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.
Now That We
Third World Lyrics
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Now that we found love what are we gonna do with it?
Make natty shook, make natty shook
Make natty shook, make natty shook
Make natty shook, shook, shook, shook all over the place
I say, come on, baby, when the music's playin'
Come on, baby!
Say when the music's playin'
I wanna see you dance, get up and dance
Move yeah, I said move, yeaheah
I said come on, baby, let me show you what a, what a man can do
I said music, oh yeaheah
Is there soul into my soul
Moving all day long- to the rhythm doop doop doo-doo-day
Now that we found love what are we gonna do with it?
What are we gonna do tell me, tell me what are we gonna do with love
Now that we found love what are we gonna do with it?
Now, oho, that we found love what we gonna do with it
Let's give love a try
Let Jah control, control your destiny
We owe it to ourselves, yes, we do
To live happy eternally
Sweet love is what we've been searchin' for
And love is what we're lookin' for
Yeaheah, now that I've got it right here in my hand
I'm gonna spread it all over the land
Now!
Now that we found love what are we gonna do with it?
Now that we found love what are we gonna do with it?
Now that we found love what are we gonna do with it?
You've got to forgive and forget
Let hate, let hate be your enemy
Bow to the lord
And only love will set your spirit free
Oh, love is what we've been searchin' for
And sweet love is what we're lookin' for
Now that I got it right here in my hand
We're gonna share it all over the land
Now that we found love tell me what we gonna do with it
I really like to know, oho, tell me now
Now that we found love what are we gonna do with it?
Now that we found love what are we gonna do with it?
Now that we found love what are we gonna do with it?
Now that we found love what are we gonna do with it?
Now that we found love…
The lyrics of Third World's song 'Now That We Found Love' talk about the discovery of love and the question of what to do with it. The repetition of the song's title creates emphasis on the significance of finding love and the challenge that comes along with it. The song suggests that love should be celebrated and shared, that lovers should dance, move, and spread love all over the land. The line "Let Jah control your destiny" acknowledges the importance of spirituality in a relationship.
The phrase "make natty shook" in the chorus is a reference to the Jamaican term "natty dread," which refers to a Rastafarian who has not cut his hair. The term became popular in the 1970s with the emergence of reggae music, and it is a reference to the hairstyle of Rastafarians. The phrase "shook, shook, shook" is a nod to James Brown's song "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag," where he shouts, "come on, get up, and shake your money maker."
The song was originally recorded by a Philadelphia-based group called The O'Jays in 1978. Third World's version, which was released in 1979, became their biggest hit and reached number ten on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The South Beach Mix, released in 1996, is a remix of the original song.
Line by Line Meaning
Now that we found love what are we gonna do with it?
We've discovered love, but what actions will we take to make the most of it?
Make natty shook, make natty shook
We want to evoke excitement and enthusiasm from everyone around us
I say, come on, baby, when the music's playin'
Hey you, let's dance and have a good time when the music is on
Say when the music's playin'
I'm emphasizing the importance of music as it sets the tone for our experiences
I wanna see you dance, get up and dance
Let's make the most of this moment and enjoy ourselves by dancing
I said come on, baby, let me show you what a, what a man can do
I am expressing my intention to impress my partner by showing them what I am capable of
Is there soul into my soul
The music has a deep impact on my soul, making me feel alive and energized
What are we gonna do tell me, tell me what are we gonna do with love
Love is powerful and transformative, but what practical steps will we take to make the most of it?
Let's give love a try
Let's take a chance and see where love can take us
Let Jah control, control your destiny
We should submit to a higher power and let fate guide our paths
To live happy eternally
Our ultimate goal should be happiness that lasts a lifetime
Sweet love is what we've been searchin' for
Love is the missing piece we've been seeking to find fulfillment and joy
Now that I've got it right here in my hand
I finally have love and it feels amazing to hold it in my grasp
You've got to forgive and forget
It's important to let go of grudges and forgive those who have wronged us
Bow to the lord
We should honor and worship a higher power to achieve inner peace and freedom
And only love will set your spirit free
Love has the power to liberate and heal us from our past pains and struggles
We're gonna share it all over the land
We want to spread love far and wide and share it with everyone we come across
Now that we found love tell me what we gonna do with it
I really like to know, oho, tell me now
We are eager to explore the possibilities of love and want to know what actions we can take to make the most of it
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KENNETH GAMBLE, KENNY GAMBLE, LEON HUFF
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Me!
@talentgroupforchildren2004
One of the best Jamaican bands of all time...this particular song is perfection...I'm so glad I got to see them live...I was a teenager in awe💯 slay
@derekbowie4686
Soo jealous. flew from Perth to Sydney in aus to see them and they didn’t perform :(
@omarsalem2340
One of my favorite songs I have seen them 1981 Athens Greas
@jamessimpson9014
Timeless classic 🇯🇲🙏🏿
@FIFIMIMI-nq7fr
68 yrs young and love keeps me around . All time best ever Third World . I love you from the depths of my ❤ anf soul. You are gorgeous, the highest spiritually and many blessings be upon you and yours. There's nothing better than love! ❤❤❤❤ Keep spreading all your 💜❤️💚💚🖤🖤💚💚💚 to the world. We all need it ! Jah be with you. ❤❤
@shemanic1
I have to agree, this is one anthem I love to play & sing to