Revolution
Bob Marley · Live In Dortmund Germany 1980 [2000]
It takes a revolution to make a solution
Too much confusion, so much frustration
I don't want to live in the park
Can't trust no shadows after dark
so my friend I wish that you could see
Like a bird in the tree, the prisoners must be free
Never make a politician, grant you a favour
They will always want to control you forever
So if a fire make it burn,
and if a blood make it run
Rasta there up on top, can't you see,
so you can't predict the flop
we got lightning, thunder, brimstone and fire
Lightning, thunder, brimstone and fire
Kill, cramp and paralyse all weak at conception
Wipe them out of creation
Let l'es is l'es in l'es is black
In l'es is red in l'es is dread
Let rightousness cover the earth
like the water cover the sea
Lightning, thunder, brimstone and fire
Lightning, thunder, brimstone and fire
Revolution
Revolution stands as a defining anthem within Bob Marley's extensive discography, capturing the urgency and hope that characterized his musical legacy. This recording, preserved from a 1980 performance in Dortmund, Germany, showcases the raw energy of Marley's live band during a pivotal era in his career. The track exemplifies the reggae master's ability to blend social commentary with infectious rhythms, a style that resonated deeply with audiences worldwide. As part of a broader body of work that includes seminal albums like Exodus and Kaya, the song reflects Marley's enduring influence on the genre. It remains a testament to his skill in transforming political themes into universal messages of change, solidifying his status as a global icon whose music continues to inspire new generations.