Jo-Ann Greene writes about "Mind Control" AllMusic.com: "Stephen has continued to grow, adding new sounds and styles to his repertoire over the years. A conduit to the past and a bridge to the future, his music -- like his father's -- sounds timeless: reggae that embraces the world."
2004 he started the 27-city Bob Marley Roots, Rock, Reggae Festival tour with his four brothers and sons of Bob – Ziggy, Julian, Damian and Ky-Mani – each of whom have their own professional recording careers. The tour was the first time the brothers have officially performed together on stage.
Every February in Miami, Marley and his brothers perform at his family's annual Caribbean Festival in honour of their late father Bob Marley.
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Stephen Marley Lyrics
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And I'll always be around, yeah
Never will they get I down
And I'll always be around
I work real hard yeah
Night and day
Can't let no one just take that away
I try and lie to do my best
But some of them love
To see me stoop to less
They just can't keep I down
And I'll always be around, yeah
Never will they get I down
And I'll always, you'll always
She'll always, yeah
Some would love to sweep
Your feet off the ground
Every time you get up
They keep pushing you down
The shortest way home
Is the long way round
The deepest rivers
Never make a sound
They just can't keep I down
And I'll always be around, yes
Never will they get I down
And I'll always be around
I say they just can't keep I down, eh
And I'll always be around, eh
To the powers of Jah, Jah, Jah, Jah, yeah
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Can't keep I down
They just can't keep I down
No, I said they just keep I down
The lyrics of Stephen Marley's song "Can't Keep I Down" are centered on strength, resilience, and perseverance that Marley has cultivated through his own experiences. He believes that no one can ever bring him down despite his hardships, hard work which he has put in day and night, and he will continue to be around always. Marley emphasizes his determination by saying that he cannot let anyone take away his dreams and achievements that he has earned by working hard.
Marley confronts those who try to demotivate him or make him feel inferior in any manner. He calls them out and states that they cannot push him down because he has the strength and willpower to come back stronger. He asserts that the easiest path is not always the best, and the hardest path may only lead to a deeper understanding of oneself.
Overall, Stephen Marley's "Can't Keep I Down" is about the power that comes from resilience and determination. Marley uses his lyrics to encourage and uplift those who listen to his music, highlighting that no matter how many setbacks you may face, the key is to keep pushing and never let anyone bring you down.
Line by Line Meaning
They just can't keep I down
No matter what obstacles come their way, Stephen Marley will not be defeated
And I'll always be around, yeah
Stephen Marley's unrelenting spirit and perseverance will ensure his continued presence and success
Never will they get I down
Stephen Marley will not allow anyone or anything to bring him down or make him quit
I work real hard yeah
Stephen Marley is dedicated to working hard to achieve his goals
Night and day
Stephen Marley is committed to putting in the effort and time required to succeed regardless of the hour
Can't let no one just take that away
Stephen Marley won't let anyone take away his hard work, dedication and perseverance
I try and lie to do my best
Stephen Marley strives to always do his best
But some of them love
However, some people like to see him fail
To see me stoop to less
These people delight in seeing Stephen Marley lower himself to their level
Some would love to sweep
There are some individuals that would love nothing more than to knock him down
Your feet off the ground
To take him down from his position of success and power
Every time you get up
Even when Stephen Marley rises from a fall or setback
They keep pushing you down
These detractors will continue to try and bring him down and cause him to fail
The shortest way home
Stephen Marley knows that the quickest way to achieve success isn't always the easiest or simplest
Is the long way round
Sometimes, the most difficult path is also the most rewarding and fulfilling
The deepest rivers
The things that we struggle with the most
Never make a sound
often don't advertise their difficulties but will also bring the greatest reward and sense of accomplishment
To the powers of Jah, Jah, Jah, Jah, yeah
Stephen Marley attributes his success to the blessings and guidance of God
Can't keep I down
Stephen Marley is determined to rise above all opposition
No, I said they just keep I down
He acknowledges the existence of external force trying to bring him down but knows that he will ultimately triumph
Lyrics © INGROOVES MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: DESMOND SMITH, STEPHEN MARLEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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The whole marley family is awesome . one love 💟💞