Spice's first Jamaican single "Killing a Sound" was produced by Dennis "Star" Hayes. This was followed by "Shine" by ace Jamaican record producer/musician Clive Hunt. Spice also teamed up with Hunt for his debut album on the Island Jamaica Label from which came his first major hit "Grooving my girl". His sister, Bridgett Bonner for Bonner Productions Ltd, organized his second album. The album produced hits such as "Earth a Run Red", "Living Ain't Easy", Land of Jamaica "Time So Rough", the aforementioned "Grooving My Girl" and many others. This album, renamed UNIVERSAL is contracted to Heartbeat Records for further development and international exposure. Spice currently has a hot new album to be released early summer of 2003 called WORLD ROCK.
Having gained popularity in the mid 90's, Spice has performed at all major shows staged locally namely Reggae Sun Splash (a paid tribute by him to Bob Marley), White River Reggae Bash, Rebel Salute and many others. Spice has opened shows for the likes of Chaka Demus and Pliers, Spanner Banner and Rita Marley on extensive tours of Europe and the United States 1996-1997.
He again toured East North America from June to September 2001. His increased popularity has gained him spots at numerous venues. His most recent projects include performances at Sting held at Jam World St. Catherine (December 26, 2002) and Sting Miami (March 2003).
Richie Spice is a member of the Rastafari movement.
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Marijuana
Richie Spice Lyrics
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Na, na, na, nayi riddim
Burning marijuana pon di corna
It keep mi calma, it mek mi smarta
Burning on di highway, it's di highest grade
Getting to ma head
It keep mi calma, it mek mi smarta
Burnin on di highway, it's di highest grade
Getting to ma head
At times I beg it, sometimes I'll steal it
I give it to some of ma bredren an mi sistren to use it
It's di king of di forest Babylon they don like it
They chop it up, they heap it up an den dem distroy it
They stick you up, they lock you up
They take it for a crime
Wen it's the healing of the nation bet you neva kno
Healing of the nation waahi
Marijuana pon di corna
It keep mi calma, it mek mi smarta
Burning on di highway, it's di highest grade
Getting to ma head
Marijuana pon di corna
It keep mi calma, it mek mi smarta
Burning on di highway, it's di highest grade
Getting to ma head
Don't tink I'm joking ah it's wat I'm smoking
I tell yuh mi frend, it I sew it an it catch up like a toking
Oh, the Rasta man them smoke it an them say it's the that's real ting
Oh, yes, that's why I bring a song about it, I will sing yeah
Marijuana pon di corna
It keep mi calma, it mek mi smarta
Burning on the highway, it's the highest grade
Getting to ma head
Marijuana pon di corna
It keep mi calma, it mek mi smarta
Burning on the highway, it's the highest grade
Getting to ma head
At times I'll steal, it sometimes I'll beg it
I give it to some of ma bredren an mi sistren to use it
It's di king of di forest Babylon they don like it
They chop it up, they heap it up an den dem distroy it
They stick you up, they lock you up
They take it for a crime
Wen it's the healing of the nation bet you neva kno
Healing of the nation waahi
Marijuana pon di corna
It keep mi calma, it mek mi smarta
Burning on the highway, it's the highest grade
It's getting to ma head
Marijuana pon di corna
It keep mi calma, it mek mi smarta
Burning on the highway, it's the highest grade
It's getting to ma head
Marijuana pon di corna
It keep mi calma, it mek mi smarta
Burning on the highway, it's the highest grade
It's getting to ma head
The lyrics to Richie Spice's "Marijuana" are a praise of the drug and its beneficial effects. The opening lines, "Burning marijuana pon di corna/It keep mi calma, it mek mi smarta," suggest that marijuana keeps the singer calm and makes him smarter. The repeated refrain, "It's the healing of the nation, bet you neva kno," refers to the belief among Rastafarians that marijuana has medicinal properties and can cure various illnesses. The verses talk about the persecution of marijuana users by Babylon (the government), and the singer's willingness to take risks to obtain and share the drug with his brethren and sistren. The lyrics also mention the Rasta man's preference for marijuana over other drugs, and the fact that Babylon's repression has only made the plant more potent and valuable.
Overall, the lyrics celebrate marijuana as a natural and life-affirming substance, and critique the society that criminalizes and demonizes it. The use of patois (Jamaican creole) reinforces the message of resistance and solidarity, and the upbeat and catchy melody makes the song a popular dancehall hit.
Line by Line Meaning
Na, na, na, na, na, ah, yay
An exclamation of joy and excitement about the marijuana plant.
Na, na, na, nayi riddim
The rhythm of the music perfectly reflects the feelings and thoughts of the artist about marijuana.
Burning marijuana pon di corna
Lighting up a joint and smoking marijuana has a calming and enlightening effect on the artist.
It keep mi calma, it mek mi smarta
Marijuana has therapeutic and cognitive effects on the artist, helping him to be more relaxed and enlightened.
Burning on di highway, it's di highest grade
When driving high and smoking marijuana, the artist is smoking the best quality marijuana.
Getting to ma head
The effects of smoking marijuana are starting to take hold of the artist and influence his thoughts and feelings.
At times I beg it, sometimes I'll steal it
The artist is willing to go to great lengths and take risks to get his hands on marijuana when he wants or needs it.
I give it to some of ma bredren an mi sistren to use it
The artist is sharing his love and appreciation of marijuana with his friends and family who also use it.
It's di king of di forest Babylon they don like it
Marijuana is a natural plant, but authorities and people in power don't appreciate or understand its value.
They chop it up, they heap it up an den dem distroy it
Authorities and people in power often take drastic measures to eradicate and destroy marijuana.
They stick you up, they lock you up
Marijuana use, possession, and distribution is still illegal in many places, and people can face severe consequences for it.
Wen it's the healing of the nation bet you neva kno
Marijuana has healing properties and can be beneficial for society as a whole, but many people don't realize this.
Healing of the nation waahi
Marijuana has the potential to heal our society and make it a better place.
Don't tink I'm joking ah it's wat I'm smoking
The artist wants people to know that his love and appreciation for marijuana are genuine and not a joke.
I tell yuh mi frend, it I sew it an it catch up like a toking
The artist is spreading the word to his friends about the benefits and effects of smoking marijuana and encouraging them to try it.
Oh, the Rasta man them smoke it an them say it's the that's real ting
The Rastafarian culture has a deep connection with marijuana and considers it a holy plant with spiritual properties.
Oh, yes, that's why I bring a song about it, I will sing yeah
The artist is passionate about marijuana and wants to express his love and appreciation for it through his music.
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Written by: BONNER, WHEATLEY
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Say no to drugs, say yes to marijuana!
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Jah kno
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@GetCaughtLacking
My dad used to play this when I was a kid and I've finally found it. It still hits even now
@msshay421
Mine too..only decent thing he did besides make me.
@JohnGrayFinance
My dad brought a cd back from Jamaica like 7 years ago with this song on it. I just found it 2 weeks ago. 7 years of searching !!!!