We Run It (jamaica)

Tarrus Riley · Other Songs - Sweet And Irie

[spoken intro]

A we dem fraid a Jamaica
Dem said heart to heart
This side of equator

Charly Brown and we no stop the world call it Jamaica
A dem said, they love how we dress, love how we talk, and love the flavour

Whether food, fashion, or music
A we run it, a we run it
Whether sports, rock, or academics
A we run it, a we run it
Yes, we're rich in a culture, full of our history
A we run it, a we run it
And if a tired of tribulation
We must overcome it, a we run it

No one, no one better than Yard
A me nafraid fi talk so
No one, no one better than Yard
A me no shamed fi talk so

I've been many places and seen many faces
A me nafraid fi talk so
Me know you're listening, me know you love your country
Nobody better than yard

Coffee a Blue Mountain peak
And if a sports, we got fastest feet
And if a music, Bob Marley do it
Reggae, rocksteady, and lock the street

Come a Jamaica where water's sweet
Mineral fountain make you feel unique
Friends got around where Sun a beat
And come a Jackrock, me show you how we do it

If a food, fashion, or music
A we run it, a we run it
And if a sports, rock, or academics
A we run it, a we run it
Some of the prettiest ladiest you've ever seen
A we run it, a we run it
With determination and ambition we must overcome it
A we run it

No one, no one better than yard
A me nafraid fi talk so
No one, no one better than yard
A me no shamed fi talk so

I've been many places and seen many faces
A me shamed fi talk so
Me know you're listening, me know you love your country
Still, no one better than yard

We little but we talented
Born leader we a no follower
STand out in a di crowd
A don't have no doubt
Jamaicans in a di area
Whether you natty or you love go to church
You platty or you still a search
No one can stop we, a so we work
Out of many one people

Whether food, fashion, or music
A we run it, a we run it
Whether sports, rock, or academics
A we run it, a we run it
And whether dancing or just grooving
A we run it, a we run it
Some of the nicest people you'll ever meet
We run it, a we run it

No one, no one better than yard
A me nafraid fi talk so
No one, no one better than yard
A me no shamed fi talk so

Been many places and seen many faces
A me shamed fi talk so
Me know you're listening, me know you love your country
Still, nobody better than yard

We Run It (jamaica)

Tarrus Riley stands as a defining voice in contemporary reggae, known for blending traditional roots sounds with modern sensibilities. His discography reflects a deep commitment to the genre's evolution, often exploring themes of resilience, faith, and social consciousness. "We Run It (jamaica)" exemplifies his ability to craft anthemic tracks that resonate with both longtime fans and new listeners. The recording showcases his signature vocal delivery, characterized by warmth and conviction, set against a backdrop of rhythmic instrumentation that drives the song forward. As part of a broader body of work that includes notable tracks like "Superman" and "Gimme Likkle One Drop," this piece reinforces Riley's status as a vital artist in the Jamaican music scene. His contributions continue to shape the landscape of reggae, offering a sound that is both timeless and distinctly his own.