before
Of the love we have not yet experienced
The reason you can't close this door
The reason you cannot walk away
I see confusion in your eye
I can see confusion in your eyes
And maybe your a little surprised
Maybe you are a little surprised
The way we make love under the moon light
The way we make love under the moon's light
Tomorrow you'll see the new light
Tomorrow you will see things differently
Come away in a dream
Escape reality in a dreamlike state
This world is not what it seems
Things in this world are not always as they appear
There be no gold on the end of the rainbow
The end of the rainbow does not hold any treasure
Birds don't fly anywhere that the wind blow
Birds do not fly just anywhere the wind blows
Life is not what is seem
Life is not always what it seems
Happiness don't always live forever
Happiness is not always long-lasting
But my love is getting stronger everyday
But my love is growing stronger each day
They tell me that diamonds are your friends
They say that diamonds are a woman's best friend
But diamonds won't be there in the end
But diamonds will not be there in the long run
I give you my love to remember
I give you my love to cherish
I keep you happier, happier, happier
I keep you blissful, blissful, blissful
You should be mi bonefy
You should be my significant other
Nothing in this world can justify
There is nothing in this world that can explain
Love inna yo heart for I and I
Love in your heart for me and you
It's You and I, You and I baby
It is me and you, baby
Maybe it's just faith
Maybe it is just fate
A time wi simply be waiting
A time we will simply wait
Is a chance to practice together
Is an opportunity for us to practice together
We can go in search of forever
We can embark on a search for forever
Writer(s): Siccaturie Alcock, Donovan Keith Bennett, Duane Anthony Stephenson
Contributed by Alexis H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@roughdanfamily
2024 here
@VickiRajack
Who still here in 2023???luv d cure
@jessedownes6467
Haha✊get never get old
@thegabus3614
Jah cure forever ❤
@munyaradzidemundo3049
24
@Hgwethgames
Currre Againnnn! Beautiful beautiful Music
@annagora4305
23 dec 2023 still my song 🎉❤
@tjmusicke1050
Still stronger this 2024.. Cuuure agaaaaiiiinn....
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Bredda a girl just send me this song..
@tjmusicke1050
@@cemarbailey-zm9ev then you're a real one... lol