Nasio was the youngest of seven children born to a Carib Indian mother and father of African descent, in the village of Carte-Bois, Dominica. The family lived in a one room wooden country house without running water or electricity. Before heading off to school, Nasio and his brothers and sisters walked miles to the Gwiyo River to fetch fresh water for the household.
When he was eight years old, Nasio began singing in the Bagatelle school and the village Catholic church. Nasio had a habit of making instruments out of everything he could find. "My Dad, Atto, made my very first instrument, a piece of board with fishing lines for strings; it meant everything to me." According to the village residents, Nasio was often the highlight of the annual school talent shows, and "a blessing to listen to".
Nasio’s musical inspiration comes from Rastafari but on the earthly plane, reggae greats such as Culture’s Joseph Hill, Burning Spear, Jacob Miller and of course Bob Marley. He is also influenced by Marvin Gaye, the Beatles, Curtis Mayfield, and Dominican Cadence music, like Chubby and the Midnight Groovers. He is very focused on what his music is saying, the message he wants to portray.
In the mid-1980s, Nasio moved from Dominica to the hustle and bustle of the island of St. Maarten where he recorded his first 12" single Born to Be Free (1986) and EP Babylon is Falling (1990). His first full length CD Reggae Power (1994) was followed by Wolf Catcher (1997) and Revolution (1999). He soon became a sensation by the power of the music and word of mouth alone.
Lovers of reggae music throughout the world know Nasio’s name, his voice and his conscious lyrics. He speaks of revolution, of waking up the sleeping consciousness of oppressed and freedom loving people across the Earth. In his own words, “the music is important; I want my music to be my contribution to the people of the world.” The world of Reggae and indeed the world of music needs a new voice, get ready to be "Living in the Positive" with Nasio Fontaine.
Truth Will Reveal
Nasio Fontaine Lyrics
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Say the truth will reveal, yeah now, uhhh hmmm
You see their faces but you never know their thoughts
Every baby knows that talk is cheap, so cheap
You see their actions but you never know their reactions
Time and time alone will prove the story
And every eye will see
Truth will reveal
I say the things that dem hide, deep down inside
Truth will reveal
The truth will reveal
What is inna their hearts
A what is inna their hearts, oh yeah
Truth and truth alone I say the truth will reveal, yeah now
Mmm, mmm, mmm, mmm
Even little truth them try to hide from long time gone
But you and I knows that looks are deceiving
Remember they say, still waters run deep
So watch it how you running steep
Time and time alone will prove the story
And every eyes will see
Truth will reveal
The truth will reveal, the things that are hidden
I say the things that they hide, deep down inside
Truth will reveal
The truth will reveal
What is inna their hearts
A what is inna their hearts, oh yeah
Truth and truth alone I say the truth will reveal, yeah now
Ohhy, expose them, Expose them
Let the truth be revealed, yeah now
Nowhere to hide
I say the truth will be revealed, yeah now
Can't run to hide, ohhy
Expose them
We're gonna take off their masks off their faces
Who that is?????
Nasio Fontaine's song "Truth Will Reveal" emphasizes the importance of truth by pointing out that talks are cheap and looks can be deceiving. According to the lyrics, it is only time that can expose people's true intentions and reveal what they hide deep down inside. The song suggests that truths, no matter how hidden, will always be uncovered, and it is better to speak the truth rather than hiding behind a mask of deception.
The opening lines of the song, "Truth and truth alone, Say the truth will reveal" set the tone for the rest of the song. The repetition of the phrase underscores the importance of speaking the truth. The lyrics also suggest that actions speak louder than words, and it is only by observing people's behavior that we can understand their true motives. The line "Every baby knows that talk is cheap, so cheap" asserts that speaking the truth is essential, and deception has no place in a civilized society.
The song's chorus, "Truth will reveal, the things that are hidden" reinforces the idea that everything will eventually be exposed. It is only a matter of time before the truth comes to light. The song further accentuates the importance of truth by stating that it will help unveil what is in people's hearts.
Line by Line Meaning
Truth and truth alone
Only the truth will suffice
Say the truth will reveal, yeah now, uhhh hmmm
The truth will eventually come to light
You see their faces but you never know their thoughts
Appearances can be deceiving
Every baby knows that talk is cheap, so cheap
Words mean little if actions don't back them up
You see their actions but you never know their reactions
Actions may not always reflect true feelings
Time and time alone will prove the story
Only time will reveal the truth
And every eye will see
The evidence will be clear for all to see
Truth will reveal
The truth will become known
The truth will reveal the things that are hidden
The truth will uncover secrets
I say the things that dem hide, deep down inside
People often hide their true feelings
What is inna their hearts
What people truly feel
Truth and truth alone I say the truth will reveal, yeah now
Again, only the truth will suffice
Even little truth them try to hide from long time gone
People often try to conceal even small truths
But you and I knows that looks are deceiving
Appearances can be misleading
Remember they say, still waters run deep
Often people who seem quiet have a lot going on beneath the surface
So watch it how you running steep
Be careful how you judge people
Nowhere to hide
There is no escaping the truth
Can't run to hide, ohhy
Again, there's no escape from the truth
Expose them
Reveal people for who they truly are
We're gonna take off their masks off their faces
Expose people for who they truly are
Contributed by London S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@RisingSun0767
2023 still listening raster music the legend nasio Pure love blessings touch base ❤
@42empress
Jah bless you Nasio, you know Empress will always love those words of wisdom and love to the nation, Truth will reveal, and we will un-mask them. Love you Jah blessings always 42empress
@shabankaluse2153
Still listening this year 2020
@tommyrijnen222
Me to, and the truth is coming out these days. Love from Holland one heart one love to all People
@spongebobsquarepantsepisod7746
Was my dad's favorite song now its mine 😔😌🙏👌
@alimamyconteh5798
Who is listening with me 2019?
@brooklandofficialmusic7103
2020
@cathycuffy8112
Me
@aqielawalker
SEPT 1ST, 2020
@annhughes3869
Wicked. Wicked. Tune. Loveeee it 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥