In These Times
Sizzla/Luciano Lyrics

Oh oh, wake up.
A call to consciousness, urging listeners to become aware of their surroundings and the spiritual state of the world.

Wake up, wake up and live.
Encouragement to not just exist but to fully embrace life and its possibilities.

You got to, I got to, oh no
A realization that this awakening is a shared responsibility, affecting both the singer and the listener.

We got to yeah
A communal acknowledgment that collective action is essential for change.

In this troubled world
A recognition of the various challenges and hardships that society faces today.

With so much on our minds
Acknowledging the weight of thoughts and concerns that burden individuals.

In this troubling time
Emphasizing the urgency of the current situation we find ourselves in.

Wake up and live mankind
A plea for humanity to become aware and actively participate in life.

In this troubled world
Reiteration of the state of chaos and dissatisfaction in the world around us.

With so much on their minds
Highlighting that everyone is preoccupied with their own troubles and issues.

In this troubling time
Again stressing the critical nature of the present circumstances.

It's time to live up mankind
A clarion call for humanity to step up and engage with life meaningfully.

Jah gave us this world for us to wake up and live
A spiritual reminder that life is a divine gift meant to be cherished and fully experienced.

And share the world you got to wake up and give
Encouragement to not only live but to also share one’s gifts and resources with others.

This is what it is
A declaration of the current reality that cannot be ignored.

Truly, truly it is a must for us to love and live in one accord sing
Emphasizing the necessity of unity and love among people for a harmonious existence.

Don't you go on ruling her, lonely.
Warning against isolation and dominance over others; connection is vital.

Have yourself so then you got caught in so many things, yow
Advising that becoming too engrossed in one's own affairs can lead to entrapment and disconnection.

This get the time, now in the hour
Indicating that now is the significant moment for action and change.

We've got the mind, we've got the power
Affirming that with awareness and collective strength, transformation is possible.

Jah blessed I, that I and I could discover
Expressing gratitude for the divine guidance that allows for understanding and awareness.

Come along let's unite and shake Babylon asunder
A call to unite against oppressive systems ('Babylon') in order to create significant change.

We give thanks for the bringing forth of I
Expressing gratitude for existence and consciousness.

Good and responsible thought.
Highlighting the importance of positive and ethical thinking.

Praise Jah all your life long, oh yeh
Encouraging constant gratitude and worship of the divine throughout one’s life.

With this doing righteousness
Promoting the idea that living ethically leads to fulfillment and direction.

No one could ever go lost
Affirming that those who live in moral integrity will find their path.

Yet we all know
Acknowledging the collective awareness of greater truths and realizations.

And receive the soul, it shall be given
Conveying that spiritual fulfillment and insight are attainable if sought.

It is for I and I to go and ask
Encouraging individuals to pursue knowledge and clarity through inquiry.

Never give your energy unto the evilous practices
A warning against engaging in negative or harmful behaviors and influences.

This is an impartial right
Stressing that this principle applies universally and fairly to all.

Rise up
A motivational call to action, urging people to stand tall and take charge.

Jah gave us this world for us to live and unite
Affirming the belief that life and the earth are gifts meant for communal living and connectedness.

So whether if you're black or if you're yellow or white
An inclusive acknowledgment that diversity should not be a barrier to unity.

One Jah, one God, one aim, one destiny
Professing that regardless of differences, there is a shared spiritual purpose guiding humanity.

Clean up your heart and soul
Urging individuals to purify their intentions and emotional state for better living.

Set your spirit free
Encouraging liberation from burdens and constraints for true self-expression.

Speaking of righteousness
Transitioning to discussing the principles of just and ethical living.

As the river flow the chant
Using the metaphor of a flowing river to symbolize the continuous nature of righteous living.

One love black people
An invitation to embrace unity and love within the community.

That is the way to rid the fault
Stating that love and unity are fundamental for overcoming errors and conflicts.

Not until the very cripple feelings of the heart
Recognizing that unresolved emotional pain can hinder true connection.

They won't know good words they want
Indicating that without awareness, people remain unaware of what is truly beneficial.

They search for a place of peace to place good thoughts
Describing the human desire for a peaceful existence where constructive ideas can flourish.

Blessed unto the blessing of the strength to shift the dark yow
Expressing gratitude for the empowerment to overcome negativity and adversity.

Over life will forever reign, yow
Proclaiming that positivity and righteousness will ultimately prevail.

All trial and crosses me have to pass
Acknowledging that everyone must face challenges and burdens in life.

Well then again
A reflective moment suggesting the persistence of struggle but also the cycle of resilience.

Repeat Sizzla's First verse
Encouragement to revisit the foundational truths expressed in the earlier verse for reaffirmation.

Repeat Luciano's First verse
Encouragement to reflect back on Luciano’s initial message for deeper understanding and reinforcement.