ist eine Münchener Band, die ausgehend vom Grundkanon Reggae & Dub, in ihren Liveshows auch Ska, Latin, Pop, Balkan Beats und Afrobeat spielen. Sie wurde im Jahre 2000 von Sänger Tom Lugo, Schlagzeuger Max Alberti und Gitarrist Sam Hopf gegründet. Derzeit besteht die Band aus acht Mitgliedern.
Albums
2004: Kalahassi (Soulfire Artists / Rough Trade)
2006: Ookuchaka! (Soulfire Artists / Rough Trade)
2008: Shout it from the Rooftops (GLM Music / Soulfood)
2009: Live (GLM Music / Soulfood)
2010: Jameleon (GLM Music / Soulfood)
2011: Jamaram in Dub (Echo Beach / Indigo)
2012: La Famille (Soulfire Artists / Rough Trade)
2014: Almost Hits (Soulfire Artists / Rough Trade)
2015: Heavy Heavy (Turban-Records / Groove Attack)[19]
2017: Freedom of Screech (Turban-Records)
EPs
2005: Never Too Late (Soulfire Artists / Rough Trade)
Singles
2006: Megan (Soulfire Artists / Rough Trade)
2008: Coming To Get You (GLM Music / Soulfood)
2008: Green Leaf (GLM Music / Soulfood)
2010: Cuentito (GLM Music / Soulfood)
DVDs
2012: Jam the World
2014: Jamaram & Acoustic Night Allstars on Tour (Zugabe zur CD Almost Hits)
Kalahassi
Jamaram Lyrics
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And that's the only reason why I'm here to rock for you
My Papa used to tell me only do what feels right
And now I'm up on stage we're gonna rock it alright
Burn some fiyah some herbalizer sweet sensimilla or if you want some ganja
Me want a revitalizer - good vibe provider - nomaterializer but a groovy rewinder
CHORUS:
Kalahassi, Kalahassi - come on my brother and do it my way
We're JAMARAM and can't you see tonight we're gonna rock
Ambitious to the bone we'ren gonna push it to the top
No we don't care what time it is so throw away your clock
I got to see you people move and shake it up nonstop
So now me a go run …
Demma spoilin up me fun …
With their wicked illusion …
You got to be a lion
So listen up to what we got to say
Come by night or babay come by day
Any time you come is fine with me
Don't tell me what to do I'll do it my way
CHORUS:
Kalahassi - make me feel so irie
Kalahassi, Kalahassi - come on my brother and do it my way
The lyrics to Jamaram's song Kalahassi speak to the band's desire to make music that is true and feels right. The song begins with a nod to the singer's parents, who taught him to prioritize honesty and following his instincts. These values have brought him to where he is now, performing on stage and bringing good vibes to his audience. The lyrics also reference the use of marijuana, with the singer expressing a preference for a "revitalizer" that brings good feelings rather than material possessions.
The chorus invites the listener to join in and experience the good feelings brought on by the music, specifically referencing the titular Kalahassi as a source of positivity. The band emphasizes their ambition and desire to succeed in the music industry, but also encourages the audience to let loose and forget about time constraints. The final verse references those who might try to spoil the fun or deceive the singer and urges the listener to be strong like a lion and not let others dictate their actions.
Overall, Kalahassi is a song about authenticity, living in the moment, and finding joy through music and community.
Line by Line Meaning
My Mama used to tell boy do what is true
My mother instilled in me the importance of always being honest and true in my actions.
And that's the only reason why I'm here to rock for you
The values my mother taught me have led me to where I am now, performing music for you.
My Papa used to tell me only do what feels right
My father taught me to follow my instincts and do what I believe is right.
And now I'm up on stage we're gonna rock it alright
Thanks to my father's encouragement, I am now on stage ready to give an amazing performance.
Burn some fiyah some herbalizer sweet sensimilla or if you want some ganja
We are offering a variety of herbs to help you relax and have a good time.
Me want a revitalizer - good vibe provider - nomaterializer but a groovy rewinder
Personally, I prefer a revitalizing herb that will lift my spirits and provide good vibes. It's not about material possessions, but rather finding a way to enjoy the moment and have a groovy time.
Kalahassi - make me feel so irie
The Kalahassi herb brings me such a feeling of relaxation and happiness.
Kalahassi, Kalahassi - come on my brother and do it my way
Let's all enjoy the Kalahassi herb together and do things the way we want to, not how others dictate.
We're JAMARAM and can't you see tonight we're gonna rock
We are the band JAMARAM and we are here to give you an amazing performance tonight.
Ambitious to the bone we'ren gonna push it to the top
We are ambitious and will stop at nothing to succeed and become the best.
No we don't care what time it is so throw away your clock
We don't care about the time, so let's live in the moment and enjoy ourselves without worrying about the clock.
I got to see you people move and shake it up nonstop
I want to see all of you dance and enjoy yourselves without stopping.
So now me a go run ... Demma spoilin up me fun ... With their wicked illusion ... You got to be a lion
Sometimes people try to bring you down or distract you with negativity, but you have to be strong like a lion and not let it stop your fun.
So listen up to what we got to say ... Come by night or babay come by day ... Any time you come is fine with me
We have something important to share with you, and we welcome you to come see us perform whenever you can.
Don't tell me what to do I'll do it my way
I don't want people telling me how to live my life and have fun, I will do things my own way.
Contributed by Josiah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Johnny Banana
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