Go Tell It On The Mountain
Peter Tosh/The Wailers Lyrics
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Over the hills and everywhere
Go, tell it on the mountain,
Set my people free
Who's there yonder dressed in red
Sets my people free
Who's there yonder dressed in red
Whose there yonder dressed in red
Must be the people Moses led
Go tell iton the mountain
Set my people free
Who's there yonder dressed in white
Sets my people free
The song "Go Tell It On The Mountain" by Peter Tosh & Friends talks about spreading the word about freedom to all. It urges people to spread the message of freedom everywhere, over the hills and beyond. The song implies that freedom is for everyone and not just for a select few. The song talks about a person dressed in red, who must be Moses - the one who led the Israelites to freedom from Egypt. The person dressed in white also sets the people free, indicating the role of Jesus Christ in their liberation.
The repetition of the phrase "Go tell it on the mountain" emphasizes the importance of spreading the message of freedom to everyone. The song calls for unity among people of all races and backgrounds, in the fight for freedom. The song also highlights the struggles of the oppressed and the need for change in society. Overall, the song uses biblical references to promote the message of freedom and inspire people to work towards it.
Line by Line Meaning
Go, tell it on the mountain
Spread the message of freedom and liberation among the people
Over the hills and everywhere
No matter the distance or the barriers, the message should reach people far and wide
Set my people free
Liberate the oppressed and bring justice to those who have been wronged
Who's there yonder dressed in red
Who is the one that can bring about freedom and justice?
Sets my people free
The one who can liberate my people from oppression and bring about justice
Must be the people Moses led
The one who can bring about freedom must be as great a leader as Moses
Who's there yonder dressed in white
Who is the one that can bring about peace and equality?
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Written by: PAUL BATEMAN
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