Like many successful Jamaican entertainers, Warrior King gained his earliest stage experience in talent shows. "I started out with school concerts at first," he says. "At the time when I just came inna music, I used to do some combinations with a yout' named Likkle Blacks, Marlon Stewart. We used to do Tastee's Talent Show together, so we could really start getting exposed and gain experience." When he first started out Warrior King chatted in a hardcore deejay style, like his original hero, Bounty. A switch to the more holistic "singjay" sound came gradually. "It's a natural thing what just grow inside of me, even without me realizing," the singer reasons. "People started telling me they hear I can sing now. So, really and truly it's just a natural change." Even his name is an extension of this evolution. "I changed my name from 'Junior King' to 'Warrior King' because it have a more spiritual feel to it. Fighting against oppression, fighting against wrong. I'm Jah warrior, yuh know, fighting a war of rootical love.
Warrior King's 2001 debut single, "Virtuous Woman," was an international smash, its righteous lyrics prompting the Jamaica Observer to declare the singer "one of the artistes who made a difference in 2001." Since that auspicious beginning, Warrior King's compositions have consistently charted not only in his native Jamaica, but throughout the entire Caribbean, as well as New York, London, Tokyo and beyond. "A Friend Indeed" is currently getting heavy rotation in Jamaica, while "Jah Is Always There" was a recent summer smash on Atlanta's More Fire chart. The inclusion of "Never Go Where Pagans Go" on VP Records' compilation set "Reggae Gold 2002" further raised the artist's profile. Also included are "Virtuous Woman," "Never Go Where the Pagans Go" and other compositions that have built Warrior King's reputation.
Now the conscious singer has released his first full-length album. His VP Records debut, Virtuous Woman, features production by such heavy hitters as Sheldon 'Calibud' Stewart, Richard "Chabano" Brown, Lion Paw and Penthouse as well as guest appearances by Jahmali and dub poet, DYCR. With titles like "Love Jah and Live" and "Boast Not Myself," the CD's seventeen tracks are designed, says Warrior King, to "uplift people's heart, mind and soul in a positive way. All of the songs are written by me, through inspiration of the Father. Everybody can relate to a song on the album, I'm sure of that." The album opens up with "Power To Chant," a spiritual invocation of Jah that neatly sets the tone for what's to follow. Each song featured on the cd has a different style, but the message emphasizes purity and truth.
Warrior King believes that education is the key to betterment and hopes that his music will serve to convey the teachings of His Imperial Majesty, Hailie Selassie I. "As a Rastafarian you just don't sing music, you sing music with a purpose and a mission. To the four corners of the Earth," says Warrior King, "I carry my music, and the message of the King. And the message of love, to all people of all races."
Photo & text courtesy of VP Records-Walboomers Music.
http://www.reggae-vibes.com/profiles/warriorking/warriorking.htm
Jah Is Always There
Warrior King Lyrics
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I know jah jah bless me
No wicked heart cant test me
No matter how hard they tryyyy O III
No jah invess me
And ma fanz blessing
Nah go mek di riva run dry
As far as da wind blow from the rest east side
Eye n eye prayes they most seen Oh LOrd!
Empores Hiesillahie seen the judgement of the wicked man key
And i know they must get the feet
So ghetto youth be wise
Open up yuh eyes
And do bring to blue eyes because
I kow jah jah bless me
No wicked heart can test me
No matter how hard they try
No jah invess me
And ma fanz blessin
Na go mek di riva run dry
Why u keep fighting in yuh mind
When yuh know im gonna tell
Part of u is so unkind
Wonder whats under ur bed
Fool [?] part
So clean up yuh eye
What ur gonna say
U should never diss di righteous
Who never make it [?]
I know jah jah bless me
No wicked heart can test me
No matter how hard they try
No jah invess me
And ma fanz blessing
Na go mek di riva run dry
As far as da wind blow far from da east side
Eye n eye prayes they most seen Oh LOrd!
Empore Hiesillahie seen the judgement of the wicked man key
And i know they must get the feet
Ghetto youth be wise
And open up yuh eyes
Because
I know jah jah bless me
No wicked heart cant test me
No matter how hard they tryyyy O III
No jah invess me
And ma fanz blessing
Nah go mek di riva run dry
The lyrics to Warrior King's "Jah Is Always There" showcase the singer's unwavering faith and trust in God or Jah as he calls him. The recurring phrase "Jah bless me" speaks to his gratitude for the blessings in his life and his unshakeable belief that Jah offers him protection and guidance. This conviction is further cemented in the line "No wicked heart cant test me," suggesting that the singer is not intimidated by those who try to challenge him, as he has faith that Jah has his back.
The lyrics also touch on themes of judgment and righteousness, with lines like "Empires Haile Selassie seen the judgment of the wicked man key." This refers to the former emperor of Ethiopia, who is revered by Rastafarians as a prophet and divine figure. The song encourages listeners, particularly young people, to be wise and open their eyes to the truth, rather than being swayed by the negative influences around them.
Line by Line Meaning
I know jah jah bless me
I am fully aware that Jah (God) has blessed me.
No wicked heart cant test me
No one with a cruel heart can defeat me.
No matter how hard they tryyyy O III
No matter how fiercely they try, they cannot defeat me.
No jah invess me
Jah has fully invested in me.
And ma fanz blessing
My fans are always supportive and blessing me.
Nah go mek di riva run dry
I will always have the resources I need to thrive.
As far as da wind blow from the rest east side
I will succeed and be recognized wherever I go, even on the far eastern side of the world.
Eye n eye prayes they most seen Oh LOrd!
I pray that the Lord will see, acknowledge, and answer my prayers.
Empores Hiesillahie seen the judgement of the wicked man key
The Emperor Haile Selassie has witnessed the punishment of evil people.
And i know they must get the feet
I am certain that they will suffer the consequences of their actions.
So ghetto youth be wise
Young people from impoverished backgrounds should be smart and cautious.
Open up yuh eyes
Start paying attention and be alert.
And do bring to blue eyes because
Be aware because deception is common and can happen under any circumstance.
Why u keep fighting in yuh mind
Why do you struggle mentally with yourself?
When yuh know im gonna tell
When you know that I am going to reveal the truth.
Part of u is so unkind
A part of you is unpleasant and negative.
Wonder whats under ur bed
Do you ever wonder what lurks in the dark corners of your mind?
Fool [?] part
Don't be foolish, be sensible instead.
So clean up yuh eye
Clear up your vision and see things clearly.
What ur gonna say
What are you trying to communicate or express?
U should never diss di righteous
You should never harm or criticize those who lead a righteous life.
Who never make it [?]
Don't mock or put down those who succeed through their righteous actions.
Contributed by Henry J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@PJDooWop
Glad to see this song is getting so much recognition. I met Warrior King a few times when this song was put out and saw him in concert. He's a true talent and a very down to earth man.
@mil3ymil3s9
He that walketh uprightly and speaketh the truth in his heart... shall be as Mount Zion which cannot be removed but Abided forever more🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 Raspect 👊🏾👊🏾👎🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾
@boysurf92
IRIE sista bless from Costa Rica :)
@user-bg1ey1pv9x
Big Tune!!!! Still going "Strong" years later...💯💯💯
@choppaskoll7714
Jah has been and will always be there 🙏🏿
@lameckactivated
YAHWEH is always there. Timeless song.
@Englishsoulsister17
Thanks for you for this song. Life is a struggle but with Jah makes it easier for us.
@dun.pree.8754
This never gets old. 2022,23,39.. once I have life i turn it up. Ah big tune trini man say.
@carolsameuls8426
JAH ALMIGHTY Father is always there
@Englishsoulsister17
Thanks for you for this song. Life is a struggle but with Jah makes it easier for us. Jah is always there