Time Will Tell
Bob Marley · Songs Of Freedom: Anniversary Edition [2006]
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" stands as a pivotal track on the "Songs Of Freedom: Anniversary Edition," reflecting the reggae genre's enduring themes of patience and spiritual resilience. Recorded during the height of his international career, the song exemplifies Marley's ability to blend social commentary with melodic accessibility. As a staple of his discography, it captures the essence of his message that while earthly struggles may seem endless, divine timing ensures ultimate justice. The recording features Marley's signature vocal delivery, layered with traditional reggae instrumentation that emphasizes a steady, hypnotic rhythm. This work remains a cornerstone of his catalog, frequently appearing on compilations and influencing generations of artists who adopted his philosophy of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity.