With skills and artistry this former DJ turned Singer-Songwriter, strives to take everyone to a higher level of consciousness while embracing and channeling his world-beat influences and personal growth. His music is promoting a theme of multiculturalism, spiritual enlightenment, artistic expression and positivism.
Kēvens started his journey spinning records in Miami but the innately poetic performer’s musical roots were more clearly witnessed when he joined the groundbreaking, progressive reggae group: Le Coup, with Richard and Anthony Booker. In fact, family matriarch Cedella Marley Booker told young Kēvens very early in his musical career: "Like a letter, you must write a song with purpose."
His live shows consist of a lush drum n bass amalgam of vocal dexterity and musicianship, mixed with a progressive rock-reggae dub style and stunning dance as well as visual imagery.
Kēvens' knack for the timely and profound has enabled him to tour all over the world and finds him along side an eclectic array of legends and prodigies including: Steven Tyler, Ice Cube, Tiestö, Daft Punk, Duran Duran, Carlos Santana, The Jacksons to name a few.
This global citizen coined the ultimate mantra:
“Positivity is a Necessity”
Take Control
Kevens Lyrics
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Under control everything 's under control
Under control, everything is under control ohhh!
Under control, everything's under control
Because! Jehovah I'm a di master
Allah, di creator
El shaddai, di ruler of all creation
[Verse:]
I am here to tell you not to worry yyy!
The Lord of Hosts is always by your side mi friend
All you have to do is have trust in your heart and soul
Although we live in a world of imperfections, yeah
Difficulties we'll have to overcome, I know you can!
Chorus
Take control, yes you can take control oohh ohh!
Take control, I know you can take control
Under, under, under, under, under control ohhh, ohhh, ohh, ohh!
Under control, everything's under control
(Bridge to trumpet solo)
Ehh, ehh, ehhh, ehh, ehhhh!
Everything is under control
Have no fear, have no fear
Jah Jah is here!
Have no fear, have no fear
Jah Jah is here! Jah Jah is here!
Have no fear, have no fear
[Verse 2:]
In the name of the most High
Creator of you and me, eh eh!
When you do good today
You will see the result tomorrow
This is why brothers, sisters, we've got to be conscious
In everything we say and everything we do for the rest of time, ehh ehhh!
Chorus
Take control, you know you've got take control
Take control, you know you got to take control
Under, under, under, under, under, under control x2
Under control, everything 's under control x 2
Yes children!
In Kevens's song "Take Control," the refrain "Under control, everything's under control" is repeated throughout the song to emphasize the message of the song which is to encourage listeners to not worry because the Lord of Hosts is always by their side. The verses speak of the difficulties of life and the imperfections of the world, but also remind listeners that they are capable of overcoming those difficulties if they have trust in their heart and soul. The lyrics incorporate different names for the divine, such as Jehovah, Allah, and El shaddai, to emphasize the idea that no matter what name one calls upon, the divine is always there to guide and support individuals.
The bridge section of the song features a trumpet solo and further emphasizes the idea that everything is under control and that there is no need to fear. The second verse emphasizes the importance of consciousness and doing good deeds, particularly in relation to the divinity that created the listener.
Overall, "Take Control" is a message of hope and positivity, encouraging listeners to trust in a higher power and to trust in themselves in order to take control of their lives and overcome any difficulties they may face.
Line by Line Meaning
Under control, everything's under control
The singer is emphasizing that everything is going according to plan and there's no need to worry.
Because! Jehovah I'm a di master
The singer is acknowledging Jehovah as the master of his life.
Allah, di creator
The singer recognizes Allah as the creator of all things.
El shaddai, di ruler of all creation
The artist acknowledges El shaddai as the ruler over all of creation.
Maybe nothing seems to be going your way lately
The artist is acknowledging that sometimes things do not go as planned.
I am here to tell you not to worry yyy!
The singer is reassuring the listener that everything will be okay.
The Lord of Hosts is always by your side mi friend
The singer points out that they have divine support.
All you have to do is have trust in your heart and soul
The artist is suggesting that belief in oneself is crucial.
Although we live in a world of imperfections, yeah
The artist acknowledges that the world is not perfect.
Difficulties we'll have to overcome, I know you can!
The artist is confident in the listener's ability to overcome obstacles.
Take control, yes you can take control oohh ohh!
The singer is urging the listener to take charge of their life.
Ehh, ehh, ehhh, ehh, ehhhh!
The artist is making sounds of excitement.
Have no fear, have no fear
The singer is encouraging the listener to have confidence.
Jah Jah is here!
The singer believes that God is present.
In the name of the most High
The singer is acknowledging God's position.
Creator of you and me, eh eh!
The artist acknowledges that God is the creator of everyone.
When you do good today
The artist is suggesting that good deeds have positive results.
You will see the result tomorrow
The singer is suggesting that good deeds are rewarded.
This is why brothers, sisters, we've got to be conscious
The singer is suggesting that believers must keep this in mind.
In everything we say and everything we do for the rest of time, ehh ehhh!
The artist is preaching that every action and word must be good.
Take control, you know you've got take control
The artist is reminding the listener to take control of their life.
Under, under, under, under, under, under control x2
The artist is repeating that everything is under control.
Under control, everything 's under control x 2
The singer is repeating that everything is under control.
Yes children!
The artist concludes the song by addressing the audience affectionately.
Contributed by Avery N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.