Forever Loving Jah
Bob Marley & the Wailers, Bob Marley and the Wailers, Bob Marley
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Woah-oh, ya-ya-ya-ya, oy-oh Yeah-yeah-yeah, yeah-yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah Oh (we'll be forever loving Jah) (We'll be forever loving Jah) Some, they say, see them Walking up the street They say we're going wrong To all the people we meet But-a we won't worry We won't shed no tears We found a way To cast away the fears, forever, yeah (We'll be forever loving Jah) we'll be forever (We'll be forever loving Jah) forever, yes And forever (we'll be forever loving Jah) there'll be no end So, old man river Don't cry for me I've got a running stream Of love, you see So, no matter what stages Oh stages, stages, stages they put us through We'll never be blue No matter what rages Oh rages, changes, rages they put us through We'll never be blue We'll be forever, yeah (We'll be forever loving Jah) we'll be forever (We'll be forever loving Jah) forever, and ever Yes, and forever (we'll be forever loving Jah) 'cause there is no end 'Cause only a fool Lean upon, lean upon his own misunderstanding, oh, yeah And then what has been hidden From the wise and the prudent, been revealed to the babe and the suckling In everything, in every day, I say, yeah (We'll be forever loving Jah) we'll be forever (We'll be forever loving Jah) 'Cause just like a tree Planted, planted by the rivers of water That bringeth forth fruits Bringeth forth fruits in due season Everything in life got its purpose Find its reason In every season, forever, yeah (We'll be forever loving Jah) we'll be forever (We'll be forever loving Jah) on and on and on (We'll be forever loving Jah) we'll be forever, yes, yes, we'll be forever (We'll be forever loving Jah)
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Written by: BOB MARLEY
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Forever Loving Jah" is a song by Bob Marley, recorded in 1980. It's one of the tracks on his album "Uprising."
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Album Details"Uprising" is the last album that Marley released during his lifetime; the album was released posthumously. This album is considered one of Marley’s most religious productions and its theme revolves around Rastaman’s faith in Jah.
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GenreThe song, like most of Bob Marley's music, falls under the genre of reggae - specifically roots reggae, which is known for its spiritual and socially conscious lyrics.
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Song Meaning"Forever Loving Jah" is considered a hymn where Marley confesses his unwavering faith and devotion to Jah (a Rastafarian term for God).
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Song CompositionThe song is a beautiful blend of harmony, melody, and rhythm typical of Marley's musical style, with profound lyrics expressing religious sentiment.
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Reception and ImpactDespite not being released as a single, "Forever Loving Jah" remains one of Bob Marley's most popular and highly regarded tunes, with millions of listens across various streaming platforms.
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Cover VersionsMany reggae and roots artists have covered "Forever Loving Jah" in tribute to Marley, further reinforcing its status as a timeless classic in the genre.
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Live PerformancesBob Marley performed "Forever Loving Jah" during his famous 'Uprising Tour' in 1980. His performance of the song at the Westfalenhallen in Dortmund, Germany is particularly notable and it documented in his "Uprising Live" concert film.
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Cultural ImpactThe song has had a significant cultural impact across the world, helping to spread Rastafarian values of unity, peace, and respect, and solidifying Marley's role as a musical and cultural icon.
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Personal ConnectionMarley referred to his music as a "mission" and he saw his faith as guiding his career. "Forever Loving Jah" reflects this personal connection between his faith and his music.
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