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.
Problems
Ziggy Marley Lyrics
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We people got to solve them
Problems, big problems, small problems
Still we got to solve them
Settle for less is problems
We could do our best and solve them
Problems, problems, problems
We got to solve them
Ain't got no use for what you refuse yourself
Now, why should man abuse, man God like self
All over the world there are problems
Who cause them, sure got the cure
Stop wishing, stop waiting, stop mistaking, problems
Settle for less is problems
We got to do our best and solve them
Stop wishing, stop waiting, stop thinking of a fairy tale
Problems, money problems, woman problems, political problems
Problems, religious problems, race problems, life problems
Problems, personal problems, people problems
We people must solve them
Problems, human problems, the family problems
A know we gonna solve them
Problems, colour problems, any problems
Yes we have to solve them
Ain't got no use for what you refuse yourself
Why should man abuse, man God like self
Hey someone got a problem, personal problem,
People problem, come now let us solve them
The song "Problems" by Ziggy Marley & Melody Makers is a call to action for individuals to confront and overcome the various struggles they face in life, including personal, social, political, and economic issues. The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for these problems and finding solutions instead of simply resigning oneself to them. The lyrics indicate that settling for less or waiting for some external force to solve one's problems is not a effective solution, as it perpetuates the cycle of problems that exist globally.
Throughout the song, the message of self-empowerment and resilience is reinforced. The lines "Ain't got no use for what you refuse yourself / Now, why should man abuse, man God like self" suggest that individuals have the power to control their own fate and should not allow external forces to dictate their actions or beliefs. There is also a recognition of the interconnectedness of humanity and the need for collective action to address the problems faced by individuals and communities.
Overall, "Problems" is a powerful anthem that encourages individuals to take action to address the various problems they face in their lives and in the world around them. It is a reminder that change is possible, but requires effort and determination.
Line by Line Meaning
Problems, personal problems, people problems
We acknowledge that there are inherent issues in the personal and interpersonal spheres that need to be addressed, and it is our responsibility to do so.
We people got to solve them
It is up to us, as a collective, to find solutions to the problems we face.
Problems, big problems, small problems
Challenges come in all shapes and sizes, and regardless of their magnitude, it is imperative that we find ways to overcome them.
Still we got to solve them
We cannot afford to let our problems persist; we must actively seek solutions.
Settle for less is problems
Compromising and accepting less than what we are capable of achieving only exacerbates our problems.
We could do our best and solve them
By applying ourselves to the best of our abilities, we can work towards resolving our issues.
Stop wishing and waiting, stop meditating on a fairy tale
We must stop relying on false hope and wishing for miraculous solutions to our problems; we must take action and make changes happen.
Ain't got no use for what you refuse yourself
Denying ourselves the opportunity to improve our situation is pointless; we only have ourselves to blame if we do not try to make things better.
Now, why should man abuse, man God like self
We should not mistreat or harm others, as humans are made in the image of a higher power and deserve to be treated with dignity and respect.
All over the world there are problems
Around the globe, people face various challenges that must be addressed.
Who cause them, sure got the cure
Those who contribute to the problems must have a solution to rectify them.
Stop wishing, stop waiting, stop mistaking, problems
We must stop allowing our problems to persist by resorting to daydreams, passivity, or misunderstanding of the issues at hand.
Problems, money problems, woman problems, political problems
We face a variety of problems, such as financial, gender-related, and political issues, that must be addressed.
Problems, religious problems, race problems, life problems
Other issues like religious conflicts, racial tensions, and general issues related to life must also be tackled.
Problems, human problems, the family problems
As human beings, we face problems that are relevant to our nature as social creatures, such as issues within our families.
A know we gonna solve them
We are confident that we can find solutions to our problems.
Problems, colour problems, any problems
We must also tackle issues related to race, ethnicity, and other forms of identity.
Yes we have to solve them
We have no choice but to address and solve our problems, no matter how difficult they may seem.
Hey someone got a problem, personal problem, people problem, come now let us solve them
If someone is facing problems on a personal or interpersonal level, we should come together and work towards finding a solution.
Lyrics © Regard Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: DAVID NESTA MARLEY, SHARON MARLEY
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