Some Day
Jah Mason Lyrics


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Rah! Haile Selassie I prepare the place for I and I
inna Mount Zion I
Check it out

Some day one day
Got to be free
Going to the promised land
Black Star Line a set seals deh pon sea
I told you
Some day one day
Got to be free
Going to the promised land
Black Star Line a set seals deh pon sea

Jamaica's free, whoa
No boundary, no limit
The whole world in His hand and and yet still di man a spin it
And looking for da day some dutty livity abolish
Be good, do good
You will never perish
No hatred, no grudge
And everything vanish
And so many mansion 'round my fada palace
And acres of herb fi load up me chalice
Can't hold me
Free up the knowledge
Yo, again

Some day one day
Got to be free
Going to the promised land
Black Star Line a set seals deh pon sea
I told you
Some day one day
Got to be free
Going to the promised land
Black Star Line a set seals deh pon sea

Make Jah yuh keepa
He'll bring you paradise
Just keep it real
Dont do otherwise
The world is there
You got to live a proper life
Don't forget your purpose
With a bag a hype
You know me well
I am the ragga type
The time is now
So make that choice
We all know well wrong from right
So hail Selassie I inna heights
Yo, again

Some day one day
Got to be free
Going to the promised land
Black Star Line a set seals deh pon sea
I told you
Some day one day
Got to be free
Going to the promised land
Black Star Line a set seals deh pon sea

Jamaica's free, whoa
No boundary, no limit
The whole world in His hand and and yet still di man a spin it
And looking for da day some dutty livity abolish
Be good, do good
You will never perish
No hatred, no grudge
And everything vanish
And so many mansion 'round my fada palace
And acres of herb fi load up me chalice
Can't hold me
Free up the knowledge
Yo, again

Some day one day
Got to be free
Going to the promised land
Black Star Line a set seals deh pon sea
I told you
Some day one day
Got to be free
Going to the promised land
Black Star Line a set seals deh pon sea

Make Jah yuh keepa
He'll bring you paradise
Just keep it real
Dont do otherwise
The world is there
You got to live a proper life
Don't forget your purpose
With a bag a hype
You know me well
I am the ragga type
The time is now
So make that choice
We all know well wrong from right
So hail Selassie I inna heights
Yo, again

Some day one day
Got to be free
Going to the promised land
Black Star Line a set seals deh pon sea
I told you
Some day one day
Got to be free




Going to the promised land
Black Star Line a set seals deh pon sea

Overall Meaning

In Jah Mason's song "Some Day," the lyrics reflect the artist's faith and hope for a better future. The song begins with a reference to Haile Selassie I, the former Emperor of Ethiopia who is revered as the messiah in the Rastafari movement. Selassie I is believed to have prepared a place on Mount Zion, symbolizing a spiritual journey to a promised land.


Jamaica is mentioned as being free without boundaries or limits, symbolizing a world where all people are united and living in harmony. The lyrics express a desire for a future where negativity, hatred, and grudges are abolished, and everyone lives according to the principles of goodness and righteousness. The mention of "Black Star Line" refers to the shipping line founded by Marcus Garvey, which aimed to connect black people globally and promote economic independence.


The message of the song encourages listeners to stay true to themselves and their faith, reminding them that living a proper life and remembering their purpose is essential. It calls for individuals to make the right choices and recognize the difference between right and wrong. The repetitive chorus emphasizes the longing for freedom and the journey towards the promised land.


Overall, "Some Day" is a song of hope, faith, and the vision for a better world where all people can experience freedom and unity. It draws on Rastafarian beliefs and references historical figures such as Haile Selassie I and Marcus Garvey to express these ideals.


Line by Line Meaning

Rah! Haile Selassie I prepare the place for I and I
Haile Selassie I has made arrangements for my presence and acceptance.


inna Mount Zion I
within the spiritual realm of Mount Zion.


Check it out
Take notice and pay attention.


Some day one day
At a future time.


Got to be free
It is necessary to experience liberation.


Going to the promised land
Heading towards a place of fulfillment and abundance.


Black Star Line a set seals deh pon sea
The Black Star Line is placing seals on the sea, symbolizing their control.


I told you
I previously conveyed this information to you.


Jamaica's free, whoa
Jamaica is liberated and unrestricted.


No boundary, no limit
There are no restrictions or constraints.


The whole world in His hand and and yet still di man a spin it
Although He controls the entire world, mankind still manipulates it.


And looking for da day some dutty livity abolish
Anticipating the day when immoral behavior is eliminated.


Be good, do good
Choose to act in a morally upright and positive manner.


You will never perish
You will not come to an end or face destruction.


No hatred, no grudge
There is no presence of animosity or resentment.


And everything vanish
All negative aspects will disappear.


And so many mansion 'round my fada palace
Numerous elegant residences surrounding my father's palace.


And acres of herb fi load up me chalice
Abundant marijuana cultivation to fill my smoking pipe.


Can't hold me
Incapable of restraining or confining me.


Free up the knowledge
Allow the wisdom and understanding to flow freely.


Make Jah yuh keepa
Allow Jah to guide and protect you.


He'll bring you paradise
He will lead you to a state of bliss or delight.


Just keep it real
Simply remain genuine and authentic.


Dont do otherwise
Avoid behaving in an untruthful or dishonest manner.


The world is there
Opportunities and experiences are available.


You got to live a proper life
It is necessary to live in a manner that aligns with moral principles.


Don't forget your purpose
Remember your reason for existence.


With a bag a hype
Do not get caught up in excessive excitement or attention-seeking behavior.


You know me well
You have a good understanding of who I am.


I am the ragga type
I adhere to the style and culture of ragga music.


The time is now
The present moment is the opportune time.


So make that choice
Therefore, decide accordingly.


We all know well wrong from right
Each of us possesses knowledge of moral discernment.


So hail Selassie I inna heights
Therefore, praise and honor Haile Selassie I in the highest regard.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Fabrice Allegre, Andrae Corey Johnson

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Comments from YouTube:

Jah Lightin Mountain

real talk brother. manners and respect rastafari power straight up.

Selectah Tienzo

Jamaica Free... Bless It Jah Mason

FYAH DEM TINA

BIG UP TO YU JAH MASON

William Muriu

Be good do good you will never perish

Gábor Somogyi

Big Tune!

GRUNGDEEM

bless jah marson

Gaetan Martinvalet

❤❤❤❤❤très beaux regger

Veronica Laurent

That is one of my favorite song this king here

Ibou Samb

good vibe.selectah Bewise!!!

Trinity Foundation Sounds Bze

Blessed love..don't forget your purpose with a baggage hype...yes i

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