Tribute to Ruggs
Tribute to Unity: Embracing Love Under JAH Sun
Lyrics
Intro:
Intro
Now whether far or near u come from
Expressing the universality of the message, welcoming everyone regardless of their origin.
This ah Morgan Heritage and Bunny Ruggs ah nuh drum pan (woy)
Morgan Heritage and Bunny Ruggs are not just making music for entertainment; it's a serious message (not a drum pan).
As the man says yeah
Acknowledging agreement or affirmation.
Spa, bah bah deng (Skiddley, bop, bop yeah)
Using nonsensical sounds, adding a playful and rhythmic element to the introduction.
Oh yes
Confirmation or emphasis, possibly in response to the previous statement.
Spa, bah bah deng bap deng (Ites)
Continuation of nonsensical sounds, contributing to the musicality of the intro.
Chorus:
Chorus emphasizing the desire for unity, love, and togetherness beneath the sky and JAH (God).
Why can't we be different?
-(Why tell me why oh why)
-Why can't there be love?
-(Why tell me why oh why)
-Can't we live together?
-(Woy Woy)
-Beneath the sky above
-Why can't we be different?
-(Why tell me why oh why)
-Why can't there be love?
-(Why tell me why oh why)
-Can't we come together?
-(Woy Woy)
-Underneath JAH sun
-Verse:
Beginning of the first verse.
Why mister politician yea
Questioning politicians who are well-off while many suffer.
So big and fat (aye)
Describing politicians as physically big and well-fed.
And so much still ah suffer
Highlighting the contrast between politicians' wealth and the ongoing suffering of the people.
We nah hear enough talk bout that
Expressing the need for more attention to issues affecting the common people.
Yeah people still ah live and people still ah walk
People continue to live their lives despite challenges.
That nuh mean things nice know say things hard
Life may appear okay, but it doesn't mean things are easy.
We hope things come around
Hope for positive change and improvement.
See people smile not frown
Wishing for smiles instead of frowns.
Jah Bunny make a sound
Attributing positive change to Jah Bunny's musical influence.
Chorus:
Repetition of the chorus, reinforcing the plea for unity, love, and togetherness under JAH's guidance.
Why can't we be different?
-(Why tell me why oh why)
-Why can't there be love?
-(Why tell me why oh why)
-Can't we live together?
-(Woy Woy)
-Underneath the sky above
-Why can't we be different?
-(Why tell me why oh why)
-Why can't there be love?
-(Why tell me why oh why)
-Can't we come together?
-(Woy Woy)
-Underneath JAH sun
-Verse:
Beginning of the second verse.
Everyday another trial yeah
Addressing the trials and challenges faced every day.
And everyday another one dead (yeah)
Expressing the unfortunate reality of death occurring regularly.
Why it so hard for man to love one and all?
Questioning the difficulty of showing love to everyone.
Where did this seed of hate come from?
Asking about the origin of hatred and prejudice.
I'll never say that love is long gone
Believing that love still exists, contrary to the prevalent hate.
So Bunny Ruggs ask JAH for me
Seeking JAH's guidance and intervention in understanding the root of hate.
Chorus:
Repetition of the chorus, underlining the persistent call for unity, love, and togetherness.
Why can't we be different?
-(Why tell me why oh why)
-Why can't there be love?
-(Why tell me why oh why)
-Can't we live together?
-(Woy Woy)
-Underneath the sky above
-Why can't we be different?
-(Why tell me why oh why)
-Why can't there be love?
-(Why tell me why oh why)
-Can't we come together?
-(Woy Woy)
-Underneath JAH sun
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