Jah No Partial
Major Lazer
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
Oh missa marshal Define seh yuh partial Oh missa general Yuh jus' a cause too much funeral Oh missa sheriff Yuh cause jah jah children to perish Oh missa lieutenant A see you asking for repentance Oh missa marshal Define seh yuh partial Oh missa general Yuh jus' a cause too much funeral Oh missa sheriff Yuh cause jah jah children to perish Oh missa lieutenant A see you asking for repentance Oh missa marshal Oh missa marshal Oh missa sheriff Thats not a righteous way to carry on Na na na na na na na na na na na Jah no partial Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, oh oh Jah no partial Nah no way Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, oh oh Jah no partial A na na na na na na naaa Jah no partial Oh missa marshal Define seh yuh partial Oh missa general Yuh jus' a cause too much funeral Oh missa sheriff Yuh cause jah jah children to perish Oh missa lieutenant A see you asking for repentance Oh missa mashal
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
0 fans
Written by: THOMAS WESLEY PENTZ, LLOYD JAMES, JOHNNY OSBOURNE, JOSHUA KIEKEGAARD GRAN STEELE
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
22 facts about this song
Band OriginsMajor Lazer is an electronic dance music trio, originally a duo, created by record producer Diplo in collaboration with DJ Switch. The song, "Jah No Partial," features this talented group.
|
Track Release"Jah No Partial" was released as a single on October 22, 2012, as part of the album "Free The Universe," which was released the following year.
|
CollaborationsThe song features British DJ Flux Pavilion. His influence on the track is evident in the electronic and dubstep fusion elements present.
|
Genre BlendThe song masterfully brings together reggae, dubstep, and moombahton genres. This eclectic mix makes it a unique addition to Major Lazer's discography.
|
Song Inspiration"Jah No Partial" samples the song "Mr. Marshall" by reggae legend Johnny Osbourne. The sample used is where Osbourne sings "Jah no partial."
|
Music VideoThe music video for "Jah No Partial" was released in February 2013 which includes footage of Major Lazer on their international tour. It even includes a clip of them performing at the 50th-anniversary celebration of Jamaican independence.
|
PopularityAs of today, the official music video for "Jah No Partial" on YouTube has over 28 million views.
|
Critical Acclaim"Jah No Partial" received positive reviews from music critics. It was lauded for its fusion of reggae with electric and dance elements, offering an unexpected but pleasing blend of genres.
|
Lyrics OriginThe lyrics, "Jah no Partial", translates from Jamaican Patois into standard English to, "God shows no favoritism."
|
RemixesA number of remixes for "Jah No Partial" were made post-release, further increasing its popularity among various audiences. Notable remixes were done by Heroes x Villains, Crnkn, Yellow Claw & Yung Felix, among others.
|
Genre"Jah No Partial" is a track that blends genres of electronic dance music and reggae, a typical style of Major Lazer.
|
AlbumThe song is part of the second studio album by Major Lazer, entitled "Free the Universe," released in 2013.
|
Main ArtistsMajor Lazer, the group behind "Jah No Partial," includes DJs and music producers Diplo, Walshy Fire, and Jillionaire.
|
Guest ArtistsFlux Pavilion, a British EDM artist, contributed to "Jah No Partial," making it a cross-cultural collaboration.
|
Music SampleThe song contains a sample from reggae artist Johnny Osbourne's 1982 hit, "Mr. Marshall."
|
Lyrics"Jah No Partial" features reggae inflected vocals and lyrics, which bring in the concepts of Rastafarianism.
|
Music VideoThe song's music video was released on YouTube in April 2013. It features the Major Lazer's crew and Flux Pavilion performing in concerts and parties.
|
Live PerformancesIt has become a favorite during live performances because of its upbeat tempo and catchy hook.
|
Chart Success"Jah No Partial" performed well on Electronic Dance Music charts, reinforcing Major Lazer's impact in the EDM world.
|
Awards and NominationsWhile the song itself did not win any specific awards, the popularity of "Jah No Partial," among other tracks, led to the success of "Free the Universe," granting Major Lazer multiple nominations in music award events.
|
RemixesThe song's energetic beat and unique sound have led to several remixes by other electronic musicians.
|
Cultural Impact"Jah No Partial" has contributed to the rise of reggae-influenced electronic music, demonstrating the potential for blending various types of music into a cohesive and satisfying mix.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Jah No Partial Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 16 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/29605794/Major+Lazer/Jah+No+Partial>.
Powered by CITE.ME
Discuss the Jah No Partial Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In