Various translations of his name include "high priest who does not lie" and "powers of miracles, the high priest does not live", and he claims he was born with dreadlocks, the "holy" hairstyle of Rastafarianism.
Fashek first gained national fame on a television show in the early 1980s, then toured for many years with The Mandators. In 1987, he began a solo career and quickly became the biggest reggae singer in the country. His song 'Send Down The Rain' was especially popular. He won six awards at the PMAN ceremony and then signed to CBS Nigeria in 1988 before moving to Island Records' Mango imprint (a label more accustomed to marketing reggae internationally). His first album for the company included a cover version of Bob Marley's "Redemption Song".
He subsequently recorded several albums for various labels, including Rainmaker for Tuff Gong (1997) and Little Patience for Coral (2004).
Mother
Majek Fashek Lyrics
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mother, motherrrr
Nevery cry
Mother, motherrr
Show your smile.
Never cry, Never cry
Show your smile, Show your smile.
Never cry, Never cry
Mother, Motjerrr
Never cry.
mother, motherrr.
Show your smile,
The song 'Mother' by Majek Fashek pays homage to mothers everywhere for their selflessness, love, and support in raising their children. The lyrics are a plea to mothers not to cry or worry as their children go through different challenges but instead to always put on a smile as they will always be there to guide and support their children no matter what.
The repetitive use of the phrase 'Never cry, Show your smile' is a reminder of the importance of resilience and the ability to find joy even in difficult situations. Majek Fashek acknowledges the role of mothers in shaping our lives and the influence they have on our journey.
Overall, the song is a beautiful tribute to mothers, their strength, and their unconditional love, and a reminder to treasure and appreciate them always.
Line by Line Meaning
iye iye iye ehh ohhh
Expressing emotional intensity
mother, motherrrr
Addressing the subject of the song
Never cry
Don't shed tears
Mother, motherrr
Addressing the subject of the song again
Show your smile.
Expressing the desire to see a smile on the mother's face
Never cry, Never cry
Reiterating the message of not crying
Show your smile, Show your smile.
Reiterating the message of showing a smile
Never cry, Never cry
Reiterating the message yet again
Show your smile, Show your smile
Reiterating the desire to see a smile on the mother's face
Mother, Motjerrr
Calling the subject of the song again
Never cry.
Reiterating the message of not crying
mother, motherrr.
Addressing the subject of the song one last time
Show your smile,
Final expression of the desire to see a smile on the mother's face
Writer(s): Majek Fashek
Contributed by Nathan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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