Ky-Mani Marley (born February 26, 1976, in Falmouth, Jamaica) is a Jamaican… Read Full Bio ↴Ky-Mani Marley (born February 26, 1976, in Falmouth, Jamaica) is a Jamaican actor and reggae musician. He is the son of singer Bob Marley and table tennis champion Anita Belnavis, and the half-brother of Ziggy Marley. Marley's first appearance as musician took place in 1996 when he recorded Like Father Like Son, an album consisting of cover versions of some of his father's songs. His next album, 1999's "The Journey", received mass critical acclaim, and achieved relatively good sales. His 2001 album, "Many More Roads", was nominated for a Grammy for best reggae album. He lost to his brother Damian's album, "Halfway Tree".

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.

In a de Dance
Ky-Mani Marley Lyrics

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현대 음률 속에서
순간 속에 보이는
너의 새로운 춤에
마음을 뺏긴다오
아름다운 불빛에
신비한 너의 눈은
잃지 않는 매력의
마음을 뺏긴다오

리듬을 쳐 줘요
리듬을 쳐 줘요
멋이 넘쳐 흘러요
멈추지 말아줘요
리듬속의
그 춤을

현대 음률속에서
순간속에 보이는
너의 새로운 춤에
마음을 뺏긴다오
아름다운 불빛에
신비한 너의 눈은
잃지 않는 매력의
마음을 뺏긴다오
리듬을 쳐 줘요
리듬을 쳐 줘요
멋이 넘쳐 흘러요
멈추지 말아줘요
리듬속의
그 춤을

리듬을 쳐 줘요
리듬을 쳐 줘요
멋이 넘쳐 흘러요
멈추지 말아줘요
리듬속의 그 춤을
현대 음률속에서
순간 속에 보이는
너의 새로운 춤에
마음을 뺏긴다오
아름다운 불빛에
신비한 너의 눈은
잃지않은 매력의
마음을 뺏긴다오
리듬을 쳐 줘요
리듬을 쳐 줘요
멋이 넘쳐 흘러요

멈추지 말아줘요
리듬속의 그 춤을 춤을

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ky-Mani Marley's song "In a de Dance" convey a sense of longing and confusion in a romantic relationship. The singer expresses a desire for more than just friendship and wants their life to be intertwined with their partner's. However, there is a sense of uncertainty as they wait to see things clearly. The singer acknowledges their intoxication and how it affects their judgment, stating that they don't want to be in that state when their partner "spins again." There is also a mention of getting involved with a friend, which seems to have caused complications.

The chorus of the song repeats the desire for a deeper connection with the partner, expressed through slow dancing. The singer contemplates the changes that have occurred in the relationship and questions why their partner has changed. There is a feeling of betrayal as their partner has seemingly framed them and spread lies about them, leading the singer to wonder who they confided in. Despite these conflicts, the singer admits to having feelings of love for their partner and describes them as a "bad bitch" with a better appearance than their actual soul.

Line by Line Meaning

Ah Ah Ah Yeah Yeah
Expressing excitement and anticipation.

I don't want a friend
I desire a deeper connection rather than just friendship.

I want my life in two
I want a significant change in my life, dividing it into distinct parts.

Waiting to see clear yeah
Anticipating clarity and understanding.

Girl I'm seeing it through (blocking out the lights)
Persisting through difficulties and distractions.

Drinking and I'm fucked up again
Engaging in destructive behavior due to emotional pain.

I don't wanna be here
Feeling a desire to escape the current situation.

When you spin again
When you deceive or manipulate me once more.

Fucked around messing with your friend
Engaged in inappropriate behavior with someone close to you.

Big ass mouth bitch, swimming with the bass again
You are speaking loudly and provocatively, getting involved in drama once more.

I don't know what to do
Feeling uncertain and lost.

When I'm sitting here, Imagining slow dancing with you
Daydreaming about a romantic moment with you.

When I'm swimming in the ocean boutta drown for you
Feeling overwhelmed and willing to sacrifice everything for you.

Baby why'd you have to change on me
Expressing disappointment in your change of behavior towards me.

Thought I was the one that you seek
Believed I was the person you truly desired.

You framed me like I was somebody else
You falsely portrayed me as someone different.

So who'd you tell? That you're praying on me
Questioning who you confided in, revealing your malicious intentions towards me.

I had a lovely person, Bad bitch she's a terrible person
Initially saw you as a wonderful person, but now realize you are deceitful and harmful.

Ugly soul, But she looks better for certain
Despite your negative character, you possess an attractive outward appearance.

Slow dance with me, Baby it's working
Engaging in a slow dance together, feeling a positive connection.

Keep things on the low if you want to
Maintain secrecy and discretion if you desire.

Don't lie to your friends, Don't front boo
Reminding you to be honest and authentic with your friends and loved ones.

Sometimes when I need you, You stuck too
Occasionally, when I require your support, you are similarly caught in challenging circumstances.

But whenever I'm around, We stuck like glue glue
Whenever we are together, our connection feels unbreakable.

Shopping for my old bitch, Buy her some new shoes
Spoiling my previous partner by purchasing her new footwear.

Take you on a date, We can slow dance, to need 2
Inviting you on a romantic outing where we can enjoy a slow dance together.

Pine grove Switch it up Joji Like you do
Desiring a change in scenery and atmosphere, inspired by the style of Joji.

I had a glimpse of us where, I can't get over you
Recalling a moment between us that I can't escape from.