Shaka Zulu Pickney
Tarrus Riley · Other Songs - Tarrus Riley
Ancestors no leave me
Nyabinghi, Boboshanti
Ai yai yai yai yai, yai yai yai yai yai
O o o whoaaaaaoooo
A yai yai yai , yai, yai, yai, yai,
E, ei, ei e
Ai yai yai yai yai, yai yai yai yai
O o o whoaaaaaoooo
A yai yai yai , yai, yai, yai,
E, ei, ei e
Verse 1
Listen
The blood, of African Kings run in my vein
Here, ina Jamaica rebellious offspring
We've got a warrior spirit inside
From dat time wi kyaahn change
And dis ya warrior spirit inside
It come fi break every shackle and chain
Chorus
Man a Shaka Zulu, pickney
Nkrumah, pickney
Kunta Kinte, pickney
Just like Malcolm and Martin and Marcus I'm fiery
Kuma, pickney
Fela Kuti, pickney
Kunta Kinte, pickney
Just like Garvey and Marley am fiery
Verse 2
Look how many years dem whip wi
Dash weh di whip and waah microchip wi
Ana doti Babylon style no fit mi
Battle it out come mek wi get wi victri (victory)
hhh, fight mi breda and sista
And when wi a dance dem seh wi moving sinister
hh, when all wi do is love wi culture
A beat di drums and we a chase the vultures away
Chorus
Man a Shaka Zulu, pickney
Paul Bogle, pickney
Lumumba pickney
Just like Martin and Malcolm and Marcus I'm fiery
Garvey, pickney
King Selassie I, pickney
Mandela, pickney
Just like Marcus and Martin I'm fiery
Verse 3
The thoughts of freedom fighters dwell in my brain
Stolen from Africa the mission is still the same
We've got a warrior spirit inside
It well wild, it kyaahn tame
And disya warrior spirit inside
It come fi break every shackle and chain
And dem a try brainwash wi
Poison wi mind dem meditation dirty
Dem neva tell wi seh black is beauty
Mi naah go bleach mi seh mi naah dilute i
Noo, eh yuut search search you history
Break di puzzle come mek wi solve the mystery
Eeh, a Salomonic dynasty from the line of David
What a priceless legacy
Chorus
Man a Shaka Zulu, pickney
Nkrumah, pickney
Kunta Kinte, pickney
Just like Malcolm and Martin and Garvey I'm fiery
Nanny, pickney
Sam Sharpe, pickney
Buju Neke, pickney
Just like Martin and Marley and Garvey am fiery
About Shaka Zulu Pickney
Tarrus Riley's "Shaka Zulu Pickney" stands as a vibrant testament to his mastery of reggae and dancehall rhythms, capturing the infectious energy of Jamaican street culture. As a prominent figure in the genre, Riley blends traditional sounds with modern production techniques to create tracks that resonate deeply with audiences worldwide. This recording exemplifies his ability to craft melodies that are both nostalgic and forward-looking, reflecting the enduring appeal of his discography. The song showcases his signature style, characterized by complex basslines and rhythmic precision that define the era's musical landscape. Through this work, Riley continues to honor the legacy of reggae while pushing the boundaries of contemporary dancehall, ensuring his music remains a vital force in global music history.