1) Jamaican regg… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists that share the name Jah Lion.
1) Jamaican reggae singer Pat Francis who recorded under Jah Lloyd, Jah Lion, The Black Lion of Judah and Jah Ali.
2) A sandal gazing dub jam band from underground label RollOverRover featuring Sean McCann, who released the perversely limited Dub Bible (RollOverRover, CS, 2009).
Pat Francis
Jamaica's Pat Francis recorded under a lot of names during the 1970s, including Jah Lion, Jah Lloyd and Black Lion of Judah, and given that his musical creations frequently centred on drug-related themes, he was sort of an early character blueprint for the flamboyant urban rappers of the late 1990s. In the mid-1960s he was a member of the Mediators, and he later scored hits with topical material like "Soldier Round the Corner," "Know Yourself Blackman" and "Killer Flour" for producer Rupie Edwards. Never afraid to reinvent himself, Francis turned toaster and DJ for tracks like "Black Snowfall" and "World Class." He tasted critical success as Jah Lion when he recorded the marvellous Colombia Colly album with producer Lee "Scratch" Perry at Perry's legendary Black Ark studio, including a striking version of the Little Willie John classic, "Fever." He became Jah Lloyd in 1978, signing a record deal with Front Line, and although songs like "Jah Lion" and "Cocaine" tried hard, they stirred up little public interest. Francis turned to production work as the 1970s ended, becoming Jah Lion again as the 1980s beckoned, and although he stayed active behind the scenes, his major recording work was behind him. Pat Francis was only 52 when he was killed in Kingston on June 12, 1999.
Dub Bible by Jah Lion
Time and space is put on eternal delay, and every pixel of your vision is soaked in bong water. The tongue in cheek homage gets lost in the haze as soon as the smoke fills your eardrums. It was a great time if you don't remember what happened. Splendidly bowed banjo from Sean McCann on track 2.
Mr. President
Jah Lion Lyrics
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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
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
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
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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
@pennyanderson760
JESUS ✝️JAH JAH PRAISE JAH ✝️ KING OF KINGS LORD OF LORDS✝️LION OF JUDAH🦁🦁👆🌈Rastaman Vibration
@jessibarr2378
you sit like a big bear, say your full of fear
@CheikhTidianeNDAO
Jessica Barr Mr President