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)
Nyahbingi Marching On
the Gladiators Lyrics
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Nyabingi marching on to the promised land we love
Africa, our home, we must go
Nyabingi marching on under the red, green and gold
Nyabingi marching on under the banner of love
Take up thy bed and walk
Freedom is just around the bend
This is the call from the rastaman
Take up thy bed and walk
Freedom is just around the bend
Nyabingi marching on under the red, green and gold
Nyabingi marching on under the banner of love
The Gladiators' song "Nyahbingi Marching On" is a call for African unity and liberation. The repetition of "Nyabingi marching on" creates a feeling of solidarity and determination. The colors red, green, and gold appear frequently in Rastafarianism and pan-Africanism, symbolizing the blood shed, the natural abundance and beauty, and the wealth of the land, respectively. This song encourages African people to return to their home continent, where they belong.
The "niyaman" and "rastaman" references are likely to Rastafarian beliefs, which emphasize personal redemption and self-reliance. "Take up thy bed and walk" is a reference to a biblical story where Jesus healed a paralyzed man and told him to take up his mat and walk, demonstrating the healing and transformative power of faith. The repetition of the phrase "Freedom is just around the bend" is similarly uplifting and inspiring.
Line by Line Meaning
Nyabingi marching on under the red, green and gold
We are marching on with the colors of our beloved Africa - red, green and gold - as a symbol of our strength and unity
Nyabingi marching on to the promised land we love
We are moving forward towards our dreamland, a place we love and cherish in our hearts
Africa, our home, we must go
We must journey back to our ancestral home, Africa, the place that we truly belong
Nyabingi marching on under the banner of love
Our movement is fueled by a deep love for humanity and a desire for justice and equality for all
This is the call from the niyaman
The leaders of our movement are calling out to us
Take up thy bed and walk
We need to take action and move forward towards our goal
Freedom is just around the bend
We believe that liberation is within reach and that we will soon overcome our struggles and achieve our freedom
This is the call from the rastaman
The spiritual leaders of our movement are also calling out to us
Contributed by Addison H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Keses Kied Mweker-Liderewes
Nyah marches on. Beautiful. Thanks uploader
Haren Russel Samson Makaea
Yayurr.!Freedom is just around the bend. Thank you to my bro Frederick for all the awesome music he introduced me to. Wide and varied selection of alternative music 🎶.. ❤️ Beautiful music 🎶 beautiful my brother 👍🎶💲💲💲
Iron Will
Respect!
Sébastien Hirzel
Rip légende 🙏🙏🙏🌟🌟🌟
Elements forEver
Big upp the Dan Dada Crew.
Lind🎶John🎶
👊 👊🏾
76shakes
big. tune
Haren Russel Samson Makaea
Yayur 😉