He started … Read Full Bio ↴Linval Thompson is a reggae and dub artist and producer.
He started life writing his own music and was recognised to have great talent not only with songwriting but also singing. He worked at Lee "Scratch" Perry's Black Ark studios and contributed to The Upsetters classic "Kung Fu Man". Although he found greatest acclaim as a producer between the mid-70s and mid-80s, working with greats such as Scientist, King Tubby and singer Johnny Clarke. He has produced albums for artists such as Dennis Brown, the Wailing Souls, Eek-A-Mouse, Freddie McGregor, and the Viceroys.
Jah Jah The Conqueror
Linval Thompson Lyrics
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Jah Jah is the conqueror.
They can never, never conqueror Jah, ah-ah.
They can never, never conqueror Jah, ah-ah.
Jah Jah is the Conquering Lion Of Judah.
He has break the train, and set dreadlocks free,
Free, again and again.
Jah Jah is ruff and though.
Every nation should bow unto Him,
Every town should gather.
Jah Jah is a mighty man.
Jah Jah is the conqueror.
Ooh-ooh, can't conquer Jah.
Praise Jah Jah children!
Praise Jah Jah children!
Come let's praise Jah, ah-ah.
He is the conqueror!
He is the King of everyone, Jah Jah ooh-ah.
Jah Jah is the conqueror.
Jah Jah is ruff and tough.
Jah Jah is ruff and tough.
He is the name master.
His name is wicked and dreadful,
Against the heathen.
Jah Jah is a mighty man.
Jah Jah is ruff and tough.
Jah Jah is a mighty man.
Praise Jah Jah children!
Praise Jah Jah Rastaman!
Praise Jah Jah, yeah-eh!
Praise Jah Jah, ooh-ah-ah.
The lyrics to Linval Thompson's song "Jah Jah the Conqueror" speak to the power and strength of Jah, the Conquering Lion of Judah. The song encourages listeners to praise and worship Jah Jah, as he is the king of all and cannot be conquered by anyone or anything. He breaks the chains of oppression and sets dreadlocks free, representing the power and freedom that comes with following Jah's teachings. The lyrics suggest that every nation and town should bow down to Jah, recognizing his supreme power and might.
The repetition of "Jah Jah is a mighty man" and "Jah Jah is ruff and tough" emphasizes the strength and power of Jah, and the fact that he cannot be conquered by anyone. The use of the word "dreadful" to describe Jah's name suggests that his power should be feared and respected by all, especially those who do not follow his teachings. The lyrics suggest that Jah is not just a loving and compassionate god, but also a powerful and intimidating force that cannot be reckoned with.
Overall, the lyrics to "Jah Jah the Conqueror" celebrate the power and might of Jah, emphasizing the need for worship and praise, and the importance of following his teachings. The song speaks to the idea that Jah is not just a god to be loved and respected, but also a ruler to be feared and revered.
Line by Line Meaning
Come let's praise, unto God.
Let us all come together and praise God.
Jah Jah is the conqueror.
God is the ultimate conqueror.
They can never, never conqueror Jah, ah-ah.
No one can ever defeat God.
Jah Jah is the Conquering Lion Of Judah.
God is a mighty conqueror like the Lion of Judah.
He has break the chain, and set dreadlocks free, Free, again and again.
God has freed his people from oppression and bondage.
Jah Jah is a mighty man, Jah Jah is ruff and though.
God is powerful and strong.
Every nation should bow unto Him, Every town should gather.
Everyone should respect and honor God.
Ooh-ooh, can't conquer Jah.
No one can ever defeat God.
Praise Jah Jah children!
Let God's people praise him!
He is the conqueror! He is the King of everyone, Jah Jah ooh-ah.
God is the ultimate ruler and king above all others.
Jah Jah is ruff and tough.
God is a powerful and strong entity.
He is the name master.
God is a supreme being with ultimate power and control.
His name is wicked and dreadful, Against the heathen.
God's name strikes fear in the hearts of those who oppose him.
Praise Jah Jah Rastaman!
Praise God and give him honor and glory.
Praise Jah Jah, yeah-eh!
Give thanks and worship God.
Praise Jah Jah, ooh-ah-ah.
Let us all praise and honor God together.
Writer(s): Edward Lee, Linval Thompson
Contributed by Adeline P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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ESSE SOM É MUITO LOCO!!!! É NOIS BRASIL 2022
ANISTAZI metal 94609
Beautiful. Love this
Crypto Head
Perfect music. so cool
Shabba Franks
JAH is a mighty man, JAH JAH is a rough and tough!
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Kings tunes
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Any chance of getting an instrumental version of dis ?
Leo H
big tune
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Dreamy ☺️
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Lyrics ?
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