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Martin Jondo, ½ German (father) and ½ Korean (mother), was born 1979 in Berlin. In the mid 90's Martin got in contact with the belief of Rastafar thereon he adapted the cult of reggae singing as well. Now with his new belief he was seeking his past through the nature, with guitar in his case and his new religion he created his first songs.
The Rebel - (*Wake up* from the album- Statements outa Babylon“), feature-tracks („Bloodhunter“ feat. Mellow Mark from his album „Sturm“, „Rainy Days“ with Gentleman, „Wunderlampe“ (Wonderlamp) with Silly Walks Movement) are some of his first tracks.
Although Martin Jondo seems like someone who just came out of the blue, but before his brakethough with his song Rainbow Warrior - he did a lot of background music with a lot of people. Due to his short present on these songs, people couldn't really get a hold of who it was. But he as been working for a long time wiht a lot of well known artist.
He was also two year on tour with Gentelman. So the short chubby guy you might have seen on Gentelmans tour videos on stage -. jup that’s Jondo alright.
(Silly Walks Movement) Soundsystems (Pow_Pow_Movement, (Phlatline Sound), (Redemption Sound)
(Kingstone Sound), (Concrete Jungle),
(Outayard International) and Smoking Tuna)
Believe it or not, but it wasn't before his tour with Gentelman on the year 2002 that he was accepted as a professional artist. Before that Jondo, this charismatic person, had been a bit shy guy and didn't take the shot he deserved. But on his own tour " Journey To Jah" Jondo totaly let lose and showed the world his true self. And with the song "Rainbow Warrior" he killed the crowed with passion and made them his for all eternity.
List of prizes he has conquered:
Best of Dancehall Reggae Dub Ska (2003).
Newcomer of the year (2004).
He was signed to do the music for the movie Golden days by the producer Peter Thorwarths.
are you really waiting
Martin Jondo Lyrics
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Are you really waiting if I am kept behind the stars
are you waiting if I'm not home
are you really waiting if I am coming to you
but only with the words, the words I wrote down
''[Chorus]''
since we've been walking up the street
and you are runnin' through my mind, yeah,
so I tell you what I feel
All this glitterin' diamonds,
diamonds and pearls,
they are like nothing
cause you are most worth (cause you are most worth)
''[Chorus]''
Give me your love 'cause I will need it to go on
show me your love in times when I can't see the shining sun
give me some hope that I will never be alone
when life is cold, cold like a stone
Give me your hand I can't hold it right now
send me a prayer I will get it through the power of love
don't let me down time will tell and pass by
I will be free like a bird and then I fly
So if I'm crying and dying (crying and dying)
do you feel that I'm alive (feel that I'm alive)
so if I'm crying and dying (crying and dying)
will you be there by my side (be there by my side)
So if I'm crying and dying (crying and dying)
do you feel that I'm alive (feel that I'm alive)
will you be there by my side (be there by my side)
''[Chorus]''
The song "Are You Really Waiting" by Martin Jondo is a heartfelt plea for love and support from a distant lover. The lyrics in the chorus ask if the person is truly waiting for the singer, even if they are far away and can only communicate through words on paper. The singer reminisces about past times together and admits to still thinking about the other person. He then asks for love and hope to get through tough times, expressing a fear of being alone. He also asks for a metaphorical hand to hold and a prayer for strength. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the importance of the other person waiting for him.
Overall, the lyrics showcase the singer's vulnerability and need for emotional connection. He is uncertain about the future and seeks reassurance from his partner. The repeated question in the chorus emphasizes the hesitancy and self-doubt that often come with long-distance relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you really waiting if I am kept behind the stars
Are you truly waiting for me even though I am far away and unreachable
are you waiting if I'm not home
Do you still consider yourself waiting for me even if I am not physically present
are you really waiting if I am coming to you
Is your wait for me genuine and does it still matter if I am returning to you
but only with the words, the words I wrote down
If I come to you with only words that I have written, will you still be waiting for me
It has been a long time, yeah,
It has been a significant amount of time since we last spoke
since we've been walking up the street
Since we have physically been together in a shared environment
and you are runnin' through my mind, yeah,
I am constantly thinking of you
so I tell you what I feel
I am sharing my emotions with you
All this glitterin' diamonds,
All these materialistic possessions
diamonds and pearls,
Including jewelry and other expensive items
they are like nothing
They hold no value compared to you
cause you are most worth (cause you are most worth)
Because you are the most valuable thing to me
Give me your love 'cause I will need it to go on
I require your love and support in order to keep moving forward
show me your love in times when I can't see the shining sun
Support me during my darkest moments
give me some hope that I will never be alone
Provide me with the reassurance that I will never be on my own
when life is cold, cold like a stone
When life feels tough and unbearable
Give me your hand I can't hold it right now
I cannot hold your hand at this moment
send me a prayer I will get it through the power of love
Offer me your prayers and positive thoughts, and I will draw strength from them through our love
don't let me down time will tell and pass by
Please don't disappoint me, only time will reveal if you truly are there for me
I will be free like a bird and then I fly
Once I reach a state of freedom, I will fly away like a bird
So if I'm crying and dying (crying and dying)
If I am experiencing intense emotional turmoil and struggle
do you feel that I'm alive (feel that I'm alive)
Do you sense that I am still alive and present during these tough times
will you be there by my side (be there by my side)
Will you stick by me during these moments of distress
''(Chorus)''
Repeating the lines from the chorus
Contributed by Camden S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Oscar Sagastume
Can't wait for the day when I'll be celebrating like Martin Jondo!
Forrest Gump
strong voice!
realrastaman
whatta strage but incredible deep voice.. man this bro has style
Lotte Cel
Damn i grew up with His music
Kenshin
Damn, I really love this track...
emilio vargas
a huevo este ñero si q rifa..y de q manera buen reggae en alemania!
ComONeal
Ich bin stolz, solche Musik hören zu können :-)
Lemendeer
i do not know but she is a real angel.
InsomniacGrly
What a surprise. :) Pretty good lovers rock. Nice voice.
Styleheads
yes - it's the next single and it will be released on sept. 29!!! have fun with it...