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)
Mix Up
the Gladiators Lyrics
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By pushing me mouth in something I can't prove (no, no, no)
I-man don't take hearsay (hearsay)
Them kind of things bring mix up (mix up, mix up)
I-man no say what next man say (next man say)
I like to prove things for I-self (for I-self)
2) So I take a walk from 6th street
Trying to prove something
From corner to corner you can hear
Yes, the youth dem a shout:
Natty dread, yes them dread
3) Natty dread, natty rule
Natty cool, (cool-cool natty dread)
Yes them dread
For they stand up in Babylon
repeat 2)
repeat 3)
repeat 3)
I-man don't like to get mix up.......
repeat 2)
repeat 3)
repeat 3)
The Gladiators' song "Mix Up" is a commentary on the dangers of hearsay and misinformation, and the importance of seeking truth for oneself. The lyrics emphasize the importance of not getting caught up in rumors or gossip, and instead taking the time to investigate and form one's own opinions. The opening lines, "I-man don't like to get mix up, by pushing me mouth in something I can't prove" suggest that the singer is aware of the potential consequences of speaking without proper evidence.
The second verse serves as a specific example of the singer's commitment to finding the truth. He takes a walk through the streets in an attempt to prove his point, and the repeated refrain of "Natty dread, yes them dread" indicates that he is finding support from the people around him. The final verse reinforces the idea that the truth is on the side of the oppressed, as the "natty dreads" stand up against the oppressive forces of "Babylon."
Overall, "Mix Up" is a powerful call to action for listeners to resist the temptation of being misled by others and instead take responsibility for seeking truth and justice in their own lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I-man don't like to get mix up (mix up, mix up)
I, as a person, do not like to get involved in situations that are confusing or unclear.
By pushing me mouth in something I can't prove (no, no, no)
I do not want to say something that I cannot prove or substantiate as true.
I-man don't take hearsay (hearsay)
I do not believe in rumors or information that cannot be verified.
Them kind of things bring mix up (mix up, mix up)
Those types of things can lead to misunderstandings and confusion.
I-man no say what next man say (next man say)
I do not repeat or spread what others say without being able to confirm it myself.
I like to prove things for I-self (for I-self)
I prefer to verify and confirm things for myself before accepting them as true.
So I take a walk from 6th street
I went for a walk, starting from 6th street.
Trying to prove something
I was attempting to verify or confirm something.
Going to the bottom of 8th street
I walked all the way down to the end of 8th street.
From corner to corner you can hear
As I walked, I could hear people shouting from all different directions.
Yes, the youth dem a shout:
The young people were shouting:
Natty dread, yes them dread
Referring to people with dreadlocks, as a sign of their pride in African heritage and resistance to Babylonian oppression.
Natty dread, natty rule
People with dreadlocks are powerful and in control.
Natty cool, (cool-cool natty dread)
People with dreadlocks are calm and collected.
For they stand up in Babylon
People with dreadlocks resist Babylonian oppression and stand up for their rights.
Contributed by Lily O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ismaelgoros532
I-man don't like to get mix up (mix up, mix up)
By pushing me mouth in
Something I can't prove (no, no, no)
I-man don't take hearsay (hearsay)
Dem kind of things bring mix up (mix up, mix up)
I-man no say what next man say (next man say)
I like to prove things for I-self (for I-self)
So I take a walk from 6th street
Trying to prove something
Going to the bottom of 8th street
From corner to corner you can hear
Yes, the youths dem a shout
Natty Dread, yes them dread
Natty Dread, Natty rule
Natty cool (cool-cool Natty Dread)
Yes, them dread
For they stand up in Babylon
Natty dread, Natty rule
Natty cool (cool-cool Natty Dread)
(..)
So I take a walk from 6th street
Trying to prove something
Going to the bottom of 8th street
From corner to corner you can hear
Yes, the youths dem a shout
Natty Dread, yes them dread
Natty Dread, Natty rule
Natty cool (cool-cool Natty Dread)
Yes, them dread
For they stand up in Babylon
Natty dread, Natty rule
Natty cool (cool-cool Natty Dread)
Natty Dread, Natty rule
Natty cool (cool-cool Natty Dread)
Yes, them dread
For they stand up in Babylon💯🦁🌏🌎🌍🇯🇲🇬🇭🇯🇲🇬🇭👌🔥🔥
@johnkuthe1
I LOVE The Gladiators. We have this one Album mixed in with all of Rock and Roll and Punk Rock albums. :-)
@Dayannesacode
Fyah 🔥
@simonnjau685
Music for the soul
@natansouza92.
Rip great albert Griffiths
@lindjohn5141
🌹🙏🎶🎶💯🆙💚💛🖤
@Shishi_Sp
OMG such a great group and song!!!
@lindjohn5141
Oh yeah 💚💛🖤🌹🙏
@star5928
i dont like to get mixup - i dont take hearsay - dem kina ting bring mix up..i like to prove things for i self...jah ras tafari....natty dread natty cool natty dread...natty cool cause dem stand up in babylon. TOPS roots rock reggae
@katharinavandewinkel7506
My Favorit this group Long time ago
@leonardo4273
Meu Reggae Roots 😉👍