The March
Ky-Mani Marley Lyrics


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Yeah, yeah
Haha
Rise to your feet little soldier
Times are changing, yeah
See in order to get it
You got to go out there and get it
You got to know your mark
Yeah, take your mark
Let's go soldier

Yo left yo left yo left right left
Yo left yo left yo left right left
Yo left yo left yo left right left
Yo left yo left yo left right left

I'm feeling crazy
I've got my mind made up
I'm in my fatigues and I'm ready for war
Hear the drummer drumming
This situation's my occupation
A buffalo soldier that's just what we are
Squatta
And when you're digging your trenches soldiers make
Sure you dig them deep
Cuz the only way to survive this place in this time
Little homie is to never sleep
Whooo
You see this war ain't in Iraq it's right here on the
Neighborhood streets
Well mother fuckers they're just living to die, welcome
To the belly of the beast
You got a little bit of dro in yo pocket spark up and
Put your mind at ease
Cuz you think they give a fuck about you for a second,
Ooh
You might as well be deceased

Little soldier
Yo left yo left yo left right left
Soldier
Yo left yo left yo left right left
Soldier
Yo left yo left yo left right left
Soldier
Yo left yo left yo left right left

Respect it and check it, the Southside where I sling
Still there's no stopping till the entire world is mine
My coalition is firm, don't you be concerned
To live and die on the streets and tough lesson learned
Lord knows I ain't no killer but don't temp me
Cuz I can squeeze on my trigger until it's empty

And you would never catch me slip food to militants
'Cause I'm surrounded by angels must be heaven sent
Who me'
Live for the cause
Rap for the cause
Ain't afraid to die for the cause, nooo
I keep looking at the snakes they full of in vic
Eyes bloodshot red I'm burning of sensi
Harder the battle the sweeter the victory
And I'm ready to write my own verse of history
You can't tell me I never told yah boy
You can't rhyme yah mother fucking Soulja Boy

Yo left yo left yo left right left
Soldier
Yo left yo left yo left right left
Soldier
Yo left yo left yo left right left
Soldier
Yo left yo left yo left right left

I'm fighting to survive the seeds of my own
So I teach them lessons they need to know for when they
Get grown
Say son you stay far from snitches and find a good girl
Boy keep far from her, haha
Now keep your focus with your eye on the prize
A million rise just for their rights, fuck it a million
Die
Drop to your knees and hold your head to the sky
Say a prayer for the lord soldier that you need to fly

Dear lord the hour is upon us
As we engage in battle be merciful upon our souls
Grant us the strength so we may overcome the danger
That lay in our way
Let us pray soldiers
Our father, who arth in heaven hallowed be thy name
Thy kingdom come, thy will be done,
On earth as it is in heaven
Give us this day, our daily bread
And forgive us of our trespasses




As we forgive those who trespass against us
And stop the war

Overall Meaning

Ky-Mani Marleyโ€™s โ€œThe Marchโ€ is a song that sends a message of empowerment to black youth, encouraging them to rise up and fight for their rights in a world that is constantly changing. The song is narrated from the perspective of a soldier, addressing the youth as soldiers in a war they must win in order to survive, thrive and make a difference. The opening lyrics inform listeners that they need to go out and get whatever they want. The song then includes a marching chant, which embodies the militant theme of the song, and serves to rally the listener to the cause, emphasizing determination and the rhythm needed to move forward.


Ky-Mani Marley further emphasizes the theme of war and struggle by making references to situations in which black people have been historically oppressed, pointing out that the war is not just in Iraq, but right in the neighborhood streets, and that itโ€™s everyoneโ€™s responsibility to fight it. Ky-Mani also emphasizes the importance of never sleeping during battle, suggesting that they need to always be awake and aware of the dangers of the world around them. The song then goes on to show the pride that the soldiers must have in the actions they take and the risks they face. Ky-Mani acknowledges that the battle will be a long and hard-fought one, but ultimately victory will taste even sweeter.


Line by Line Meaning

Rise to your feet little soldier
Encouraging someone to stand up and face the challenges ahead


Times are changing, yeah
The world is evolving and things aren't the same as before


See in order to get it
To achieve something, one has to put in effort and take action


You got to go out there and get it
Success won't come to you, you have to go after it


You got to know your mark
It's important to have a goal and know what you're aiming for


Take your mark
Prepare yourself for the challenge ahead


Let's go soldier
Get ready for action and move forward


Yo left yo left yo left right left
A call to march in sync as a united force


I'm feeling crazy
The artist is confident and ready to take on the world


I've got my mind made up
The artist is committed to their goals and won't let anything stop them


I'm in my fatigues and I'm ready for war
The artist is using war imagery to describe their readiness for the challenges ahead


Hear the drummer drumming
The artist is using drumming as a symbol of momentum and moving forward


This situation's my occupation
The artist is completely focused on their goals and sees them as a full-time job


A buffalo soldier that's just what we are
The artist is referencing the Bob Marley song 'Buffalo Soldier' and identifying with its message of being a warrior


Squatta
This is a slang term meaning to hide or lay low


And when you're digging your trenches soldiers make
A reference to the military tactic of preparing for battle by creating defensive positions


Sure you dig them deep
It's important to put in the necessary effort and preparation to succeed


Cuz the only way to survive this place in this time
The artist is acknowledging the difficulties of the current time and the need to be prepared to face them


Little homie is to never sleep
The artist is urging the listener to stay alert and aware of their surroundings


You see this war ain't in Iraq it's right here on the
The artist is speaking of the violence and danger that exists in their own community


Neighborhood streets
Referring to the streets as a dangerous, war-like environment


Well mother fuckers they're just living to die, welcome
The artist is suggesting that those who embrace violence are living in a self-destructive way


To the belly of the beast
The artist is using this phrase to refer to a dangerous, chaotic situation


You got a little bit of dro in yo pocket spark up and
A nod to using marijuana as a form of relaxation and escape from difficult circumstances


Put your mind at ease
Marijuana is seen as a way to relieve stress and calm down


Cuz you think they give a fuck about you for a second,
The artist is suggesting that those in power are not concerned with the welfare of the community


Ooh
An exclamation of frustration or recognition


You might as well be deceased
The artist is pointing out that the lack of concern from those in power could lead to destruction or even death in the community


Respect it and check it, the Southside where I sling
The artist is referring to their neighborhood and their involvement in selling drugs there


Still there's no stopping till the entire world is mine
The artist is using hyperbole to express their desire for success and domination


My coalition is firm, don't you be concerned
The artist is confident in their allies and friends


To live and die on the streets and tough lesson learned
The artist is referencing the harsh realities of life on the streets


Lord knows I ain't no killer but don't temp me
The artist is acknowledging their own moral uncertainty and the potential for violence in their environment


Cuz I can squeeze on my trigger until it's empty
The artist is identifying with the danger and violence of their surroundings


And you would never catch me slip food to militants
The artist is saying they wouldn't risk getting involved with militant groups


'Cause I'm surrounded by angels must be heaven sent
The artist is referring to their friends as 'angels' or protectors


Who me'
A rhetorical question, used to emphasize that the artist is not perfect


Live for the cause
The artist is living and working for a specific purpose or goal


Rap for the cause
The artist's music is a way of promoting their cause and spreading awareness


Ain't afraid to die for the cause, nooo
The artist is willing to risk their life for what they believe in


I keep looking at the snakes they full of in vic
The artist is recognizing the danger of those around them and the need to be cautious


Eyes bloodshot red I'm burning of sensi
The artist is using marijuana as a way to relax and deal with their situation


Harder the battle the sweeter the victory
The artist is acknowledging the difficulty of their circumstances, but also the sense of accomplishment that comes with success


And I'm ready to write my own verse of history
The artist is ready to create their own legacy, independent of the expectations of others


You can't tell me I never told yah boy
The artist is standing by their beliefs and convictions


You can't rhyme yah mother fucking Soulja Boy
A reference to the artist Soulja Boy, suggesting that there is no comparison between their styles


I'm fighting to survive the seeds of my own
The artist is facing their own failures and challenges


So I teach them lessons they need to know for when they
The artist is using their own experiences to educate and inform others


Get grown
The artist is preparing the next generation for the challenges to come


Say son you stay far from snitches and find a good girl
The artist is giving advice on avoiding dangerous situations


Boy keep far from her, haha
The artist is warning against the dangers of getting involved with the wrong people


Now keep your focus with your eye on the prize
The artist is emphasizing the importance of staying focused on goals


A million rise just for their rights, fuck it a million
The artist is talking about the importance of fighting for the rights of those who are oppressed


Die
A shocking statement, emphasizing the seriousness of the struggle


Drop to your knees and hold your head to the sky
The artist is urging the listener to pray and keep faith


Say a prayer for the lord soldier that you need to fly
An appeal to the divine for help and guidance


Dear lord the hour is upon us
A prayer to God for help and protection


As we engage in battle be merciful upon our souls
The artist is asking for mercy and protection in the midst of a dangerous situation


Grant us the strength so we may overcome the danger
An appeal for strength and resilience in the face of adversity


That lay in our way
The artist is acknowledging the challenges that lie ahead


Let us pray soldiers
An invitation to unite in prayer and ask for divine assistance


Our father, who arth in heaven hallowed be thy name
Quoting the Lord's Prayer, asking for guidance and blessings from God


Thy kingdom come, thy will be done,
An acknowledgement of God's sovereignty and a willingness to submit to His plan


On earth as it is in heaven
A desire to see God's will done on earth and His blessings poured out on humanity


Give us this day, our daily bread
A prayer for provision and sustenance


And forgive us of our trespasses
A request for forgiveness for past mistakes


As we forgive those who trespass against us
A recognition of the need to forgive others as we ourselves are forgiven


And stop the war
A plea for an end to the violence and conflict that exists in the community




Lyrics ยฉ Ultra Tunes, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KY-MANI MARLEY, JASON FARMER, ALEX FRANCIS

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