Born in Manchester, Jamaica, reggae singer Jah Mason made his debut in 1991… Read Full Bio ↴Born in Manchester, Jamaica, reggae singer Jah Mason made his debut in 1991 with the single "Selassie I Call We." Recorded for Junior Reid's record label, the single appeared under the name Perry Mason, a nickname Mason had picked up during his childhood due to his ability to settle arguments. He always preferred the country to the city since it was easier to meditate there and as Mason claims, "I can communicate with the birds and the trees." After hooking up with David House, who had successfully guided singer Capleton to international fame, this spiritual side of Mason began to flourish. In 1995 he became a member of the Rastafarian branch Bobo Ashanti, changed his performing name from Perry Mason to Jah Mason, and began recording conscious reggae where the message was as important as the music. Jamaican hits like "My Princess Gone" and "Lion Look" and guest shots on a few Jah Cure singles appeared before the full-lengths Keep Your Joy (Ghetto Technology) and Unlimited (Reggae Vibes) both landed in 2002. Never Give Up (On The Corner) from 2004 found him working with international producers including Dan "Piloni" Kark from Israel. The 2006 album Princess Gone: The Saga Bed appeared on the VP label, which was distributed by the worldwide giant Universal.

Give Jah Some Time
Jah Mason Lyrics

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Most High, Selassie I
Just ask and it shall be given to InI

Just give Jah some time
He'll make your light shine
Just seek and you'll find
That you so divine
Just give Jah some time

He'll make your light shine
Just seek and you'll find
That you so divine

Alright well my time it's precious make me meditate
I keep it conscious me never hesitate
Bad ways, sideways, them got to be?
I got to be clean and so I procreate the most high lifestyle
Is the battle that the war not over well
Them no win the battle yet watch out traitors and spies confederate
Them no know

Just give Jah some time
He'll make your light shine
Just seek and you'll find
That you so divine
Just give Jah some time
He'll make your light shine
Just seek and you'll find
That you so divine

Alright well
Them a bang a wrong well dat a no winner
Visualize and organize
So me a go eat mi dinner
Na make them control me in any of the arena
? Every youth want a beamer
Got my family to provide for
I'm the bread winner
Mama taught me not to be a sinner
Certain things rasta man got to keep it royal

Just give Jah some time
He'll make your light shine
Just seek and you'll find
That you so divine
Just give Jah some time
He'll make your light shine
Seek and you'll find
That you so divine

Alright well my time it's precious make me meditate
I keep it conscious me never hesitate
Bad ways, sideways, them got to be?
I got to be clean and so I procreate the most high lifestyle
Is the battle that the war not over well
Pagan no win the battle yet
Watch out the traitors and spies confederate
Them no know

Just give Jah some time
He'll make your light shine
Just seek and you'll find
That you so divine
Just give Jah some time
He'll make your light shine
Seek and you'll find
That you so divine

Alright well
Them a bang a wrong well dat a no winner
Visualize and organize
So me a go eat mi dinner
Na make them control me in any of the arena
? Every youth want a beamer
Got my family to provide for
I'm the bread winner
Rastafari know my Mama taught me not to be a sinner
Rastafari!

Just give Jah some time
He'll make your light shine
Just seek and you'll find
That you so divine
Just give Jah some time
He'll make your light shine

Seek and you'll find
That you so divine

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Jah Mason's "Give Jah Some Time" are rooted in the Rastafarian belief that Jah, or God, will provide for those who seek him. The opening lines of the song reference Haile Selassie I, who is seen as a messianic figure within Rastafarianism. The lyrics encourage listeners to ask for what they need, and trust that Jah will provide.

The chorus repeatedly urges listeners to "just give Jah some time," reminding them that all things will become clear in time. The verses mention the importance of meditation and a conscious lifestyle, and warn against those who would try to control or deceive.

The song emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and one's beliefs. The lyrics mention the desire for material things like a car ("every youth want a beamer"), but also remind listeners of the importance of providing for family and avoiding sin.

Overall, the message of the song is one of trust in God's plan and the importance of living a conscious, righteous life.

Line by Line Meaning

Most High, Selassie I
Referring to Jah, asking for help from the divine one, Haile Selassie I.

Just ask and it shall be given to InI
If you ask Jah for help, he will provide.

Just give Jah some time
Be patient, Jah will provide soon enough.

He'll make your light shine
He will help you find your path in life.

Just seek and you'll find
If you look for Jah, he will reveal himself to you.

That you so divine
You are a divine being created by Jah.

Alright well my time it's precious make me meditate
This time is sacred and he uses it to meditate and connect with Jah.

I keep it conscious me never hesitate
He keeps himself aware and mindful, always ready to act when necessary.

Bad ways, sideways, them got to be?
He questions those who are living in dishonest and dishonourable ways.

I got to be clean and so I procreate the most high lifestyle
He aims to live a clean and pure life, in line with Jah's teachings.

Is the battle that the war not over well
Life is a constant battle and he is still fighting to live right.

Them no win the battle yet watch out traitors and spies confederate
Those who betray and deceive must be watched out for and avoided.

Just give Jah some time
Again, be patient, Jah will come through.

Seek and you'll find
You must actively pursue Jah and his teachings to truly find him.

Them a bang a wrong well dat a no winner
Those living dishonestly and immorally are on the wrong path and will not succeed.

Visualize and organize
He believes in focusing on a clear goal and organizing his thoughts towards making it a reality.

So me a go eat mi dinner
After working hard towards his goal, he will enjoy the fruits of his labour.

Na make them control me in any of the arena
He will not allow anyone to control him or his actions.

? Every youth want a beamer
Many young people aspire to own a nice car (BMW).

Got my family to provide for
He has responsibilities towards his family and must provide for them.

I'm the bread winner
He is the one responsible for providing for his family.

Rastafari know my Mama taught me not to be a sinner
His mother raised him with good moral values, reflected in his Rastafarian beliefs.

Rastafari!
A shout out to his faith, Rastafarianism.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANDRAE JOHNSON, FABRICE ALLEGRE, FRENCHIE ALLEGRE, JAH MAN

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