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.
Speak of Jah
Sizzla Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Speak of Jah
Intro:
Most high! Rasterari knows
Ohh yea Jah knows
Yea!
Life is so hard at times believe me you just
Put your trust in Jah he'll see you through
Like the stars above that shine so bright
That is how Jah love makes me feel inside
Poverty and crime stokes the streets yea yea
Other things on mind like food to eat
People lost their lives can't you see ooh ooh
We've got to do what's right so then we reach
Chorus
Jah love is all we have
Jah love is all we have
Jah love is all we have
Jah love is all we have
Verse: 2
Was just the way we grow sufferation we face
Now the world should know to give and take
My true experience the pressure we bare
And you're not different so love and care and share
What would the people say about all this
Struggle we face everyday there so tired of it
The conquering lion break our chains
And give us all the victory again and again
Chorus
Jah love is all we have
Jah love is all we have
Jah love is all we have
Jah love is all we have
(Bridge)
So we got to live it up today
No one wants to suffer no way
So we got to live it up today
No one wants to suffer no way
Chorus
In Sizzla's song "Speak of Jah", he sings of the struggles of life and the importance of putting trust in Jah to guide one through life's challenges. He speaks of the poverty and crime that plague the streets, but encourages listeners to do what is right in order to reach a better future. He also acknowledges that suffering is a part of life, but it is important to give and take, love and care for others, and share one's experiences.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of Jah love, stating that it is all they have. The repetition of this phrase and the use of Jah as a symbol of guidance and love underscores the overall theme of the song: that Jah's love is what can bring us through the hardships of life.
One interesting fact about the song is that "Jah" is a shortened form of "Jehovah", a name for God that is commonly used in Rastafari culture. Another interesting fact is that Sizzla is known for his prolific output, having released over 70 albums since his debut in 1995. Additionally, Sizzla's music often incorporates elements of reggae, dancehall, and traditional African rhythms.
Line by Line Meaning
Life is so hard at times believe me you just
Life can be difficult and challenging, but we need to trust in Jah to help us through.
Put your trust in Jah he'll see you through
By trusting in Jah, we can overcome any obstacles and challenges we face in life.
Like the stars above that shine so bright
Jah's love can make us feel a sense of beauty and wonder, just like the bright stars in the sky.
That is how Jah love makes me feel inside
Jah's love can bring a sense of warmth and joy to our hearts and souls.
Poverty and crime stokes the streets yea yea
Issues such as poverty and crime are prevalent in society and affect many people's lives.
Other things on mind like food to eat
Basic needs such as food can often be a worry and concern for people.
People lost their lives can't you see ooh ooh
Sadly, people die as a result of these societal issues, and this is a cause for concern.
We've got to do what's right so then we reach
By doing what is right and just, we can strive towards a better society and reach a place of peace and harmony.
Was just the way we grow sufferation we face
Difficulties and hardships are often part of life, and this is something we all have in common.
Now the world should know to give and take
It is important for people to share and give to others, as well as receive from others.
My true experience the pressure we bare
Sizzla has personally experienced and understands the pressures and struggles that many people face in life.
And you're not different so love and care and share
Others may also be experiencing similar struggles, and it is important to show love, care, and share with one another.
What would the people say about all this
Society's opinion on the issues we face is important and should be taken into consideration.
Struggle we face everyday there so tired of it
The daily struggles people face can become exhausting and draining, leading to a sense of hopelessness or despair.
The conquering lion break our chains
Jah has the power to free us from the chains of struggle and oppression.
And give us all the victory again and again
Jah's love and power can bring us victory and success, time and time again.
So we got to live it up today
We need to live our lives to the fullest and not let the struggles and challenges hold us back.
No one wants to suffer no way
No one wants to live a life filled with suffering and hardship.
Jah love is all we have
Ultimately, Jah's love is what sustains and guides us through life.
Jah love is all we have
Jah's love is the most important and valuable thing we possess.
Jah love is all we have
When we have Jah's love, we have everything we need to face life's challenges and strive towards a better future.
Jah love is all we have
Jah's love is the one constant in our lives that we can always rely on.
Lyrics Β© DIGITAL 1 MEDIA SERVICES INC.
Written by: KEMAR MCGREGOR, MIGUEL COLLINS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ecspedition
on No Other Like Jah
Who understand what he is speaking here or is it youthful speaking ... this is the whole or the nothing of the song... speaking the words of creation?
Ecspedition
on No Other Like Jah
Head out mista crave ,ah you speak the words by which everything was made
Majda El Yousfi
on Woman I Need You
african woman......i need you.i love bb
Majda El Yousfi
on Psalms 121
i like
Babacar Mbaye
on Agriculture and Education
Add a comment...