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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'.
The Same Knife
The Mighty Diamonds Lyrics
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And it will cut you down to the ground
Unhm, you've got to beware
Same knife that skinned the sheep
Same knife will kill the wolf
Same knife that killed the wolf
Same knife will cut your throat
Don't lay your life on the line, uuh uuh
For there's no time for crying
Every hand filled game play twice, oh yeah, oh yes
Every hand filled game play twice
Same knife that skinned the sheep
Same knife will kill the wolf
Same knife that killed the wolf
Same knife will cut your throat
Honour the Lord with thy substance, yeah
With the first fruit of thy heart
So shall thy burden be lifted, oh yeah, oh yeah
Who Jah Jah loveth, he correcteth
Look into yourself mankind, uuhn uuhn
Don't put your life on the line, uuhn uuhn
For there's no time for crying
Every hand filled game play twice, oh yeah, oh yes
Every hand filled game play twice
Same knife that skinned the sheep
Same knife will kill the wolf
Same knife that killed the wolf
Same knife will cut your throat
Honour the Lord with thy substance
With the first fruit of thy heart
So shall thy burden be lifted, oh yeah, oh yeah
Who Jah Jah loveth, he correcteth
Who Jah Jah loveth, he correcteth
Same knife that skinned the sheep
Same knife will kill the wolf
Same knife that killed the wolf
Same knife will cut your throat
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Same knife that skinned the sheep
Same knife will kill the wolf
Same knife that killed the wolf
Same knife will cut your throat
---INSTRUMENTAL---
Same knife that skinned the sheep
Same knife will kill the wolf
Same knife that killed the wolf
Same knife will cut your throat
---INSTRUMENTAL---
Who Jah Jah loveth, he correcteth
Who Jah Jah loveth, he correcteth
Same knife that skinned the sheep
Same knife will kill the wolf
Same knife that killed the wolf
Same knife will cut your throat
Same knife that skinned the sheep
Same knife will kill the wolf
Same knife that killed the wolf
Same knife will cut your throat
Same knife that skinned the sheep
The Mighty Diamonds's "The Same Knife" is a song that warns about the consequences of one's actions. The recurring image of the knife serves as a symbol of the inevitability of justice and karma. The lyrics suggest that the same knife that was used to harm others will eventually harm the person who wielded it. The warning to "look into yourself" and not to "lay your life on the line" suggests that one's actions have consequences and that it is important to be mindful of how one treats others.
The mention of Jah Jah (another name for God) towards the end of the song suggests that the message is rooted in Rastafarianism, a spiritual movement that emerged in Jamaica in the 1930s. The emphasis on honoring the Lord with one's substance and the first fruit of one's heart suggests an idea similar to tithing, the practice of giving a portion of one's income to a religious organization or a person in need.
The instrumental breaks in the song give the listener time to reflect on the message of the song and the power of its imagery. The repetition of the same lines reinforces the idea that the same knife that brings harm to others will eventually bring harm to oneself.
Overall, "The Same Knife" is a deeply insightful and thought-provoking song that delivers an important message about the consequences of one's actions and the importance of mindfulness and self-reflection.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh yeah, the knife is there
The danger is ever present and imminent.
And it will cut you down to the ground
It will cause great harm and destruction.
Unhm, you've got to beware
You must be cautious and alert.
Same knife that skinned the sheep
The same weapon can have different uses and targets.
Same knife will kill the wolf
The same danger can apply to different situations and parties.
Same knife that killed the wolf
Past events can dictate future outcomes.
Same knife will cut your throat
The potential harm can ultimately impact you yourself.
Look into yourself mankind, uuh uuh
Self-reflection is necessary for growth and survival.
Don't lay your life on the line, uuh uuh
Avoid unnecessary risks that could result in harm.
For there's no time for crying
No use regretting once harm has been done.
Every hand filled game play twice, oh yeah, oh yes
Take advantage of opportunities presented and always be ready for what may come.
Honour the Lord with thy substance, yeah
Sacrifice and giving can lead to rewards and blessings.
With the first fruit of thy heart
The sincerity and purity of the offering matters.
So shall thy burden be lifted, oh yeah, oh yeah
Generosity can alleviate hardships.
Who Jah Jah loveth, he correcteth
Divine love can lead to correction and guidance.
Same knife that skinned the sheep
The risks and harms are ever present and should not be ignored.
Same knife will kill the wolf
Others may face the consequences of your actions.
Same knife that killed the wolf
Past experiences can inform future outcomes.
Same knife will cut your throat
The potential harm can ultimately impact you personally.
Writer(s): Fitzroy Simpson
Contributed by Kayla W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@LBCB94025
Yeah i only like Tribal seeds out of Any of the new groups*
I like the early dub reggae (I think its what they call it?(the old stuff back when reggae and rocksteady and sca were all starting out)
and then the 60s 70s 80s was like the Golden age ..
90s were kind of mixed but by the late 90s and early 2000s you started getting "dancehall reggae" which is an entirely different thing (like sizzla*)
a lot of those fake horns and all those
"bulah bulah bulah!" (Human voice imitating gun shots*)
Its kinda annoying..?
Completely different vibe!*
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Rise in Power King ๐ Bunny Diamond ๐
Rise In Power King ๐ Tabby Diamond ๐
More Strength Judge Diamond ๐
The Might Diamond ๐ Are A Library ๐ of Knowledge & Essential Guidance For Humanity
The Mighty Diamonds wrote the Song that created the first Reggae Music Video on MTV Even before Michael Jackson.
That song was Pass The Cuchie witch Musical Youth re-recorded as pass the Dutchie
We pay Tribute and ask all Schools around the World ๐ to include Reggae Music and African History in their Curriculum.
The Mighty Diamonds ๐ also wrote songs that prevented Civil Wars as did Many Great Reggae Music Legends and Icons including The Great Judy Mowatt, Marcia Griffiths, Rita Marley, Delroy Wilson, Peter Tosh, Bob Marley, Dennis Brown, Hugh Mundell, Brigadier Gerry, Father U-Roy, Beres Hammond Nancy, Lady Anne, Patra, Lady Saw, Silvia Tella, Carol Thompson, Janet Kaye, Tanya Stephens, Sandra Cross, Lorna Gee, Beanie Man Bounty Killer, Ninja ๐ฅท Man, Super Cat Sugar Minot, Michael Prophet, Lecturer, Major Worries, Stitchie, Buru, Early B, and all the Great contributors to the Reggae Music Empire.
https://www.dancehallmag.com/2022/04/01/news/second-mighty-diamonds-member-passes-away-in-four-days-bunny-diamond-dead-at-71.html
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@janicejames1953
Someone in 2024 listening to this
@janicejames1953
Im here listening to this
@alanaisaac1032
Yes we here how did tabby die tho
@janicejames1953
โโ@@alanaisaac1032 he was aged 67 .in aย drive-by shooting, followed three days later by the death of Fitzro
@FariLuvsEb
Yesssโค
@johncoyle2316
Oh, yes!
@vernicalatouche9029
RIP condolence to the family's mighty song still stand up I remember in the 1977 old time music
@hughentwilliams6231
Good music never die music alone shall live never shall die
@normanbuchanan9710
rest in peace Tabby they murdered you but they can't kill your legend and music
@patricksmith3432
ABSOLUTELY SIR