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.
Trod mount zion
Sizzla Lyrics
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Strive our strive mi tell yuh fight against those
Who fight against I
Tek a bashin' and battle to stand for thy name
Oh, well then
They act as if they don't got no sense
And I know them unda false pretense
When dem a yuh enemy and a try bridge fah rent
Slanderin' and bad influence
Scandal yuh name when dem caan get yuh strength
Hypocrite and traitor di whole a dem
A put pon dat pon dat a badmind
Full up dem heart and dem a gwaan innocent
Rastafari is my shield of defense
So when tings bruk lose seh yuh bigga judgement
Buss da halls of vampires dem send
To suck da blood and dem children
Burn up di wicked and trod a Mt. Zion
Red yuh nah ready and mi tuff like iron
Burn up di wicked and trod a Mt. Zion
Babylon, yuh riches caan stray mi lion
Inna mi turban and robe
Rastafari know mi ready fi di road
Sizzla Kalonji dash wey di burden alone
Come clean come good, mi seh come and yuh purge
Oh, gimme more nuttin' less
Lead da people wid righteousness, yo
Sizzla Kalonji bless
Di voice of Rastafari break da seed dat's in da forest
Know and share don't you forget
Nuh come fi trod Rastafari a dat's what meant
Burn up di wicked and trod a Mt. Zion
Wicked and rugged, yah, fi tuff like iron
Burn up di wicked and trod a Mt. Zion
Tell dem seh, mi love di conquerin' lion
Whoa, sufferation some deh yah
Nuttin' good about black people dem a seh yah
Hey, free up di captive dem today yah
Repatriation I a seh yah
Hey, black people come dat wey yah
Umm, help mi keep di Sabbath Deh yah
Rastafari nah romp nah play yah
It must be love nuttin' else caan stay yah
Hey read yuh Bible ghetto yute and seh yuh prayer
Rastafari come fi lift di people higher
Burn up di wicked and trod a Mt. Zion
Read yuh nah ready and mi tuff like iron
Burn up di wicked and trod a Mt. Zion
Tell dem seh, mi love di conquerin' lion
They act as if they don't got no sense
And I know them unda false pretense
Talk as if dem a yuh closest friends
When dem a yuh enemy and a try bridge fah rent
Slanderin' and bad influence
Scandal yuh name when dem caan get yuh strength
Hypocrite and traitor di whole a dem
A put pon dat pon dat a badmind
Full up dem heart and dem a gwaan innocent
Rastafari is my shield of defense
So when tings bruk lose seh yuh bigga judgement
Buss da halls of vampires dem send
To suck da blood and dem children
Burn up di wicked and trod a Mt. Zion
Red yuh nah ready and mi tuff like iron
Burn up di wicked and trod a Mt. Zion
Mi love di conquerin' lion
In "Trod Mt. Zion," Sizzla calls on his listeners to stand up for the Rastafarian faith and fight against those who would harm it. He sings about the false friends and enemies that can come into one's life and try to bring them down, criticizing their bad influence and hypocritical ways. Throughout the song, Sizzla reminds his listeners that the shield of Rastafarianism can help them defend themselves against such negativity, and encourages them to "burn up di wicked" and trod towards Mount Zion.
The lyrics in "Trod Mt. Zion" are indicative of the broader cultural movement of Rastafarianism, which originated in Jamaica in the early 20th century as a religious response to colonialism and economic exploitation. Its roots are found in a combination of African spiritual traditions, Christianity, and social justice movements, and it emphasizes the worship of Haile Selassie I, the former Emperor of Ethiopia, as a divine figure. Rastafarianism has become a popular culture subgenre in the reggae music scene, of which Sizzla is one of the most well-known artists.
Line by Line Meaning
Lead my cause Jah Rastafari
I look towards Jah Rastafari to guide and inspire me
Strive our strive mi tell yuh fight against those
I urge you to join me in fighting against those who oppose us
Who fight against I
Those who are against me and my beliefs
Tek a bashin' and battle to stand for thy name
I am willing to endure hardships and fight to maintain my faith
Oh, well then
An expression of resolve and determination
They act as if they don't got no sense
The opposition acts foolishly and irrationally
And I know them unda false pretense
I recognize that they are operating under false motives
Talk as if dem a yuh closest friends
They speak as if they are your closest friends
When dem a yuh enemy and a try bridge fah rent
In reality, they are your enemies and only seek personal gain from you
Slanderin' and bad influence
They spread false information and negative influences
Scandal yuh name when dem caan get yuh strength
They will try to discredit you when they cannot defeat you outright
Hypocrite and traitor di whole a dem
They are hypocritical and traitorous
A put pon dat pon dat a badmind
They are envious and resentful
Full up dem heart and dem a gwaan innocent
They act as if they are innocent despite their malicious intentions
Rastafari is my shield of defense
My faith in Rastafari protects me from harm
So when tings bruk lose seh yuh bigga judgement
In times of adversity, it's important to stay true to your values and not stray
Buss da halls of vampires dem send
I will defeat and destroy those who bring evil into my community
To suck da blood and dem children
These malevolent forces prey upon the most vulnerable in society
Burn up di wicked and trod a Mt. Zion
I will vanquish the wicked and march towards Mount Zion
Red yuh nah ready and mi tuff like iron
Those who oppose me are not prepared to face me, as I am strong and resolute
Babylon, yuh riches caan stray mi lion
The wealth and power of Babylon cannot sway my determination
Inna mi turban and robe
I am dressed in my traditional Rastafarian clothing
Rastafari know mi ready fi di road
I am prepared to embark on my spiritual journey
Sizzla Kalonji dash wey di burden alone
I will bear my burdens without complaint or assistance
Come clean come good, mi seh come and yuh purge
Embrace your faith and seek purification
Oh, gimme more nuttin' less
I seek to experience a deeper and more meaningful spiritual connection
Lead da people wid righteousness, yo
I aim to lead my community down the path of righteousness
Sizzla Kalonji bless
I offer my blessings to those who share in my faith
Di voice of Rastafari break da seed dat's in da forest
My voice is a powerful tool that can inspire change and growth in others
Know and share don't you forget
Remember to share and spread knowledge and wisdom
Nuh come fi trod Rastafari a dat's what meant
Don't simply follow Rastafarianism - truly understand it and embody its teachings
Whoa, sufferation some deh yah
There is significant suffering in our community
Nuttin' good about black people dem a seh yah
There is much negativity and criticism aimed at black people
Hey, free up di captive dem today yah
It's time to liberate those who are oppressed and captive
Repatriation I a seh yah
I advocate for the repatriation of black people to their ancestral lands
Hey, black people come dat wey yah
I urge black people to follow my path of righteousness and faith
Umm, help mi keep di Sabbath Deh yah
Please join me in observing the Sabbath
Rastafari nah romp nah play yah
Rastafarianism is not simply a fun pastime - it is a serious and committed faith
It must be love nuttin' else caan stay yah
Love is the foundation of Rastafarianism and the key to a meaningful existence
Hey read yuh Bible ghetto yute and seh yuh prayer
I encourage young people in impoverished areas to read the Bible and pray
Rastafari come fi lift di people higher
Rastafarianism exists to elevate and inspire people towards a better life
Mi love di conquerin' lion
I admire and respect the powerful and victorious nature of the lion
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network
Written by: MELBOURNE MILLER, PAUL CROSDALE, DONALD DENNIS, MIGUEL COLLINS, MELBOURNE GEORGE MILLER, PAUL CROSSDALE, MIGEL ORLANDO COLLINS
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@josephisaac2060
Does anyone have any idea how hard this song still hits?
@ezb2462
This Is A Classical Song.. Simply Beautiful. 💯
@zsyrosteszta
This tune is one of the biggest sizzla tune's!!! classic sizzla music Wicked
@mariofigueroa9851
He have a million big tune I have no idea wich is more fire
@mariofigueroa9851
I disagree I think that the bests sizzla tunes are on a level where one is not better than the other their are just perfect
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@PhilNunez-bw5zy
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@karenburke904
So true
@izaskater
apsolotly banging tune no matter what time says sizzla and all reggae artist will be play boomba ma bredrine
@mariofigueroa9851
Straight from the Holy Ghost!!! 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥