Ring the Alarm
Tenor Saw Feat. Buju Banton Lyrics
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R-r-r-r-rring!
Hey, ring de alarm!
Hey, whoah! Ring de alarm!
And not a sound is dying whoah!
Hey, ring de alarm!
And not a sound is dying whoah!
Some sound sound like a big drum pan
Listen de sound it a champion
Ram the dance Inna any session
Rock up the woman and rock up the man
Ring me alarm and not a sound is dying whoah!
Hey, ring de alarm!
And not a sound is dying whoah!
Hey,
Tee tar toe, we beat'em all in a row
Donkey waan water but dem hol' Im trough
Tee tar toe we beat'em all in a row
Dark has waan water but, hol' im trough
Ring me alarm
Four big sound Inna one big land
The don sound a play de other three team come
Four big sound Inna one big land
De boom sound a play de other three team gone
Ring me alarm
Remember this sound it de talk of the down
Talk of the country, hey
Rock mr. Charlie, rock ms Munchy
Talk of the country, so
Ring me alarm and not a sound is dying
I know, I know
Ring me alarm and not a sound is suffering
Whoah! Hey
Watch de sound man a-tremble
Watch de sound man a-pray
Watch de sound man a-tremble
Watch de sound man a-pray
Ring me alarm and not a sound is dying
I know, I know
Ring me alarm and not a sound is suffering
Whoah! Hey
Little of this and little of that
Rock sister Carmen, rock mr. Rat
Rock the white and rock up the black
Sweet reggae music gaan pan de attack yes a
Pan de attack it gaan pan de attack
Sweet reggae music gaan straight non-stop
Ring me alarm and not a sound is dying
Whoah! Hey
Ring me alarm and not a sound is suffering
Whoah! Hey
Some sounds sound like a big drum pan
Listen de sound it a champion
Ram de dance Inna any session
Rank the woman and groove up the man
Ring me alarm and not a sound is suffering
Whoah! Hey
Ring me alarm and not a sound is dying
Whoah! Hey
Beat 'em there an' we beat 'em there
We beat 'em all over dis athmosphere
Champion sound, we jus' don' care
The lyrics of "Ring the Alarm Quick" by Tenor Saw feat. Buju Banton are calling for attention to the impressive sound being produced by the deejays. The ringing that is repeated throughout the track signifies the importance of alertness to the amazing music that is being made. The song is a celebration of reggae music and sound systems, which the lyrics attribute to being a champion. The lyrics are a call to action for people to listen to the sound, rock up, dance, and enjoy the music.
The song is a tribute to sound system culture and is a popular song in the dancehall genre. It has gained notoriety for its powerful lyrics and for being a staple in the sound system scene. There are a few interpretations of the lyrics, but the general theme is that the sound quality of the music is so impressive that it deserves the attention of everyone in the vicinity.
Overall, “Ring the Alarm Quick” is not just a great song but an anthem for sound system culture. Its powerful and vibrant lyrics have become symbolic of the culture, resonating with fans of sound system music across the globe.
Line by Line Meaning
R-r-r-r-rring!
The alarm is ringing loudly!
Hey, ring de alarm!
Someone please take action or warn others of danger!
Hey, whoah! Ring de alarm!
Act quickly and urgently!
And not a sound is dying whoah!
There is complete silence!
Some sound sound like a big drum pan
Some music sounds like a large drum!
Listen de sound it a champion
Listen to the sound, it is excellent!
Ram the dance Inna any session
Dance energetically at any party!
Rock up the woman and rock up the man
Have fun, dance and enjoy yourself regardless of gender!
Tee tar toe, we beat'em all in a row
We consistently win every time we play!
Donkey waan water but dem hol' Im trough
Someone wants water but they must wait!
Dark has waan water but, hol' im trough
Another person also wants water but must wait!
Four big sound Inna one big land
Four different types of music in one place!
The don sound a play de other three team come
The bass sound is so impressive that other DJs have to compete!
Remember this sound it de talk of the down
This music is the talk of the town!
Rock mr. Charlie, rock ms Munchy
Dance the night away with everyone, regardless of name or status!
Watch de sound man a-tremble
The DJ is nervous but trying to maintain his composure!
Watch de sound man a-pray
The DJ is praying he doesn't mess up!
Little of this and little of that
A mixture of different sounds!
Rock sister Carmen, rock mr. Rat
Dance with everyone and anyone!
Sweet reggae music gaan pan de attack yes a
Reggae music is taking over the party!
Pan de attack it gaan pan de attack
The music and dancing is intense and non-stop!
Sweet reggae music gaan straight non-stop
Reggae music is playing continuously!
Rank the woman and groove up the man
Take control of the party and make everyone dance!
Beat 'em there an' we beat 'em there
We win wherever we go!
We beat 'em all over dis athmosphere
We are unbeatable anywhere we play music!
Champion sound, we jus' don' care
Our music is the best and we are proud of it!
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: H JONES
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