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'Βs 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-maniΒ'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 Marleyβs unique sound of classical reggae beats mixed with contemporary hip hop. Also featured on the CD are some of todayβs hottest artists including Young Buck, Mya and Gail Gotti.
The Conversation
Ky-Mani Marley Lyrics
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I'm coming for you, yah,
Tessanne Chin:
Ooh yeah
Ky Mani:
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Tesseanne Chin:
Come for me baby
Ky Mani:
I'ma coming for you, yah
Tesseanne Chin:
ooooh
It's so easy to fall
Baby, when you think you have it all
I got your loving right here
Baby, I'm right here
Ky Mani:
On the line I put it all
Baby any time you call
I'll be right there
Promise to be right there, yah.
Tessanne Chin:
Come to me and let me whisper sweet kisses in your ear
Ky Mani:
I'll take heed
You already know what I'm about
Baby don't ever take to standing on it
Let me run it right here
I'll put it on you right here
Tessanne Chin:
'Cause I want you safe in my arms
Away from all the shots and alarms
At least you'll die with me
Oh baby die with me, yeah.
Ky Mani:
I'm running from the wrong ones and the law
I'm a city boy thats all we need at all costs
Fucking with me could be dangerous, yah.
Fucking with me could be dangerous, yah.
Girl, I'm addicted to the streets and I'm ducking from the cops
I live my life on the edge
Baby in a minute it could be gone
And baby you've been warned, yah.
Tessanne Chin:
You know no other girl could love you like I do.
So yourself your most and foo
Cuz in the end i'ma ride with you
I slow roll and so we do.
Ky Mani:
Girl your my Bonnie
Tessanne Chin:
Your my Clyde
Boy I got your back through thick and thin
Ky Mani:
Until we die
Both:
And just so we ride [x2]
Tessanne Chin:
And in the darkness your my light
Ky Mani:
Though I'm a soldier when you cry baby I cry
Both:
And just so we ride, yeah [x2]
Tessanne Chin:
Safe is not safe when I'm not with you
I don't want nobody else
This love we share is bullet proof
And I can't do this by myself
Ky Mani:
Girl, I admit it I'm in love with you
I don't need no body else
If something should happen to you 'cuz of me I swear I'd lose myself
Tessanne Chin:
Come to me and let me whisper sweet kisses in your ear
Ky Mani:
I'll take heed
You already know what I'm about
Baby don't ever take to standing on it
And let me take it right here
And let me get it right here
Tessanne Chin:
Because I want you safe in my arms
So I will bust some shots in your defense
To keep them off
Baby I'm a rider too
And I will die for you
Ky Mani:
Girl your my Bonnie
Tessanne Chin:
Your my Clyde
Boy I got your back through thick and thin
Ky Mani:
Until we die
Both:
And just so we ride, yah. [x2]
Tessanne Chin:
And in the darkness you're my light
Ky Mani:
Though I'm a solider when you cry baby I cry
Both:
And just so we ride, yah [x2]
[Unknown]:
I guess the girl
Oh yes I'll be down for you
Tell you from the start of me and you
Gonna lay up on the avenue
I will stand by you
So clear the way I'll make with Gods go true
[Unknown]:
And I love the way she embraces the danger
When baby starts to wild out
Only I can tame her
She's so damned with the face of an angel
So if you see me and you don't see her that could be danger
I'm bringing the pressure, pressure Ms.Piper
I'm below the radar and away from the hype
Our boys that live all they do what they like
Even the blind man can see my stripes
Tessanne Chin:
And just so we ride [x3]
Oh no no no no no
Me and you
Baby, baby
Me and you
Oh no no no
Transcribed by: Lily
The lyrics of Ky-Mani Marley's song The Conversation featuring Tessanne Chin express the depth of the love two people have for each other, despite the danger and risks surrounding them. The song starts with Ky-Mani declaring that he is coming for Tessanne, and she responds by encouraging him to come to her. They both express their devotion to each other and their willingness to go to great lengths to protect their love. Tessanne sings that she wants to keep Ky-Mani safe in her arms, and promises to defend him with shots if necessary. Ky-Mani, on the other hand, admits that he is addicted to the streets and runs from the law, but still assures Tessanne that he will be right there whenever she calls. They see themselves as modern-day Bonnie and Clyde, on the run but fiercely loyal to each other.
The song portrays a love that transcends the boundaries of logic and reason. Even though the risks are high and the circumstances are dangerous, Ky-Mani and Tessanne are committed to each other and will do anything to protect their love. The lyrics capture the intensity of their emotions, with the repeated refrain of "Just so we ride" adding to the feeling of urgency and passion. The conversation between the two lovers is both tender and fierce, with both of them promising to be there for the other no matter what. The song is a powerful tribute to the strength and resilience of love, even in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm coming for you, yah,
Ky Mani is expressing his desire to go to Tessanne
Ooh yeah
Tessanne expresses her willingness to be with Ky Mani
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Ky Mani is further expressing his intent to be with Tessanne
Come for me baby
Tessanne affirms her desire for Ky Mani to come for her
I'ma coming for you, yah
Ky Mani is emphasizing his commitment to coming for Tessanne
ooooh
Tessanne is expressing her pleasure at the thought of Ky Mani coming for her
It's so easy to fall
Tessanne is acknowledging that it's easy to fall in love
Baby, when you think you have it all
She warns that one may feel they have everything, but fall in love and feel complete
I got your loving right here
Tessanne assures Ky Mani that she has love for him
Baby, I'm right here
She is emphasizing her presence and availability for Ky Mani
On the line I put it all
Ky Mani expresses his willingness to put everything on the line for Tessanne
Baby any time you call
Ky Mani is assuring Tessanne that he will be there for her when she needs him
I'll be right there
He assures her of his physical and emotional support
Promise to be right there, yah.
He reaffirms his promise of being there for her always
Come to me and let me whisper sweet kisses in your ear
Tessanne expresses her desire to be intimate with Ky Mani
I'll take heed
Ky Mani is paying attention to what Tessanne wants
You already know what I'm about
Ky Mani shares that Tessanne understands his ways
Baby don't ever take to standing on it
He advises Tessanne not to hesitate or hold back
Let me run it right here
He tells her to let him take control and do what he knows best
I'll put it on you right here
He promises to please Tessanne
'Cause I want you safe in my arms
Tessanne expresses her desire for Ky Mani to be safe with her
Away from all the shots and alarms
She wants to protect him from any harm
At least you'll die with me
In the worst-case scenario, she wants Ky Mani to be with her
Oh baby die with me, yeah.
She reaffirms her desire to be with Ky Mani even in death
I'm running from the wrong ones and the law
Ky Mani shares that he is trying to avoid trouble
I'm a city boy that's all we need at all costs
He explains that city life is all he knows and will do anything to survive it
Fucking with me could be dangerous, yah.
Ky Mani warns that he can be a dangerous person to mess with
Girl, I'm addicted to the streets and I'm ducking from the cops
He admits to being addicted to the street life and avoiding getting caught by law enforcement
I live my life on the edge
Ky Mani lives a risky lifestyle
Baby, in a minute, it could be gone
He reminds Tessanne that life is unpredictable and things can change suddenly
And baby you've been warned, yah.
He lets Tessanne know that he has warned her of the dangers of being with him
You know no other girl could love you like I do.
Tessanne assures Ky Mani of her love for him
So yourself your most and foo
She wants Ky Mani to be his best self
Cuz in the end i'ma ride with you
She emphasizes her commitment to be with Ky Mani to the end
I slow roll and so we do.
She suggests taking things slow and steady
Girl your my Bonnie
Ky Mani compares Tessanne to Bonnie from Bonnie and Clyde
Your my Clyde
Tessanne compares Ky Mani to Clyde from Bonnie and Clyde
Boy I got your back through thick and thin
They both emphasize their loyalty and commitment to each other
Until we die
They plan to be together until the end
And just so we ride [x2]
They emphasize their commitment to stay together
And in the darkness your my light
Tessanne sees Ky Mani as her guiding light in dark times
Though I'm a soldier when you cry baby I cry
Ky Mani expresses his emotional connection to Tessanne
Safe is not safe when I'm not with you
Tessanne believes her safety lies with Ky Mani
I don't want nobody else
She is committed to Ky Mani and doesn't want anyone else
This love we share is bulletproof
Their love is strong and can withstand anything
And I can't do this by myself
Tessanne needs Ky Mani by her side
Girl, I admit it I'm in love with you
Ky Mani confesses his love for Tessanne
I don't need nobody else
He only needs Tessanne in his life
If something should happen to you 'cuz of me I swear I'd lose myself
Ky Mani recognizes that losing Tessanne would devastate him
I'll take heed
Ky Mani is paying attention to what Tessanne wants
Baby don't ever take to standing on it
He advises Tessanne not to hesitate or hold back
And let me take it right here
He tells her to let him take control and do what he knows best
And let me get it right here
He promises to please Tessanne
So I will bust some shots in your defense
Tessanne is willing to protect Ky Mani at any cost
To keep them off
She wants to keep anyone who wants to harm him away
Baby I'm a rider too
She adds that she's also willing to be involved in the risks
And I will die for you
She emphasizes her willingness to sacrifice for Ky Mani
And just so we ride, yah. [x2]
They emphasize their commitment to stay together
Me and you
An unknown voice emphasizes their commitment to each other
Baby, baby
They further emphasize their love for each other
Oh no no no
They express their disbelief at being without each other
Contributed by Jayce K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@gioslady1
This is a wicked tune!!! Big up to Ky-mani and tessane!!! Too real for some people!!!!!! I dig it!!!
@sexyrosie19
I love Kymani he's a great artist!π
@Vanitti15
One of my favorite joints. You can just sit and vibe to it and think about that special someone. Real Music.
@jucarasantana4477
Ela tem voz muito bonita e junto ao vozeirΓ£o do Ky-Mani ficou show. ParabΓ©ns
@melodyallmine
Thanks to the Marley family for such inspirational melodies and to the one who introduced me to Ky-mani Marley's music, J. live laugh love
@kriscowilliams
This girl Tessanne keeping showing that she is Top Class when will she go global? Enough people do not know of her but with this level of talent i am sure its just a matter of time before she puts her spell on the world
@andreapetersen-lawani1574
Still listening in 2020! Great music never dies!!!
@jucarasantana4477
Ky vocΓͺ Γ© 10.
@marilyneverett6255
Still one of my favorite jams !!! Bless that I had the pleasure of meeting you through a plung ! π
@ralph1405cr
Great song..gets the mood just right