Marcus
Maxi Priest Lyrics

In your struggle for love
From the context, it appears that Marcus was fighting for love, and this line addresses that point.

Hate struck you down
Despite fighting for love, Marcus was met with hatred, which this line alludes to.

But in so many hearts
Despite being met with hate, Marcus left an impact on many people's hearts and minds.

You're still around
Marcus's legacy lives on despite his passing.

You freed so many souls
Marcus worked tirelessly to liberate people from different forms of oppression or suppression, and this line recognizes his efforts.

From the depths of despair
Marcy's actions helped people overcome extreme sadness, depression, or anxiety, which this line points out.

But we will never forget
Even though he's gone, Marcus will forever be remembered for his great work.

The burdens you had to bear
Marcus had to go through significant struggles and setbacks for his work, which this line highlights.

Oh Marcus we love you
This is the start of an expression of endearment towards Marcus.

You never shy from the things you had to do
Marcus was known for performing his duties without fear, and this line points that out.

Strength and courage pulled many through yeah
Marcus's strength and bravery helped other people overcome their problems, which this line points out.

Paving a different way
Marcus chose a path different from what most people were taking, which this line indicates.

Was the order of the day
This is a way of saying that paving a new way was the priority for Marcus.

And I'm so glad to say
This line suggests that the singer is happy with how things turned out regarding Marcus.

Your teachings are here to stay
Marcus's teachings have endured and are still relevant, which this line emphasizes.

The wicked cast you aside
Marcus came up against evil people who tried to disregard his good work, which this line points out.

But your missions have never died
This line states that Marcus's work is still alive and relevant.

It lives on and on and on
This is a reiteration of the previous line that affirms Marcus's work is still alive and thriving.

You can't stop the ??? Marc, oh no
This line is hard to interpret without context.

You achieved the best of a bad situation
This line means that Marcus was able to do excellent work despite unfavorable circumstances.

Gave hope to the people of the nation
Marcus gave people belief or optimism, which this line points out.

Yes you did
This line is an expression of affirmation.

Scattered all over the place, living in disgrace
This line refers to people living in dire situations and with little sense of self-worth.

The people have lost their ways
This line suggests that people have no sense of direction or purpose.

Their minds have gone astray
This line indicates that their thoughts are chaotic and undirected.

Sheer hysteria
This line means uncontrolled behavior or panic.

Told us look to Africa
This is a reference to Marcus encouraging people to look to Africa as their motherland.

To be our rightful home again
This line elaborates on the previous one's point, stating that Africa was the original home of many ancestors.

Boy, Marc, you do oo
This line is jovial without any obvious meaning.