Think Big
Natural Black Lyrics

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intro:
never let the have not worry
neva let di love not worry

chorus:
nuff a dem tink big,aim big
and dem acceptance petty
i and i tink big,aim big

mi naah guh settle fi television setty(chair)

caah nuff a dem tink big,aim big
and dem acceptance petty
i and i tink big,aim big
mi naah guh fraid fi guh out a road
and just sweaty and getty (get it)yeah

verse1:
some see me rising,think about the rose yeah
how i'm surviving,only SELASSIE I knows
i'm not gonna be like dem and those
who get their chance and waste it
when negative thoughts come to my ears
i make hast and erase it
cah

chorus:
nuff a dem tink big,aim big
and dem acceptance petty
i and i tink big,aim big
mi naah guh settle fi television setty

nuff a dem tink big,aim big
and dem acceptance petty
i and i tink big,aim big
mi naah guh fraid fi guh out a road
and just sweaty

verse2:
anyting a yuh desire inna life yuh can getty
listen mi nuh carl hear mi nuh zetti
di only ting yuh affi guh mek up yuh mind fi just sweaty
JAH JAH is yuh guide and yuh shield nuh fogetty ( don't forget it)
self reliance,indepence and yuh nuffy beggy beggy
anytime dem call upon yuh,yuh fi ready
stay focus and yuh fi gwaan hold yuh medi(tation)
and nuh badda gwaan like yuh big and yuh heavy-
cause nuff a dem

chorus:
tink big,aim big
but dem acceptance petty
i and i tink big,aim big
mi naah guh settle fi television setty

nuff a dem tink big,aim big
but dem acceptance petty
i and i tink big,aim big
mi naah guh fraid fi guh out a road
and just sweaty and getty (get it)

verse3:
i've made my decision so anyting else's afta
di politics nor religion cyaah trick RASTA
no i
i'm gonna have patience and wait on the master
if you're not heading dis way,you'll be heading to disaster

chorus:
nuff a dem tink big,aim big
and dem acceptance petty
i and i tink big,aim big
mi naah guh settle fi television setty

caah nuff a dem tink big,aim big
and dem acceptance petty
i and i tink big,aim big

mi naah guh fraid fi guh out a road
and just sweaty and getty (get it)yeah

Overall Meaning

The song "Think Big" by Natural Black is an anthem about the power of positive thinking and the importance of aiming for higher goals in life. The first part of the song is about not letting worrisome thoughts get in the way of achieving success. The chorus and the two following verses emphasize the importance of thinking big and not settling for less, while also warning against the danger of accepting small goals and mediocre achievements. The lyrics also suggest that success comes not only from hard work and determination but also from relying on JAH JAH as a guide and a shield.

The song's message has resonated with listeners, particularly those who are drawn to Rastafarianism and reggae music. "Think Big" has become a symbol of hope and empowerment for those who feel disenfranchised or marginalized. It also highlights the importance of self-reliance, independence, and determination to achieve success.

Line by Line Meaning

never let the have not worry
Don't worry about those who don't have.

neva let di love not worry
Don't forget to worry about love.

nuff a dem tink big,aim big and dem acceptance petty i and i tink big,aim big mi naah guh settle fi television setty(chair)
Many people have big aspirations but small minds, but I won't settle for a life of laziness in front of the TV.

mi naah guh fraid fi guh out a road and just sweaty and getty (get it)yeah
I'm not afraid to work hard and hit the road to achieve my goals.

some see me rising,think about the rose yeah how i'm surviving,only SELASSIE I knows i'm not gonna be like dem and those who get their chance and waste it when negative thoughts come to my ears i make hast and erase it cah
People see me succeeding and wonder how, but I'm not going to squander my opportunities like others do. When negative thoughts threaten to bring me down, I quickly dismiss them.

anyting a yuh desire inna life yuh can getty listen mi nuh carl hear mi nuh zetti di only ting yuh affi guh mek up yuh mind fi just sweaty JAH JAH is yuh guide and yuh shield nuh fogetty ( don't forget it) self reliance,indepence and yuh nuffy beggy beggy anytime dem call upon yuh,yuh fi ready stay focus and yuh fi gwaan hold yuh medi(tation) and nuh badda gwaan like yuh big and yuh heavy- cause nuff a dem
Anything you want in life is achievable if you work hard for it. Remember to stay true to yourself, rely on yourself, and be independent. Don't beg for anything. Stay focused and meditate. Don't act like you're better than others.

i've made my decision so anyting else's afta di politics nor religion cyaah trick RASTA no i i'm gonna have patience and wait on the master if you're not heading dis way,you'll be heading to disaster
I've decided on my path and I won't be swayed by politics or religion. I'll be patient and wait for the right opportunities. If you're not following my path, you'll be heading towards failure.

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