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Tenor Saw & Buju Banton Lyrics


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Hey, ring the alarm, hey, woh-oh
Ring the alarm, another sound is dying, woh-oh, hey
Ring the alarm, another sound is dying, woh-oh, hey

Some sound, sound like a big drum pan
Listen this sound it a champion
Ram the dance inna any session
Rock up the woman and we rock up the man

Ring the alarm, another sound is dying, woh-oh, hey
Ring the alarm, another sound is dying, woh-oh, hey

Tee ta toe we beat them all in a row
Donkey want water but you hol' him Joe
Tee ta toe we beat them all in a row
Dark horse more water but, hol' him Joe

Ring the alarm, another sound is dying, woh-oh, hey
Ring the alarm, another sound is dying, woh-oh, hey

Four big sound inna one big lawn
The don sound a play the other three keep calm
Four big sound inna one big lawn
De boom sound a play the other three keep calm

Ring the alarm, another sound is dying, woh-oh, hey

Remember this sound it the talk of the town
Talk of the country, hey
Rock Mr. Charlie, rock Ms. Munchy
Talk of the country, so

Ring the alarm, another sound is dying, I know, I know
Ring the alarm, another sound is suffering, woh-oh, hey

Watch the sound man a tremble
Watch the sound man a pray
Watch the sound man a tremble
Watch the sound man a pray

Ring the alarm, another sound is dying, I know, I know
Ring the alarm, another sound is suffering, woh-oh, hey

Little a this and a little a that
Rock sister Carmen, we rock sister Pat
Rock the white and we rock up the black
Sweet reggae music gone 'pon the attack yes
'Pon the attack, it gone 'pon the attack
Sweet reggae music gone straight non-stop

Ring the alarm, another sound is dying, woh-oh, hey
Ring the alarm, another sound is suffering, woh-oh, hey

Some sound sound like a big drum pan
Listen this sound it a champion
Ram the dance inna any session
Rock the woman and we groove up the man

Ring the alarm, another sound is suffering, woh-oh, hey
Ring the alarm, another sound is dying, woh-oh, hey

Beat them here and we beat them there
We beat them all over this atmosphere




Champion sound we just don't care
Kill all pan sound anywhere

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Ring the Alarm Quick" by Tenor Saw and Buju Banton speak about championing reggae music and expressing a warning to other sounds or genres of music that may seek to overtake it. The song is an expression of the power of reggae music, and how it can evoke emotions and a sense of community amongst people. The lyrics show the pride in the music being played, with references to sounds that are "champions" and "big drum pans," implying that reggae music is superior to other forms of music. It is a call to action to play reggae music loudly and proudly, wherever and whenever it is needed.


The lyrics also speak to the inclusivity and community that reggae music creates. The lines "Rock up the woman and we rock up the man" and "Rock sister Carmen, we rock sister Pat, rock the white and we rock up the black" emphasize the diversity of the reggae music community, and how it brings people from all walks of life together. The song portrays the emotional power of reggae music and its ability to create unity, even in times of trouble.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey, ring the alarm, hey, woh-oh
Asks to sound an alarm urgently, possibly to announce something dangerous or unexpected.


Ring the alarm, another sound is dying, woh-oh, hey
The sound of another music performance is diminishing, possibly due to competition or comparison.


Some sound, sound like a big drum pan
The sound of the music is reminiscent of the noise and rhythm of a large drum or steel pan instrument.


Listen this sound it a champion
The sound is excellent, impressive, or unbeatable, probably indicating the performer's skill.


Ram the dance inna any session
The music is so good that it invigorates and electrifies any dance floor or party it is played at.


Rock up the woman and we rock up the man
The music is so appealing that it makes everyone, regardless of gender, move to its beat and groove.


Tee ta toe we beat them all in a row
The performers are confident that they can outperform and surpass any other competition, one after the other, like a game of tic-tac-toe.


Donkey want water but you hol' him Joe
Like a stubborn donkey, a performer may think they know what they want, but someone else, such as Joe, may have the expertise or solution to help them succeed.


Four big sound inna one big lawn
Several music performers are playing at the same venue or event, creating a crowded and intense atmosphere.


The don sound a play the other three keep calm
One particular performer, the 'don sound', is receiving special attention and respect from the other performers or audience members.


Remember this sound it the talk of the town
The music is popular and widely discussed among the local community, raising its reputation and status.


Rock Mr. Charlie, rock Ms. Munchy, talk of the country, so
The music has a broad audience, including both men and women, and is making waves across the entire country's music scene.


Watch the sound man a tremble, watch the sound man a pray
The person responsible for handling the music equipment or sound production is nervous or anxious and is hoping for the best possible outcome.


Little a this and a little a that, rock sister Carmen, we rock sister Pat
The music is versatile and incorporates various elements, possibly including different instruments, rhythms, or vocal styles. The performers also encourage everyone to dance, regardless of their name or status.


Rock the white and we rock up the black, sweet reggae music gone 'pon the attack yes
The music transcends racial barriers and mixes various cultures, producing an energetic and aggressive sound.


'Pon the attack, it gone 'pon the attack, sweet reggae music gone straight non-stop
The music has an unstoppable momentum and energy, driving the performers and audience alike to dance and enjoy themselves.


Beat them here and we beat them there, we beat them all over this atmosphere
The performers are confident in their abilities and claim to have outperformed their competition not only locally but also universally, in every possible scenario.


Champion sound we just don't care, kill all pan sound anywhere
The music is the best of the best, and the performers don't mind putting their reputation on the line to prove it. They will take on any opponents and defeat them with ease.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID JONES, WINSTON RILEY, CARL BRIGHT

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