Try Jah Love
Third World Lyrics
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I didn't know which way that I had to go
I sought the clues to life's unanswered
Questions
My mind's heart had to know
I heard you call while wandering through
The darkness
Voice
That speaks to me when I am in temptation
Echoing my choice
Then you said,
"Seek ye shall find,
Knock and the door shall be opened unto you"
I'm finding out that every time I try
Just to get by, oh, every time I kneel
To pray, I saw Jah love
Oh, Jah love, Jah love, protect us
I've seen them fighting in the street
Battling on the floor
They never give up, they want more
Until the jungle's brought to its feet
Disturbing the silence, breaking the waves
Creating a storm, our hearts will be saved
The veil of deception has been torn
Freeing the minds that have been shorn
The lyrics of this song are about the search for meaning and direction in life. The singer describes feeling lost and unsure of which way to go, but eventually hearing a voice that guides them towards enlightenment. The voice offers a mantra of "Seek ye shall find, Knock and the door shall be opened unto you," encouraging the singer to pursue knowledge and understanding to find their way. The song invokes Jah love, an important concept in Rastafarianism, as a protector and guiding force in the singer’s life.
The second half of the song takes a more political, social turn. The singer observes the violence and chaos in the streets and calls for a change to occur. However, they also express hope that hearts will be saved and minds will be freed from the veil of deception. The song ultimately ends on a message of positivity, recognizing the power of Jah love to heal and transform both individuals and society as a whole.
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Line by Line Meaning
A lonely soul was I without direction
I felt lost and uncertain about my path in life.
I didn't know which way that I had to go
I lacked a clear sense of purpose or direction.
I sought the clues to life's unanswered questions
I searched for guidance and understanding about the mysteries of existence.
My mind's heart had to know
I was driven to seek knowledge and wisdom to satisfy my innermost desires.
I heard you call while wandering through the darkness
I sensed a spiritual presence or voice guiding me, even in difficult times.
I'd walk a million miles to find that endless voice
I was willing to go to great lengths to follow this guiding force.
That speaks to me when I am in temptation
The voice offered reassurance and guidance, even during challenging or tempting moments.
Echoing my choice
The voice reflected my own decisions and beliefs, helping me to stay true to myself.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MELODY MC CULLY, STEVIE WONDER
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Hasu
Lonely soul was I without direction
I didn't know which way that I had to go
I sought the clues to life's unanswered questions
My mind's heart had to know, yes
I heard you call while wandering through the darkness
I'd walk a million miles to find that endless voice
That speaks to me when I am in temptation
Echoing my choice
Then you said, seek ye shall find
I've been with you through all time
And if you're thirsty I will quench you (with my love)
And if you're hungry I will feed you (with my words)
And all I ask of you is that you love as I do
And if you lose your way I'll lead you (To my love)
From a sinful life I'll cleanse you (In my love)
For creation bears a witness of my love
You know that
You know that it's time for the world to (Try Jah love)
Without it there'd be no tomorrow (Try Jah love)
So you try, try Jah love (love)
A timeless thought a touch of close encounter
Your love embraced me and took over my life
And now I'm new your strength has made me change
My ways from wrong to right
Please Father please, this world we live has faltered
Deliver us from all the evil and the pain
God Bless the heart that loves unto his brother
Praising out, out your name
Then he said, "Be not afraid
Those who believe I will save"
But if you're thirsty I will quench you (with my love)
And if you're hungry I will feed you (with my words)
For creation bears a witness of my love, love
And if you lose your way I'll lead you (To my love)
From a sinful life I'll cleanse you (In my love)
For creation bears a witness of my love
You know that
You know that it's time for the world to (Try Jah love)
Yes, without it there'd be no tomorrow (Try Jah love)
So you try, try Jah love (love)
You know that
There's no excuse for no one not to (Try Jah love)
You'll be grateful you let inside you (Jah, Jah love)
So you try, try Jah love (love)
You know that (Try Jah love)
Without it there'd be no tomorrow (Jah, Jah love)
So you try, try Jah love
Eddie Brittin
Been a sound engineer for 40 years, still play this song for sound check before every concert. Never get tired of it.
Ethel Stevens Love
Eddie Brittin; Awesome! Rest in peace Bunny Sailer of this legendary band......
Jameel Smith
This song is nostalgic. Makes me remember when I was about 4 years old. My Mom used to play it. I'm now 42. Mom, 70.
Caprice Walker
That's saying something...shout out from NY ..2021
Kenneth J. Benton
yep
Alex Pine
Neva grows old ...great band
Muyiwa Adeyemi
God bless Stevie Wonder for writing this masterpiece! Evergreen!
MIA Mi
WHAT!
Viggo Zing
@MIA Mi Try Jah Love was written by Stevie Wonder & Melody McCully
FGX Media
Wow I didnt know that