Mr. President
Jah Lion Lyrics


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When I grow up to be a man
I won't lie for you
I won't die for you
'Cause I think you're wrong
Mister president
You've got to get
Yourself together
You ask me
If I'll be your friend
I can't tell you right now
I might be making a vow
And I could be wrong
I've got to get
Myself together
Du du du

When I grow up to be a man
I won't lie for you
I won't die for you
'Cause I think you're wrong
Mister president




You've got to get
Yourself together

Overall Meaning

Jah Lion's song "Mr. President" is a political and social commentary on the state of Jamaica during the mid-1970s, a time when the country was rife with political corruption, bribery, and violence. The song is Jah Lion's message to the President of Jamaica, urging him to wake up and take responsibility for the state of the nation. He is frustrated with the President's failure to address the issues plaguing Jamaica, and the President's lack of accountability for his actions.


In the first verse of the song, Jah Lion expresses his determination to stay true to his morals and not compromise himself for the President. He won't "lie for you" or "die for you," indicating his rejection of the President's manipulation and coercion. He believes that the President is wrong and needs to "get himself together." In the second verse, Jah Lion questions the President's sincerity, asking if he can be his friend. He's hesitant to make a vow because he knows he could be wrong. Jah Lion recognizes that he needs to "get himself together" before he can make any commitments.


Overall, "Mr. President" is a powerful protest song that calls for accountability and integrity in the Jamaican government. Jah Lion's lyrics serve as a reminder that leaders must prioritize the needs of their people and work towards creating a better future for their country.


Line by Line Meaning

When I grow up to be a man
As I mature and gain wisdom, I will not compromise my principles for you


I won't lie for you
I will not deceive for your benefit, regardless of the circumstances


I won't die for you
I will not sacrifice my life for your cause or interests


'Cause I think you're wrong
Since I disagree with your beliefs or actions, I cannot support them


Mister president
Addressing the person who holds the highest government position in the country


You've got to get
You need to take action


Yourself together
You must improve your behavior, attitude or performance


You ask me
You inquire or request my assistance or approval


If I'll be your friend
If I will support your policies, personality or choices


I can't tell you right now
I am not ready or willing to give you an answer


I might be making a vow
I may be taking a solemn pledge to my values or beliefs


And I could be wrong
I recognize that my judgment can be flawed or incomplete


I've got to get
I need to focus on my own growth and learning


Myself together
I need to address my own flaws and limitations, and become a better person


Du du du
Nonsensical sounds that convey a musical rhythm or vibe




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: IAN FREDRICK STEPHEN AMEY, TREVOR ALLAN DAVIES, JOHN DYMOND

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@lawrencenjawe9875

Classic Heptones track. Thank you Leroy Sibbles for your compositions and Perry.... You're a genius RIP !!

@michaelpoulosjr.2249

I’ve probably listened to Lee “Scratch” Perry’s productions more than any other producer. Amazing what he did with such basic equipment and in my opinion some of his recordings sounded better than top notch studios of the day.

@jefersonvilaede

jah lion verse kills it

@lenkaramsay9611

Great tune 👏one love Lady Lenka 🇨🇿

@BorkaBDaProducer

love black ark phaser sound effect

@jessibarr2378

<3

@CheikhTidianeNDAO

Jessica Barr Blessings

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@jessibarr2378

you sit like a big bear, say your full of fear

@CheikhTidianeNDAO

Jessica Barr Mr President

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