Turn Your Lights Down Low
Lauryn Hill, Bob Marley
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Turn your lights down low And pull your window curtain Oh, let the moon come shining in Into our life again Saying ooh, it's been a long, long time (Long, long time) I got this message for you, girl But it seems I was never on time Did I wanna get through to you, girl? On time, on time (word) I want to give you some love I want to give you some good, good loving (Uh, uh, right, uh) Oh I, oh I, oh I Yeah, I want to give you some good, good loving (uh) Turn your lights down low (Word, word, uh, uh) Never ever try to resist, oh no (Na, na, na, na) Oh, let your love come shining in (Na, na, na, na) Into our lives again (Na, na, na, na) Saying ooh, I love you (I love you, I love you) And I want you to know right now (Know right now) Ooh, I love you (Uh-uh, yeah, uh) And I want you to know right now (uh) That I, that I I wanna give you some love (uh, yeah) I wanna give you some good, good loving Oh I, oh I, oh I I wanna give you some good, good loving (yeah uh-uh) Loving you is a like a song I replay Every three minutes and thirty seconds of every day (uh, uh) And every chorus was written for us to recite (right) Every beautiful melody of devotion every night It's potion like this ocean that might carry me In a wave of emotion to ask you to marry me And every word, every second, and every third Expresses the happiness more clearly than ever heard (uh) And when I play 'em, every chord is a poem Telling the Lord how grateful I am 'cause I know him (what? word) The harmonies possess a sensation similar to your caress (uh) If you asking then I'm telling you it's yes Stand in love, take my hand in love, God bless (right) I want to give you some good, good loving I want to give you some love I want to give you some good, good loving Oh I, oh I, oh I I wanna give you some good, good loving Good, good, good loving (I wanna give you some good loving)
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Written by: Bob Marley
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
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12 facts about this song
Writer and Composer"Turn Your Lights Down Low" is a song written and composed by Bob Marley himself.
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Origin AlbumThe song is from the album "Exodus" which was released by Bob Marley & the Wailers in 1977.
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Reggae GenreThe song is in the genre of reggae, a music style which Bob Marley is one of the most influential figures.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by numerous artists, one of the most popular versions being the one by Lauryn Hill, which integrates some lines from her own song "Loving You Is Like".
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Lauryn Hill VersionLauryn Hill's cover of "Turn Your Lights Down Low" was included in her album "MTV Unplugged No. 2.0", as well as in the posthumous Bob Marley remix album "Chant Down Babylon".
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Song InspirationIt is rumoured that "Turn Your Lights Down Low" was written by Bob Marley as a love song for Cindy Breakspeare, the mother of Damien Marley, who was also the Miss World 1976.
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Positive ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from critics and is loved by reggae fans around the world.
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Song MeaningThe lyrics are about longing and deep affection, and they provide a perfect illustration of Bob Marley's softer, more romantic side.
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Album SuccessThe "Exodus" album, including "Turn Your Lights Down Low”, was a commercial success, and according to Time Magazine, it's the best album of the 20th century.
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Casual VibeDespite the song’s casual, relaxed vibe, the music was taken very seriously during its composition. The slow beat, inviting tone, and harmonious blend of vocals and instrumentals are all testaments of Bob Marley’s dedication and skill as a musical artist.
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Not a Chart TopperDespite its popularity, "Turn Your Lights Down Low" was not released as a single and therefore did not chart independently, unlike some other tracks on the "Exodus" album.
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Cover Version Chart SuccessWhile the original version by Bob Marley did not chart, Lauryn Hill's interpretation of "Turn Your Lights Down Low" reached the US Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 49.
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