In 2002 he played lead role (Biggs) in the film Shottas along with Spragga Benz, Paul Campbell, Louie Rankin, Wyclef Jean, Screechie Bop and many more. It is an original story that shows the life of a shotta/gangster on the streets of Jamaica and Miami.
He achieved even more success as a musician with a cover of Eddy Grant's Electric Avenue, in collaboration with the Fugees' Pras. He has also starred in several films, including Shottas in 2002 and as John the Baptist in the 2004 film Haven.
Remaining true to his Jamaican culture, Ky-mani's fondness for all genres of music influences the work he creates. Ky-mani is an artist with no limits. Incorporating world music, hip hop, blues, rock and a grass roots sound into his music, the end product is the pure representation of life for Ky-mani. The Ky-mani Marley sound is one that transcends cultural lines and prohibits him from being categorized as only a reggae artist. His raw, unadulterated, gruff sound captures the listener and reverberates the essence of Ky-mani's life story.
Ky-mani launched his latest album "Radio" in 2007. The album features several key singles including One Time, The March and Conversation among others. All of the songs contain Marley’s unique sound of classical reggae beats mixed with contemporary hip hop. Also featured on the CD are some of today’s hottest artists including Young Buck, Mya and Gail Gotti.
Country Journey
Ky-Mani Marley Lyrics
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i really wanted to take you with me
on my little country journey
but you have to understand, oh why
and not sit alone at home and cry,
and cry, alone at home and cry
even though you're not here by my side
truely you're always on my mind
so i just called to sing a lullabye
to comfort your heart so you never cry
i really wanted to take you with me
on my little country journey
but you have to understand, oh why
and not sit alone at home and cry,
and cry, alone at home and cry
i really wanted to take you with me
on my little country journey
but you have to understand, oh why
and not sit alone at home and cry,
and cry, alone at home and cry...
tell her not to worry you'll be okay
she should pray for your safety night and day
soon back together you'll be again
i know you both can't wait to see that day
i really wanted to take you with me
on my little country journey
but you have to understand, oh why
and not sit alone at home and cry,
and cry, alone at home and cry
i really wanted to take you with me
on my little country journey
but you have to understand, oh why
and not sit alone at home and cry,
and cry, alone at home and cry...
wherever you are just call his name
he'll hear your voice and it'll make his day
a day doesn't pass, when you're not on his mind
please don't cry, you'll be together in time
even though you're not here by my side
truely you're always on my mind
so i just called to sing a lullabye
to comfort your heart so you never cry
i really wanted to take you with me
on my little country journey
but you have to understand, oh why
and not sit alone at home and cry,
and cry, alone at home and cry
i really wanted to take you with me
on my little country journey
but you have to understand, oh why
and not sit alone at home and cry,
and cry, alone at home and cry...
i really wanted to take you with me
on my little country journey
but you have to understand, oh why
and not sit alone at home and cry,
and cry, alone at home and cry...
i really wanted to take you with me
on my little country journey
but you have to understand, oh why
and not sit alone at home and cry,
and cry, alone at home and cry.
Don't cry.
Ky-Mani Marley's song "Country Journey" is a touching ballad about the pain of leaving a loved one behind on a solo trip. The singer in the song explains that they had really wanted to take their significant other with them on their country journey, but circumstances prevented that from happening. They try to soothe their loved one's fears and doubts, telling them not to cry and to have faith that they will be reunited soon. Throughout the song, the singer reassures their loved one that they are always on their mind and even calls to sing a lullaby to comfort their heart. The repeated refrain of "I really wanted to take you with me, on my little country journey, but you have to understand, oh why and not sit alone at home and cry" highlights the singer's desire to include their loved one in their experiences, but also their understanding of why they must be apart.
The song's message is one of comfort and reassurance, emphasizing the importance of communication, trust, and faith in relationships. The lyrics showcase the depth of feeling between the singer and their loved one, as well as the pain of separation. This song echoes the sentiments of many people who have had to leave their loved ones behind on a journey, whether for work, personal matters or any other reasons.
Line by Line Meaning
gotta go...
The singer is leaving on a journey and can't take their loved one with them.
i really wanted to take you with me
on my little country journey
but you have to understand, oh why
and not sit alone at home and cry,
and cry, alone at home and cry
The singer wishes they could bring their loved one on the journey but they can't, and they don't want them to be sad and cry while they're away.
even though you're not here by my side
truely you're always on my mind
so i just called to sing a lullabye
to comfort your heart so you never cry
The singer can't be with their loved one physically but they think about them all the time. They want to sing them a lullaby to make them feel better and not cry.
tell her not to worry you'll be okay
she should pray for your safety night and day
soon back together you'll be again
i know you both can't wait to see that day
The artist wants their loved one to know that they'll be safe on their journey and they should pray for them. They reassure them that they'll be back together soon and can't wait for that day.
wherever you are just call his name
he'll hear your voice and it'll make his day
a day doesn't pass, when you're not on his mind
please don't cry, you'll be together in time
The artist wants their loved one to know that they can call them and it'll make their day to hear their voice. They think about them all the time and they'll be together again soon, so they shouldn't cry.
i really wanted to take you with me
on my little country journey
but you have to understand, oh why
and not sit alone at home and cry,
and cry, alone at home and cry
Repeated from earlier in the song to reinforce the singer's desire to have their loved one with them but they can't, and they don't want them to be sad while they're gone.
i really wanted to take you with me
on my little country journey
but you have to understand, oh why
and not sit alone at home and cry,
and cry, alone at home and cry...
Repeated again to emphasize the importance of not crying while they're gone and the singer's longing to have their loved one with them.
i really wanted to take you with me
on my little country journey
but you have to understand, oh why
and not sit alone at home and cry,
and cry, alone at home and cry.
The final repetition to conclude the song and reinforce the message that the artist wants their loved one to understand why they can't come and not be sad.
Don't cry.
The ultimate takeaway message for the listener is to not cry and understand the situation.
Contributed by Henry V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Suzana Gulutova
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poznas v okamziku zhulenyho speka a tohoto songu ze vse je ok. nejvic
Francis Gaouette
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yamannice