Heavy words like heritage and legacy are often used when the subject is The Melody Makers. As Bob Marley's children, the band will always be associated with their father's towering presence as both a musician and cultural icon. And this is how it should be. To resist this association would be to deny the musical and spiritual blessings and heritage that have flowed from Bob to his children in what has truly been an extraordinary natural progression.
The Melody Makers are building upon the foundation I and I father started. They have forged a sound all their own, incorporating international contemporary musical forms without losing an essential roots reggae sensibility. As Ziggy has said, "Bob stuff is unique. Melody stuff is unique." Since their debut as young teenagers until their present incarnation as a seasoned and highly professional band there has been one constant: great songs. From "Tomorrow People" and "Tumblin' Down" to "Everyone Wants to Be", the hits keep coming from what is still a relatively young group of musicians. After eight acclaimed albums, two Grammy awards and sold-out concerts before tens of thousands, the Marley magic continues to spread.
Perhaps it is because this is message-music. Ziggy and his siblings live in a different time from their father, and this reality is reflected in their work. Without preaching or proselytizing, the Melody Makers sing about the world as they see it and as it could be. They sing about African peoples and their history, but the music doesn't carry a message of exclusion or retribution. And as they comment on the human struggle and problems and tribulations that face us all, the Melody Makers never lose sight of the fact that music is a celebration.
Words like optimism and positivity are often used - and used correctly - when people describe their music. The Melody Makers' gift has been to inspire and uplift in a conscious party that, as fans, we hope will carry on well into the next millenium. Catch phrases like "one love" and "one world" seem less like fantasy and more like possibility when the Melody Makers are in town.
Ziggy sums it up like this: "The revolution is still alive and the youth, them have to know that."
Albums:
* Play the Game Right (1985)
* Children Playing (1986) (unreleased)
* Hey World! (1986)
* Time Has Come: The Best of Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers (1988)
* Conscious Party (1988)
* One Bright Day (1989)
* Jahmekya (1991)
* Joy and Blues (1993)
* Free Like We Want 2 B (1995)
* The Best of (1988 - 1993) (1997)
* Fallen Is Babylon (1997)
* Spirit of Music (1999)
* Live Vol. 1 (2000)
The Melody Makers website
Brothers & Sisters
The Melody Makers Lyrics
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You are your father's child
Sometimes we act as if we hate each other
A different faith, different state of mind
That don't mean we all can't be satisfied
We are all brothers and sisters
We are all brothers and sisters
Some are black and brown
Others white and light
That's all the difference I can remember
A different face, a different kind of smile
That's what we see
But this we must realize
We are all brothers and sisters
We are all brothers and sisters
Earth is my mother, there is no other
So for you, so for all of I
Don't look me with a scorn
In time mankind was born
So for you, so for all of I
Love must live, hate must die
Don't draw no line, don't you be so blind
We are all brothers and sisters
We are all brothers and sisters
I am no stranger in your town
Rasta seed is all around
So when you are looking at me
Don't think I am your enemy
I am my father's son
You are your mama's child
Sometimes we act as if we hate each other
A different faith, a different state of mind
That don't mean we all can't be satisfied
Brothers and sisters we are all
Brothers and sisters all and all
Brothers and sisters we are all
Brothers and sisters all and all
Brothers and sisters
Brothers and sisters we are all
Brothers and sisters
Brothers and sisters we are all
The lyrics to The Melody Makers' song "Brothers & Sisters" is a poignant call for unity and acceptance among us as human beings. The song references the fact that we come from different backgrounds, with different faiths, ethnicities, and states of mind, yet we are all still interconnected, with a shared humanity. The song speaks to the need for love to prevail over hate, and that we should not draw any lines or stereotypes between ourselves. The song approaches the idea of global unity in a simplistic yet powerful way, with the repeated emphasis that we are all brothers and sisters.
The opening line, "I am my mama's son, you are your father's child", alludes to the fact that we are all individuals and come from different family backgrounds. However, the lyrics drive home the point that no one should be looked upon with scorn or seen as an enemy. The repeated "brothers and sisters we are all" serves as a chant of unity, which emphasizes the universal human connection.
Line by Line Meaning
I am my mama's son
I am defined by my connection to my mother
You are your father's child
You are defined by your connection to your father
Sometimes we act as if we hate each other
Despite being family, we occasionally treat each other with hostility
A different faith, different state of mind
We have differing beliefs and perspectives
That don't mean we all can't be satisfied
Our differences don't have to prevent us from being content
We are all brothers and sisters
We share a familial bond regardless of our differences
Some are black and brown
Some of us have darker skin tones
Others white and light
Others have lighter skin tones
That's all the difference I can remember
Skin color is the only difference I recall
A different face, a different kind of smile
We have unique appearances and expressions
That's what we see
Our perception is limited to superficial qualities
But this we must realize
It is crucial that we understand
Earth is my mother, there is no other
We all share a connection to the planet we inhabit
So for you, so for all of I
This applies to you and everyone else as well
Don't look me with a scorn
Please don't view me with contempt
In time mankind was born
We are all human and were brought into existence through the passage of time
Love must live, hate must die
We should prioritize love and compassion over hostility and animosity
Don't draw no line, don't you be so blind
We mustn't create divisions and should have open minds
I am no stranger in your town
We should view each other as members of the same community
Rasta seed is all around
The Rastafarian philosophy is present in all of us
So when you are looking at me
Please consider this when you interact with me
Don't think I am your enemy
I am not your adversary
Brothers and sisters we are all
We must remember that we are all members of the same family
Brothers and sisters all and all
This is true for all of us
Brothers and sisters
Let us recognize and respect our familial ties
Brothers and sisters we are all
We cannot forget our shared connection
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: DAVID MARLEY, ZIGGY MARLEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@tinachambers1376
Jamaica ๐ฏ๐ฒ to the world
@GUEST-em7zd
This should be an international anthem that everyone listens to dailyโฆโฆ.it will change their mindset on how they treat othersโฆโฆ.โค๏ธ
@shavonswealthcreationfarm
We grew up together out in 9 miles bull Bay in the 90s
@godsorganiclove
๐คฒ๐ฝ๐๐ค๐พ. โLove must live, hate must dieโโฆโค
@irvingdanielmanriquegarcia4075
Love Is my Religion ๐
universal union ๐
@hannahoron9740
Boy! This takes me back! I had forgotten about this song, though I once owned the CD. Actually, I still think it is a great song. Thanks for posting. Jah Bless!!!
@nadinebeckford3340
Ironically this song depicts his own brother and sisters. Kudos to Bob Marley for his multiple affairs.
@dudefrombelgium
Ziggy truly has such a positive and harmless style about him, it just makes me happy.
@johonybrawo7434
Peace my Brothers and Sisters! Send my Love from Poland!
@shavonswealthcreationfarm
The great beach rd Bull bay I'm telling you i remember those days jah no bring back so much memory we used to play football round in the scheme i feel like crying