Sizzla, along with reggae recording artists such as Capleton, Buju Banton, and Anthony B, are credited with leading a movement toward a re-embracement of Rastafarian values in contemporary reggae music by recording material which is concerned primarily with spirituality, social consciousness, explores common themes, such as Babylon's corrupting influence, the disenfranchisement of ghetto youth, oppression of the black nation and Sizzla's abiding faith in Jah and resistance against perceived agents of oppression. Sizzla has over 40 full completed albums sold in record stores to date, the most popular which have been "Black Woman & Child" and "Da Real Thing" on the Digital B label, "Praise Ye Jah" on Xterminator, and "Rise to the Occasion" on Greensleeves.
Recently, however, he has come under fire for the homophobic content of many of his lyrics, and the advocacy of violence against gays.
Jah Is Love
Sizzla Lyrics
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Jah Is Love
Verse: 1
Everyone with that smiling face
People living in shining grace
Love and unity flood the place
In mount Zion I spend all my days
Rasta man so solemnly they pray
Doing all that Selassie I say
Children trust and obey
CHORUS
Cause Jah is love, and I've got love
Verse: 2
We praise His own divine Majesty
with all our love and honesty
We thank you for our land that's prosperity
Preserve our culture and my African heritage
Whoa, all the people in the world they're clean
Keep it up keep it up red gold and green
Could you help me care these human beings
They belong to Jah the highly supreme
Feeling good about yourself
doing all the best you can
Most high Rastafari give you health
Keep us safe and strong
CHORUS
Cause Jah is love, and I've got love
Oh Jah is love, and we've got love
Verse: 3
The future is yours to give
For the crowning of the King look to the East
Love is the foundation don't break the peace
Plow the soil we need food to eat
Obey your parents they're the root
Little children their life that's fruit
African woman you're so cute
glorious keep defending the truth
My for-parents the way they pave
they were not slave so I'm not a slave
I'm a King I tell you bold and brave
Hot a fire blaze King Selassie I me praise
CHORUS
Cause Jah is love yea, and I've got love ooh ooh ooh
Jah is love, Rastafari is love, and we've got love oh yea
Verse: 4
Everyone with a smiling face
People living up in shining grace
Love and unity flood the place
In mount Zion we spend all our days
The children how happily they play
Doing what Selassie I say
We praise His Majesty
with all our love and honesty
Give thanks for our land that's prosperity
Preserve my culture and Black heritage
Whoo yea ahh ahh ahh oooh oooh oooh
oooh oohh oooh oooh oohh oooh oooh oooh oooh
CHORUS
Cause Jah is love oh oh, Black people got love, yea ey ey
King Selassie I is love, and we've got love yea yea
in my heart yea most high Jah get all praise
hot a fire blaze length of day's real Rasta man
we don't drink or shave
Cause Jah is love...
Sizzla's "Jah Is Love" is a song that delivers the message of unity, love, and respect for the roots of the African culture. The song starts with Sizzla expressing his observation of people living in "shining grace," which he attributes to love and unity among them. He goes on to describe his devotion to Rastafari and the teachings of Selassie I, asserting that children who trust and obey him are blessed. The song speaks of love and loyalty to the African heritage, and the importance of preserving one's cultural roots.
In the second and third verse, Sizzla encourages listeners to take care of their health, keep their surroundings clean, and obey their parents. He thanks Jah for his prosperity, land, and culture, and he praises the strength, beauty, and truthfulness of the African woman. He also gives credit to his ancestors for paving the way for him and his fellow Rasta men to be free, but also stresses that he is no longer a slave but a king. His lyrics emphasize his belief that Jah is the source of everything good and that he holds the power to keep us safe and strong.
In the song's chorus, Sizzla repeats the phrase, "Jah is love, and I've got love," implying that love is the foundation of the Rastafari culture and that it is essential always to show love towards all beings. Towards the end of the song, he affirms that the Rastafari doesn't shave or drink, and Rastafari keeps praising and giving thanks to Jah.
Line by Line Meaning
Everyone with that smiling face
All individuals with a happy and joyful appearance
People living in shining grace
Those living in the light and grace of Jah
Love and unity flood the place
There is an overwhelming feeling of love and togetherness
In mount Zion I spend all my days
I live my life in accordance with the Rastafarian faith
The children how happily they play
The youth joyfully engage in play and leisure activities
Rasta man so solemnly they pray
Rastafarians pray with great reverence and respect
Doing all that Selassie I say
Following the teachings and guidance of Haile Selassie I
Children trust and obey
Youth exhibit faith and obedience
Cause Jah is love, and I've got love
The belief that Jah is the embodiment of love and the expression of personal love
We praise His own divine Majesty
Expressing reverence and admiration for Haile Selassie I
with all our love and honesty
Offering gratitude and respect with sincerity and truthfulness
We thank you for our land that's prosperity
Gratefulness for the abundance and prosperity of their land
Preserve our culture and my African heritage
Urging to protect and maintain the traditions and customs of African culture and heritage
Whoa, all the people in the world they're clean
The belief that all individuals in the world are pure
Keep it up keep it up red gold and green
Uplifting and promoting the Rastafarian colors and ideology
Could you help me care these human beings
Asking for divine intervention and guidance to care for all human beings
They belong to Jah the highly supreme
Affirming that all individuals belong to Jah, the ultimate authority
Feeling good about yourself
Having a positive self-image and sense of worth
doing all the best you can
Striving to do the best possible in all aspects of life
Most high Rastafari give you health
The belief that Rastafari grants and maintains good health
Keep us safe and strong
Requesting for protection and strength from Jah
The future is yours to give
Empowering individuals to shape their own future
For the crowning of the King look to the East
Referencing the crowning of Haile Selassie I in 1930 and its significance in Rastafarianism
Love is the foundation don't break the peace
Stressing the importance of love as the foundational element and urging not to disrupt peace
Plow the soil we need food to eat
Emphasizing the importance of agriculture and food production
Obey your parents they're the root
Encouraging respect and obedience towards parents
Little children their life that's fruit
Children are a precious gift and source of joy
African woman you're so cute
Complimenting the beauty and allure of African women
glorious keep defending the truth
Upholding and protecting the truth with honor and valor
My for-parents the way they pave
Honoring the ancestors and the path they paved
they were not slave so I'm not a slave
Rejecting the legacy of slavery and asserting individual freedom
I'm a King I tell you bold and brave
Expressing self-confidence, strength, and royalty
Hot a fire blaze King Selassie I me praise
Exalting and honoring Haile Selassie I
Black people got love
Affirming that Black individuals are capable and deserving of love
King Selassie I is love, and we've got love yea yea
The belief that Haile Selassie I represents and embodies love, and the affirmation of personal love
in my heart yea most high Jah get all praise
Acknowledging Jah as the highest authority and paying reverence and worship
hot a fire blaze length of day's real Rasta man
Uplifting and celebrating the authenticity of Rastafarians
we don't drink or shave
Rastafarians abstain from drinking alcohol and shaving
Lyrics © Royalty Network
Written by: MIGUEL COLLINS, PATRICK GOLDING
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David Iacopi
sizzla has such a bizarre style but it works. love this song.
Peter Grant
Sizzla is king! One of the most inspirational musicians!
Screaming Toadz
rasta is more then just weed and dreadlocks, rasta is consciousness
Jahsoni Clark
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SunshineCandy Wolf
Dat Is sooo true 💥🕊
Eddie Andrews
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Audwin Andrews
Blaze!!! These are the type of music our society needs to be more aware of.
TheShepTV
This track really is a true honour to Selassie. Love you Sizzla.
Tony T
what a lovely song. such a love. my mind fill with love. I mean the beat. its like a real African song. I love this man...
Frica James
Sweet. Inspirational. This reminds me of a song I wrote a few years ago called Jah My Love.