Time Will Tell
Bob Marley · Kaya
Run come crucify the dread
Time alone, oh! time will tell
Think you're in heaven but you're living in hell
Think you're in heaven but you're living in hell
Think you're in heaven but you're living in hell
Time alone, oh! time will tell
Think you're in heaven but you're living in hell
Back them up, oh not the brothers
But the ones, who set them up
Time alone, oh! time will tell
Think you're in heaven but you're living in hell
Think you're in heaven but you're living in hell
Think you're in heaven but you're living in hell
Time alone, oh! time will tell
Think you're in heaven but you're living in hell
Oh children weep no more
Oh my sycamore tree, saw the freedom tree
Saw you settle the score
Oh children weep no more
Weep no more, children weep no more
JAH would never give the power to a baldhead
Run come crucify the dread
Time alone, oh! time will tell
Think you're in heaven but you're living in hell
Think you're in heaven but you're living in hell
Think you're in heaven but you're living in hell
Time alone, oh! time will tell
Think you're in heaven but you're living in hell
Time Will Tell
Bob Marley's 'Time Will Tell' serves as a poignant reflection on the transient nature of life and the inevitability of time passing. Recorded for the 1978 album Kaya, the track exemplifies Marley's mastery of reggae rhythms and his ability to weave social commentary into accessible melodies. The song's message resonates with listeners by emphasizing that while human efforts may be fleeting, the truth of the moment will ultimately be revealed. As part of Marley's extensive discography, this recording stands alongside other iconic works from the era, contributing to his enduring legacy as a voice for peace and awareness. The composition captures the essence of the late 1970s reggae scene, blending spiritual depth with a rhythmic groove that has ensured its place in music history.