1. The Gladiators are a Jamaican roots reggae band, most popular during the… Read Full Bio ↴1. The Gladiators are a Jamaican roots reggae band, most popular during the 1970s. The core was Albert Griffiths (guitarist and singer), Clinton Fearon (bassist and singer) and Gallimore Sutherland rhythm guitar and singer. The two most famous albums are Trenchtown Mix Up (1976) and Proverbial Reggae (1978) with songs as "Hearsay", "Jah Works", "Dreadlocks the Time is Now". "Mix Up", "Music Makers from Jamaica", and "Soul Rebel" – a song written by The Wailers.

Formed
1967, Kingston, Jamaica
Members
Albert Griffiths, Errol Grandison (1967-73), David Webber (1967-69), Clinton Fearon (1969-87), Gallimore Sutherland (died in January 2017)

2. Gladiators is progressive metalcore band from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA. Lancaster is a cultural hub located amongst five major U.S. cities known for bringing audiences together in the vibrant music scene exclusive to the region. GLADIATORS work tirelessly to set themselves apart and establish a new frontier in the genre of metal. They bring a fresh perspective and direction to a scene that has developed a specific sound.

Members
Michael Hart (vocals), Josh Krantz (guitar), Caleb Stoltzfus (drums), Bernard Stabley (bass)

Exodus
The Gladiators Lyrics

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Open your eyes and let me tell you this
Men and people will fight ya down when ya see Jah light
But let me tell you, if you're not wrong ev'rything is alright
So we gonna walk through the roads of creation
We are the generation, trad through great tribulation
Africa, oh right, the country of Jah people
Africa, well well, the country of Jah people

Open your eyes and look within
Are you satisfied with the life you're living?
We know where we are going; we know where we are from
We're leaving Babylon, we're going to our father's land, let me tell you

Africa, well well, the country of Jah people, yeah
Africa, well well, the country of Jah people

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Gladiators' song "Exodus" are steeped in religious and cultural symbolism, inviting listeners to connect with the spiritual message the band seeks to convey. The song urges listeners to recognize the power of Jah, or God, in their lives and to persevere through the struggles and opposition they may face as they walk on the path of righteousness. The opening line - "Open your eyes and let me tell you this" - is a call to action to awaken from spiritual slumber and to pay attention to the message of salvation that the band is imparting.

As the song progresses, the lyrics use vivid imagery to convey a sense of journey and transformation. The "roads of creation" represent the many twists and turns on the path to spiritual enlightenment, while "great tribulation" represents the challenges and opposition that one may face. Despite these difficulties, the band encourages listeners to take heart in the fact that they are part of a larger "generation" of believers who are united in their quest for a better world. The chorus, with its repeated refrain of "Africa, well well, the country of Jah people" reinforces the idea that there is a particular geographic and cultural space in which this spiritual awakening takes place.

Line by Line Meaning

Open your eyes and let me tell you this
Pay attention and listen closely to what I'm about to say

Men and people will fight ya down when ya see Jah light
Many will oppose you when you embrace the truth and light of Jah (God)

But let me tell you, if you're not wrong ev'rything is alright
As long as you are doing what is right, everything will be okay

So we gonna walk through the roads of creation
We will journey through the paths of life and existence

We are the generation, trad through great tribulation
We are the people who have faced and overcome great difficulties and hardships

Africa, oh right, the country of Jah people
Africa is the land of God's people

Africa, well well, the country of Jah people
Africa is truly the land of God's people

Open your eyes and look within
Take a deep introspective look into your own soul

Are you satisfied with the life you're living?
Are you content with the way you are living your life?

We know where we are going; we know where we are from
We have a clear understanding of our destination and our origins

We're leaving Babylon, we're going to our father's land, let me tell you
We are breaking free from society's oppressive forces and returning to our spiritual home

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