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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Open the Door
Richie Spice Lyrics
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Jah sent Jonah to Ninevah to warn them and him never really wanna go
Jah sent Jonah to Ninevah to warn and send troubles and a bag of woe
Open the doors for the people in poverty
Open the doors if you care for humanity
Open the doors help the people of society out there I see you laugh, and enjoying doing everything you want
scuba-dive and you ski and everyday you gallivant
while the masses of the people out there die of need and want
you say that's okay yet you have a spirit smeared
while the seed that you sow is the fruit that's going to bear
can't wear the shoe, you put your sneakers on the pier
out there ()
"Freedom, justice, and equality" - MLK
Don't live one race inferior while another's superior, we're losing the race with war and crime out there
for the people in the Middle East, for the people in the West Indies ()
So many rivers running by still some people got no water
so many houses and land still some got no place to sleep
so much food still some got no food to eat
so much sign to us and still some ah them never will know joy
so much suffer in the street, yes,
so much mouths nah get to eat, yeah
so much war, people searching for peace ()
The song "Open The Door" by Richie Spice is a deeply profound and meaningful message to society. The lyrics incorporate elements of biblical parables from the story of Jonah and Ninevah to emphasize the urgency of opening the doors to help those in need. The lyrics also incorporate quotes from Martin Luther King Jr. to draw attention to the importance of fighting for freedom, justice, and equality.
The song begins by alluding to the story of Jonah and Ninevah to demonstrate that even when faced with troubles and a bag of woes, we must still open the doors to help the people in poverty. The repeated refrain of "Open the doors" serves as a call to action to the listener to not turn a blind eye to the plight of those in need. The message is clear - we must care for humanity.
The second verse of the song highlights the disparities in society where some are living in luxurious comfort while others are dying from poverty and want. The message is that it is not okay to ignore the suffering of others while we live in comfort. The lyrics urge the listener not to live one race inferior while another is superior. We are losing the race with war and crime out there, and there is a need for unity and action to bring freedom, justice, and equality to all people.
Overall, the lyrics of "Open The Door" condemn the inequalities and injustices in society and implore us to take action and care for the less privileged. The song is a timeless message of hope, love, and compassion that resonates with listeners across generations.
Line by Line Meaning
Jah sent Jonah to Ninevah to warn them and him never really wanna go
Jah sent Jonah on a mission to Ninevah to warn the people there, but Jonah was resistant.
Jah sent Jonah to Ninevah to warn and send troubles and a bag of woe
Jah sent Jonah to Ninevah to warn the people there of the troubles and woes that would come if they didn't change their ways.
Open the doors for the people in poverty
We should be helping those in poverty by opening the doors to provide them with food, shelter, and other necessities.
Open the doors if you care for humanity
If you care about the wellbeing of others, then you should be willing to open doors to provide them with resources and help when they are in need.
Open the doors help the people of society out there I see you laugh, and enjoying doing everything you want scuba-dive and you ski and everyday you gallivant
While some people are able to live luxuriously and enjoy all the pleasures of the world, there are many others who are suffering and in need of basic necessities. We should be willing to help those in need instead of turning a blind eye to their struggles.
while the masses of the people out there die of need and want out there you say that's okay yet you have a spirit smeared while the seed that you sow is the fruit that's going to bear can't wear the shoe, you put your sneakers on the pier out there ()
We cannot ignore the suffering of those around us and pretend that everything is okay. We must be willing to help and give back to our communities, as the actions we take now will shape the future that we'll experience.
Don't live one race inferior while another's superior, we're losing the race with war and crime out there for the people in the Middle East, for the people in the West Indies ()
We cannot allow any one race or group of people to feel inferior or superior to another. This only leads to tension, war, and crime, and ultimately harms everyone. We must strive for equality and justice for all people, regardless of where they live or their cultural background.
So many rivers running by still some people got no water so many houses and land still some got no place to sleep so much food still some got no food to eat so much sign to us and still some ah them never will know joy so much suffer in the street, yes, so much mouths nah get to eat, yeah so much war, people searching for peace ()
Despite there being so many resources in the world, there are still many people who do not have access to basic necessities like water, food, and shelter. We must address these inequalities and help those in need to improve their lives and bring peace to the world.
Writer(s): Richell Bonner, Michael Bonner Copyright: Jamak Music Publishing
Contributed by Avery L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Helen Sywyj
Thank you Richie Spice for all your conscious videos/songs. Makes me truly want to share what I have with others.
rootstime4u
Truth and wisdom wrapped up in a BIG TUNE--Richie Spice teach the youth!
Nish N
Richie is just the one and his style of music from fun to the frank truth is just what we need to here go richie
Edgar Otieno
True.. Uko aje
Another Georges
This song talks about what is happening in the world today,real things.It's one of my favorite and I like listening to it.
Millionprops
PROPS!!! so much emotion from Richie Spice! love it!
Bernadette Bradley
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Wade Cameron
Richie Spice is one of the best artist out there his words are very powerful and inspirational. Keep speaking for the poor and the government know to open the door.
Bernadette Bradley
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Bernadette Bradley
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