Jah Vinci who's real name is Kirk Rhoden burst onto the Dancehall Reggae scene in 2008 with a collaboration with his then mentor Vybz Kartel called "Weh Dem A Guh" on producer Stephen Mcgregor's Day Rave Riddim.
Since then most lovers of dancehall and reggae music has falling in love with his music.
He was a member of the Vybz Kartel's led Portmore Empire.
In 2011 he decided to part company with the Portmore empire saying that being a cultural artist his music no longer fits with the direction of the Portmore Empire.
In a media release he said "I'm thankful to Vybz Kartel for the role he has played in the development of my career, Kartel a mi don, a him set it fi mi. Big up yuhself, but yuh haffi be a man at the end of the day."
In recent times a number of artists has left the Portmore empire artiste such as Lisa Hype, Gaza Kim and Blak Ryno after it was said that they were beaten. The three have since then changed their names to Lisa Hyper, Kym and Ryno, respectively.
He's is well known for tracks such as:
1. Watch yuh Friends
2. Money
3. Remedy
4. Baby Girl I am Alone
5. Money Dream
6. Wine Pan
7. Rumour
8. Wipe Those Tears
10.Wicked Heart
11.Soul To Keep
12.Gwan Home
13.Me Nah Miss
14. Draw Mi Line
fren dem from me foe
Jah Vinci Lyrics
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Russian
Ah Jah Vinci ayy
Evryday I
Pray I know dat Jah will guide mi way
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True mi know
Mi friend dem frm mi foe
So mi asks him fi guide dem though cuz ah prayer ah day will chase dem away
Dem ah wish bad but ah love mi say I know dat Jah Jah
Jah will guide my way
Pagans waan si mi dead but mi ah carry on
Evryday mi say ah prayer n mi chant ah Psalm me have faith inna me prayer me nuh fear no man that's why dem no scare we so Jah plz guide gairy cuz anytime we ah rise we head dem wa tear we big yard see it clearly the reason y dem badmind ah through dem lazy
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True mi know
Mi friend dem frm mi foe
Jah mek mi know
So mi asks him fi guide dem though cuz ah prayer ah day will chase dem away
Dem ah wish bad but ah love mi say I know dat Jah Jah
Jah will guide my way
Me wlk pon the earth but don't wa wlk alone no me don't want wlk alone evryday ah man ah carry gun fi mek a poor mudda scream n bawl ah srry sound dem kill dem ah lady dem nuh care bout the woman the pickney nor bby water the money wey the?? pay me that's y me ask Jah wlk near me
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Through mi know
Mi friend dem frm mi foe
Jah mek mi know
So mi asks him fi guide dem though cuz ah prayer ah day will chase dwm away
Dem ah wish bad but ah love mi say I know dat Jah Jah
Jah will guide my way
Pagans waan si mi dead but mi ah carry on
Evryday mi sat ah prayer n mi chant ah Psalm me have faith inna me prayer me nuh fear no man that's y dem no scare we so Jah Jah plz guide gairy cuz anytime we ah rise we head dem wah tear we big yard see it clearly the reason y dem badmind ah through dem lazy
()
Through mi know
Mi friend dem frm mi foe
Jah mek mi know
So mi asks him fi guide dem though cuz ah prayer ah day will chase dem away
Dem ah wish bad but ah love mi
Say I know dat Jah Jah
Jah will guide my way
In Jah Vinci's song "Fren Dem from Me Foe", the artist discusses his relationship with his friends and enemies, the struggles he faces in life, and his reliance on prayer to guide and protect him. The song begins with Jah Vinci emphasizing his faith and trust in God to follow the right path. He recognizes that some of his friends may have turned into enemies and prays for guidance for them, proclaiming that prayer will chase away negative thoughts and wishes.
The second verse focuses on the violence and crime that plagues Jah Vinci's community. He expresses his desire to not walk alone and his hope for divine protection in the face of gun violence and indifference towards the innocent victims who suffer as a result. He once again turns to prayer and asks for God's guidance and closeness to keep him safe and help him rise above those who wish to tear him down.
Overall, "Fren Dem from Me Foe" is a song about the importance of faith, friendship, and forgiveness in the face of adversity. Jah Vinci recognizes the complexities of relationships and the harsh realities of life in his community, but relies on his unwavering faith in God to keep him grounded and safe.
Line by Line Meaning
Evryday I
Pray I know dat Jah will guide mi way
Every day, I pray to Jah, believing that He will show me the way.
True mi know
Mi friend dem frm mi foe
Jah mek mi know
So mi asks him fi guide dem though cuz ah prayer ah day will chase dem away
Dem ah wish bad but ah love mi say I know dat Jah Jah
Jah will guide my way
I recognize true friends from foes; with Jah's guidance, I pray for my enemies and hope that my daily prayer of love will drive away their harmful intentions. I continue to believe that Jah will be my guide.
Pagans waan si mi dead but mi ah carry on
Evryday mi say ah prayer n mi chant ah Psalm me have faith inna me prayer me nuh fear no man that's why dem no scare we so Jah plz guide gairy cuz anytime we ah rise we head dem wa tear we big yard see it clearly the reason y dem badmind ah through dem lazy
Enemies want to see me dead, but I carry on with faith, daily prayer, and Psalm chanting. I fear no man, so I continue to stand up to them. Jah, please guide us, and when we rise, let us defeat our enemies who envy us out of laziness.
Me wlk pon the earth but don't wa wlk alone no me don't want wlk alone evryday ah man ah carry gun fi mek a poor mudda scream n bawl ah srry sound dem kill dem ah lady dem nuh care bout the woman the pickney nor bby water the money wey the?? pay me that's y me ask Jah wlk near me
I walk on this earth, but I don't want to walk alone. Every day, someone carries a gun to make mothers scream and cry, killing innocent women without any care. They don't care about women, children, babies, or paying back money. It's why I pray to Jah to walk near me.
Writer(s): j.vinci
Contributed by Josiah L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Miah Boss
11 years and going , these songs kept me through all my ups and downs 💯💯
Ghanzi Seuss
Honestly...I rate this as #1 for Jah Vinci, regardless of 'money' and all his other hits
Ramona Miller
Jah vinci will always be considered an A list quality celebrity in my eyes. His music has talent and substance. Can see he is genuinely God fearing. Luv it 💯
Mace Evasive TV
Well Said
Nussy Miranda
could not be said better
sam slothower
kartel forced him to make gun songs. fear god and fear world boss
Amaru Rudebwoy
Ramona Miller u are ryt
Sasha Eltekeh
that's why mi rate him so much...Him nuh leave Jah out at all
Andrew Moore
a modern day classic, russian is a really dope producer. gaza was full a talent
1AMMO1
Memories with this tune and many more of jah vinci , good times . Banging the speakers in the brave new world in 2021 , jah bless