Respect
Mountain Lyrics


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Must respect the child, must respect the child Must respect the child, must respect the child Must respect the child, must respect the child

Jah na give you no right
To abuse Jah creation
Jah na give you no right
For manipulation
Never force your hand upon the child
For violence is the tool of the oppressor
And we're not going back there

Must respect the child
Must respect the child
Must respect the child
Let the tree grow wild now
Must respect the child
Listen before you teach
Must respect the child

Jah Jah give you no right
To oppress a little girl
Jah Jah give you no right
To trample upon her dreams
Babylon try to water down
The hopes of the voiceless
We will never compromise
We're never going back there

Must respect the child
Must respect the child
Must respect the child
Let the tree grow wild now
Must respect the child
Listen before you teach
Must respect the child

Violence is the only thing that justify Babylon Violence is the reason that lying and cheating go on
Send the police home
Send the police man home

La da da day
Shap shap shadaduway
La da da day
Shap shap shadaduway
Send the police
La da da day
Shap shap shadaduway
Send the policeman home
La da da day
Shap shap shadaduway

Maximum love and respect to all the workers and the teachers
Listen before you teach
Teach the children right
Listen before you teach
Babylon a flight
Listen before you teach
Living in Jah site
Listen before you teach
Whoa whoa whoa whoa whoa

Jah Jah give you no right
To buy up the land and seas
Jah Jah give you no right
To control all the money
I can see your conspiracy pon the run
Jah people come and greet the new sun
And Rastafari is the future culture
Nurture and respect the child

Come on now true true wisdom is innocent
True true wisdom is innocent
True true wisdom is innocent
Listen before you teach
True true wisdom is innocent
Listen before you teach
Listen before you teach
True true wisdom is innocent
Listen before you teach

Jah Jah give you no right
Jah Jah give you no right
Jah Jah give you no right
Jah Jah give you no right

Send him home
Send the police man home




Send him home
Send the police man home

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Mountain's song "Respect" carry a powerful message about the importance of respecting and nurturing children. The repetition of the phrase "Must respect the child" emphasizes the urgency and significance of this message. The lyrics suggest that abusing or manipulating children is against the natural order of things, as it goes against the creation of Jah (God). The song condemns violence towards children, stating that it is a tool of oppression and should not be tolerated. It expresses a determination to move forward and never return to a society that allows such violence.


The lyrics also touch upon the issue of gender inequality, specifically regarding the treatment of young girls. It highlights that Jah (God) has not given anyone the right to oppress or trample upon the dreams of little girls. The reference to Babylon is a metaphorical representation of corrupt systems or powers that try to suppress the hopes and voices of the voiceless. The lyrics call for unity and a refusal to compromise on the rights of children and vulnerable individuals.


Overall, the song "Respect" by Mountain advocates for a society that respects, nurtures, and protects children. It denounces violence, manipulation, and oppression, urging listeners to listen and learn before teaching. The lyrics urge for an end to corrupt systems and a shift towards a future culture of love, respect, and wisdom.


Line by Line Meaning

Must respect the child, must respect the child
It is crucial to treat and value the child with respect and dignity


Jah na give you no right
God does not grant you the authority


To abuse Jah creation
To harm or mistreat God's creations


For manipulation
To manipulate and control others


Never force your hand upon the child
Do not resort to violence or coercion against the child


For violence is the tool of the oppressor
Violence is often used by those in power to oppress others


And we're not going back there
We refuse to return to a state of oppression


Let the tree grow wild now
Allow the child to develop freely and naturally


Listen before you teach
Listen and understand before imparting knowledge or guidance


Jah Jah give you no right
God does not grant you the authority


To oppress a little girl
To subjugate and mistreat a young girl


To trample upon her dreams
To crush and disregard her aspirations and hopes


Babylon try to water down
The oppressive system seeks to diminish


The hopes of the voiceless
The aspirations of those without a voice or power


We will never compromise
We refuse to give in or yield


Violence is the only thing that justify Babylon
Babylon justifies its existence through violence


Violence is the reason that lying and cheating go on
Violence perpetuates deceit and dishonesty


Send the police home
Dismiss the oppressive police presence


La da da day, Shap shap shadaduway
Expressions of joy and freedom


Maximum love and respect to all the workers and the teachers
Show utmost love and respect for those who labor and educate


Teach the children right
Educate the children with proper values and knowledge


Babylon a flight
The oppressive system is declining or fleeing


Living in Jah site
Existing in harmony with God's presence


Whoa whoa whoa whoa whoa
Expressions of excitement or energy


Jah Jah give you no right
God does not grant you the authority


To buy up the land and seas
To monopolize and control natural resources


To control all the money
To possess complete control over financial systems


I can see your conspiracy pon the run
I can perceive your hidden plot or scheme exposed and evading capture


Jah people come and greet the new sun
God's people emerge to welcome a brighter future


And Rastafari is the future culture
The Rastafarian way of life represents the future cultural path


Nurture and respect the child
Foster and honor the growth and well-being of the child


Come on now true true wisdom is innocent
Genuine wisdom is pure and devoid of ulterior motives


Listen before you teach
Pay attention and understand before instructing or guiding


Send him home
Dismiss the oppressive police presence




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Dennis Brown, John III McCauley, Quino McWHinney Arias

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