Redemption Song (Cover)
Ben Harper · Other Songs - Ben Harper
Sold I to the merchant ships
Minutes after they took I
From the bottomless pit
But my hand was made strong
By the hand of the almighty
We forward in this generation triumphantly
Won't you help to sing, these songs of freedom
All I ever had, is songs of freedom
Cause all I ever had, redemption songs
Redemption songs
Emancipate yourselves from mental slavery
None but ourselves can free our minds
Have no fear for atomic energy
Cause none of them can stop the time
How long shall they kill our prophets
While we stand aside and look
Some say it's just a part of it
We've got to fullfill the book
Won't you help to sing, these songs of freedom
Cause all I ever had, redemption songs
Redemption songs, redemption songs
Emancipate yourselves from mental slavery
None but ourselves can free our minds
Have no fear for atomic energy
Cause none of them can stop the time
How long shall they kill our prophets
While we stand aside and look
Yes some say it's just a part of it
We've got to fullfill the book
Won't you help to sing, these songs of freedom
Cause all I ever had,
All I ever had, redemption songs
These songs of freedom, songs of freedom
Redemption Song (Cover) - Ben Harper
Ben Harper's rendition of Bob Marley's 'Redemption Song' stands as a powerful testament to his commitment to reggae and roots reggae. While the original composition is a seminal work in reggae history, Harper's version captures the song's spiritual essence and call for freedom with his signature acoustic guitar work and emotive vocals. This recording highlights his ability to blend American blues and folk traditions with Caribbean rhythms, creating a unique sonic landscape that honors the source material while asserting his own artistic voice. The track exemplifies the collaborative spirit of roots music, where artists cross-pollinate influences to create meaningful, socially conscious art that resonates across cultural boundaries.