Jah Live
Bob Marley · Rastaman Vibration
Jah Jah live, children, yeah
Jah live, children, yeah
Jah Jah live, children, yeah
The truth is an offense, but not a sin
Is he who laugh last, children, is he who win
Is a foolish dog, bark at a flying bird
One sheep must learn, children, to respect the shepard
Jah live, children, yeah
Jah Jah live, children, yeah
Jah live, children, yeah
Jah Jah live, children, yeah
Fools say in their hearts
Rasta, your god is dead
But I and I know, Jah Jah
Dread it shall be dreaded and dread
Jah live, children, yeah
Jah Jah live, children, yeah
Jah live, children, yeah
Jah Jah live, children, yeah
Let Jah arise
Now that the enemies are scattered
Let Jah arise
The enemies, the enemies are scattered
Jah live, children, yeah
Jah Jah live, children, yeah
Jah live, children, yeah
Jah Jah live, children, yeah
Jah Live
Jah Live stands as a vibrant testament to Bob Marley's deepening spiritual commitment during the mid-1970s. Featured on the 1976 album Rastaman Vibration, the track captures the raw energy of Marley's live performances and his unwavering devotion to Rastafarian faith. The recording showcases the Wailers' tight instrumentation, blending upbeat rhythms with Marley's soulful delivery to create an anthem of celebration and resilience. As part of a prolific era that produced some of reggae's most enduring classics, the song reflects the artist's ability to merge personal spirituality with universal themes of hope. It remains a significant song in his extensive catalogue, illustrating how Marley used his music to articulate the joy and power of his beliefs without relying on complex arrangements.