A year later the family moved to Denroy's homeland of Jamaica. In this period, three family members left the group. In Jamaica, Morgan Heritage began working with famed reggae producers Bobby Dixon and Lloyd James, resulting in the release of the critically acclaimed album Protect Us Jah (1997), followed by One Calling (1998), and the spiritually-inclined Don't Haffi Dread (1999). They released two albums by "The Morgan Heritage Family and Friends", and the Live in Europe! album recorded on their 2000 tour. Morgan Heritage toured in Europe again following the release of their 2001 album More Teachings... Their sixth studio album, Three in One, came out in 2003. They have released two DVD`s (Live In London and Live Over Europe 2003) with good success and "Full Circle" (2005)
There is a sibling band called L.M.S which is more hip-hop influenced without a band, that often tours with them and is a part of their family, as well as their father Denroy Morgan.
They are one of the most influential reggae bands today, returned to Jamaica and opened studio and realised 3 complilations of "Morgan Heritage Family and Friends" creating their own rhytms.
They have cooperated with most reggae bands and DJs (MCs) of today including Capleton, Luciano, Gentleman, Beres Hammond etc.
Meskal Square
Morgan Heritage Lyrics
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To see the people of the land (Ethiopia)
Celebrating yeah, the Saviour
In Meskal Square,
There is a gathering celebrating the finding of
The True Cross, year to year, honouring the Saviour
In Meskal Square,
The True Cross, year to year, in honour of the Saviour
The people of the land
They find joy in celebrating
The fact that they find Jesus Christ cross, yeahhiii
This is true it is no lie (No lie, no lie)
We got to realise
Ethiopia fulfil Jah plan
It is the Promise Laaaaand
People of the world (People of the world)
Find their joy within (True joy)
Like the children of Ethiopia ooohhh yeaaahhh
The way they have Christ in their consciousness
Is the greatest example that they′ve shown the reessst
In Meskal Square,
There is a gathering celebrating the finding of
The True Cross, year to year, in honour of the Saviour
In Meskal Square,
There is a gathering celebrating the finding of the
True Cross, year to year, honouring the Savioursay.
The story of Meskal is all about this
A vision given to a Queen
By the name Helena, of how to find the cross of the Saviour
In the vision an angel told her, at that time
Ways of going about finding the cross of the Saviour, Jesus Christ
So the foundation of this mystical vision (A vision)
Was to light up three bonfire and
Where the smoke led they were to follow
For it was to be their guide (It was to be their guide)
To the True Cross of Jesus Christ (Jesus Christ)
And when they lift the earth the cross was there, it was therrrrrre
In Meskal Square,
There is a gathering celebrating the finding of
The True Cross, year to year, in honour of the Saviour
In Meskal Square,
There is a gathering celebrating the finding of the
True Cross, year to year, in honour of the Saviourrrrr
In Meskal Square,
There is a gathering celebrating the finding of
The True Cross, year to year, honouring the Saviour
In Meskal Square there is a gathering celebrating the
Finding of the True Cross year to year, in honouring the Saviour
Honouring the Saviour, honouring the Saviour, honouring Jesus Christ,
Honouring Jesus Christ, honouring the Saviour,
With no fear of the world might say,
Of what the wicked might say,
Of what dem heathen might say of what the wicked might say
Morgan Heritage's "Meskal Square" is a song that celebrates the annual celebrations held in Ethiopia in honour of the discovery of the Holy Cross. The lyrics are a reflection of the deep faith that the people of Ethiopia have in their Christian religion and their willingness to celebrate it with joy and enthusiasm. The song emphasizes the importance of Ethiopia fulfilling Jah's plan and how this making of Meskal Square is an example for the rest of the world.
The song's title, Meskal Square, refers to the space in Addis Ababa where the annual Meskal celebration takes place. The festivities mark the discovery of the true cross of Jesus Christ by Queen Helena, the mother of Emperor Constantine, after her vision in the 4th century. The lyrics speak to the joy that the people of Ethiopia feel in celebrating this event, and how their faith is an inspiration to all who witness it.
The song's lyrics also touch on the historical significance of Ethiopia as the "Promise Land" and the birthplace of humanity. The reference to "the wicked" and "dem heathen" in the lyrics suggests that the song is not just about the celebration of Meskal but also about the resilience of the Ethiopian people in the face of adversity and their determination to preserve their rich culture and heritage.
Line by Line Meaning
What a blessed joy (Oh what a joy)
It is a great joy to see the people of Ethiopia celebrating their Saviour.
To see the people of the land (Ethiopia)
The song is about celebrating the Ethiopian people and their devotion to Jesus Christ.
Celebrating yeah, the Saviour
The people in Meskal Square are celebrating the finding of the True Cross, which is a symbol of their devotion to Jesus Christ.
In Meskal Square,
There is a gathering celebrating the finding of
The True Cross, year to year, in honour of the Saviour
The annual Meskal celebration takes place in Meskal Square and is dedicated to honouring the True Cross and the Saviour.
The people of the land
They find joy in celebrating
The fact that they find Jesus Christ cross, yeahhiii
The Ethiopian people take pride and find joy in celebrating the fact that they have found the cross of Jesus Christ.
This is true it is no lie (No lie, no lie)
We got to realise
Ethiopia fulfil Jah plan
It is the Promise Laaaaand
It is a fact that Ethiopia fulfils God's plan and is the promised land.
People of the world (People of the world)
Find their joy within (True joy)
Like the children of Ethiopia ooohhh yeaaahhh
People from different parts of the world can find true joy and fulfilment by following the example of the Ethiopian people, who celebrate their faith in Jesus Christ.
The way they have Christ in their consciousness
Is the greatest example that they've shown the reessst
The song praises the way the Ethiopian people have Christ in their consciousness and how this devotion to Jesus Christ sets an example for others.
The story of Meskal is all about this
A vision given to a Queen
By the name Helena, of how to find the cross of the Saviour
The song explains that the story of Meskal is centered around a vision given to Queen Helena, which revealed how to find the cross of the Saviour.
In the vision an angel told her, at that time
Ways of going about finding the cross of the Saviour, Jesus Christ
During the vision, an angel gave Queen Helena instructions on how to find the cross of Jesus Christ.
So the foundation of this mystical vision (A vision)
Was to light up three bonfire and
Where the smoke led they were to follow
For it was to be their guide (It was to be their guide)
To the True Cross of Jesus Christ (Jesus Christ)
And when they lift the earth the cross was there, it was therrrrrre
The foundation of the mystical vision was to light three bonfires and follow the smoke to find the True Cross, which was eventually found when the earth was lifted.
Honouring the Saviour, honouring the Saviour, honouring Jesus Christ,
Honouring Jesus Christ, honouring the Saviour,
With no fear of the world might say,
Of what the wicked might say,
Of what dem heathen might say of what the wicked might say
The song advocates for honouring and praising Jesus Christ without fear of what others might say, whether they are wicked or heathen.
Writer(s): Una Morgan, Peter Morgan, Roy Morgan, Nakhamyah Morgan, Memmalatel Morgan
Contributed by Brayden S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
snagga mwangi
What a joy....... Loving the positive vibes in this song #Kenya 🇰🇪🇰🇪
#Africa🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪
#Motherland 🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪
Winlay Milane
Muchas felicidades y abrazos para ustedes por el buen reggae roots que asen es una lástima q no vengan grupos de reggae a Cuba fundamentalmente a la Habana para dar conciertos. Aunque el rastafarismo en cuba es mal visto por el comunismo cubano lo digo por experiencia propia .bueno saludos y q dios los bendiga rastafari
Haddingtonian GCP
This is the song that will make me visit Addis Ababa. Play this on Meskal Square. Mission accomplished!
Petit Papa
Still shouting in my head ❤❤❤😊
Simone Sifontis
what a blessed joy...❤❤❤❤
Neguev Malul🇧🇷
kalisse Sifontis yeah!
😎
Uilliam Alberico
isso é reggae verdadeiro 👉🎧💃🔥💪💪😆
AkiraRyuzn2010
Thank U for uploading this song. I love Morgan Heritage; I even have the album that has this song.
Vince Kankhomba
Wats the ulbam for this song?a've been looking for this ulbam long time.
John walter kibaki
@Vince Kankhomba take it outta More teachings 💪
You're welcome 😊