The band tours an average of 40 weeks a year coast to coast, selling out venues and spreading like wildfire across the nation. Building a solid and loyal following wherever they go. What’s next? On June 16th, 2012 TBS headed out to appear for their 3rd time at the 2012 Vans Warped Tour. They just released their highly anticipated 3rd album on June 12, 2012 titled “The Great Escape” produced by Grammy winner Damon Elliot. TBS released their first single off the album titled “One Way” co-written with Tim Myers of One Republic fame on March 27, 2012. “One Way” is currently on the radio and made it onto the Top 40 Billboard Indicator Charts 5 weeks in a row. With so much anticipation surrounding the album, “The Great Escape” hit #28 on the Itunes Alternative Charts on its first day of release. On February 25, 2012 the Bad Seeds concluded their 6week headlining tour with a sold out performance at the Anaheim House Of Blues. On November 12th 2011 they finished 3 nationwide tours all the while promoting their single “Nice & Slow”. The single was released August 8th 2011 along with their sexy summer video recognized for winning MTVU Freshmen Video Pick Of the Week and played on hundreds of media outlets. “Nice & Slow” received notable radio play and climbed its way on to the MB radio charts. No wonder the band’s Facebook page has over two million impressions. On March 3, 2011 TBS appeared on The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson performing their single “Only For You” off their 2nd album “Sacred For Sale.” On November 18th, 2010 TBS received the “Commercial Success Award” at the Los Angeles Music Awards for having more than 150,000 downloads for 2010
Tomorrows Bad Seeds prove to be extremely talented musicians, vocalists and entertainers as a whole. Their live show provides a high-energy performance that will have you craving more. Since the band’s inception, they have shared the stage with the likes of UB40, 311, Pennywise, Smashing Pumpkins, The Wailers, and Fishbone, to name a few. In 2007 the Seeds’ signed with Urbantone Records releasing their debut album "Early Prayers" then on May 25th, 2010 they followed up with their sophomore record entitled “Sacred For Sale” distributed by MRI a subsidiary of Sony/RED. You can find Tomorrows Bad Seeds music online on Itunes, Amazon, CDbaby, etc. Their fans can reach them on top social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Myspace, and on our official web page. “We’re so versatile because we come from such a melting pot of music here in the South Bay,” Moises said. We don’t really fit into a ‘genre’, our sound is best described as an attitude a blend of everything, with something for everyone!”
CONSCIOUS MUSIC FOR YOUR MIND
SPREAD THE SEED!
Instrumentation
Moises Juarez: Lead Vocals
Mathew McEwan: Guitar and Vocals
Sean Chapman: Guitar and Vocals
Pat Salmon: Drums
Andre Davis: Bass
Discography
Debut Album: Early Prayers
Released: June 16, 2007
Sacred for Sale
Released: May 25, 2010
The Great Escape
Released: June 12, 2012
Singles:
Nice& Slow
Released: August 8, 2011
Links
Tomorrows Bad Seeds
UrbanTone Records
Tomorrows Bad Seeds Myspace Page
Warrior Poet
Tomorrows Bad Seeds Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
FOLLOW YOUR HEART DEAL WITH WHATS INSIDE
DON’T LET THEM FOOL YOU
MUST A BEEN SHOT DOWN FROM THE SKY
YOUNG LOVER YOU DON’T DESERVE TO DIE
ALL THEY HAVE IS ALL THEY’LL EVER NEED
TAKEN FOR GRANTED WHATS GIVEN FOR FREE
DON’T LET THEM FOOL YOU
YOUNG RASTA YOU’VE GOT THE HEART TO FIGHT
WARRIOR
LIKE A BRANCH ON A TREE
WE ALL STRIVE TO BE FREE
MASTER BLASTER JAMMIN’ ON A STEVIE MELEDY
MOVIN’ ON A VISION WITH NO TIME TO WASTE
SECOND HAND EMOTION DECIDING THE FATE
OF ALL MAN KIND THAT’S A STRUGGLING TO SURVIVE
LAWS OF NATURE THAT THEY JUST CANT HIDE
PROPAGANDA ON THE MEDIA SCREEN
ITS HARD TO PLEASE THEM IF YOU KNOW WHAT I MEAN
BUT IF A SMALL SEED CAN GROW TO BE A GREAT BIG TREE
SPREAD ITS ROOTS ACROSS THE LAND AND THE SEAS
THE WORDS OF I AND I THE’LL LEARN TO BELIVE
FIGHT FOR YOUR RIGHTS ITS YOUR RIGHT TO BE FREE
WARRIOR
WE’VE ALL BEEN THROUGH IT THE UP’S AND THE DOWNS
ONLY REMEDY THAT IVE EVER FOUND MUSIC THE HEART OF A SWEET MELEDY
ONLY FOR JAH JAH I SING TO BE FREE
SO WASTED YOUTH YES ITS ALL UP TO YOU
DOWN WITH BABYLON DON’T DARE BE CONFUSED
DON’T LET THEM FOOL YOU
RULE AN EYE FOR AN EYE
STAND STRONG TOGETHER LEAVE NOT ONE BEHIND
WITH ALL THESE REASONS IN THIS WORLD TO BE MAD
AND ALL THESE REASONS IN THIS WORLD TO SO SAD
ITS GETTING HARDER EVEN DAY BY DAY
I AND I WILL SURVIVE AS THEM BAD BRAINS SAY
BUT IF YOUR ROOT YOUR BRANCH YOUR LEAF OR YOUR STEM
WE ALL RUN TOGETHER AS JAH JAH CHILDREN
I SAID YOUR ROOT YOUR BRANCH LEAF OR YOUR STEM
WE ALL RUN TOGETHER AS JAH JAH CHILDREN
WARRIOR
CAUSE’ IF YOUR ROOT YOUR BRANCH YOUR LEAF OR YOUR STEM
WE ALL RUN TOGETHER AS JAH JAH CHILDREN
I SAID YOUR ROOT YOUR BRANCH LEAF OR YOUR STEM
WE ALL RUN TOGETHER AS JAH JAH CHILDREN
WARRIOR
The lyrics of Tomorrows Bad Seeds's song Warrior Poet convey a message of fighting for one's beliefs and freedom. The first verse encourages the listener to listen to their heart and not be fooled by those who wish to bring them down. The lyrics also acknowledge the struggle of young lovers, who do not deserve to die. The chorus repeats the word "Warrior" to emphasize the idea of fighting and standing up for oneself.
The second verse talks about how everyone strives to be free and move towards their vision without wasting a moment's time. The lyrics mention second-hand emotions that decide the fate of all mankind. The song also criticizes propaganda on media screens and the difficulty in pleasing people. However, it ends with the idea that a small seed can grow into a vast tree that spreads its roots across the land and seas, emphasizing the power of individual actions.
The final verse encourages young people to fight against Babylon and not be confused. It also urges action for the rights of all individuals, with the idea that every person has the power to change the world. The lyrics assert that even though it is becoming harder every day, together, and with Jah Jah's children, the world can be overcome.
Line by Line Meaning
OUT OF THE DARKNESS AND INTO THE LIGHT
Moving from a state of confusion and uncertainty toward clarity and understanding.
FOLLOW YOUR HEART DEAL WITH WHATS INSIDE
Listen to your inner voice and confront your own emotional struggles.
DON’T LET THEM FOOL YOU
Do not be deceived by false information or manipulative tactics.
MUST A BEEN SHOT DOWN FROM THE SKY
Feeling like your potential has been cut short or undermined by outside forces.
YOUNG LOVER YOU DON’T DESERVE TO DIE
Acknowledging the value of life and the importance of protecting it.
ALL THEY HAVE IS ALL THEY’LL EVER NEED
Suggesting that material possessions cannot bring true happiness or fulfillment.
TAKEN FOR GRANTED WHATS GIVEN FOR FREE
Ignoring or undervaluing the many blessings that life offers us without cost or effort.
SHOOT YOU DOWN FROM YOUR HIGH
Bringing someone down from a positive or optimistic state of mind.
YOUNG RASTA YOU’VE GOT THE HEART TO FIGHT
Encouraging a young person who has the courage and determination to stand up for their beliefs.
WARRIOR
An exclamation of strength and resilience in the face of adversity.
LIKE A BRANCH ON A TREE
Describing our interconnectedness as part of a larger natural system.
WE ALL STRIVE TO BE FREE
Recognizing the universal human desire for independence and self-determination.
MASTER BLASTER JAMMIN’ ON A STEVIE MELEDY
Celebrating the power of music to inspire and uplift us.
MOVIN’ ON A VISION WITH NO TIME TO WASTE
Urging us to focus and take action on our goals and aspirations without delay.
SECOND HAND EMOTION DECIDING THE FATE
Suggesting that relying on others’ opinions or emotions can lead to a negative outcome.
OF ALL MAN KIND THAT’S A STRUGGLING TO SURVIVE
Highlighting the difficulties faced by people across the world who are trying to meet their basic needs.
LAWS OF NATURE THAT THEY JUST CANT HIDE
Reminding us that we are subject to the natural laws of the universe, whether we like it or not.
PROPAGANDA ON THE MEDIA SCREEN
Drawing attention to the manipulation and sensationalism often present in mainstream media.
ITS HARD TO PLEASE THEM IF YOU KNOW WHAT I MEAN
Acknowledging the difficulty of satisfying external expectations or demands.
BUT IF A SMALL SEED CAN GROW TO BE A GREAT BIG TREE
Inspiring hope and possibility for growth and progress, even from small beginnings.
SPREAD ITS ROOTS ACROSS THE LAND AND THE SEAS
Envisioning a future where positive change and progress extend across the globe.
THE WORDS OF I AND I THE’LL LEARN TO BELIEVE
Asserting the power of words, story, and spirituality to shape our beliefs and values.
FIGHT FOR YOUR RIGHTS ITS YOUR RIGHT TO BE FREE
Encouraging us to stand up for ourselves and others, and remember that freedom is a fundamental human right.
WE’VE ALL BEEN THROUGH IT THE UP’S AND THE DOWNS
Reminding us that life is full of ups and downs, and that we are all in this together.
ONLY REMEDY THAT IVE EVER FOUND MUSIC THE HEART OF A SWEET MELEDY
Expressing the healing power of music to uplift and inspire us in difficult times.
ONLY FOR JAH JAH I SING TO BE FREE
Referring to spirituality as a source of personal strength and liberation.
SO WASTED YOUTH YES ITS ALL UP TO YOU
Empowering young people to take charge of their lives and create the future they want to see.
DOWN WITH BABYLON DON’T DARE BE CONFUSED
Rejecting oppressive systems and warning against complacency or confusion in the face of injustice.
RULE AN EYE FOR AN EYE
Reflecting on the destructive cycle of retribution and challenging us to seek alternative solutions to conflict.
STAND STRONG TOGETHER LEAVE NOT ONE BEHIND
Promoting the value of working together and supporting one another in times of need.
WITH ALL THESE REASONS IN THIS WORLD TO BE MAD
Recognizing the many sources of frustration, anger, and injustice present in our world.
AND ALL THESE REASONS IN THIS WORLD TO SO SAD
Acknowledging the pain and suffering experienced by many people as a result of these problems.
ITS GETTING HARDER EVEN DAY BY DAY
Acknowledging the growing challenges and difficulties that we face as a society.
I AND I WILL SURVIVE AS THEM BAD BRAINS SAY
Drawing strength and resilience from the wisdom of those who have succeeded in difficult circumstances before us.
IF YOUR ROOT YOUR BRANCH YOUR LEAF OR YOUR STEM WE ALL RUN TOGETHER AS JAH JAH CHILDREN
Affirming our shared humanity and our interconnectedness as part of a larger spiritual family.
CAUSE’ IF YOUR ROOT YOUR BRANCH YOUR LEAF OR YOUR STEM WE ALL RUN TOGETHER AS JAH JAH CHILDREN
Reiterating the importance of unity, compassion, and respect for all people regardless of our differences.
Contributed by Lauren Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
AJ - Roy
I saw them live at the 2011 Utah Reggae Festival and they played this song.. It was epic !!!
Jennifer Harmon
Seen them in concert! Sooo good!!!!
Judy Mont
love this song the beginning is amazing
Nick P
They're playing in Boston in october and I cant wait. They're such an amazing band
R.O Naea
Love Tomorrow's Bad Seeds. This is real stuff. I honestly don't even know where they're from, but there music brings me back to the islands. 808, represent! Cheehoo!!
VadersGrl
saw them in concert amazingg<3
Loud NPhx
love this song
Dom LG
This song gets I pumped One Love, Jah Love
thejoes25
Solid FUCKING Gold jam!
MikeyMystery45
That show back at Ciseros was so good.