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.
Still Searchin
Stephen Marley Lyrics
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Dem ah ready fi come pull down mi Karl Kani
Oh, come on now tell me how can I
Love ah, one dat really don't deserve me?
Natural fi keep and natural preserve me
Me is ah boy, could get a whole heep ah girl, ya heard me
Many are called but only few deemed worthy
Spiritually balanced fi clean and purge me
Mentally advanced fi always urge me
Read couple books and challenge the clergy
Read a couple psalms up inna the morning early
Could you be so kind then show me a sign
I've been searching and it's so hard to find
Decent values with a decent wine
Decent jubee running it down the line
Maybe it's my mind, maybe I'm blind
Maybe it's the way that I've been spending my time
I'm still searching for a fine peace of mind
Decent jubee running it down the line
A little child has grown and he's got love on his mind
But what he'll never know a virtuous woman is hard to find
And dat's when she said she feels the pain
And she'll never fall in love again
So if you is a gal with whole heep of value
What a valuable nice and decent gal you
When I get you I'll be glad I got you
Then stand firmly inna your life like statue
Seen some old tings seen some young tings
Seen some little silly go and come tings
Seen some one night just for fun tings
What a indecent piece ah, some ting
Be so kind den show me a sign
I've been searching and it's so hard to find
Decent values with a decent wine
Decent jubee running it down the line
Maybe it's my mind, maybe I'm blind
Maybe it's the way that I've been spending my time
I'm still searching for a fine peace of mind
Decent jubee running it down the line
Some say that love is blind
But he keep saying, not this time
So all he need is love to keep his heart in line
But dat's when she said, "Lord I feel the pain"
And she'll never fall in love again
You have some gal ah, come 'pon man premises
And ah, fling up the ting that's between di knees
And ah, full up man head with false promises
Oh, dutty bungle please, couldn't want to run that
So fast wid ease been there dun that my main
Squeeze is natural, simply natural
Could you be so kind then show me a sign
I've been searching and it's so hard to find
Decent values with a decent wine
Decent jubee running it down the line
Maybe it's my mind, maybe I'm blind
Maybe it's the way that I've been spending my time
I'm still searching for a fine peace of mind
Decent jubee running it down the line
A little child has grown and he's got love on his mind
But what he'll never know a virtuous woman is hard to find
'Cause that's when she said she's feeling pain
It seems they have fallen in love again
That's when she said, "Lord I feel the pain"
And now they're standing in love again
So tell me ah, when price tag gone pon annany
Gal ah, love man for Benz and Ferrari
Little one eyed brethren weh name Omari
Couldn't get no loving since him start sell stary
Some girl in the twinkling of an eye
Dem ah ready fi come pull down mi Karl Kani
Oh, come on now tell me how can I
Love ah, one dat really don't deserve me?
The song Still Searchin’ by Stephen Marley explores the challenges and difficulty of finding someone with the right values, mentality and character to build a meaningful romantic relationship with. The lyrics speak of the frustrations of searching for a woman who embodies the key qualities the singer desires: natural beauty, spirituality, intelligence, and moral/ethical uprightness. He laments the objectification of women, who are seen as nothing more than sexual conquests by some men, while seeking a woman who is more than just a physical object of desire. The song also references the pain of failed relationships and the search for something meaningful.
The lyrics of Still Searchin’ have a deep meaning and a lot to unpack. The initial line of the song is about the singer being attractive to women, who are ready to make a move on him, which is why he asks the question, “how can I love someone who doesn’t deserve me?” This is followed by a discussion of his ideal woman, one who is physically and mentally strong, spiritually and morally balanced, intelligent but willing to challenge conventional wisdom, and interested in personal growth. The lyrics also highlight the difficulty the singer has had in finding such a woman, due to the objectification of women in society and the challenges of finding someone of real substance.
An interesting aspect of the song Still Searchin' is its reggae roots. It features the classic reggae beats and rhythms that Jamaica is known for, with a fusion of contemporary hip-hop and R&B influences. Another fascinating fact about the song is that it featured several talented artists, including Damian Marley, which is no surprise as he is Stephen's brother. The song was also produced by Stephen Marley himself, and it was the second single from his album Mind Control, released in 2007. The songwriting credits for Still Searchin’ are shared among several writers, including Stephen Marley, W. Asher, A. Marley, and J. Ellis. The song also utilizes the iconic mid-tempo groove vocals, creating a perfect platform where Stephen Marley and the other collaborators can deliver their messages.
Additionally, the lyrics of the song reflect Stephen Marley’s deep African heritage and roots. The singer highlights the importance of cultural authenticity and celebrates the beauty of black heritage. The song reflects his commitment to pursuing authenticity, as well as his desire for meaningful and enduring love. Other interesting facts about the song include its success, as it reached third place on the Billboard Reggae chart and was nominated for the Best Reggae Album at the 2008 Grammy Awards. Finally, the song’s lyrics reflect the positive Pan-African spirit that pervades the work of many Jamaican artists, including Stephen Marley.
Chords: D, Dmaj7, D, Dmaj7, G, Gmaj7, G, Gmaj7, A, Amaj7, A, Amaj7.
Line by Line Meaning
Some girl in the twinkling of an eye
Girls come and go quickly
Dem ah ready fi come pull down mi Karl Kani
They are ready to use me for my clothes
Oh, come on now tell me how can I
How can I love someone who doesn't deserve me?
Love ah, one dat really don't deserve me?
Is it worth it to love someone who doesn't deserve me?
Natural fi keep and natural preserve me
I need someone who is as genuine and authentic as me
Me is ah boy, could get a whole heep ah girl, ya heard me
I have lots of options when it comes to girls, but I want a real connection
Many are called but only few deemed worthy
Lots of girls may show interest, but only a select few are worth my time
Body have ta physically strong and sturdy
She needs to be physically fit and strong
Spiritually balanced fi clean and purge me
She needs to be spiritually grounded and help me maintain balance
Mentally advanced fi always urge me
She should challenge me mentally and push me to grow
Read couple books and challenge the clergy
She should be well-read and not afraid to challenge authority
Read a couple psalms up inna the morning early
She should be dedicated to her spiritual practice
Could you be so kind then show me a sign
Can you give me a sign that the right person is out there for me?
I've been searching and it's so hard to find
I've been looking for the right person, but it's been difficult
Decent values with a decent wine
I want someone with good morals and a great personality
Decent jubee running it down the line
I want someone who is sincere and committed
Maybe it's my mind, maybe I'm blind
I'm starting to doubt if the right person is out there
I'm still searching for a fine peace of mind
I'm still looking for someone who will give me peace of mind
A little child has grown and he's got love on his mind
I've grown up and I'm ready for love
But what he'll never know a virtuous woman is hard to find
It's hard to find a woman with good morals and values
And dat's when she said she feels the pain
She's been hurt before and doesn't want to fall in love again
So if you is a gal with whole heep of value
If you're a girl with great morals and values,
What a valuable nice and decent gal you
You're a valuable and decent girl
When I get you I'll be glad I got you
I'll be happy to have found you
Then stand firmly inna your life like statue
I'll stand by your side and be your rock
Seen some old tings seen some young tings
I've had experience with girls of all ages
Seen some little silly go and come tings
I've had some short-lived relationships
Seen some one night just for fun tings
I've had some casual hookups
What a indecent piece ah, some ting
Some of those relationships were not respectful
Some say that love is blind
Love can make people do foolish things
But he keep saying, not this time
I won't let love blind me this time
So all he need is love to keep his heart in line
Love can help guide me in the right direction
You have some gal ah, come 'pon man premises
Some girls only want to be with a man for his possessions
And ah, fling up the ting that's between di knees
And they seduce the man with sex
And ah, full up man head with false promises
And they make empty promises to the man
Oh, dutty bungle please, couldn't want to run that
I don't want any part of that
So fast wid ease been there dun that my main
I've been there and done that before
Squeeze is natural, simply natural
A genuine connection is natural and authentic
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Yami Bolo, Roland Lyfook, Damian Robert Nesta Marley, Stephen Marley
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
kuku ruku
Some girl in the twinkling of an eye
Dem ah ready fi come pull down mi Karl Kani
Oh, come on now tell me how can I
Love ah, one dat really don't deserve me?
Natural fi keep and natural preserve me
Me is ah boy, could get a whole heap ah girl, ya heard me
Many are called but only few deemed worthy
Body have ta physically strong and sturdy
Spiritually balanced fi clean and purge me
Mentally advanced fi always urge me
Read couple books and challenge the clergy
Read a couple psalms up inna the morning early
Could you be so kind then show me a sign
I've been searching and it's so hard to find
Decent values with a decent wine
Decent jubee running it down the line
Maybe it's my mind, maybe I'm blind
Maybe it's the way that I've been spending my time
I'm still searching for a fine peace of mind
Decent jubee running it down the line
A little child has grown and he's got love on his mind
But what he'll never know a virtuous woman is hard to find
And dat's when she said she feels the pain
And she'll never fall in love again
So if you is a gal with whole heap of value
What a valuable nice and decent gal you
When I get you I'll be glad I got you
Then stand firmly inna your life like statue
Seen some old tings seen some young tings
Seen some little silly go and come tings
Seen some one night just for fun tings
What a indecent piece ah, some ting
Be so kind den show me a sign
I've been searching and it's so hard to find
Decent values with a decent wine
Decent jubee running it down the line
Maybe it's my mind, maybe I'm blind
Maybe it's the way that I've been spending my time
I'm still searching for a fine peace of mind
Decent jubee running it down the line
Some say that love is blind
But he keep saying, not this time
So all he need is love to keep his heart in line
But dat's when she said, "Lord I feel the pain"
And she'll never fall in love again
You have some gal ah, come 'pon man premises
And ah, fling up the ting that's between di knees
And ah, full up man head with false promises
Oh, dutty bungle please, couldn't want to run that
So fast wid ease been there dun that my main
Squeeze is natural, simply natural
Could you be so kind then show me a sign
I've been searching and it's so hard to find
Decent values with a decent wine
Decent jubee running it down the line
Maybe it's my mind, maybe I'm blind
Maybe it's the way that I've been spending my time
I'm still searching for a fine peace of mind
Decent jubee running it down the line
A little child has grown and he's got love on his mind
But what he'll never know a virtuous woman is hard to find
Cause that's when she said she's feeling pain
It seems they have fallen in love again
That's when she said, "Lord I feel the pain"
And now they're standing in love again
So tell me ah, when price tag gone pon annany
Gal ah, love man for Benz and Ferrari
Little one eyed brethren weh name Omari
Couldn't get no loving since him start sell stary
Some girl in the twinkling of an eye
Dem ah ready fi come pull down mi Karl Kani
Oh, come on now tell me how can I
Love ah, one dat really don't deserve me?
Drive Mad
L origin by them:
Some girl in the twinkling of an eye
Dem ah ready fi come pull down mi Karl Kani
Oh, come on now tell me how can I
Love ah, one dat really don't deserve me?
Natural fi keep and natural preserve me
Me is ah boy, could get a whole heep ah girl, ya heard me
Many are called but only few deemed worthy
Body have ta physically strong and sturdy
Spiritually balanced fi clean and purge me
Mentally advanced fi always urge me
Read couple books and challenge the clergy
Read a couple psalms up inna the morning early
Could you be so kind then show me a sign
I've been searching and it's so hard to find
Decent values with a decent wine
Decent jubee running it down the line
Maybe it's my mind, maybe I'm blind
Maybe it's the way that I've been spending my time
I'm still searching for a fine peace of mind
Decent jubee running it down the line
A little child has grown and he's got love on his mind
But what he'll never know a virtuous woman is hard to find
And dat's when she said she feels the pain
And she'll never fall in love again
So if you is a gal with whole heep of value
What a valuable nice and decent gal you
When I get you I'll be glad I got you
Then stand firmly inna your life like statue
Seen some old tings seen some young tings
Seen some little silly go and come tings
Seen some one night just for fun tings
What a indecent piece ah, some ting
Be so kind den show me a sign
I've been searching and it's so hard to find
Decent values with a decent wine
Decent jubee running it down the line
Maybe it's my mind, maybe I'm blind
Maybe it's the way that I've been spending my time
I'm still searching for a fine peace of mind
Decent jubee running it down the line
Some say that love is blind
But he keep saying, not this time
So all he need is love to keep his heart in line
But dat's when she said, "Lord I feel the pain"
And she'll never fall in love again
You have some gal ah, come 'pon man premises
And ah, fling up the ting that's between di knees
And ah, full up man head with false promises
Oh, dutty bungle please, couldn't want to run that
So fast wid ease been there dun that my main
Squeeze is natural, simply natural
Could you be so kind then show me a sign
I've been searching and it's so hard to find
Decent values with a decent wine
Decent jubee running it down the line
Maybe it's my mind, maybe I'm blind
Maybe it's the way that I've been spending my time
I'm still searching for a fine peace of mind
Decent jubee running it down the line
A little child has grown and he's got love on his mind
But what he'll never know a virtuous woman is hard to find
'Cause that's when she said she's feeling pain
It seems they have fallen in love again
That's when she said, "Lord I feel the pain"
And now they're standing in love again
So tell me ah, when price tag gone pon annany
Gal ah, love man for Benz and Ferrari
Little one eyed brethren weh name Omari
Couldn't get no loving since him start sell stary
Some girl in the twinkling of an eye
Dem ah ready fi come pull down mi Karl Kani
Oh, come on now tell me how can I
Love ah, one dat really don't deserve me?
No Sé
Amo la voz de Damian, especialmente la entonación de este tema... qué grande!
kydd1karma
THIS SONG CANT DIE
john doe
still not dead
BluntCheiffa
@john doestill not dead 🙏
rodan napier
Never.
Daymara MSalomón
Nov..9.23 😂 Still searching it
NIGHT704
Still one of my favorite reggae songs ever made to this day 💯💯💯
Ryan Chiquete
This song's badass and I love it. The Marley's are musically gifted. No surprise since Bob Marley's the greatest to ever perform and make music.
Riya
Do you still listen to it?
Sasha Lee
This is my favourite song from him. It's pure gold.