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Educate Us
July 2, 2021 by admin

“Educate Us” single is now available on all major platforms via ONErpm, https://onerpm.link/educateus

Lyrics

Educate Us

Adlib intro
Educate us, Tell the youth truth whoa

Chorus
Educate Us, cause all I see them doing is trying to misinform us, that’s from the government down to the church
Social media, we living in a world where it’s mostly propaganda
The youth dem don’t know who and what to trust

Verse 1
When you stand for your rights the say time will change things
But thing keeps changing is persons
Same doctrine same pockets keep lining
Tell the myth of christ to keep you subservient to them
Let’s talk some theology why does the God you serve need money to carry out his will
Ancient stories told in the present tense
Check your dollar bill everyone you spend

Verse 2
They don’t teach about Marcus Garvey
All they say is we come on a slave ship
They don’t teach about the African which existed long before the Greek entrance
How they try to shape our legacy
Water down Nelson and Martin Phylosophies
They never teach about the cures in trees
They put it in a pill and charge we triple fees, triple fees

Oh boy , Please

Chorus

Bridge

i wish they taught about the Moores univerties I wish they taught about kemetic Phylosophy it’s only greater truth alone  will make the captive see
So man prophets died so we can be free
Educate us

 

Guitar solo

 

Chorus

 

Alive outro

Educate us Educate us
Propaganda
The youth them don’t know who and what to trust

Oh educate us, we go to tell the youth the truth
Lord have mercy

Adlib Outro

Nah Drop Out
October 13, 2020 by admin

“Nah Drop” single is available on all major platforms via ONErpm, https://onerpm.ffm.to/nahdropout

Lyrics

Nah Drop Out

This one is for my real ones
Di never sell put the team ones

Me ah sing it fi dem

Chorus
Real friend nuh drop out dem support
make yuh money get taller

Kael represent for yuh real friend
Yes Friend would have big up things you do

Verse 1
Yep we go rise again, yep we giving jah
thanks praise

Cause we live to see another day
Yep we Live to see another day
Only conscious vibes we ah spread
Strictly business settings we a deal
Cause we no dem nah go feed we
Nope dem nah good feed we

Dem only gwan criticize
and try mi minimize all tings that you doing
Watch di friend what you a keep
Some heart full with envy

But thank you Jahjah only time will tell
When di karma come fi dem
So we never ah go fret
Cause Nuff bridge dem nuh cross yet

Real friend nuh drop out dem support
make yuh money get taller

Whoa
A friend would have share your post for sure
Dem nah go chat round yuh back and get
vex , when you do what you got to do

No we nah idiot
Only higher heights we bound to go

So we keep on
Rise and grind, rise and shine
Show me if you mean it

Verse 2
Some people that you call your fam
Some people you always defend
Them could never have you back for real
Nope them never got you back for real

Can’t turn back on dem
Play dead with them instead
Dem would sell you out like ah judas
And dem say dem ah yuh realest

Yuh remember Nuff time
When yuh call mi phone
and say you need a credit
And only cash me give
And mi nah see no reciept

So how the hell you go round and try pull me
down
Den say you ah mi family
When me ah work for me seed
You never play like you pon mi team

Chorus

Family nuh drop out dem support
make yuh money get taller

Mi brother Laide

Family woulda big up things you do
Dem nah go chat round yuh back and get
vex when you do what you got to do

We never idiot
Only higher heights we bound to go

So we keep on
Rise and grind, rise and shine
Show me if you mean it

Verse 3 Dub
Hear me now
So we haffi big up we friend dem
Show some more love for we real fam
Drinks in the air to the real ones

Who stand by your side when you need them
Yes we haffi big up we ones dem
representing the nation and set trend
lights in the air for we real the fren
Stand firm by them side and nuh pretend

Oh
Real friend nuh drop out dem support
make yuh money get taller
Only the real ones

Woah
And family would big up things you do
Dem nah go chat round yuh back and get
vex , when you do what you got to do
No we nah idiot

Only higher heights we bound to go
Real friend nuh drop out dem support
make yuh money get taller

Dem never talk bout your back when you them
Friend woulda big up things you do
Dem nah go chat round yuh back and get
vex when you do what you got to do

No we never idiot
Only higher heights we bout to go
Real friend nuh drop out dem support
make yuh money get taller

Like A King
July 19, 2020 by admin

Directed by Rickiell Hodge with a concept by Omari Banks, the video which boasts Afro inspired fashions by Donilia Reid (rising Anguilla Designer and Seamstress) was filmed in Anguilla at some beautiful and highly historically relevant places and scenic locations, such as the oldest religious site in the northern hemisphere of the Native Ameridian people.

“The message behind the song “Like a King” is about balance. There are a lot of concepts in today’s society on how we should live, I believe we should seek the balance that we were created to live in. As men we should live like a king and treat our women like the Queens that they are…” explained Omari of his song, further adding, “This video meant a lot to me for many reason, such as both of my daughters Somaiya and Ashe’ who play significant roles with in the video to tell the story of the video. An Ancient truth.”

“Like A King” single is available on all major platforms via ONErpm, https://sl.onerpm.com/likeaking

Lyrics

Like A King

Intro
Baby I’m your King
you’re my empress

Chorus
just make a wish
You’ll never want for things
baby give me that good loving

My love I won’t hide
You are my queen devine
Nah let the System corrupt your mind

Baby I’m your king
Treat me like a king
Whoa

Verse 1

So much propaganda spread
If yuh nuh smart you goin loose your head
some things a man can’t do
He needs a women by his side

So we’ll always treat our woman right
cause we are equal in Jah jah eyes
And when we rock and rub and we grind
you take my mind up to higher heights

So a Nice car, you’ll get it
Hair do, for my empress
Fancy dinners I’ll take you
That’s because your worth it

Chorus
just make a wish
You’ll never want for things
baby give me that good loving

My love I won’t hide
You are my queen devine
Nah let the System corrupt your mind

Baby I’m your king
Treat me like a king
Whoa

Verse 2

I will come home late sometimes
Cause for the family I must provide
But I’m thinking of squeezing you tight
Even though I’m on my grind

Jah has put you in my life
To love and grow with me In time
So nuh worry bout who talk and bad mind
watch dem life and you’ll see why

So
Light bill, ill pay it
Sunsets, with my baby
Long vacations, we’ll do this
All because your worth it

Chorus
just make a wish
You’ll never want for things
baby give me that good loving

My love I won’t hide
You are my queen devine
Nah let the System corrupt your mind

Baby I’m your king
Treat me like a king
Whoa

Verse 3
I could never forget our friendship
Love deeper than the ocean Atlantic
I don’t have to wait to recieve it
Cause you bring it and mi tek it
You”re A Ok you understand mi medi
No way you try to seperate we blessings
Most days I’m waking up to you smiling
Cause every king needs a king

So a Nice car, you’ll get it
Hair do, for my empress
Fancy dinners I’ll take you
That’s because your worth it

Chorus

just make a wish
You’ll never want for things
baby give me that good loving

My love I won’t hide
You are my queen devine
Nah let System corrupt your mind

Baby I’m your king
Treat me like a king
Baby I’m your king
Treat me like a king

Outro
Don’t let the system corrupt
Your mind
Baby I’m your king
You’re my empress

Choose Love
March 22, 2020 by admin

Half Full or Half Empty
May 3, 2019 by admin

Lyrics

Half full or Half empty

Intro

Aw boy
Half full or Half empty
Everyday we got to live and count we blessings
Ok

Verse 1

Let dem talk them could never ever stop me
All di criticism cayn break dis rasta baby

dem would grudge you for being
Hardworking

Dem even grudge me face, wah me mummy and mi daddy give

But me nah study bout dem for long
We keep the message positive
The youth we give them inspiration

I know who’s going to help me
For those I care
The others I can’t see

Chorus

Half full or half empty
Everyday, we gotto live
and count we blessings

Free up your mind
Forget bout the envy

Trodding through this life
Its all bout see things

Half full or half empty

Verse 2

• Every move you make you try to keep up with Society

Slaving for the system that operates on Vanity

Well
Yuh never listen what granny say
Just make one one full you basket
Over nights and days

So dont get all depressed when you
Make you bed

You buy di pretty sheet
You haffi lie in it

And this is just reality
So change your paradigm
If you can’t see

Chorus

Guitar solo and dialogue

Yow di boy banko a joker man
Im too nuff

Yow mi nuh like im music , mi nuh no why but mi just nuh like it..

Yow friend, mi hear say im talk to do girl ftom over over so…

Ah di cricketer boy dat

Verse 3

Always do your best nuh study bout the hypocrisy

Empty vessels make the most noise is what
My uncle tell me

Dem would grudge you fi bring Hardworking

Dem even grudge your house what yuh still paying fi

But me nah study bout dem fi long

We keep the message positive
The youth we give them inspiration

Negative is all they speak
Because they fear
Through insecurity they compare

Chorus

Half full or half empty
Everyday, we gotto live
and count we blessings

Free up your mind
Forget bout the envy

Trodding through this life
Its all bout see things

Half full or Half empty
Half full or half empty ×2

Change you paradigm

Reggae Summertime
May 21, 2018 by admin

Caribbean Strong
October 18, 2017 by admin

Description

Following Hurricane Irma, Anguilla’s Soulful Singer Omari Banks Heads to NY for Selected Performances & Caribbean Strong Promo.

Since Hurricane Irma furrowed a path of destruction throughout the Caribbean, reggae, rock, blues singer-songwriter Omari Banks has been hard at work with his fellow Anguillan working on cleaning and restoring their beautiful island.

As the on-going efforts continue, Omari is headed to New York for 3 selected performances, October 18th at the Shrine (2271 Adam Clayton Powell Jr, Blvd), 20th at Silvana ( 300 W 116th st, New York) and 21st  at Common Ground (  63 Gansevoort St, New York, NY), and to share and spread the word of “Caribbean Strong“.

Taking Heed to Bob Marley’s famous quote “One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain.”, Omari recently wrote #CaribbeanStrong to declare to the world the strength and resilience of the individual islands, and to contribute with his given talent. One hundred percent of the single’s proceeds will go directly to APANY (www.apanydonate.org). “Omari Banks is truly an inspiration. His merging of cultural expression with a mature and profound social awareness is symbolic of the Caribbean style. It is refreshing to see his art-form used to aid and assist the people of his native land.” Leonard Richardson M.D., President BALT APANY.

“Special thank you to Our Musical Ambassador, International Artiste, former West Indies Cricketer Omari Banks on his soon to be released single “Caribbean Strong”  a song written about the destruction and hope after the storms in the Caribbean.  Omari will donate 100% of the proceeds on itunes to APANY.” stated Maxine Duggins of the Non-profit 501(c) (3) Organization, the Anguilla Progressive Association of New York.

“We are one people, when one suffers we all feel the pain. I dedicate this song to the people of the Caribbean who have lost so much in the past few weeks because of the impact of some the most dangerous Hurricanes passing in our region. #CaribbeanStrong” Omari Banks

The single will shortly be available on all major online digital stores.

Omari Banks – Naturally
November 10, 2016 by admin

Naturally is the new reggae music video from Omari Banks, filmed in Rome, Italy.

As fans eagerly await Omari Banks next album, the recording artist has been busy working on the latter with notables producer in Jamaica and Miami. Following up the success of “System Set” featuring Duane Stephenson, Omari is quenching their musical thirst, by releasing “Naturally”. The sensual song produced by Clive Hunt, co-produced and written by Omari himself, is the second single off his anticipated 2017 album. Speaking on “Naturally”, the balladeer explained “Everybody wants to be loved, but love is relative and everybody loves differently.. I believe the best love experienced is when it is without thought and its felt by the giver and receiver , it comes about Spontaneous, free effort.. It happens NATURALLY…”

To emphasize the essence of “Naturally”, Omari has paired up the sensuous serenade with a breathtaking film filmed in Italy over this past summer. Directed by renowned Italian film/video director Mario Parrucini, the visuals take in the beauty of the lyrics set to a romantic backdrop.

Video credits:
– Omari Banks – Producer and Executive Producer
– Mario Parruccini – Film/Video’s Director, Director of Photography, Screenplay, Editing and Post Production
– Marta Federici – Co-producer, backstage Photographer
– Paolo Zanotti added producer
– Enrico Luciani first assistant director and co-screenwriter
– Patrizio Trecca Line producer
– Lucrezia Farinella costumes
– Ilaria di Lauro make-up and hair stylist
– Sofia Pellegrino (big city girl)
– Cristiano Dominici first camera operator assistant
– Gerardo Falce key grip
– Fabrizio Russo gaffer

Stay Social with #OmariBanks
“At six foot five, dark and handsome, with long dreadlocks and a cool Caribbean style, you can’t help but be drawn to Omari Banks, His music is dynamic and has many influences.” – Huffington Post

“Omari Banks, who commanded the stage with a Jimi Hendrix-reminiscent presence. Rocking a multicolored “Rolling Stones” cut-off tee, a bandana, leather pants and his signature dreads, Omari showed, in the revered words of Big Freedia, “He did not come to play — He came to slay.” – BET

“… Omari Banks. With his dashing good looks, rockstar stage presence and impressive #singer #songwriter skills, the younger Banks is well poised to carry on his father’s legacy and take Anguillan reggae international.” – Forbes

“Omari Banks sounds like a cross between Bob Marley and Bob Dylan”. – NYTimes .

“He’s got a voice as calming as chamomile and #charisma that bubbles like a champagne toast. He’s not just a dynamic performer, he writes and composes most of his own songs. Between his music and his magnetic mojo, one of #Anguilla’s most beloved talents has the makings of an international superstar”. – Vibe Magazine

System Set feat. Duane Stephenson
May 9, 2016 by admin

Fresh off a performance at Anguilla’s annual Moonsplash concert last week, Anguillan cricketer-turned-singer and songwriter Omari Banks returns with “System Set,” a new single featuring charged up political commentary and a cameo from Jamaica’s Duane Stephenson. Blending reggae riddims with an almost Santana-like rock guitar lead, Banks challenges the listener to think long and hard on their position within the “the system,” illuminating the Caribbean’s precarious place in the world economy.

“IMF, you’re either in it or dem squash you like a pumpkin,” Banks sings. “We understand that this has always been bad business. But the only thing we selling is blue water and we beaches. What a situation we are now confronting.”

“System Set,” from an upcoming LP Banks will be releasing later this year, sees Banks, known for more personal material like “Unafraid” and “More Than Friends” taking a more provocative lyrical stance. It was recorded in Jamaica at Tuff Gong Studios, with musicians form Morgan Heritage and producer Andre Keys.

“As a lover of history and am enthusiast of world matters, I’ve always found it interesting to listen to people’s views on topics which have shaped the world we live in,” Banks says. “‘System Set’ is a song which encourages the listener to dig within their beliefs, present documented facts and ask questions, which I find critical to the existence of all people living in unity.”

Source – LargeUp.com

Me And You
May 11, 2016 by admin

Description

Omari Banks “Me and You’ produced by multi-platinum, multi-Grammy nominee Jason “J Vibes” Farmer

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