Follow Your Light
The Banyans Lyrics
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This come in to you for the dem
Jhonny Osbourne on the long say
The Banyans.
This one, like come
On this,
Light and shine.
They created on illusary run run.
In dis worship of pride.
Man is getting rich with bribes.
Oh rage rises in me.
To see that this world a go crazy.
I try to keep in my mind what said.
The old wise natty dread.
Fallow fallow your light and shine.
(Fallow your light and shine).
Let grow (let grow) let grow your bright side.
(Let grow your bright side, bright now).
Fallow fallow your light and shine.
(Fallow your light and shine).
Let grow (let grow) let grow your bright side.
Let grow bright now.
(Johnny Osbourne).
So don't you worry my children.
The words of the prophecy is clear.
Even in the depth of the darkness.
Jah light of the world is always there.
Now his prophecies come to fulfilment.
So it must be that the end is oh so near.
So I am saying to you.
Fallow fallow your light and shine.
(Fallow your light and shine).
Let grow (let grow) let grow your bright side.
(Let grow your bright and side, bright now).
Fallow fallow your light and shine.
(Fallow your light and shine).
Let grow (let grow) let grow your bright side.
Let grow bright now.
For so long too long mothers cry trying to pass the worst.
Some a dem say you are the best, (are the best).
Some a dem say you haffi test (haffi the test).
Some a dem say you a go sick.
Some a dem say you are a freak freak.
Mi see the signs is on the last days.
Mi say you better change your bad ways.
And tell the youth that badness no pay.
You better pray for lenght of days.
Mi say.
Fallow falllow your light and shine.
(Fallow your light and shine).
Let grow (let grow) let grow your bride side.
Fallow (fallow) your light and shine.
That is a dance you can do now.
Let grow (let grow) let grow your bride side.
Because a love is so truth.
(Fallow your light and shine).
The fallow.
(Fallow your light and shine).
The Banyans's song, Follow Your Light, is a call to everyone to stay true to their inner light and to let it shine through despite the difficulties and darkness that can surround us. The lyrics are a plea for people to live in a way that is guided by love, wisdom, and the natural goodness within all of us. The song is a combination of several voices, including Johnny Osbourne, who brings a touch of classic reggae to the track.
The opening lyrics speak to the corruption and darkness that exists in the world in which we live. The song mentions the "illustrious run" and how it is built on "money, drugs, and guns," alluding to the greed and violence of our society. In the following lines, the song calls upon the innate goodness in humanity to rise above this darkness and live true to oneself. The lyrics "Fallow fallow your light and shine/ Let grow (let grow) let grow your bright side" is an appeal to people to remain authentic and uninfluenced by the negativity around us.
Later on in the song, Johnny Osbourne lends his voice to remind the listener that despite the darkness of the world, there is always hope. He calls on the listener to trust in the prophecy that promises a brighter future, even if it seems bleak now. He urges listeners to change their ways and to work towards spreading love and goodness, rather than perpetuating the negativity that exists in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
This one.
The Banyans are presenting a new song.
This come in to you for the dem
They are delivering this song to the people.
Jhonny Osbourne on the long say
Johnny Osbourne is introducing the message of the song.
The Banyans.
The band is identified again.
This one, like come
This song is a message for all to hear.
On this,
On this track of music.
Light and shine.
The message is about spreading light and positivity.
They created on illusary run run.
People are caught up in an illusionary pursuit of wealth and success.
They gave money druds and guns.
Money, drugs, and guns are being promoted instead of positivity.
In dis worship of pride.
This misguided pursuit of wealth is driven by pride.
Man is getting rich with bribes.
Corruption and bribes are being used to acquire wealth.
Oh rage rises in me.
The singer feels rage at the state of the world.
To see that this world a go crazy.
The world is spiraling out of control.
I try to keep in my mind what said.
The singer remembers the wise words of a naty dread.
The old wise natty dread.
The old wise dreadlock Rastafarian.
Fallow fallow your light and shine.
The message of the song: follow your inner light and spread positivity.
(Fallow your light and shine).
Reinforcement of the song's message.
Let grow (let grow) let grow your bright side.
Grow your positive energy and let it radiate.
(Let grow your bright side, bright now).
Emphasis on taking action now to let positivity grow.
For so long too long mothers cry trying to pass the worst.
Mothers have been suffering for too long trying to protect their families from negative influences.
Some a dem say you are the best, (are the best).
Some may say that negative actions and behaviors are the best way to succeed.
Some a dem say you haffi test (haffi the test).
Others say that negativity must be tested and tried to truly succeed in life.
Some a dem say you a go sick.
The consequences of negative actions will eventually make one ill.
Some a dem say you are a freak freak.
Negativity is seen as abnormal and strange by some.
Mi see the signs is on the last days.
The singer sees signs that the end is near.
Mi say you better change your bad ways.
The singer advises listeners to change their negative ways.
And tell the youth that badness no pay.
Youth need to understand that negative actions have negative consequences.
You better pray for lenght of days.
Positive actions lead to a longer and healthier life.
(Fallow your light and shine).
Reinforcement of the song's message.
Let grow (let grow) let grow your bride side.
Grow your positive energy and let it radiate.
That is a dance you can do now.
Spreading positivity is something that can be done immediately.
Let grow (let grow) let grow your bride side.
Encouraging listeners to continue growing their positive energy.
Because a love is so truth.
Love is the most powerful and truthful emotion.
(Fallow your light and shine).
Reinforcement of the song's message.
The fallow.
Reinforcement or repetition of the message.
(Fallow your light and shine).
Reinforcement of the song's message.
Contributed by Cole T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.