Chant A Psalm
Steel Pulse · True Democracy [1982]
Good Tidings a bring you
Hear ye a message to you my friend
Voices cry invoke oyur angels
When pressure drop it cannot conquer dread no
So blow away your bluesy feeling
Spirits say take the world off your shoulders
One foot in the grave is a foolish step to take (dancer)
Who sow in tears shall reap in joy
Wise man doctrines assure your safety
No more stumbling blocks back stabbers get down
To the righteous revealed
The secret of the scriptures
The wicked dem portion is vanity
Disciples of lucifers
In your hands lie your destination
The book of true life you hold the key
Mystical powers to you unfold
Seek ye the half that has never been told
Give behind me satan (in dis ya Armageddon yeh)
I've got chant
CHORUS:
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Chant a Psalm a day
Reach you in a vision yeh come on
Come walkies down easy street
Attract these angels in dreams and your prayers
Remember the three holy children
Remember the visions of Daniel
Remember the magic of Moses so
Dash away your bluesy feeling
Spirits say take the world off our shoulders
One foot in the grave my friend
A foolish step to take
When pressure drop it cannot conquer dread
Got to be wise yes yes in dis ya Iwa
Who betide for the wicked
Disciples of lucifer
Get behind the satan (in dis ya Armageddon yeh)
I got to chant
CHORUS:
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Chant a Psalm a day
Moses he did chant chant
Samson he did chant chant
Elijah he did chant chant
I want the whole a we fi chant chant
Solomon he did chant chant
His father King David chant chant
John the Babtist chant chant
I want the whole a we fe chant chant
Chant A Psalm
Steel Pulse's 'Chant A Psalm' stands as a defining track from their 1982 album 'True Democracy,' capturing the raw energy and political fervor of the UK punk and reggae fusion scene. The song exemplifies the band's signature style, blending rhythmic basslines with urgent vocals to deliver a message of social justice and anti-authoritarian sentiment. Released during a period of intense political activism, the recording reflects the group's commitment to using music as a tool for community empowerment. Its enduring appeal lies in its direct, unadorned approach, which resonated deeply with audiences seeking authentic expression of the era's struggles. As a cornerstone of their discography, the track remains a powerful testament to the intersection of reggae rhythms and punk attitude that characterized Steel Pulse's early work.