Formed
1967, Kingston, Jamaica
Members
Albert Griffiths, Errol Grandison (1967-73), David Webber (1967-69), Clinton Fearon (1969-87), Gallimore Sutherland (died in January 2017)
2. Gladiators is progressive metalcore band from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA. Lancaster is a cultural hub located amongst five major U.S. cities known for bringing audiences together in the vibrant music scene exclusive to the region. GLADIATORS work tirelessly to set themselves apart and establish a new frontier in the genre of metal. They bring a fresh perspective and direction to a scene that has developed a specific sound.
Members
Michael Hart (vocals), Josh Krantz (guitar), Caleb Stoltzfus (drums), Bernard Stabley (bass)
Chatty Chatty Mouth
the Gladiators Lyrics
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Chatty chatty mouth,
You want to know your culture
(Know your culture)
Your boss is a warrior
Chatty mouth you are a traitor
You both belittle humble
But I and I and I
By the power of Jah-I
We shall overcome
One fine day
Chatty chatty mouth
Be wise and know your culture
(Know your culture)
Your boss shall be lost
And you Chatty Mouth you get blow
Remember Jah say
"The humble of the meek they shall prevail" (oh yeah)
"Hey Mister Chatty Mouth,
You'll get blow
If you won't hear !"
So I and I and I
By the power of Jah-I
We shall overcome
One fine day
Chatty chatty mouth
Be wise and know your culture
(Know your culture)
You and your boss shall be lost
If you won't hear
You will get blow
You shall be weighed in the balance
And found wanting
(Found wanting)
You shall be run into Jah saying :
"It isn't I who have done so and so"
But Jah shall say
"Depart from I, I know you not"
And won't you hear me :
Chatty chatty mouth,
Be wise and know your culture
The Gladiators' song "Chatty Chatty Mouth" is a commentary on the dangers of gossip and the importance of staying true to one's culture. The song begins with an accusation directed at the titular "chatty mouth,” who is identified as a traitor to their culture. The song suggests that this individual is in cahoots with their boss, who is described as a warrior. Both the boss and the chatty mouth are accused of belittling the humble and fighting against the meek.
The lyrics then take on a more hopeful tone as the song declares that "by the power of Jah-I,” the humble and meek will ultimately triumph. The song advises the chatty mouth to "be wise and know your culture" to avoid being lost like their boss. The final stanza warns the chatty mouth that they will be weighed in the balance and found wanting if they don't heed the song's message, and ends with an appeal to depart from false ways and to be true to oneself.
Overall, the song is a powerful call to arms against the dangers of gossip and betrayal, while also stressing the importance of staying true to one's roots and culture.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey mister chatty mouth !
Addressing the person known for talking excessively
Chatty chatty mouth, You want to know your culture (Know your culture)
The talkative person is encouraged to learn about their roots
Your boss is a warrior
The talkative person's employer is a fighter
Chatty mouth you are a traitor
The talkative person is seen as disloyal
You both belittle humble Also fight against the meek (oh yeah).
Both talkative person and boss look down on the weak and the humble
But I and I and I By the power of Jah-I We shall overcome One fine day
The singer believes that they will win over the oppressors with the power of faith
Chatty chatty mouth Be wise and know your culture (Know your culture)
The talkative person is again advised to learn about their heritage
Your boss shall be lost And you Chatty Mouth you get blow Remember Jah say "The humble of the meek they shall prevail" (oh yeah)
The boss and the talkative person will face comeuppance as God only favours the meek and humble
"Hey Mister Chatty Mouth, You'll get blow If you won't hear !" So I and I and I By the power of Jah-I We shall overcome One fine day
The talkative person is warned of consequences if they refuse to listen and the singer again expresses hope in God's help
You and your boss shall be lost If you won't hear You will get blow You shall be weighed in the balance And found wanting
Both the talkative person and boss will fail due to their refusal to listen
(Found wanting) You shall be run into Jah saying : "It isn't I who have done so and so" But Jah shall say "Depart from I, I know you not" And won't you hear me :
The talkative person will claim innocence but will be punished by God as they refused to listen to good advice
Chatty chatty mouth, Be wise and know your culture
The theme of the song is repeated as a final message
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Written by: ALBERT WASHINGTON GRIFFITHS
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Hey mister chatty mouth!
Chatty, chatty mouth
You want to know your culture (know your culture)
Chatty, chatty mouth
You want to know your culture (know your culture)
Your boss is a warrior
Chatty mouth you are a traitor
You both belittle the humble
Also fight against the meek, oh yeah
But I and I and I, by the power of Jah
We shall overcome, one fine day..
Chatty, chatty mouth
Be wise and know your culture (know your culture)
Chatty, chatty mouth
Be wise and know your culture (know your culture)
Your boss shall be lost
And you chatty mouth you'll get blow
Remember Jah say
The humble and the meek, they shall prevail, oh yeah
(..)
You mister chatty mouth!
You'll get a blow!
If you won't hear
But I and I and I, by the power of Jah
We shall overcome, one fine day..
Chatty, chatty mouth
Be wise and know your culture (know your culture)
Chatty, chatty mouth
Be wise and know your culture (know your culture)
You and your boss shall be lost
If you won't hear
You'll get a blow, hey!
You shall be weighed in the balance
And found wanting (found wanting)
An then you running to Jah, saying:
"It isn't I who have done so and so"
But Jah shall say: "Depart from I, I know you not"
Won't you hear me?
Chatty, chatty mouth
Be wise and know your culture
I'mma tell you!
Chatty, chatty mouth
Better be wise, I'mma tellin' you
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Não tem pra ninguém!!! Maranhão- São Luís, Ilha do amor ❤
@andrewlemerond4374
I am grateful I am amongst thee 649,561 of us, may Thee bless us all on this fine day.
@jerydrinks8079
Essa banda mesmo o cantor principal tendo falecido é uma banda especial que chegou prá ficar nos nossos corações ❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Most underrated reggae groups ever
@camskittle4841
10+
@christianverdin565
Le meilleur album reggae que j'ai pus écouter et qui le restera toute ma vie
@clecio1055
The Gladiators é clássico do reggae!!!
@abssollie6043
Won't comment.. So deep, Azimio poleni sana.. We one but kichapo ilikua lazima.... Bless 🇰🇪
@cristianostifler8678
Lembranças boas em 2005 com meus amigos bebendo cachaça e desfrutando desse som
@brunoflorido6399
umas das melhores bandas ...grifitts i Clinton juntos pura nestalgia ...esse cd é só as melhores ....