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Mighty Diamonds are a Jamaican trio who had major success during the 70's at the 'Channel One' studio and record label at Maxfield Avenue, Jamaica.
Despite their heyday at Channel One, the trio continued to produce sublime work in later years, notably for 'Gussie Clarke' with the classic 'Pass The Kouchie' which rode an updated cut of an old Studio One instrumental called 'Full Up'. The tune was also covered by the English group 'Musical Youth' but was known as 'Pass The Dutchie'.
Jah Jah Bless The Dreadlocks
The Mighty Diamonds Lyrics
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You should be thankful, fi Jah Jah love so true
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, who choose, do his works
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, who praise his name
You should be grateful, fi wah Jah done for you
All he ask, is all that he can give
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, inna Babylon
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, who understand
No man, can do, no more than his time
(Jah Jah dreadlocks) Dress as a dreadlocks,
And just play it, ooh.
We got to forward to a land, where we all belong
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, in this time
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, inna Babylon
Yeah, no man, can do, no more than his time
(Jah Jah dreadlocks) Dress as a dreadlocks,
And just play it, ooh.
We got to go a land, where milk and honey flow
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, in this time, yeah
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, who realize
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, yeah.
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, yeah.
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, oh yeah.
The Mighty Diamonds's song "Jah Jah Bless the Dreadlocks" is a reggae song with spiritual and social commentary about being grateful for Jah's love and blessings, and for those who choose to do his works and praise his name. The song speaks to Rastafarian beliefs and praises the followers of the movement who wear dreadlocks and understand the ways of Babylon.
The opening lyrics remind the listener of the importance of recognizing Jah's love and blessings and being grateful for them. The chorus praises the dreadlocks who choose to do his works and understand the ways of Babylon, emphasizing the importance of living in alignment with Rastafarian beliefs. The lyrics also touch on the idea of time being limited, and the importance of living in the present moment and doing good in the world.
Overall, "Jah Jah Bless the Dreadlocks" is a song that celebrates those who choose to live in accordance with Rastafarian beliefs and emphasizes the importance of gratitude, love, and doing good in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
You should be grateful, fi wah Jah done for you
One should be thankful for what Jah has done for them
You should be thankful, fi Jah Jah love so true
Expressing gratitude for Jah's unconditional love
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, who choose, do his works
May Jah bless those who choose to do his work and follow his teachings
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, who praise his name
May Jah bless those who praise his name and honor him
All he ask, is all that he can give
Jah asks for nothing more than what he can provide
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, inna Babylon
May Jah bless the dreadlocks who are living in Babylon and still carry his message
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, who understand
May Jah bless those dreadlocks who can comprehend his teachings and follow them
No man, can do, no more than his time
One can only do what their time permits
(Jah Jah dreadlocks) Dress as a dreadlocks, And just play it, ooh.
Embrace the dreadlock lifestyle and its culture
We got to forward to a land, where we all belong
Believing in Jah and his divine plan for humanity
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, in this time
May Jah bless the dreadlocks in the present time
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, inna Babylon
May Jah bless the dreadlocks in Babylon who keep his message alive
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, who realize
May Jah bless those dreadlocks who realize the importance of his teachings
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, yeah.
Repeating the wish for Jah's blessings on the dreadlocks
Jah Jah bless the dreadlocks, oh yeah.
Repeating the wish for Jah's blessings on the dreadlocks
Writer(s): Fitzroy Ogilvie Simpson, Donald Shaw, Lloyd Ferguson
Contributed by Caden K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@BambuSouljaBlessUP
RIP TABBY !!! His spirit his love his music is ETERNAL !
@tonyogbata2022
"... No man can do no more than his time"
Yes Tabby! Rest in perfect peace...
@tintomara6209
Bunny Lee R.I.P
@JuniorRecordsDJ
Rest in Peace Donald Shaw