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.
Jah Glory
Third World Lyrics
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Night fades away
I see a bright sunshine in every morning
Lord then a shower of rain
Give thanks and praise, give thanks and praise
I see Jah glory in the morning sun
I see Jah glory when the day is done
A little bit of it can be sweet
When you ain't got plenty
Don't drown yourself now
Don't drown yourself now
In too much honey
You wake up early every morning
Worrying about your earthly possessions
Don't make it hold ya
Don't make it hold ya
In these obsessions
I see Jah glory in the morning sun
I see Jah glory when the day is done
I see Jah glory in the morning sun
I see Jah glory when the day is done
The lyrics of "Jah Glory" by Third World are about seeing the beauty in life, even during difficult times. The song talks about the different phases of a day and how each moment can bring its own beauty. The first verse talks about how every day starts with morning, bringing light and hope. Even when it rains, we should be thankful for the blessings that come from above. The chorus emphasizes the idea of seeing Jah glory, or the beauty of life, throughout the entire day, whether it's during sunrise or sunset.
The second verse touches on material possessions and how they can consume people's lives. The singer encourages listeners not to let material possessions control them and not to drown themselves in an excess of them. The final chorus repeats the sentiment of the first chorus, emphasizing the idea that seeing Jah glory is possible in every moment of the day, regardless of difficulties.
Overall, "Jah Glory" is a message of hope and encouragement to find beauty in life despite obstacles or material distractions.
Line by Line Meaning
Day goes into evening, yeah ya
As the daytime comes to an end, the transition to night time occurs
Night fades away
The night time comes to an end as the new day begins
I see a bright sunshine in every morning
Every new day brings new opportunities and hope, symbolized by the bright sunshine
Lord then a shower of rain
As a new day begins, there may be some struggles or obstacles, symbolized by the shower of rain
Give thanks and praise, give thanks and praise
Despite the ups and downs of life, it's important to always be grateful and thankful for what you have
A little bit of it can be sweet
Even when you don't have much, sometimes it's enough to find happiness in the simple things in life
When you ain't got plenty
When you don't have an abundance of material possessions, it's important to find contentment in what you do have
Don't drown yourself now
Be careful not to become consumed by your desire for material things
Don't drown yourself now
Repeated to emphasize the importance of not becoming too focused on material possessions
In too much honey
In this context, honey symbolizes material possessions or wealth, and having too much of it can be detrimental to a person's happiness and well-being
You wake up early every morning
Some people may wake up early every morning, consumed by their desire for material possessions and consumed by worry about keeping them
Worrying about your earthly possessions
In this context, earthly possessions refer to material possessions or wealth, which can consume a person's thoughts and actions to the point of causing anxiety
Don't make it hold ya
It's important to not allow your earthly possessions to control you, but instead to find a balance and focus on other important aspects of life
Don't make it hold ya
Repeated to emphasize the importance of not becoming overly consumed by material possessions
In these obsessions
Being overly consumed by material possessions can be referred to as an obsession, and it can cloud a person's ability to enjoy and appreciate all aspects of life
I see Jah glory in the morning sun
The singer sees the glory of God in the beauty and hope of a new day
I see Jah glory when the day is done
The singer also sees the glory of God in the beauty and peace of the setting sun, bringing closure to the day
I see Jah glory in the morning sun
Repeated to emphasize the presence of God in the beauty and hope of a new day
I see Jah glory when the day is done
Repeated to emphasize the presence of God in the beauty and peace of the setting sun, bringing closure to the day
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: William Alexander Clark, Michael Cooper, Stephen Haldane Coore
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lyndacast
Days goes into evening, yeah ya
Night fades away
I see a bright sunshine in every morning
Lord then a shower of rain
Give thanks and praise, give thanks and praise
I see Jah glory in the morning sun
I see Jah glory when the day is done
A little bit of it can be sweet
when you ain't got plenty
Don't drown yourself now
Don't drown yourself now
In too much honey
You wake up early every morning
Worrying about your earthly possessions
Don't make it hold ya
Don't make it hold ya
In these obsessions
I see Jah glory in the morning sun
I see Jah glory when the day is done
I see Jah glory in the morning sun
I see Jah glory when the day is done
@RasJehLevyIsabelle-qp9lp
I am 42 andfirst listen to dis song at15 and still meditating on
@michellegaeta6455
Possibly the best work Third World band has ever done. So blessed to have seen them in Chico California long ago. Jah love ❤
@pekainvest
Rest in peace and rise in power my brother Michael Ibo Cooper. And thanks for some truly great music. Ya'll were one of a kind trailblazers in reggae artistry ❤🔥 💯 0:49
@pekainvest
The musicality and quality was off the charts 🔥
@88Musk
Incredible. I opened for them 4 times over the years . I never saw the exact line up but did see them with Bunny Ruggs in the early 2000's@@pekainvest
@azzamzamzam1822
"This Album of Third World is a Chef d' Oeuvre"
@marcelobarbosa6925
Jah glrory aleluia Jah rasta
@azzamzamzam1822
"Roots Rock Reggae"
@chrispinemwambamukuka2657
JAH BE PRAISED
@Cl4rendon
My Dad brought me to this music back in the 70s as he purchased the album and kept playing on his HiFi deck.
I discovered the tune a few days back again and it even feels more enlightening than ever before!
Meanwhile i listen to this as my morning ritual to send gratitude to the almighty.