Brethrens and sistren, when did we start doing the things that we fought against to each other? We must admit that some of us are getting trapped in Babylon system. What does it gain a man to have all the money in the world, and lose his soul? Money only buy things - things that you cannot take with you when your journey on creation is end.
I man have being vibeing all this madness that's going on. Brothers and Sisters are rushing each other over money. Brethrens beware of money, money is the roots of all evil. Lets all go back to the days of Old. Look where money and riches got anyone. I Spear would rather be friends with the animal than to be a target for Babylon. Yes come let us yada out of Babylon system. Where is the love gone? Look at what we are allowing ourselves to become.
Money can not buy happiness or health. If you fight with Babylon system you will lose with Babylon system. All what you think you will gain will never make you happy. Fire is going to burn all of those that turn their back on Jah the Creator and embrace Babylon system in turns of the court House. There will be weeping and wailing and mourning. If you make your bed in hell, that is where you will sleep.
In life there are no miss opportunity. Jah have his plan.
Jah is I man light and salvation who shall I fear. I will never loss my identity. Spear will stand strong and keep on looking Far Over. Our Music I will fight for, not to become rich, but for my grandchildren so they will know about our great leaders that fight for our rights.
Look at what Jamaica Tourism Board have done to Jamaica. Because they only have one slogan they forget how rich Jamaica are in history and culture. They have chase away the people that use to support Jamaica in the 70's and 80's. I will open my own tourist board and show them that People would like to come to Jamaica. The tourist board would never embrace Burning Spear. I man is too acoustic. All who have ear will hear, and all with eyes will see us 700 strong in a Garvey Lawn under the Order of Marcus Garvey, and acoustic vibes of all who gave they life for freedom.
People of the World dust off your passport, come forward to Jamaica. Irie Jamaica, feel the love of the people. Don't lock yourself away in hotel rooms.
I man have return to Jamaica more often these days, and I am from the Parish of St Ann's Bay. I have record several album in my Parish. When I hear what radio stations are playing in Jamaica I man was ashamed. I would like to send them a play list from around the world so they can see what young people are playing.
At a earlier time we were fighting against the system, now we are using the system to fight against ourselves. We are defeating Ourself. I, Burning Spear, stand strong. I am the master of I man faith. I am the captain of my soul. Don't forget to buy your ticket for 700 Strong. And pick up a copy of Our Music Jah know we can't refuse it.
Keep the Spear Burning
One Love. Peace.
March 24, 2006
March 14, 2006
Langerado Music Festival
Burning Spear would like to big up Ben Harper for his warm embrace. Thank you Mr. Ben Harper for you warm feeling. The love I felt from you touch I man heart. Respect always.
We would like to thank the staff of the Langerado Music Festival. They were a pleasure to work with. The vibe was Irie. Yes, let's not forget the fans. Great festival with wonderful fans and staff. Hope to be invited again.
Special thanks to Ethan Schwartz for booking the Creation Rebel on this wonderful festival.
We would like to thank the staff of the Langerado Music Festival. They were a pleasure to work with. The vibe was Irie. Yes, let's not forget the fans. Great festival with wonderful fans and staff. Hope to be invited again.
Special thanks to Ethan Schwartz for booking the Creation Rebel on this wonderful festival.
March 07, 2006
Tell The Youth The Truth
My roots I will never forget, I will always remember the road I travel for More than 35 Years.
I man would like to say respect to Heartbeat Records for donating $1000.00 to the St. Ann's Bay Infirmary.
On August 12, 2006 I Man will be singing for Justice and Peace. I will sing for the young man who sits in the corner by the walls of the infirmary. He cannot walk or talk and know no mother or father.
I man will sing for my friend who shout out my name Rebe, short for Creation Rebel. Look where I end up.
So much time have wasted on foolish idea now its time for I Man to focus on Jah plans. Just as the Dove appear to I man on that bright morning January 1, 2006 while I bathe in Jah ocean on reggae beach.
The creator will surround all 700 of His chosen people on August 12. No, weak Heart cannot enter. We will all sip from the musical cup of Peace.
I stand strong and free. No more hide and seek, no more hot bread and butter. I Spear not coming for your supper. I open I man heart to all of my fans by opening my secret place to you.
It is good when a man or woman can think for themselves. Wise man mouth is always close. Only the fools speak too much.
They can't catch I man. I appreciate the words my mother say to me: "Son be careful, think before you move." The creator Bless and keep all mothers.
Mothers tell the youth the truth. Yes big, big, big embarrassment. Son I am not your father but your mother his your mother. Daughter I am not your father but your mother is your mother.
He who know the right and do it not shall be spank with many stripe. Yes mother, tell the youth the truth.
Music is what I have and music is what I will give. This is the concert I man have being praying for. The horns and drums will combine with the wave of the sea to create music of harmony.
I will beat my congas and send a message to all the People Of The World. The congas will say "have no fear I Burning Spear is here." Look I man in the eyes and don't you cry. Shout it out loud and clear and have no fear as I take you on a musical ride. Don't talk about Miami or Toronto, Canada. The Big Apple or Manhattan. Lets rock in time on Garvey lawn with Mr. Music.
I Spear love like every other man. Yes Spear love sweet, sweet love. So come roots and rock reggae with I man. Tell me what love can do to you. People can you tickle my soul. Are you going to allow I man to grow too old before you tickle I man soul? What more can I do to say thank you to all my fans for all these year of support?
To photo lady: thank you for your kind words. Yes my sister, I man is on a journey, we will all meet at the bank of the beautiful river right over there. Your prayer have kept I man strong. It's not easy to be Burning Spear. They can't hurt I man with their Babylon system. I am protected by all of you who know I man. Only the Fittest Of the Fittest can survive.
This wood is dry but still heavy. I am the original Creation Rebel. So when the Sun goes down I will call on all of you. Are you ready?
There will be no need for VIP pass, since all 700 strong will be VIP. No, wolf in sheep clothing will not be there also. No, reggae hustler will not be welcome.
No, Rascal will not be allowed to enter Jah Holy lawn. I am here to sing Our Music. Yes, I man cannot refuse it so you should never never point your finger at the old Rastaman or never you talk too much. Lets try again because mistake carry no face.
Are you my friend neighbor or enemy, who are you? We can show the world that we can live together. In Africa they use to chain us together. Yes we can be happy again and feel happy again. With music that set the mind at peace. Hold them little Garvey hold them, show them that we can get tough. Walk your walk to the record store for a copy of Our Music and let the lyric set your mind at peace so when we meet again you can sing along with I man.
Some people want to surround I to bring I man down, but little did they know I will never give up my throne.
Jah Bless, One Love, Keep the Spear Burning. Tell the youth the truth.
Peace.
I man would like to say respect to Heartbeat Records for donating $1000.00 to the St. Ann's Bay Infirmary.
On August 12, 2006 I Man will be singing for Justice and Peace. I will sing for the young man who sits in the corner by the walls of the infirmary. He cannot walk or talk and know no mother or father.
I man will sing for my friend who shout out my name Rebe, short for Creation Rebel. Look where I end up.
So much time have wasted on foolish idea now its time for I Man to focus on Jah plans. Just as the Dove appear to I man on that bright morning January 1, 2006 while I bathe in Jah ocean on reggae beach.
The creator will surround all 700 of His chosen people on August 12. No, weak Heart cannot enter. We will all sip from the musical cup of Peace.
I stand strong and free. No more hide and seek, no more hot bread and butter. I Spear not coming for your supper. I open I man heart to all of my fans by opening my secret place to you.
It is good when a man or woman can think for themselves. Wise man mouth is always close. Only the fools speak too much.
They can't catch I man. I appreciate the words my mother say to me: "Son be careful, think before you move." The creator Bless and keep all mothers.
Mothers tell the youth the truth. Yes big, big, big embarrassment. Son I am not your father but your mother his your mother. Daughter I am not your father but your mother is your mother.
He who know the right and do it not shall be spank with many stripe. Yes mother, tell the youth the truth.
Music is what I have and music is what I will give. This is the concert I man have being praying for. The horns and drums will combine with the wave of the sea to create music of harmony.
I will beat my congas and send a message to all the People Of The World. The congas will say "have no fear I Burning Spear is here." Look I man in the eyes and don't you cry. Shout it out loud and clear and have no fear as I take you on a musical ride. Don't talk about Miami or Toronto, Canada. The Big Apple or Manhattan. Lets rock in time on Garvey lawn with Mr. Music.
I Spear love like every other man. Yes Spear love sweet, sweet love. So come roots and rock reggae with I man. Tell me what love can do to you. People can you tickle my soul. Are you going to allow I man to grow too old before you tickle I man soul? What more can I do to say thank you to all my fans for all these year of support?
To photo lady: thank you for your kind words. Yes my sister, I man is on a journey, we will all meet at the bank of the beautiful river right over there. Your prayer have kept I man strong. It's not easy to be Burning Spear. They can't hurt I man with their Babylon system. I am protected by all of you who know I man. Only the Fittest Of the Fittest can survive.
This wood is dry but still heavy. I am the original Creation Rebel. So when the Sun goes down I will call on all of you. Are you ready?
There will be no need for VIP pass, since all 700 strong will be VIP. No, wolf in sheep clothing will not be there also. No, reggae hustler will not be welcome.
No, Rascal will not be allowed to enter Jah Holy lawn. I am here to sing Our Music. Yes, I man cannot refuse it so you should never never point your finger at the old Rastaman or never you talk too much. Lets try again because mistake carry no face.
Are you my friend neighbor or enemy, who are you? We can show the world that we can live together. In Africa they use to chain us together. Yes we can be happy again and feel happy again. With music that set the mind at peace. Hold them little Garvey hold them, show them that we can get tough. Walk your walk to the record store for a copy of Our Music and let the lyric set your mind at peace so when we meet again you can sing along with I man.
Some people want to surround I to bring I man down, but little did they know I will never give up my throne.
Jah Bless, One Love, Keep the Spear Burning. Tell the youth the truth.
Peace.
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