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.
Sow More Love
Sizzla Lyrics
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I say don't hurt yourself, gosh, wha why y'all doing that?
I say it's love alright
Love you more, giving you some more
You're who I'm living for, what all those killing for?
Love you more, giving you some more
You're who I'm living for, what all those killing for?
I'm just used to you so near
People when you're not there
A part of me goes in despair
My whole heart and soul declare
Crime and violence everywhere
I heard you loud and clear
People trying to reach, ain't gettin' no where
Children dying, parents shedding tears
Bloodshed in the street
Oh gosh, I don't wanna see it
Babies got nothing to eat
People got no place to sleep
No clothes splinters in their feet
Those with the power still got shot coming
Raising taxes 'stroying our economy
Working hard still we got no money
Love you more, giving you some more
You're who I'm living for, what all those killing for?
Love you more, giving you some more
You're who I'm living for, what all those killing for?
Learn to respect yourself
You're a shining star, stop your fighting
With all our hate, could we get this far?
Love and unity, that's what it's all about
Don't y'all know the system
Is polluted inside out
Hate and grudge, all of these things
Makes you honorable for the system
When you're disobedient
You become the victim
Humble and give praise
While you're still living, yeah
Love you more, giving you some more
You're who I'm living for, what all those killing for?
Love you more, giving you some more
You're who I'm living for, what all those killing for?
Sizzla's song "Love You More" is a beautiful message emphasizing the importance of self-love and compassion towards others in a world where crime, violence, and poverty are rampant. The opening lyrics of the song are addressed to all the beautiful people out there and encourages them not to hurt themselves. Sizzla then emphasizes that love is the solution to all problems and reaffirms his commitment to loving the listener more.
In the next verse, Sizzla sings about the despair he feels when his loved one is not near. He then goes on to address the issues of crime and violence that plague society, expressing his frustration at the lack of progress in addressing these issues. He talks about children dying and parents shedding tears, with bloodshed in the streets as well as poverty, lack of food, and shelter.
The third verse begins with Sizzla encouraging listeners to respect themselves as shining stars and to stop fighting. He talks about how hate and grudge make people honorable to a corrupt system, and disobedience only makes one a victim. He concludes the song with a message about the power of love and unity, urging listeners to be humble and give praise while they're still living.
Overall, "Love You More" is a powerful message of hope and a call to action for listeners to embrace love, compassion, and respect for others, as well as themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, I'm singing this one for all you beautiful people out there
The singer dedicates this song to all the beautiful people listening.
I say don't hurt yourself, gosh, wha why y'all doing that?
The singer advises against self-harm and questions why anyone would do that.
I say it's love alright
The singer asserts that love is the answer.
Love you more, giving you some more
The singer expresses his love for someone and promises to give more of it.
You're who I'm living for, what all those killing for?
The singer questions why people engage in violence when the person he loves is who he lives for.
I'm just used to you so near
The singer is accustomed to having the person he loves close to him.
People when you're not there
When the person he loves is not there, the singer feels a sense of despair.
A part of me goes in despair
When the person he loves is not there, the singer feels incomplete.
My whole heart and soul declare
The singer's love for the person he cares for is all-consuming and he cannot help but declare it.
Crime and violence everywhere
The singer comments on the prevalence of crime and violence in society.
I heard you loud and clear
The singer acknowledges that he understands the person he loves' concerns about the state of the world.
People trying to reach, ain't gettin' no where
Despite people's efforts to make a change, they are not seeing any progress.
Children dying, parents shedding tears
The singer comments on the tragic reality of children dying and the effect it has on their parents.
Bloodshed in the street
The singer comments on the amount of violence and death happening in public places.
Oh gosh, I don't wanna see it
The singer expresses his discomfort with the violence that he sees in public places.
Babies got nothing to eat
The singer highlights the realities of poverty and hunger that so many endure.
People got no place to sleep
The singer highlights the problem of homelessness and lack of shelter that people face.
No clothes, splinters in their feet
The singer speaks to the lack of basic necessities and the discomfort it causes.
Those with the power still got shot coming
The singer highlights the corrupt nature of those who have power in society.
Raising taxes 'stroying our economy
The singer comments on the detrimental effects of taxes on the economy.
Working hard still we got no money
The singer speaks to the realities of working hard but still not having enough money to make ends meet.
Learn to respect yourself
The singer emphasizes the importance of self-respect.
You're a shining star, stop your fighting
The singer urges the listener to recognize their worth and stop engaging in conflict.
With all our hate, could we get this far?
The singer questions whether it was hate that brought humanity as far as it has come.
Love and unity, that's what it's all about
The singer asserts that love and unity are the keys to a better world.
Don't y'all know the system
The singer comments on the nature of the existing societal system.
Is polluted inside out
The singer speaks to the corruption that exists within the system.
Hate and grudge, all of these things
The singer comments on the harmful effects of hate and grudges.
Makes you honorable for the system
The singer suggests that those who hold hate and grudges are actually supporting the corrupt system.
When you're disobedient
The singer speaks to the consequences of disobedience.
You become the victim
Disobedience can result in becoming a victim and facing negative consequences.
Humble and give praise
The singer emphasizes the importance of humility and gratitude.
While you're still living, yeah
The singer speaks to the importance of living with these values while still alive.
Lyrics ยฉ Ultra Tunes, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DONOVAN KEITH BENNETT, NIGEL STAFF, MIGUEL COLLINS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Rudegirl Rasmufin
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Bern mahan
Always great to hear an old Burning Spear riddim!
Reggae Music Playlist TV
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Bigโจ๐โจ Sizzla/ IRIE ITES REGGAE TV send blessed love to you & worldwide โฎ๐โฎ
Filip
about to light one up! and found this great song :)
big up from Europe , one love
Musical Impact Promo Agency
Big tune !
Jimmito Uganda
Moooore fyaaaaaah ๐ฅ๐ฅ from uganda blessin family
dimitri comte
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Henry
Fyah ๐ฅ
Lee Smith
Yeah man big up ya self Sizzla Kalongi
Free Man
Large Up breddin โ๐พ๐โ๐พโค๏ธ