Ziggy learned Rastafari faith from his parents and had access to some of the world's best reggae musicians in the comp band of his father – the legendary reggae Wailers. Ziggy Marley first sat in on recording sessions with Bob Marley and the Wailers when he was around 10 years old. Joining with his three siblings to become The Melody Makers, Ziggy crafted his own soulful sound blending blues, RnB, hip-hop and roots reggae.
After their first two albums, Play The Game Right (1985) and Hey World! (1986), The Melody Makers earned their first Grammy (Best Reggae Recording) for Conscious Party (1988), an album produced by Talking Heads Chris Frantz and Tina Weymouth which included the hit songs "Tomorrow People" and "Tumbling Down."
Subsequent albums included the Grammy-winning One Bright Day (1989), Jamekya (1991), Joy and Blues (1993), Free Like We Want 2 B (1995), their third Grammy winner Fallen is Babylon (1997), Spirit of Music (1999) and Ziggy Marley & the Melody Makers Live, Vol 1 (2000), which featured some of their biggest hits as well as a cover of Bob Marley's "Could You Be Loved."
While selling records by the millions and selling out countless concerts with the Melody Makers, including a recent European tour, Ziggy Marley has never lost sight of his foundation of faith, fellowship and family.
After two decades as the driving creative force behind The Melody Makers, Ziggy stepped out on his own with his first solo album, Dragonfly (2003). Never content to rehash the success of his past, Ziggy uses Dragonfly to explore new ground and create his own distinctive musical identity as a solo artist.
"Working on my own gave me a chance to take my time and experiment a lot," Ziggy says of the material on Dragonfly." It took one year to finish this record. It's the longest I've ever worked on a album. It's different when you on your own. At some point it's scary and then at another it's a drive that makes you focus more."
Although the members of the most close-knit musical families often yearn to step out on their own, for Ziggy, a solo debut was not a long-awaited goal. "It's not something that I wished for since I began doing music," he says. "It was just the circumstances, and I wanted to be true to myself and what I feel. The record has strong messages and it feels good."
In addition to being Ziggy's first album of solo material, for Dragonfly he felt it was time for a change of scene. "Usually we record in Kingston. These songs were written in Jamaica and recorded in America. I did the first set of recordings in a house in Miami and then went to L.A. rented a house, set up my equipment and basically did the rest there. I left Jamaica for a while, because as an artist I need to experience different things, to see the world and have different energies. Living in one place is not good for me and I was tired of making music in a studio setting. I wanted it to be more like everyday life a part of me.
"As an individual, I've opened up more by traveling outside Jamaica, and I've been more able to be open to people and ideas. It helps me to grow as a person to be outside of my element; to be on my own in a strange place meeting people. That's good for me not to be in my secure domain."
The evidence of that growth is everywhere on Dragonfly.
On July 2nd, 2006, Ziggy released his second album, Love is My Religion. He states "This album is from my heart," and he feels that he embraces his spiritual and emotional side of life. This album show Ziggy coming into his own as an artist, as he wrote all of the songs for the album and played nearly all of the instruments.
Love is My Religion is a testament to Ziggy Marley's talent as he follows in the footsteps of his father, the Legend.
Music Is in Everything
Ziggy Marley Lyrics
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Listen to the ocean sing
Music is in everything
Listen to the ocean sing
Music is in everything
Listen to the ocean sing
Music is in everything
Listen to the ocean sing
Tree dance as the wind blows
Clap your hands and you'll know
Music is in everything
Pots and pans they make good sound
Families now gather round
There's a concert Saturday afternoon (Saturday afternoon)
Join us in the kitchen
As we make our rhythm
Grandma, Grandpa you'll be dancing too (you'll be dancing too)
Make a rice shaker (shaker)
Let's eat dinner later
Raindrops really locked into the groove (locked into the groove)
Laughing is a nice sound
Spreading joy all around
Have you heard the river's latest tune?
Music is in everything
Listen to the birds, they sing
Music is in everything
Listen to the birds, they sing
Music is in everything
Listen to the birds, they sing
Music is in everything
Listen to the birds, they sing
The bee dance as the honey flows
Stomp your feet and you'll know
Music is in everything
Pots and pans they make good sound
Families now gather round
There's a concert Saturday afternoon (Saturday afternoon)
Join us in the kitchen
As we make our rhythm
Uncle, Auntie you'll be dancing too (you'll be dancing too)
Make a rice shaker (shaker)
Let's eat dinner later
Raindrops really locked into the groove (locked into the groove)
Laughing is a nice sound
Spreading joy all around
and have you heard the river's latest tune?
Music is in everything
Listen to the ocean sing
Music is in everything
Listen to the birds, they sing
Music is in everything
Listen to the ocean sing
Music is in everything
Listen to the birds, they sing
Music is in everything
Listen to the ocean sing
Music is in everything
Listen to the birds, they sing
Music is in everything
Listen to the ocean sing
Music is in everything
Listen to the birds, they sing
The lyrics to Ziggy Marley's song Music Is in Everything celebrate the idea that music is an integral part of the natural world and of human life. The repetition of the phrase "music is in everything" emphasizes this idea, encouraging listeners to open their ears and appreciate the many different sources of musical inspiration around them.
The lyrics describe a variety of everyday sounds and experiences that can be transformed into music with a little creativity and imagination. The wind blowing through trees, the sound of pots and pans, and the movements of bees and birds can all be turned into music with the right attitude and approach. The song encourages people to come together and create music as a community, with instruments as simple as a rice shaker.
Overall, the lyrics to "Music Is in Everything" celebrate the richness and diversity of the natural world, encouraging listeners to appreciate the many different sources of inspiration around them and to make music a part of their daily lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Music is in everything
The presence of music can be found in all things in the natural world and everyday life
Listen to the ocean sing
Experience the musical quality of the natural world by paying attention to its sounds, specifically the ocean's calming rhythm
Tree dance as the wind blows
The movement of the trees swaying in the wind can be interpreted as a dance, showing that music and movement are interchangeable in nature
Clap your hands and you'll know
By clapping your hands, you can create music and connect with the inherent musicality of the world
Pots and pans they make good sound
Even the most everyday objects, like cooking utensils and tools, can create interesting and rhythmic sounds
Families now gather round
Music has the power to bring people together, specifically through communal activities like cooking and dancing
Join us in the kitchen
The kitchen can be a gathering place for making music and strengthening familial relationships
As we make our rhythm
The act of creating music together reinforces the idea that rhythm and harmony can be found in everyday life
Grandma, Grandpa you'll be dancing too
Music can be enjoyed by people of all ages, and even older generations should feel encouraged to participate in musical activities
Raindrops really locked into the groove
The sound of raindrops falling can be heard as a part of the natural rhythm, demonstrating that music can even be found in simple patterns of sound
Laughing is a nice sound
The sound of laughter can be interpreted as a form of music and expression that brings joy and happiness
Spreading joy all around
Music has the power to uplift people's spirits and create a joyful environment
Have you heard the river's latest tune?
Every sound that occurs in the natural world, including the babbling of a river, can be interpreted as a musical tune
Listen to the birds, they sing
The natural sounds produced by birds can be appreciated as a form of music, showcasing the beauty of the natural world
The bee dance as the honey flows
The movement of bees flying and collecting nectar can be viewed as a form of dance or musical performance
Stomp your feet and you'll know
The act of stomping your feet creates a rhythmic beat, emphasizing the idea that music can be created from everyday actions
Uncle, Auntie you'll be dancing too
Encouraging family members of all ages to participate in musical activities reinforces the idea of music being a unifying and connective force in life
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: David Marley
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Neat Technologiestz
This is a kind of product when minds live in a higher vibration.... Human experience on another wavelength..... Big up Brother Ziggy... Respect from Tanzania
Kirbie Rose
As a mom to a toddler, I just want to say thank you so much for this fun and positive music for our children. Like Paul Izak says, "nourishing the young roots grows a strong tree, foundation for community" 💞
B S
Music IS in everything🎶🎶🎶☀️🌈😃
Robert Faro
The album we needed.
Jacky L Modimokwane
Best track on this album
Adrienne Woodfork
Love me music 🎶🎼🥁🎸🎹
Ernan Barboza
🇧🇷👍👏
Fatma Menidjel
Fatima🔯✝️Oooh YESSS ! ❤️🙏🏼
Farnaz Khan
Underrated!
Oliver Memito
🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩indonesia one love❤️💛💚