They were formed in 1973 and are still releasing records today. Their lineup has changed over the years, as has their musical style, although it has not strayed too far from the "roots reggae" style that they are generally categorized as.
With Dean Pond in the touring lineup (Dean Pond, founder of Dub Mystic and one time musical director and drummer for Culture, and V.I. producer of the year) this year (??) should prove to be even bigger for Third World.
Cold Sweat
Third World Lyrics
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I got cold sweat
Yeah
Cold sweat are running down my face
I said it's cold sweat all over the place
(Oh jah jah I see that coming,
and I don't know where to turn) 2x
Heh, sell it in the streets
(lyrics missing) and,
I got to face, got to face the night heat
Cold sweat (4x)
Everywhere I go
Oh jah jah I see that coming,
Jah, I don't know where to turn
Oh jah jah I see that coming,
Jah, what a lesson I've learned
My skin is black upon me
And my bones, my bones they burn with heat.
My guitar just keeps on
(Cold sweat) 3x
I got cold sweat
(Cold sweat)
It makes my guitar cry
(Cold sweat) 2x
Dry your weepin' eyes
Cause jah jah will be there
If you've got no place to turn
yes jah jah will be there
If you've got no place to turn
Oh jah jah I see that coming
What a lesson I have learned
Oh jah jah I see that coming
Yes, and I don't know where to turn
I got to find some place to lay my head
I got to wake up and eat a piece of bread
I got to work so that I can survive
Jah know, I;ve got to stay alive
(Cold sweat) 4x
"Cold Sweat" by Third World is a song about the overwhelming stress that one can feel when dealing with difficult circumstances in life. The lyrics describe the feeling of cold sweat running down someone's face, signifying the intense physical and emotional discomfort that comes with stress. The repetition of the phrase "cold sweat" throughout the song emphasizes the singer's anxiety and fear.
The song's lyrics suggest that the singer is facing difficult decisions with no clear solutions. They say they don't know where to turn or what to do, indicating a sense of helplessness and desperation. The singer also acknowledges that they need to work to survive, suggesting that financial struggles may be contributing to their stress.
Overall, "Cold Sweat" is a powerful representation of the physical and emotional toll that stress can take on a person. It highlights the importance of seeking help when faced with difficult situations, and the comfort that can be found through faith.
Line by Line Meaning
Cold sweat and I don't know where to go
I am in a state of fear and confusion
I said it's cold sweat all over the place
My fear and anxiety are all-consuming
If i want (lyrics missing)
Heh, sell it in the streets
In my desperate situation, I may have to sell something illegally to survive
Cold sweat (4x)
Everywhere I go
My fear is always present and pervasive
My skin is black upon me
And my bones, my bones they burn with heat.
My experience is marked by the heat of oppression and marginalization
My guitar just keeps on
(Cold sweat) 3x
I got cold sweat
(Cold sweat)
It makes my guitar cry
(Cold sweat) 2x
Dry your weepin' eyes
Even my music carries the weight of my anxiety and struggle, but I offer comfort and hope to my listeners
Cause jah jah will be there
If you've got no place to turn
yes jah jah will be there
If you've got no place to turn
I derive strength and hope from my faith that God will be present in my trials
I got to find some place to lay my head
I got to wake up and eat a piece of bread
I got to work so that I can survive
Jah know, I;ve got to stay alive
(Cold sweat) 4x
I face the challenges of survival with determination and the conviction that I must keep pressing on
Contributed by Jackson C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@marisolcorrea7418
"In Loving Memories Of The Lead Singer Of Third World"
~William Alexander Anthony Clarke~
February 6, 1948 ~ "Bunny Rugs" ~ February 2, 2014
~Rest In Internal Peace~
"...Another Star Has Been Plucked From The World
A Star Has Been Taken Home To Heaven
The World Is So Sad And Sorrowful
It Happened On February 2nd 2014
A Day We Will Always Remember!
Never Again To See Him Sing On Stage As His Fans Dances
Never Again To See Bunny Rugs Smile Light Up The Stage
To The Roaring Sound Of His Fans Screaming
"We Love You Bunny Rugs!"
A Brother Has Been Taken Home
But In Our Hearts His Music Will Always Stay
Bunny Rugs Will Now Sing Among The Clouds
And In The Heavens And In Your Memories You
Will Still Hear Him Singing Loud And Proud!..."
@isaacgonzalez343
My pops still has his cassette tape we bump of all third world! Real music and ima 91 baby
@aristothree5689
This is my favorite song by Third 🌎 love because we all have faith in God and different ways long as we believe I God and prise his name and anyway you want long as you believe that all that matter because God is the all and mighty Johnnie from Pittsburgh
@shemdickson7235
TO THOSE THIRD WORLD'S FANS THIS 1978 HIT REGGAE "COLD SWEAT" IS DEDICATED EACH AND EVERY UNDERQUALIFIED CITIZEN, SEEKING FOR HIS FITTEST QUALIFICATION, AND TO Y'ALL, AUTHORIZED CITIZENS, CONGRATS!!
@Jahbellyfull
third world & Bunny Ruggs best voice in the reggae scene!! this is a classic, been listening to this since 1976 a beauty!! BIG UP!!
@mischl2009
Bin jetzt 61 Jahre alt und höre diesen Song immer wieder zum ersten mal...
@marleyite
Wow, this track sounds so fresh even after around 43 years !!!
@markbryant8321
I use to play dis over and over again the album ❤
@bryanchaguendoc9298
My Jamaican friends put me on to these maestros of reggae ... thx rich lol
@abdobandas1481
I love third world band and I love them very much
@ednasalinas1060
ONE OF THE BEST JAMS OF REGGAE CANT BE WITH OUT THESE TUNES