Tony Rebel's career began in the 1980's, and was often seen performing with Sugar Minott's Youthman Promotion sound system. Rebel is responsible for introducing a young Garnett Silk (then known as Bimbo or Little Bimbo) to the sound. The two were closely linked until Silk's untimely death in 1994.
Tony Rebel's career was at its peak in the early 1990's, with such hit records as "Fresh Vegetable", "Sweet Jamaica" and the duet with Garnett Silk "Christian Soldiers". He remained prominent in the late 90's with the smash hit "If Jah" on the La La Bella riddim.
Tony Rebel still performs occasionally, but has focused most of his energy into the career of protege Queen Ifrica and his immensely popular, annual reggae festival in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica entitled Rebel Salute.
My way or the Highway
Tony Rebel Lyrics
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Mi tired fi every evening me go home
Me girl a tell me the same thing over and over again
Bwoy, she just keep repeating every time
The girl always a say. Hear weh she say
I am saying,
You should be going
You made your choice and now you know what's coming
Pack your things and don't come back no more no more
Don't come back
Me can't believe a you say so
Nothing couldn't go so
Me no do you nothing
How you want me leggo
(repeat)
I am appointed by Jah
To go everywhere and preach
People of this world
Request that I speak
I am present in the studio
Seven nights of the week
And working hard to make two ends meet
So erase all the negative thoughts from your mind
Don't judge me by the past 'cause I am right this time
'Cause although for a week I am not in your sight
You should not be saying awful things like
Oh stop delaying
It's my way or the highway
You should be going
You made your choice and now you know what's coming
Pack your things and don't come back no more no more
Don't come back
Me can't believe a you say so
Nothing couldn't go so
Me no do you nothing
How you want me leggo
(repeat)
I have not lied
God knows I have tried
To reach your heart but that has been denied
So I am asking you to observe each side
And please let your conscience be your guide
I know that maybe you are not in one of the best mood
But that should not dictate your attitude
The wrong decision could be devastating
'Cause in the long run you will be sorry that you sing
I am not playing
It's my way or the highway
You should be going
You made your choice and now you know what's coming
Pack your things and don't come back no more no more
Don't come back
Me can't believe a you say so
Nothing couldn't go so
Me no do you nothing
How you want me leggo
(repeat)
I know what I must do for the people of this world
Every woman every man and every boy and girl
You should be giving me strength so that I go along
Instead of making this false accusation
It's kind of shocking but I am still watching
If you will be changing that old saying
You know what I am thinking is that you are not willing
To do some listening you keep repeating
I am not playing
It's my way or the highway
You should be going
You made your choice and now you know what's coming
Pack your things and don't come back no more no more
Don't come back
Me no do you nothing
How you want me leggo
(repeat)
I always believe that you could understand
'Cause we had some much of these conversations
If I went out with another woman
That would be giving justification
You speech is causing embarrassment
And I am sure this time that I am innocent
Since you insist you get your heart content
But make sure you can stand the consequence
I am still saying
It's my way or the highway
You should be going
You made your choice and now you know what's coming
Pack your things and don't come back no more no more
Don't come back
Produced by Sly Dunbar for TAXI PRODUCTION
Engineered by Andre "Deady Ranks" Tyrell
At Penthouse Studio, Kingston, JA
Remixed by Colin "Bulby" York and Linford "Fatta" Marshall
At Mixing Lab Studio, Kingston, JA
Additional Remix by Jimmy Braelower
Programming by Andy Marvel and Jimmy Braelower
Keyboards, Bass: Herbie Harris
Guitar: Lloyd Willis
Drums: Sly Dunbar
The song "My Way or the Highway" by Tony Rebel reflects the idea that lovers should be able to accept each other's flaws and differences wholeheartedly. The opening lines reveal Tony's frustration with his girlfriend, who repeatedly tells him the same old things every night. Tony's lover insists on what she wants, but Tony is sure of what he wants, too. He is no longer interested in persuading her, telling her that it is his way or the highway. Tony expresses his position in terms of his call as a messenger of Jah, a message which demands focus and steadfastness, despite the challenges that come with the work.
Tony Rebel's confession in "My Way or the Highway" is quite sincere and evokes a certain kind of pain, which is understandable because of the self-assuredness with which he expresses himself. He also acknowledges that even though he is dedicated to his work, he still wishes that things could be better between them. He advises his lover not to condemn him, as they can resolve their differences through negotiation. But if she is unwilling to do that, then the only option is for her to go her way entirely.
Line by Line Meaning
Mi tired fi every evening me go home
I'm tired of hearing the same thing from my girlfriend every night.
Me girl a tell me the same thing over and over again
My girlfriend keeps repeating the same thing to me.
Bwoy, she just keep repeating every time
She keeps repeating the same thing over and over again.
I am saying, It's my way or the highway
I am stating that it's either my way or no way.
You should be going
You should leave.
You made your choice and now you know what's coming
You chose this path and are aware of the consequences.
Pack your things and don't come back no more no more
Take your belongings and do not return.
Me can't believe a you say so
I can't believe what you are saying.
Nothing couldn't go so
That's impossible; it wouldn't escalate like that.
Me no do you nothing
I didn't do anything to you.
How you want me leggo
How do you want me to let go or release you?
I am appointed by Jah
I have been chosen by God.
To go everywhere and preach
To spread the word of God far and wide.
People of this world
The people of Earth.
Request that I speak
They want to hear me speak.
I am present in the studio
I am currently in the recording studio.
Seven nights of the week
Every night of the week.
And working hard to make two ends meet
I am working very hard to make ends meet.
So erase all the negative thoughts from your mind
Get rid of any negative thinking.
Don't judge me by the past 'cause I am right this time
Don't hold my past against me because I am doing the right thing now.
You should not be saying awful things like
You should not be saying cruel things such as.
Oh stop delaying
Stop procrastinating.
I have not lied
I have not told a lie.
God knows I have tried
God knows I have made an effort.
To reach your heart but that has been denied
I have tried to connect with you emotionally, but you refuse to allow it.
So I am asking you to observe each side
I am asking you to consider both viewpoints.
And please let your conscience be your guide
Let your conscience guide you.
I know that maybe you are not in one of the best mood
I understand that you may not be feeling your best.
But that should not dictate your attitude
However, your mood should not dictate your attitude.
The wrong decision could be devastating
Making the wrong decision could have severe consequences.
'Cause in the long run you will be sorry that you sing
Because, ultimately, you will regret your actions.
Every woman every man and every boy and girl
All humans regardless of gender or age.
You should be giving me strength so that I go along
You should be supportive so I can continue doing what I do.
Instead of making this false accusation
Instead of making unfounded claims.
It's kind of shocking but I am still watching
It's surprising, but I am still observing the situation.
If you will be changing that old saying
If you are willing to change your ways.
You know what I am thinking is that you are not willing
I don't think you are willing to change.
To do some listening you keep repeating
You are not willing to listen and keep repeating the same thing.
I always believe that you could understand
I have always believed that you could comprehend.
'Cause we had some much of these conversations
Because we have had many similar discussions.
If I went out with another woman
If I were to go out with another woman.
That would be giving justification
That would give you a reason or justification to act this way.
You speech is causing embarrassment
Your words are causing me embarrassment.
And I am sure this time that I am innocent
I am sure that I am innocent.
Since you insist you get your heart content
Since you are insistent on getting what you want.
But make sure you can stand the consequence
Just be prepared for the consequences.
Lyrics © Royalty Network
Written by: Patrick Barrett
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@GeraldThomas-br1jr
Power full song even today
@jhinds27
Lol....for some reason, this song popped in my head and I just started singing it. So I looked it up. I used to hear it on the radio when I was probably 4 or 5 and I remember really loving her voice 😆😁😁😁. Still think her voice is just amazing.
@trelawnny
thank you i grew up palying this song over and over cant believe i found it again.loooove it.
@jenailwynter5163
Iconic calab
@espaciodelespacio
o mi dios he buscado esta cancion por siglos!!! Temazo!!!
@blingblingtv
This song just pop up in my head, I heard it in over 20 yrs
@bluejay9509
Memories of the 90s .
@cdawnie
this song reminds me of when i was in college and is when i was carefree taking care of responsibilities .... just holding it down
@jaylin4eva
Let me make fresh comments. LOL. Love this songgggggg!
@cesevan
love this song