The young singer began to enter local talent shows, mashing up the place with classic cover tunes. From talent shows to the local studios, Curtis began to voice a few dubplates for the local club and some small sounds. As his reputation grew, producer Clive Kennedy took notice of the young singer and in 1988 took him to the studio to record his first song; "Tell Me You Will", released on the Aquarius label. Still in school, Curtis would bounce back and forth between the studio and the classroom, until the music business became too strong to resist
Curtis hopped on the bus for Ocho Rios to pursue his life long dream of being a singer. "When me leave fi Ocho Rios, a de longest drive dat inna me life, and that was like a hundred miles. When me reach, I think all I could buy was a bun." With a bun in hand, Curtis set out to find Roof International Recording Studios. When he arrived, "Me go pon the studio, hang out an' sing, mek dem hear me an' ting and dem say yeeeeaaaah!". The singer's first real taste of success came from a song voiced for Courtney Cole's Roof International Label, a combination with his childhood friend, DJ Jigsy King. The song was the classic "Butterfly". "When we sing that, the girl dem a go craaaazy! Everybody a get mad!" From there, it was no turning back.
Curtis' debut album, 'Designing Woman', was released on Roof in 1994. Tony CurtisAfter that he began to branch out, voicing for different producers, scoring a huge hit for Stone Love with another combination with Jigsy, "My Sound A Murder" on the classic "Real Rock" rhythm. After several more legendary Stone Love tunes he recorded "Sailing" for Bobby Digital. Voicing tunes for Winston Riley, John John and Tony "CD" Kelly, pushed the singer even further up the ladder to the International stardom that has been awaiting him from birth.
Tony Curtis has been busy spreading love with his exceptional voice. "If yuh say love, yuh kinda generate love. And if ya say war, ya dun know is a seed weh ya sow. So, you keep focused pon positive things. If you write love songs, ya write good love songs to heal people's soul, make people love again".
Now, with his sophomore album, Curtis has expanded the boundaries of Reggae music, singing unforgettable love songs and praising the most high with his incomparable voice. Singing for a purpose, Tony Curtis' mission is to make, "Positive music fe uplift the people. Sensitive music to rock your soul." And rock your soul he most surely will.
The album, "Stronger", contains the best work of Curtis' career. Classic hits like "I Believe I Can Fly", and "Love Shoulda Brought You Home" come together with current favorites "Jah I Thank You" and "Stronger", alongside the massive number one hit "High Grade" and the wicked "Time Has Come". With Jah by his side and love in his heart, Tony Curtis is the Reggae singer for the new millennium : )
Jah I Thank You
Tony Curtis Lyrics
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Blessing above and its bringing out the best in me like the guiding
Light and its brighten up my darks to see though
The evil may fight i know they are no threat to me
Lord i thank you, thank you, you guided and you shouldered me,
Lord i thank you, thank you, for all that you have done for me.
I was never surprised when i opened up my eyes to see,
For me, though the road may be rocky i know that its my destiny
So i thank you, i thank you for all that you have done for
Me, oh i thank you, i thank you, you guided and you shouldered me
As i go on my merry way,
Got a pleasant smile and i'm wearing it everyday i'm the corner
Stone that you have refused and i'm
Here now to show you i just can't lose
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In Tony Curtis's song "Jah I Thank You", the singer is expressing his gratitude towards Jah, or God, for guiding and protecting him in his life's journey. The song is a celebration of the positive changes that have occurred in his life, thanks to the blessings he's been receiving. Curtis uses the imagery of the moon, stars, and sun shining down on him as a metaphor for the blessings he's received. He feels that these blessings have brought out the best in him, allowing him to see through the darkness and overcome any challenges that come his way.
Curtis acknowledges that there are evil forces in the world, but he remains unafraid, knowing that they pose no threat to him as long as he is guided by Jah. He describes his journey as rocky but knows that his destiny is to overcome these challenges with Jah's help. Curtis is thankful for the opportunities that Jah has provided him with, freeing him from the chains and bars that held him captive.
The song is a heartfelt expression of Curtis's gratitude towards Jah, conveying a message of hope and inspiration to his listeners. The cheerful, upbeat melody and the reggae-inspired beat make it a joyous celebration of life, urging people to face their struggles with faith and gratitude in their hearts.
Line by Line Meaning
Let the moon and the stars and the sun come shining down on me like a Blessing above and its bringing out the best in me like the guiding Light and its brighten up my darks to see though The evil may fight i know they are no threat to me
I am grateful for the blessings that have come my way, including the guiding light of the stars, sun, and moon. Despite facing obstacles and challenges, I know deep down that they will not harm me.
Lord i thank you, thank you, you guided and you shouldered me,
I offer my gratitude and thanks to the Lord above for guiding me on my journey and giving me the strength to overcome any obstacles I encounter.
Lord i thank you, thank you, for all that you have done for me.
I express my heartfelt gratitude to the Lord for all the blessings and gifts they have bestowed upon me.
I was never surprised when i opened up my eyes to see, You break the bars and the chains and you opened up the gates For me, though the road may be rocky i know that its my destiny
I have always had faith that the Lord would guide me to freedom and success, even when faced with barriers and difficult paths to follow.
So i thank you, i thank you for all that you have done for Me, oh i thank you, i thank you, you guided and you shouldered me
Once again, I express my gratitude to the Lord for guiding me and supporting me on my journey.
As i go on my merry way, Got a pleasant smile and i'm wearing it everyday i'm the corner Stone that you have refused and i'm Here now to show you i just can't lose
I am continuing on my journey with a positive attitude and a smile on my face, even though others may have doubted me. I am determined to succeed and prove that I am strong and capable.
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The lyrics of the first verse are repeated, emphasizing the message of gratitude and faith in the face of challenges.
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The lyrics of the second verse are also repeated, further emphasizing the theme of gratitude and resilience.
Writer(s): O'brien Curtis Mckonen
Contributed by Aaron T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ms_hourglass5344
Lord i thank you everyday of my life and beyond 🙏 🙌 ❤️
@divinetruthmessages
BIG UP GOD
@maxwellmaina1560
This is my first time listening to this song I love it 💯💯💯
@trinidadandtobagomazda626g3
I still playing these tunes in trinidad 🇹🇹 party's 2024 and still going strong 💪
@user-no2fs8qt8d
This is one of my favorite song of Tony curtis
@nugzie_1551
Never gets old. Still loving this song in 2023.. Thank you 🙏🏾
@leightonwitter958
Nuff blessing my youth
@carolebogle8406
Wake up with this song on my mind..thank you Father God for my children ...my mother..my family thank you for all the blessibgs dear God i am ungrateful at times but thank you for all that you are still doing in my life
@kingdomchild2718
I too thank Jehovah for my Children and my Mom and my whole family .Lets set our intentions to be grateful each day🙏
@penny1262
Amen
#OneLove#OneHeart ❣