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
Rainbow Country
The Melody Makers Lyrics
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Rainbow country, rainbow country
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Hey lovely people you sure look good to me
I won't abuse you, what to be got to be
Feel like dancing, a feel like jumping
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Na nan-na na nan-na na
Na nan-na na nan-na na
Through the road is rocky it sure feels good to me
Yes if I'm lucky together we'll always be
The zion is a...., the zion is arising
The zion is arising, the zion is arising
The zion is arising, the zion is arising
The zion is arising, the zion is arising
The zion is arising
Hey Mr. Music you sure feel good to me
I can't refuse it, what to be have to be
Hey Mr. Music, you sure feel good to me
Hey I'll never refuse it, love, love it badly
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Na nan-na na nan-na na
Na nan-na na nan-na na
We got our home, where? The promised land
Feel like home, can you overstand
We got our home, the promise land
Feel like home, you ----
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Rainbow country, rainbow country
The Melody Makers’ song 'Rainbow Country' is a celebratory tune dedicated to the birthplace of reggae, Jamaica. The song speaks to the beauty of the country, as well as the challenges it has faced. The song emphasizes a love of the people of Rainbow Country, indicating that the singer “won’t abuse” them in any way. The lyrics suggest that music is a way of uniting and expressing one’s joy and passion. The chorus repeats “Rainbow Country,” emphasizing the name of the land, as if to say that this is not just any country, but a place of beauty, resilience, and diversity.
The mention of “Zion” in the song may refer to the idea of the promised land, a place of freedom and salvation. The song acknowledges that the road may be rocky, but the singer feels empowered and encouraged by the beautiful and diverse people of Jamaica. The final verses of the song suggest that the “promised land” may be in Jamaica itself, as the singer speaks of feeling at home in his country. Overall, 'Rainbow Country' is a song of gratitude and praise for Jamaica, its beautiful people, and its resilience through adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Reinforcing that this song is about the beauty and unity of diverse cultures in this world.
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Reinforcing that this song is about the beauty and unity of diverse cultures in this world.
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Reinforcing that this song is about the beauty and unity of diverse cultures in this world.
Hey lovely people you sure look good to me
The singer expresses admiration for the people, regardless of their race or culture.
I won't abuse you, what to be got to be
The singer will not make use of anyone as everyone should be respected.
A feel like dancing, feel like jumping
Expressing the joy and happiness the singer gets when surrounded by people with different backgrounds.
Feel like dancing, a feel like jumping
Expressing the joy and happiness the singer gets when surrounded by people with different backgrounds.
Through the road is rocky it sure feels good to me
The journey of life may be challenging, but having different people around makes it worth it.
Yes if I'm lucky together we'll always be
If the singer is fortunate, people from all backgrounds can come together and create a better world.
The zion is a...., the zion is arising
Zion is a symbol of peace and unity. The song expresses hope for a world where everyone can live in peace and unity.
The zion is arising, the zion is arising
Zion is a symbol of peace and unity. The song expresses hope for a world where everyone can live in peace and unity.
The zion is arising, the zion is arising
Zion is a symbol of peace and unity. The song expresses hope for a world where everyone can live in peace and unity.
The zion is arising, the zion is arising
Zion is a symbol of peace and unity. The song expresses hope for a world where everyone can live in peace and unity.
The zion is arising
Zion is a symbol of peace and unity. The song expresses hope for a world where everyone can live in peace and unity.
Hey Mr. Music you sure feel good to me
The singer expresses the joy and happiness that music brings.
I can't refuse it, what to be have to be
The singer acknowledges that music is an integral part of life and cannot be ignored.
Hey Mr. Music, you sure feel good to me
The singer expresses the joy and happiness that music brings.
Hey I'll never refuse it, love, love it badly
The singer loves music deeply and will never give up on it.
We got our home, where? The promised land
The song speaks of a land where everyone can live in unity and peace.
Feel like home, can you overstand
The singer wants people to understand how important it is to have a place where everyone can feel at home.
We got our home, the promise land
The song speaks of a land where everyone can live in unity and peace.
Feel like home, you ----
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Rainbow country, rainbow country
Reinforcing that this song is about the beauty and unity of diverse cultures in this world.
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Reinforcing that this song is about the beauty and unity of diverse cultures in this world.
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Reinforcing that this song is about the beauty and unity of diverse cultures in this world.
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Reinforcing that this song is about the beauty and unity of diverse cultures in this world.
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Reinforcing that this song is about the beauty and unity of diverse cultures in this world.
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Reinforcing that this song is about the beauty and unity of diverse cultures in this world.
Rainbow country, rainbow country
Reinforcing that this song is about the beauty and unity of diverse cultures in this world.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, O/B/O CAPASSO, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Bob Marley
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@DaveG707
Steve’s voice was already where its at today even back in the early 90’s
@siakelley2345
Classic
@AngelStarDust1212
i met ziggy & stephen and they were very very kind, big smiles and when i went to jamaica ppl were the same, very kind , i love them , and was honored to be able to go in and pay my respects to bob, very nice family.
@MORCHEEBA77
i met ziggy outside a club in vancouver,really liked his music,but said hello to him and was completely ignored..dat hurt.
@azert1989
i can't never do like his father a legend of reggae music clearly
@123nondi123
I woke up this morning with song playing in my head so Ima takin it in on the tube!! My daughter had a gift for me and I had one for her, turned out she had bought this CD for me and I had bought it fot her!! WOW!! She grew on Reggae!!! Jah Bless!! Love Rainbow Country!!
@angeloflight8714
It's been 10 years
@Darth77Pimp
Zion is a beautiful place
@converse3670
Home this FEELS..😙
@1jakejakester
I love em both lol hard to decide depends on the mood but this is da jam