Roots
Tyler Steven Lyrics
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Play I some music, (dis a) reggae music
Roots, rock, reggae, dis a reggae music
Roots, rock, reggae, dis a reggae music
Hey, mister music, sure sounds good to me
I can't refuse it, what to be got to be
Feel like dancing, dance 'cause we are free
Roots, rock, reggae, dis a reggae music
Roots, rock, reggae, yeah, dis a reggae music
Play I some music, dis a reggae music
Play I some music, dis a reggae music
Play I on the R and B, wo-oh, want all my people to see
We're bubblin' on the Top 100, just like a mighty dread
Play I on the R and B, want all my people to see
We bubblin' on the top one hundred, just like a mighty dread
Roots, rock, reggae, dis a reggae music, uh-uh
Roots, rock, reggae, ee-mi duba, dis a reggae music
Play I some music (dis a reggae music)
Play I some music (dis a reggae music)
(Dis a reggae music)
(Dis a reggae music)
Play I on the R and B, I want all my people to see (doo-doo-doo-doo)
We bubblin' on the Top 100 just like a mighty dread
(Doo, doo, doo, doo)
Play I some music (dis a) reggae music
Play I some music (dis a) reggae music
(Dis a reggae music)
(Dis a reggae music)
Tyler Steven's song Roots Rock Reggae is an ode to the Jamaican music genre of reggae. The song opens with the chorus, "Play I some music, (dis a) reggae music / Roots, rock, reggae, dis a reggae music." Here, the singer is asking someone to play reggae music and emphasizing its roots, rock, and reggae elements. The song continues with the singer reveling in the music, proclaiming its goodness and how he cannot resist dancing to it. He also makes a point to say that reggae music is "free," suggesting that it is a music of liberation.
The chorus repeats throughout the song, with variations in between. For instance, in one part of the song, the singer asks for R&B to be played as well, but only if it's going to show people that they are "bubblin' on the Top 100, just like a mighty dread." This line is particularly interesting as it speaks to the popularity and impact of Jamaican music both in Jamaica and around the world. It also highlights the pride the singer has in their music and its ability to compete with other genres in the mainstream.
Line by Line Meaning
Play I some music, (dis a) reggae music
I want to listen to some reggae music
Roots, rock, reggae, dis a reggae music
This is reggae music characterized by the roots, rock, and reggae sound
Hey, mister music, sure sounds good to me
I like this music a lot
I can't refuse it, what to be got to be
I can't resist the feeling to dance to this music
Feel like dancing, dance 'cause we are free
I want to celebrate my freedom by dancing to the music
Play I on the R and B, wo-oh, want all my people to see
I want my fans to recognize my music by playing it on R and B radio
We're bubblin' on the Top 100, just like a mighty dread
My music is picking up momentum and gaining popularity like a powerful force
Roots, rock, reggae, ee-mi duba, dis a reggae music
This is reggae music characterized by the roots, rock, and reggae sound, with an additional rhythmic beat
(Dis a reggae music)
This is definitely reggae music
Play I on the R and B, I want all my people to see (doo-doo-doo-doo)
I want my fans to recognize my music by playing it on R and B radio, repeated with a rhythmic beat
(Dis a reggae music)
This is unmistakably reggae music
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: VINCENT FORD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@l9ois
steven voice fits this song so well
@connies.debenedet4255
This is an awesome tune! I could listen to it all day! I bet Tyler Perry loved this song! Done ❤
@LSN2BOB
I actually like this! I dont usually like when others do Bob's songs, but I am pleasantly surprised! Steven Tyler has always been a cool cat. Not surprised he'd do this at all! Rock on Steven & Bob. One love
@PlayStrato3
if you hear carefully... you can see that the guitar is joe perry :D
@posey2000
Unfortunately, I can't play this music loud enough! This song pierces my ear sensory hair cells and makes them tingle. 😎
@cDill123
I just pulled this CD out. All these yrs, I didn't pay attention to Steven and Joe playing on this. Yess
@Xebax97
Steven Tyler King of Rock AND Bob Marley King Of Reggae THE PERFECT COMBINATION
@jeanoliveros3963
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@lunadekker9374
yessss steven tyler is the king of music!
@AngelkissDj
respect to wat tyler has done in this new opus, his voice perfecrtly fits with da reggae v ibrations n soul spirit.. Big up....