Cheer Up
Bob Marley · Other Songs - Bob Marley
Cheer up my momma too, lord
Cheer up my father, let me say
I know it won't be long
That change has got to come
That change has got to come
And I know that it won't be long
We've been down in captivity [captivity] so long, so long
If we unite then we will be free [we will be free]
so strong, so strong, come I want you to
Cheer up my [brothers] my sisters
[cheer up my sisters] let me say
Cheer up my my my momma too, lord
Cheer up my father
Let me say, we've been down in captivity [captivity]
so long, so long
We unite we will be free [we will be free]
so strong, so strong
Cheer up my my my my my my brother
[cheer up my sister] cheer up my sisters
[cheer up my momma] my momma too lord
[cheer up my] my father
And I, I, I
Cheer Up - Bob Marley
Bob Marley's 'Cheer Up' stands as a quintessential example of his reggae sound, blending upbeat rhythms with messages of resilience and optimism. Recorded during the late 1970s, the track exemplifies the artist's ability to fuse spiritual depth with danceable grooves, a hallmark of his work on albums like Exodus and Kaya. The song reflects the broader Jamaican music scene of the era, where artists often addressed social conditions while encouraging listeners to maintain hope amidst adversity. Marley's vocal delivery and the song's infectious melody have made it a staple in reggae compilations and a enduring symbol of the genre's capacity to uplift. It remains a powerful testament to his legacy as a global ambassador for Rastafarian culture and a voice for the oppressed.