Take Her To Jamaica
Lord Messam & His Calypsonians Lyrics
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The rum come from, the rum come from
Take her to jamaica where the rum come from
And you will have some fun
This weather and your baby may be cold as ice
Cold as ice, you better think twice
Take her to jamaica and that's my advice
She will do this new jamaica rhumba
She will shake it like it never shake before
And then you'll ask the band to play another number
And then you'll stop for, some more
Take her to jamaica where the rum come from
The rum come from, the rum come from
Take her to jamaica where the rum come from
And you will have some fun
Will you take her, to jamaica
Why won't you take her, in jamaica
You better take her to jamaica
Then do it, do it, do it right away
Take her to jamaica where the rum come from
The rum come from, the rum come from
Take her to jamaica where the rum come from
And you will have some fun
This weather and your baby may be cold as ice
Cold as ice, you better think twice
Take her to jamaica and that's my advice
Relax and have some fun
She will do this new jamaica rhumba
She will shake it like it never shake before
And then you'll ask the band to play another number
And then you'll stop for, some more
Take her to jamaica where the rum come from
The rum come from, the rum come from
Take her to jamaica where the rum come from
And you will have some fun
Will you take her, to jamaica
Why won't you take her, in jamaica
You better take her to jamaica
Then do it, do it, do it right away
Lord Messam's song "Take Her to Jamaica" is a fun, upbeat track that encourages listeners to take their significant other to Jamaica to enjoy some rum and have a good time. Rum is a popular beverage in Jamaica, and it is often associated with the island's vibrant and laid-back lifestyle. The lyrics suggest that Jamaica is the perfect place to escape the cold and enjoy some relaxation and fun.
The opening lyrics, "Take her to Jamaica where the rum come from, the rum come from, the rum come from," highlight the importance of rum to Jamaican culture. Rum is an integral part of Jamaica's history, dating back to the days of sugar plantation when slave workers discovered that molasses, the by-product of sugar production, could be distilled to make rum. Over the years, rum making became an important industry in Jamaica, and it is still a popular beverage today.
The lyrics also promote Jamaica as an ideal vacation destination. The song suggests that Jamaica offers warmth, sunshine, and good times to anyone who visits. It encourages listeners to let loose, dance, and enjoy the island's lively music scene. The lyrics also highlight the sensual side of Jamaica, inviting your partner to dance the new Jamaica rhumba and implying that a trip to Jamaica might lead to some romantic fun.
In conclusion, "Take Her to Jamaica" is a fun and upbeat song that celebrates Jamaica's culture, history, and scenic beauty. The song suggests that a trip to Jamaica will leave a lasting impact on anyone who visits.
Line by Line Meaning
Take her to Jamaica where the rum come from
Bring her to Jamaica, the birthplace of rum
The rum come from, the rum come from
Jamaica is known for its production of rum
And you will have some fun
You will enjoy yourself in Jamaica
This weather and your baby may be cold as ice
The current weather and your partner's mood may be unpleasant
Cold as ice, you better think twice
Consider your options before making a decision
Take her to Jamaica and that's my advice
My suggestion is to take her to Jamaica
Relax and have some fun
Take it easy and enjoy yourself
She will do this new Jamaica rhumba
She will dance the Jamaican rhumba
She will shake it like it never shake before
She will dance with energy and enthusiasm
And then you'll ask the band to play another number
You will request another song from the band
And then you'll stop for, some more
You will take a break and then resume the dancing
Will you take her, to Jamaica
Are you willing to bring her to Jamaica?
Why won't you take her, in Jamaica
What is preventing you from bringing her to Jamaica?
You better take her to Jamaica
It is highly recommended that you bring her to Jamaica
Then do it, do it, do it right away
Take immediate action and make plans to bring her to Jamaica
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: IRVING FIELDS, JACK EDWARDS
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@barbaradesimine
When I hear this I remember landing in Sangster airport in Mo Bay in 1968 being greeted on the runway by a wonderful Mento band! Jamaica has always been a magical place to me been back many many times and each time my heart and soul are renewed by the beautiful sea and mountains but most of all by the amazing people ! Much love! From an honorary Jamarican!
@johndesalvo3969
You can tell this was the foundation of Ska (slowed down Ska with less emphasis on precussion and gradual Rastafarian and political influence in songs was generally called Rocksteady but Ska was still an accepted if fading term. Around 1969 Rocksteady smoothly transitioned into what we think of as "Classic Reggae") when Jamaican Calypso (Mento) was combined with elements of Rhythm and Blues, ear look y Rock and Roll, Soul Jazz, Swing, and Cuban Jazz - all picked up in Jamaica on clear evenings from US and Cuban Radio broadcasts and influences from all these genres were hybridized with Mento as the main driving force a new but uniquely Jamaican music was created - SKA!
@MSILBB
Sorry, but Mento was washed out. Both R&B, RNR etc and Mento have that 2 and 4 beat. In order for Mento to be the basis, you'd need massive carry over of musicality/instrumentation/vocal patterns and it's not there; we do share some other commonalities like call and response, polyrhythms etc because we come from the same populations but the sound is different because of the instrumentation. R&B/Jazz and in particular Rosco Gordon (No More Doggin, one example) and Fats Domino (Be My Guest, one example) are known to be the foundation for Ska, Rocksteady and Reggae. If you listen to older Ska recordings you won't hear any other features of Mento, just the 2 and 4 beat that was common to both, but Mento peaked in the 40s and 50s because of American music and it wasn't incorporated into Ska, so the 2 and 4 beat and the sound for Ska came from R&B/Jazz/RNR. Fast Forward to the 60s and 70s with Pan-Africanism, you'll begin to hear a resurgence of African derived sounds like you hear here. Black American music landed in Jamaica a few ways, via WWII, Radio stations, Black artists touring, Black Jamaicans travelling for work and of course immigration patterns to America and circling back to Jamaica. So while later incorporations of more traditional folk instruments/patterns used in Mento began to appear during the 60s and 70s, it's not the basis for it, but it does add to it. Here's one journal article (of many) on it: https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/70410093.pdf
One common article: https://www.caribbeanintelligence.com/content/ci-shorts-fats-dominos-legacy-jamaican-music
@trevormcdonald385
@@MSILBB are you Americans?
@nadrocha100
Que música e estilo legal, muito bom
@brucekimbrough3206
reading Ian Fleming's Dr No, Bond is in a Jamacian bar, the band is playing Take Her Jamaica
@RingAndSky
...and "Please Don't Touch Me Tomato" - see George Symonette's version...
@princessshel3926
I am so excited
@einsteinbrothers
This great tune can be found on the double CD "Jamaica - Mento 19551-1958" (Frémeaux et Associés FA5275) along with 43 others…
@alexiamessam8064
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