Since then Murvin recorded other albums for Mikey Dread, 1982's Bad Man Possee; Junjo Lawes & the Roots Radics, 1984's Muggers In The Streets and King Jammy, 1986's Apartheid, as well as a string of singles for Joe Gibbs and The Mighty Two. More recently he has released an album of acoustic versions of his songs for Earl Chinna Smith in the Inna de Yard series.
Murvin continued to tour regularly. His most recent released recording was a single entitled "Wise Man", released on the London-based Dubwise record label in 1998. His song "Cool Out Son" was featured on the soundtrack for the video game, Skate 3, which was released in 2010.
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Cool Out Son
Junior Murvin Lyrics
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Where you can't reach it
It doesn't make no sense
Good things come
For those who work hard for it
Adjust yourself
To the life you can afford to live
Is long and winding
A foolish dog
Barks at the flyin' bird
Patient man
Ride donkey
Cool Out Son
Cool Out Son
You have to creep
Before you walk
Where there is life
There is hope
Cool Out Son
Trombone Solo
Cool co co co cool
You're too hot
Ooh yes
Cool Out Son
Cool Out Son
Son don't put your hat
Where you can't reach it
It doesn't make no sense
Good things come
For those who work hard for it
Adjust yourself
To the life you can afford to live
The road to the top
Is long and winding
A foolish dog
Barks at the flyin' bird
Patient man
Ride donkey
Patient man
Ride donkey.
The lyrics of Junior Murvin's "Cool Out Son" can be interpreted as a fatherly advice to his son, emphasizing patience and humility in the pursuit of success. The father advises the son not to put his hat where he can't reach it, which is a metaphor for not aiming too high too soon, but rather taking small steps towards success. The father encourages the son to work hard, be patient, and to adjust to his current circumstances. The road to success is long and winding, and one should not be deterred by minor setbacks or distractions, such as a foolish dog barking at a flying bird. Rather, one should ride the donkey of patience and keep a cool head.
The "trombone solo" in the middle of the song serves both as a musical interlude and a reinforcement of the message of the song. The repeated refrain of "Cool Out Son" at the end of each verse reinforces the father's advice to remain calm and patient. The line "You're too hot, cool out son" is a reminder not to get too carried away with ambition or pride.
Overall, the song is a reminder that success is not only about hard work and ambition, but also about patience, humility, and a willingness to adjust to one's circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
Son don't put your hat
Don't strive for something that is out of your reach, son
Where you can't reach it
You should have realistic goals and work within your means, son
It doesn't make no sense
It's not logical, son
Good things come
Success comes to those who deserve it, son
For those who work hard for it
If you put in the effort, son, you will see the rewards
Adjust yourself
Adapt, son
To the life you can afford to live
Live within your means, son
The road to the top
Success isn't easy, son
Is long and winding
It's a difficult journey, son
A foolish dog
Those who don't learn will suffer, son
Barks at the flyin' bird
Don't waste your energy on things that are out of your reach, son
Patient man
Be patient, son
Ride donkey
Take it slow and steady, son
Cool Out Son
Relax, son
Cool Out Son
Chill, son
You have to creep
Take it slow, son
Before you walk
Don't rush, son
Where there is life
As long as you're alive, son
There is hope
There's always a chance for success, son
Cool Out Son
Keep calm, son
Cool co co co cool
Stay cool, son
You're too hot
Calm down, son
Ooh yes
That's right, son
Cool Out Son
Relax, son
Cool Out Son
Chill, son
Contributed by Wyatt V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@spudd5008
Sk8 3 anybody? One of the classics
@Peanuuut3
Actually, yes
@gredausvemiru6236
Memories :,)
@spudd5008
@@gredausvemiru6236 for realπ
@0rokin717
Yes
@knifedeku452
Highschool memories for me man, fucking classics !! T.T
@user-xk8yv9po2t
I will always remember my MUM&DAD. Dancing to Police and Thieves when I was young. My DAD passed away earlier this year and I listen to it a lot. Memories ay. Xxx
@Deedee-ee1sg
ICONIC 70S REGGAE. Truly the most incredible era for music. Gotta love a bit of Junior Murvin.
@wesleyhempoli5548
yup. more good original reggae came out of the 70s than the next 50 years combined.... we call that a Renaissance. these days everyone is just copying each other, no more originality
@alimantado373
except this is mid 80's not nineties Dub!