'Pipe' and 'Bread' teamed up with two other singers after that, Oswald Downes and Norman Davis, and recorded the single "Gold Digger" for producer, Lloyd "Matador" Daley. From there they went on to work with Coxsone Dodd's famous Studio One label recording label, considered the "Motown" of Jamaica.
They recorded a number of singles there, and were also billed as the Classics, in addition to their Wailing Souls name. In the early 70's, the Souls recorded for Bob Marley's Tuff Gong label, as Pipe and The Pipes. There at Tuff Gong they had hits with "Harbor Shark" and "Back Biter". The groups vocal power, and song writing ability has kept the group in the spotlight, and in 1974 the group changed again when Downes and David left and 'Buddy' Haye rejoined. The 'godfather of reggae', Joe Higgs, also worked with the group in the mid-70's, but left to work with Jimmy Cliff as his musical director on tour.
The group entered another era of their careers as they began work with famed producer "Jo Jo" Hookim and his Channel One label. With Hookim, they recorded more classics like "Things and Times," "Joy With Your Heart," and "Very Well." Shortly after in 1976, Rudolph 'Garth' Dennis one of founding members of Black Uhuru, joined the group.
The Souls then started their own label in 1977 called Massive, and hit with their first singles "Bredda Gravilicious" and "Feel The Spirit." In the early 80's the quartet worked with a number of hot producers including Sly and Robbie recording "Old Broom"on their Taxi Label, "Fire House Rock" for "Junjo" Lawes' Volcano Label, and for producer/singer Linval Thompson.
Their touring and recording continued throughout the 80's. After recording these classic tracks for genius producer King Jammy in 1988-89, the group broke up again, but Pipe and Bread have continued the Wailing Souls on their own throughout the 90's recording (two Grammy nominated albums included) and touring worldwide. 'Garth' Dennis rejoined Black Uhuru to work with them in the early/mid 90's and "Buddy" Haye has taken a leave from singing since.
What Is Your Meaning
Wailing Souls Lyrics
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What is your meaning, when you say love, oh yeah
What is your meaning, when you say love, love, love, love, yeah
What is your meaning, when you say love
Every day you say you love
And your actions speak untruth
Every day you say you do
Love is understanding
Love is pure
So love yourself first
And you will know to love others
What is your meaning, when you say love, love, love, yeah
What is your meaning, when you say love, oh yeah
What is your meaning, when you say love, love, love, love, yeah
What is your meaning, when you say love
Many say they love
But they know not what it means
For by your own eyes you can see
So if your wish didn't come true
Don't go make love look blue
For love is pure
And there is no fear
What is your meaning, when you say love, love, love, yeah
What is your meaning, when you say love, oh yeah
What is your meaning, when you say love, love, love, yeah
What is your meaning, when you say love, oh yeah
What is your meaning, when you say love, love, love, love, yeah
What is your meaning, when you say love, oh yeah
What is your meaning, when you say love, love, love, yeah
What is your meaning, when you say love
The Wailing Souls' song "What is Your Meaning" addresses a common issue in relationships: the confusion surrounding the meaning of love. The lyrics question what people mean when they say "love," as there are many different interpretations of love, and not everyone experiences or expresses it in the same way. The song's message is that true love is pure and understanding, and it begins with loving yourself first. The second verse highlights the fact that many people say they love someone without truly understanding what love means, leading to misunderstandings and disappointment. The chorus repeats the question, urging people to examine and understand their own meaning of love before expressing it to others.
Overall, the song is a plea for sincere and honest expressions of love, and a reminder that love is important but not always easy to define.
Line by Line Meaning
What is your meaning, when you say love, love, love, yeah
What does love really mean to you when you keep repeating it?
What is your meaning, when you say love, oh yeah
When you speak of love, what exactly do you mean?
What is your meaning, when you say love, love, love, love, yeah
Repeating the word love multiple times doesn't give it a clearer meaning, so tell me exactly what it means to you.
What is your meaning, when you say love
I need to know what love signifies for you when you say it.
Every day you say you love
You express your love every day.
And your actions speak untruth
However, your behavior doesn't always align with your words.
Every day you say you do
You also claim to carry out loving actions daily.
And you make love look so blue
But somehow, you make love seem sad and unfulfilling.
Love is understanding
Love is a deep comprehension of others.
Love is pure
Love is a genuine and sincere emotion.
So love yourself first
You need to show love to yourself before you can love anyone else.
And you will know to love others
Once you truly appreciate and care for yourself, you'll be able to show love to others genuinely.
Many say they love
Plenty of people claim to love.
But they know not what it means
However, they don't comprehend the true essence of loving.
For by your own eyes you can see
What you observe with your own eyes is the best way to understand.
So if your wish didn't come true
If your expectations weren't met,
Don't go make love look blue
Don't make love seem miserable and unsatisfying.
And there is no fear
In true love, there is no room for fear.
What is your meaning, when you say love, oh yeah
Again, what do you exactly mean when you say love?
What is your meaning, when you say love, love, love, yeah
Repeating the word love again, what is it supposed to convey?
What is your meaning, when you say love, love, love, love, yeah
Saying love over and over doesn't give clarity, so communicate what it truly signifies to you.
What is your meaning, when you say love, yeah
What is the meaning behind your usage of the word love?
Writer(s): Matthews Winston
Contributed by Bentley D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@flaccidego9468
'Love is understanding
Love is Pure
So love yourself first, and you will know to love others'
Much truth, respect
@TrueKing
Arthur Fonzarelli ❤️💛💚
@josec1538
Truth. Learned that after my ex gf broke up with me cuz of bad habits that I hid from her. I joined therapy but shit got way worse for me mentally and when she tried to get back and be here for me I pushed her away. Now I’m Irie and I can communicate and love myself but she gone and doesn’t want to talk. Communication wasn’t good at that time
@Yampos.3irlbrunkter3693
Шикарный реґґи слушаю каждый день!!! 😊
@zumazoutra
I consider this an healing song! Conscious beat and lyrics
@phillipsegarra986
RESPECT TO WAILING SOULS. I GREW UP TO MY DAD PLAYING THIS I LOVE THE ROOTS I WAS BORN WITH IT. BLESS SAN DIEGO RASTACAPITAL
@paulrosado6431
How can 35 people not love and appreciate this pure and beautiful chant?... They have either never loved themselves or anyone else. That's just my opinion of course, to each their own... One love to all
@paulawells4809
This song is healing , one love xx
@alessandromacedo8592
Esse reggae e de mais
@octavioceja6754
Big up tune definitely one of my favorite nough respect to Wailing Souls Reggae is life!