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.
Pyramid
Third World Lyrics
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Walking out late at night
When all I see is city lights
Feels so cold
The ice was like a vise
There was no where to find
Was looking for some action
The neon sign said Cairo
As it called out to me
And suddenly I saw your face
A bright Eastern star
Thought I was in a time machine
And history on the Nile
And you were my queen
[Chorus:]
Pyramid
Her name was Pyramid
You're my dream forever
Come on and hold me
Reach out and touch me
You're my queen forever
Pyramid
Her name was Pyramid
You're my queen forever
It seems that life repeats itself
Girl, your beauty I've seen
Somewhere on a desert sand
In my hidden dreams
You know I won't forget this night
The way you make me feel
Dark archaeologists searching for your face, ooh
Oh, if they only knew-
That you were in my arms
And that you're safe
[Chorus]
Pyramid
Her name was Pyramid
You're my dream forever
Come on an' hold me
Reach out and touch me
You're my queen forever
The song "Pyramid" by the Jamaican reggae band Third World is a romantic ballad about finding love in the midst of the bustling city lights of Cairo. The singer, walking out late at night, comes across a neon sign that reads "Cairo" and is drawn in. Suddenly, he sees a woman's face and is immediately enamored. He describes her as a bright Eastern star and his queen. He compares the experience to being in a time machine and experiencing history on the Nile. He feels blessed to have found this woman and cannot forget the way she makes him feel.
The lyrics of this song are quite poetic and romantic, invoking vivid images of ancient Egypt and love. The use of the word "Pyramid" in the title and chorus adds an air of mystique and grandeur to the song, as if the woman the singer has fallen in love with is a monumental symbol of power and beauty. The lyrics also express the idea that even in the midst of chaos and darkness, love can still emerge and guide us to a brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
Walking out late at night
I was taking a walk outside during nighttime
When all I see is city lights
All I could see were the bright lights of the city
Feels so cold
The temperature was low and it felt chilly
The ice was like a vise
The ice felt like a tight grip or hold
There was no where to find
I couldn't find a place to go
Was looking for some action
I was seeking some excitement or adventure
That's trouble free
Something that wouldn't cause any problems or difficulties
The neon sign said Cairo
I saw a bright, glowing sign that read Cairo
As it called out to me
The sign seemed to be beckoning me
And suddenly I saw your face
Suddenly, I caught sight of your face
A bright Eastern star
You looked like a shining star from the East
Thought I was in a time machine
I felt like I had traveled back in time
And history on the Nile
It was like I was witnessing history on the banks of the Nile River
And you were my queen
You were like a royalty to me
[Chorus:] Pyramid
Repeating the name of the song's subject, Pyramid
Her name was Pyramid
Your name was Pyramid
You're my dream forever
You are my everlasting dream
Come on and hold me
Please, come and embrace me
Reach out and touch me
Extend your hand and make physical contact with me
You're my queen forever
You will always be my queen
It seems that life repeats itself
It appears that life follows a pattern
Girl, your beauty I've seen
I've seen your beauty before
Somewhere on a desert sand
Perhaps, in a previous dream or memory I saw you on the desert's sands
In my hidden dreams
In my subconscious mind's fantasies
You know I won't forget this night
I won't ever forget this evening
The way you make me feel
You make me feel amazing
Dark archaeologists searching for your face, ooh
Perhaps, some people search for your face, including people who are drawn to the past
Oh, if they only knew-
If they only knew that you were here with me
That you were in my arms
That you were being held by me
And that you're safe
And that you are secure
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: K. MICHAEL M. COOPER, RICHARD DALEY, STEPHEN STEWART, STEPHEN HALDANE COORE, WILLIAM ALEXANDER CLARK, WILLIAM JOHN LEE STEWART
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Charmaine Iris Pirere
on Committed
I still enjoy this song.