For Julian Marley, music is life, life is music, and both are blessings from above. "From a small age music has been there in my life. It's just natural. And it is with the inspiration of the Most High that I create my songs," he explains. Julian's development as a singer/songwriter began when, at age five, he recorded his first demo tape, a version of his father's classic composition, "Slave Driver," at the Marley family's Tuff Gong studio in Kingston. Since that auspicious beginning, Julian has devoted himself to a life in music, mastering a variety of instruments and writing songs that reflects his dedication to spiritual boost and social change.
The 90s were a watershed period for the young artist. During these years, Julian formed his own band (the Uprising band), released a critically acclaimed album (1996's Lion in the Morning, on which he wrote or co-wrote all the songs) and toured the world, both as a solo performer backed by Uprising and as a member of Ghetto Youths International, a musical collective whose core members are Julian and his brothers, Stephen and Damian Marley. Together, Julian and Damian were the opening act for Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers' 1995 US tour and featured artists in 1997 on the rock-oriented Lollapalooza festival tour. Julian also assisted his brother Stephen with production on 1999's platinum selling Chant Down Babylon and, along with Spragga Benz and Marley siblings Stephen, Cedella, Damian and Ky-Mani Marley , contributed an inspired version of "Master Blaster" to the 2003 Stevie Wonder tribute album, Conception.
Julian's newest offering, A Time and Place, is an organic fusion of rootical reggae and breezy jazz sounds that represent the next milestone in his artistic path. "Coming from Lion in the Morning," Julian explains, "I have more knowledge and I'm growing. And this is a very personal album. A lot of it came from reasoning with bredren. We would converse about a situation and just start writing from there." The thirteen tracks are, as the artist himself says, "very much of the time. If you check it out right now, most of the music out there is about bling blings and crazy things. My songs are to be taken as wake up calls." Each is built on a solid foundation of traditional reggae but contain a wide range of influences, showcasing Julian's natural love of music
Boom Draw
Julian Marley Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Healing of a nation, I cients, whoa
Healing of a nation, I cients, whoa
A Boom Draw of herb deh by mi bed side
Open book of scriptures
I man wont deny keep it high.
The grass is greener on the other side
Say me have fi
Catch up all a fire
Fi go burn di sinting sinting weh strong.
Mi have fi send fi rizzla
Fi go burn di sinting sinting weh strong.
Forgot me have fi send fi a quarter
Cause mi find out mi sittin it done.
May have fi send fi a lighter
Fi go burn down babylon
Ey
Oh green grade, purple grade, brown grade for me
High grade topper grade medicate for me. G
Ive me meditation give me vibes in a hurry
A boom draw of herb keeps me curry.
Way back in days of old
Before babylon entered where plants were grown.
A lickle draw of herb was on solomon s throne
You cant tell I and I leave it alone.
Its like 1 2 3 draws for me
Come take a seat a lickle reasoning with me.
Elevate your mind keep your mind ever ready
Steady.
Well mi have fi
Catch up all a fire
Fi go burn di sinting sinting weh strong.
Mi have fi send fi a rizzla
Fi go burn di sinting sinting we strong.
Forget me have fi send fi a quarter acre
The lilly bit it done.
Mi have fi send fi a lighter
Fi go burn down babylon.
Oh kayaman rastaman pass me di cutchi
Chant two psalms give praises to haile.
Anywhere we deh di boom draw we have fi get it
A could a fresh or pressie.
Herbs to I is a sacrament
And if you feel I and I then a message sent.
You have fi class green as intelligence
The king of kings a we represent.
Is like east-land, west-land or new zealand
Have a good draw coming straight from westmoreland.
As we blaze it up we see clear to progression
We no deal with oppression.
Catch up all fire
Fi go burn di sinting sinting weh strong.
Mi have fi send fi a rizzla
I go burn di sinting sinting weh strong.
Forget me have fi send fi a quarter
The lilly bit it done.
Me have fi send fi a lighter
Fi go burn down babylon.
Oh run run run as fast as you can
Yu cant catch me Im the green green man.
Up and down looking everywhere trying ti find me
But me up in mi high high medi.
Like a bird we soar
Burn it up galore.
Are u really sure
U can burn one more?
U got to be mature
To open up the door.
Got to be secure
Got to be for sure.
Mi have fi advertise
It keep mi stress from rise.
Now I visualize
X-ray through their lies.
Cool and gwan observe
And mello out your nerve.
Well mi have fi
Catch up all fire
Fi go burn di sinting sinting weh strong.
Mi have fi send fi a rizzla
I go burn di sinting sinting weh strong.
Forget me have fi send fi a quarter
The lilly bit it done.
Me have fi send fi a lighter
Fi go burn down babylon.
A boom draw of herb deh by bed side
Open book of scriptures I man wont deny.
Keep It high Y all
The grass is greener on the other side.
A good meditation I man cant hide. End dialogue
The song "Boom Draw" by Julian Marley is about the healing properties of marijuana and the importance of using it as a sacrament. The lyrics suggest that using marijuana provides a spiritual experience and helps to combat stress and oppression. The phrase "Healing of a nation" emphasizes the potential of marijuana to bring people together and promote healing. The presence of an open book of scriptures suggests that marijuana can also enhance one's religious experience.
The song describes how having a "Boom Draw of herb" by one's bedside can provide comfort and peace of mind. The lyrics also emphasize the importance of using the correct type of marijuana - the green grade, purple grade, or brown grade - to achieve the desired effects. The repeated refrain of "catch up all fire, fi go burn di sinting sinting weh strong" suggests that the use of marijuana should be passionate and intense.
Overall, the song suggests that marijuana can serve as a tool for spiritual and emotional healing, and that it should be viewed as a positive force in society.
Line by Line Meaning
Healing of a nation, I cients, whoa
The power of herbs can heal the nation, and I am a believer in this concept.
A Boom Draw of herb deh by mi bed side
I keep a stash of herb by my bed for easy access when needed.
Open book of scriptures
I read and study the scriptures to gain knowledge and understanding about life and spirituality.
I man wont deny keep it high.
I won't deny my love for herb and I always keep it at a high standard.
The grass is greener on the other side
Sometimes things seem better elsewhere, but I appreciate what I have here and now.
A good meditation man cant hide.
Meditation is important to me and I can't deny its benefits in helping me focus and relax.
Say me have fi
I have to
Catch up all a fire
Light up the herb
Fi go burn di sinting sinting weh strong.
To burn the strongest herb available.
Mi have fi send fi rizzla
I have to get rolling papers.
Forgot me have fi send fi a quarter
I almost forgot to get a quarter of herb.
Cause mi find out mi sittin it done.
Because I realized I don't have enough herb left.
May have fi send fi a lighter
I may need to get a lighter.
Fi go burn down babylon
To resist the oppressors and fight for freedom.
Oh green grade, purple grade, brown grade for me
I appreciate different varieties and grades of herb available.
High grade topper grade medicate for me. G
I prefer high quality herb for its medicinal benefits.
Ive me meditation give me vibes in a hurry
Meditation helps me feel good vibes quickly.
A boom draw of herb keeps me curry.
Just one draw of herb can help me feel relaxed and satisfied.
Way back in days of old
In ancient times
Before babylon entered where plants were grown.
Before Babylonians invaded and destroyed the land where herbs were grown.
A lickle draw of herb was on solomon s throne
Even the powerful king Solomon appreciated the value of herbs.
You cant tell I and I leave it alone.
Nothing can make me give up my herb.
Its like 1 2 3 draws for me
I only need a few draws to feel good effects.
Come take a seat a lickle reasoning with me.
Let's have a chat and some deep thinking.
Elevate your mind keep your mind ever ready
Keep improving your mental state and stay alert to everything.
Steady.
Stay calm and composed.
Oh kayaman rastaman pass me di cutchi
A Jamaican Rastaman asks for the herb.
Chant two psalms give praises to haile.
Saying prayers and giving praises to Haile Selassie, a significant figure in the Rastafarian movement.
Anywhere we deh di boom draw we have fi get it
Wherever we go, we need to have herb available.
A could a fresh or pressie.
It doesn't matter if it's fresh or pressed herb, as long as it gets the job done.
Herbs to I is a sacrament
For me, herb is a sacred thing that helps me connect with the divine.
And if you feel I and I then a message sent.
If you also believe in the value of herbs, then we share a message of spiritual connection.
You have fi class green as intelligence
You need to recognize the intelligence and wisdom in using herb as medicine.
The king of kings a we represent.
We represent the highest power and authority in the world.
Is like east-land, west-land or new zealand
Herb is everywhere, whether it's in the East, West, or even New Zealand.
Have a good draw coming straight from westmoreland.
Westmoreland, Jamaica is known for its good quality herb.
As we blaze it up we see clear to progression
Smoking herb helps us gain a clearer understanding of life and progression.
We no deal with oppression.
We refuse to tolerate oppression and fight for freedom.
Oh run run run as fast as you can
Someone is chasing after me.
Yu cant catch me Im the green green man.
No one can catch me because I am always high on herb.
Up and down looking everywhere trying ti find me
Someone is searching for me everywhere.
But me up in mi high high medi.
I'm high on herb and feeling good.
Like a bird we soar
We are free and happy like birds flying in the sky.
Burn it up galore.
Smoke herb as much as possible.
Are u really sure
Are you sure about something?
U can burn one more?
Do you have what it takes to smoke more herb?
U got to be mature
You need to be mature enough to handle the effects of herb.
To open up the door.
To expand your mind and consciousness.
Got to be secure
You need to feel secure and safe when using herb.
Got to be for sure.
You need to be certain about what you do and believe in.
Mi have fi advertise
I need to promote the benefits of herb.
It keep mi stress from rise.
Smoking herb helps me reduce stress and anxiety.
Now I visualize
I can meditate and visualize things more clearly while high.
X-ray through their lies.
I can see the truth and expose lies more easily when high on herb.
Cool and gwan observe
Stay calm and observe things carefully.
And mello out your nerve.
Relax and calm down your nerves.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: JULIAN MARLEY, NOEL EARL DAVEY, OWEN GEORGE REID
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Lirex 012
Os grave treme aqui no BRASIL JULIAN 🔥🔥🔥
marteloeprego
tive que entrar na conta pra comentar, esse julian é refinado demais. inspiração absurda, e eu nem fumo mas admiro toda essa energia que ele passa
AUnidade
É a energia da força, Deus em todos nós!
Roberto MenteCorpo
Qualidade em todos os sentidos ❤
ALANXL ϟ
Esse cara é um gênio
Gabriel BOdybuilder Ferreira índio
Fogo Na Babilônia Reggae Roots Filhos Do Rei Bob Lendários Só Música Good Vibes 💙✌
K-aW-tEk "Sleepy Sage" Uni
OHHH! Newly uploaded. I used to listen to the version years back. After getting sick with a pretty bad chronic pain condition Marley's kids, especially Julian and Damien, helped me find peace and heal all the damage the people around me did when they denied my pain, and struggles. Now I can't go a day without jammin to these good vibrations.
Dwight Burrow
Julian Marley is my biggest inspiration to make music In the United States. I want to come to Jamaica to learn more about Jah.
Stephaun
U don't need to travel anywhere to find Jah cuz Jah is within all
David Fredrick
Healing of the world. That is what humanity deserves. Respect to Julian !✊🏾🍁