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Bob Marley — One Love
Album: Exodus
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Released: 1977
Length: 2:47
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One love, one heart
Let's get together and feel all right
Hear the children crying (One love)
Hear the children crying (One heart)
Sayin', "Give thanks and praise to the Lord and I will feel all right."
Sayin', "Let's get together and feel all right."
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa

Let them all pass all their dirty remarks (One love)
There is one question I'd really love to ask (One heart)
Is there a place for the hopeless sinner
Who has hurt all mankind just to save his own?
Believe me

One love, one heart
Let's get together and feel all right
As it was in the beginning (One love)
So shall it be in the end (One heart)
Alright, "Give thanks and praise to the Lord and I will feel all right."
"Let's get together and feel all right."
One more thing

Let's get together to fight this Holy Armageddon (One love)
So when the Man comes there will be no, no doom (One song)
Have pity on those whose chances grow thinner
There ain't no hiding place from the Father of Creation

Sayin', "One love, one heart
Let's get together and feel all right."
I'm pleading to mankind (One love)
Oh, Lord (One heart) Whoa.

"Give thanks and praise to the Lord and I will feel all right."
Let's get together and feel all right.
(Repeat)
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My first "godlike" on RP <3
Posted 5 months ago by seowth    [ Reply ]
Beautiful Bob.
Wait for us up there our friend.
Posted 6 months ago by GingerandMe    [ Reply ]
If only there were a "lord."  
Posted 7 months ago by ZenAce    [ Reply ]
Great song,  but a bit overplayed.  
Posted 1 year ago by jjbchansen159    [ Reply ]
 walk2k wrote:

"one" love. says the guy who had 11 children with 10 different women.

rated 10 btw.



Actually 8 women, though I doubt he was counting.  Two others have claims.  I do think his accountants knew the number as they rolled out the checks each month.....
Posted 1 year ago by Funkybro    [ Reply ]
I was looking at this week's New Yorker Cartoon Caption Contest (a waiter with three birds resting on his forearm talking to a couple at a table) when this song came on. Definitely a glitch in the matrix.

Posted 1 year ago by Ipse_Dixit    [ Reply ]
 DW4554 wrote:

It has been said that Bob Marley wrote one song and recorded it 1500 times.  

Yet more evidence.  



You clearly need to better explore Marley's library of music. 
Posted 2 years ago by pa508701    [ Reply ]
"one" love. says the guy who had 11 children with 10 different women.

rated 10 btw.
Posted 2 years ago by walk2k    [ Reply ]
 lathyris wrote:

Wrong. It is completely his fault. For being a complete and utter badass.


ya got that wrong. Peter Tosh was the bad ass. Marley was the eee yo yo guy
Posted 2 years ago by thewiseking    [ Reply ]
 thewiseking wrote:

do any of us need to hear this again? 


yes, absolutely;  all of humanity needs to hear this again and again!!  LLRP
Posted 2 years ago by lizardking    [ Reply ]
Two songs from Exodus in one sitting, oh boy RP 
Posted 2 years ago by BlackDog1121    [ Reply ]
This album will always remind me of a beautiful feeling when you put the needle down at the beginning, and a few seconds later the magical intro of 'Natural Misty' starts. 
Posted 2 years ago by Pjesnik    [ Reply ]
I don't like reggae. 

10. 
Posted 3 years ago by davidrsim    [ Reply ]
Di man speak truth y'kno. 

There are far better songs in his discography that rarely get airplay, and the ones that get play have been plaaaayyed, but this gets a 10 for the fact you can go anywhere in the world and people of all ages know this song. Its transcended music in a way and it makes most people happy when it's played. 

It was written during the '76 elections in Jamaica when party violence between the JLP and PNP exploded as a result of the cold war divisions of democracy and socialism,  spreading from the emergent political garrison communities into middle class areas at the height of the cold war. My parents, like many of their generation fled from Jamaica to take up residence abroad. This song was partially a kind of response to what was going on then. 

Try Ride Natty Ride
or 
Babylon System 
to get a sense of his deeper roots work, 
and as always

Big up Jamaica!
Posted 3 years ago by violetteadam    [ Reply ]
Posted 3 years ago by ericmitz    [ Reply ]
 pixidrizzl wrote:

This may not be the product of a lyrical genuis or a master composer but it sure makes me happy when I hear it.



...and just read and quoted by the infamous Bill himself!! Good on ya!!
Posted 3 years ago by ahenwood    [ Reply ]
never liked reggae ,rock ,jazz ,blues ok reggae no thanks
Posted 3 years ago by CptBart    [ Reply ]
do any of us need to hear this again? 
Posted 3 years ago by thewiseking    [ Reply ]
I love this song and I love your comment Bill - it sure makes me happy.
Posted 3 years ago by whaleboneman    [ Reply ]
 DW4554 wrote:
It has been said that Bob Marley wrote one song and recorded it 1500 times.  

Yet more evidence.  
 
Bullshit. Bet they say that about your posts though.
Posted 3 years ago by tinypriest    [ Reply ]
Had the extreme good fortune to see him, small venue, happy people!
Posted 3 years ago by boomman8139    [ Reply ]
 pixidrizzl wrote:
This may not be the product of a lyrical genuis or a master composer but it sure makes me happy when I hear it.
 
No need to qualify:  Bob Marley was unquestionably a genius.  I'm glad this makes you happy, as it does me.  
Posted 3 years ago by xkolibuul    [ Reply ]
 DW4554 wrote:
It has been said that Bob Marley wrote one song and recorded it 1500 times.  

Yet more evidence.  
 
Yeah, it's called "style". What do you think Bob Dylan did? AC/DC? Ramones? Bach?! And thousands of others, actually!
Posted 4 years ago by Mannick    [ Reply ]
It has been said that Bob Marley wrote one song and recorded it 1500 times.  

Yet more evidence.  
Posted 4 years ago by DW4554    [ Reply ]
Such a shame Bob is not with us. 

How much wonderful music he would have produced if not taken so early? 
Posted 5 years ago by SquiddlyDiddly    [ Reply ]
Marley has to be seen to be valued - he has such a high energy level. Me thinks his songs are not that great, but his antics on stage are something to see and marveled.
Posted 5 years ago by MountainMike37    [ Reply ]
 Aghori wrote:
Reggae = PSD

 
yep
lame, lackluster, regimented & pallid
Posted 8 years ago by Skydog    [ Reply ]
Reggae = PSD
Posted 9 years ago by Aghori    [ Reply ]
another one rendered unlistenable by overplay
this ones strictly for the budget cruise 
Posted 9 years ago by thewiseking    [ Reply ]
Any HOPELESS SINNERS out there?

Raise those hands with me!

{#Wave}
Posted 9 years ago by treatment_bound    [ Reply ]
Sitting here reading Chris Kornelis in Village Voice (July 9, '14) re: Bob M. and how this album posthumously made him a household name.  Interesting timing.
Posted 10 years ago by tonypf    [ Reply ]
TEN or TEN THOUSAND ?
 
Posted 10 years ago by msymmes    [ Reply ]
Let's get together and feel all right. 

Wonderful song.
Posted 10 years ago by ScottN    [ Reply ]
{#Clap}
Posted 10 years ago by JckTorance    [ Reply ]
{#Bananapiano}
Posted 10 years ago by Peter_Bradshaw    [ Reply ]
 rdo wrote:


I like Bob Marley.  I hear him on every radio station and everywhere I go, but that is not his fault. 8

 
Wrong. It is completely his fault. For being a complete and utter badass.
Posted 11 years ago by lathyris    [ Reply ]
 jlind wrote:
Reggae = automatic 1, wish I could give it less.
 

I like Bob Marley.  I hear him on every radio station and everywhere I go, but that is not his fault. 8
Posted 11 years ago by rdo    [ Reply ]
{#Curtain}
Posted 12 years ago by srose96    [ Reply ]
 Rooney wrote:
Nah.  You have to like this kind of music to begin with.  Then you have to overlook that the Jamaican culture, as a rule, did NOT like homosexuals.  Then when you hear Marley sing about One Love, it kind of lands with a thud.  Oh, I know, I know, you will argue that Marley was not among them.  Sure.
 
Whateva
Posted 12 years ago by bluecshells    [ Reply ]
Nah.  You have to like this kind of music to begin with.  Then you have to overlook that the Jamaican culture, as a rule, did NOT like homosexuals.  Then when you hear Marley sing about One Love, it kind of lands with a thud.  Oh, I know, I know, you will argue that Marley was not among them.  Sure.
Posted 12 years ago by Rooney    [ Reply ]
 DD closemindedmoron wrote:
I'm one of the 12 that gave this a 1. This hippie, feel good, smoke weed, crap deserves it. I'm glad there are 11 others out there that think the same!
 
I never heard a song on RP that deserved a 1.  Nothing less than a 5 or 6 at least.  That is why this station is so awesome.  This ones a 10!
Posted 12 years ago by Keef    [ Reply ]
Still Amazing
Posted 12 years ago by dasfeuer    [ Reply ]
Amazing how a complete musical stream basically leans on one person... Brilliant song though. 9/10
Posted 12 years ago by RoelantSiekman    [ Reply ]
I feel like any minute some dude is going to say, "Visa. It's everywhere you want to be."
Posted 13 years ago by terrapin52    [ Reply ]

The Neville Brothers - Amazing Grace / One Love

Jazz Open, Stuttgart, Germany, July 1995.

Posted 13 years ago by calypsus_1    [ Reply ]
come on man.... is this AM radio or WHAT?

Love ya Bob, really do.  But JAH RHASTA this is too much! 
Posted 13 years ago by TuneAgeWhereWoof    [ Reply ]
Let them all pass all their dirty remarks (One love)
There is one question I'd really love to ask (One heart)
Is there a place for the hopeless sinner
Who has hurt all mankind just to save his own?
Believe me

I'm guessing this means that if you speak against us (but who's us?), you're hopeless and doomed and hurting all mankind (with the possible exception of others like you) - but would like to hear any other interpretation. A nice song, but it's always curious that the response of enthusiasts to any questioning of this or any other reggae ballad is such a wall of flame. Love, peace and death to the infidels? Runs my hypocrisy meter off the scale. I do appreciate the concept of One Love, One Heart (as I understand it) - it's a worthy goal for the inhabitants of a planet.

ThePoose wrote:
...like Obama, Bob had a white parent and a black parent.
As the single parent of a now grown son, I think I can say from the perspective of my own experience that Obama (like Clinton) had a mother and a father, but only a single parent.
Posted 13 years ago by Businessgypsy    [ Reply ]
Another great song from Bob.  What a talent!
Posted 14 years ago by bachbeet    [ Reply ]
{#Cool}Every time this song is heard, I feel broken hearts are amended world wide! Much love to all!
Posted 14 years ago by Shaker    [ Reply ]

WORD. {#Clap}

Ok, I actually give it an 8, but that's a far cry from a 1.  I guess it takes all kinds though...

 ask wrote:


and I'm glad I'm one of the people giving this a 10. Overplayed, yes, but that doesn't make it any less of a gem.
 

Posted 15 years ago by DaMoGan    [ Reply ]
 DD closemindedmoron wrote:
I'm one of the 12 that gave this a 1. This hippie, feel good, smoke weed, crap deserves it. I'm glad there are 11 others out there that think the same!
 

and I'm glad I'm one of the people giving this a 10. Overplayed, yes, but that doesn't make it any less of a gem.
Posted 15 years ago by ask    [ Reply ]
Overrated.
Overplayed.
Over the top.
Posted 15 years ago by btilrn    [ Reply ]
Right up there with Lennon's Imagine IMHO.  {#Good-vibes} 

Posted 15 years ago by macadavy    [ Reply ]
Good song + artist for tonight: like Obama, Bob had a white parent and a black parent.
Posted 16 years ago by ThePoose    [ Reply ]
 jlind wrote:
Reggae = automatic 1, wish I could give it less.
 True, that.


Posted 16 years ago by michaelgmitchell    [ Reply ]
wonderful song. Too bad it's overplayed in every Starbucks nationwide.{#Sad}
Posted 16 years ago by Gednabb    [ Reply ]
This is my "please make it home safe and don't hit me" bike commute mantra. So far, so good.
Posted 16 years ago by siandbeth    [ Reply ]
Reggae = automatic 1, wish I could give it less.
Posted 16 years ago by jlind    [ Reply ]
ktnsb wrote:
Good use of commas! And you're right: who wants music that's supposed to make you feel good? Yuck. But that's a really strange comment coming from you, Mr. Moron. You've only given 2 songs a "10", and one of them was The Dead's "Ripple". If the Grateful Dead doesn't remind you of hippies, then I don't think you know what that word means. Oh wait, I forgot: you told us all you're a moron. Incidentally, in the 5 months since you praised the other 11 who were as sour on this tune as you, exactly one person has rated it a 1.
It's true. I rated it a 2 since there are worse songs.
Posted 16 years ago by RobRyan    [ Reply ]
There's a fine line between 'classic' and 'clichéd', and unfortunately this number has been so overplayed over the years that it's crossed over to the dark side. IMHO naturally :)
Posted 17 years ago by fredriley    [ Reply ]
Never tire of this song. 9.
Posted 17 years ago by Kristi    [ Reply ]
DD closemindedmoron wrote:
I'm one of the 12 that gave this a 1. This hippie, feel good, smoke weed, crap deserves it. I'm glad there are 11 others out there that think the same!
Good use of commas! And you're right: who wants music that's supposed to make you feel good? Yuck. But that's a really strange comment coming from you, Mr. Moron. You've only given 2 songs a "10", and one of them was The Dead's "Ripple". If the Grateful Dead doesn't remind you of hippies, then I don't think you know what that word means. Oh wait, I forgot: you told us all you're a moron. Incidentally, in the 5 months since you praised the other 11 who were as sour on this tune as you, exactly one person has rated it a 1.
Posted 17 years ago by ktnsb    [ Reply ]
DD closemindedmoron wrote:
I'm one of the 12 that gave this a 1. This hippie, feel good, smoke weed, crap deserves it. I'm glad there are 11 others out there that think the same!
Your comment betrays your ignorance. Reggae has nothing to do with hippies, other than the fact that some of them enjoy and listen to it. Get a clue.
Posted 17 years ago by tapatia    [ Reply ]
I like the ones with a little harder edge (...them belly full but we hungry...). 8
Posted 17 years ago by Wizzuvvoz    [ Reply ]
Although I am tired of hearing this song...it deserves a 9
Posted 17 years ago by eastcoast    [ Reply ]
Mari wrote:
............ ............ .....................................................
Bob rules on Zanzibar Island!
Posted 17 years ago by crowhog2000    [ Reply ]
They played this song all over the world on the millenium change. Lot of good it did. Constant war since then. Still a nice song though.
Posted 17 years ago by superfido    [ Reply ]
I have always enjoyed Bob Marley, but it's disappointing that few people that don't typically listen to reggae think that he's the only one out there.
Posted 17 years ago by ekeyte    [ Reply ]
Let's get together and feel alright...
Posted 17 years ago by jah_blessed    [ Reply ]
I was just singing this song over the weekend while out Christmas shopping. It always makes me smile.
Posted 17 years ago by cattgirl813    [ Reply ]
ohhh yaaa...10!!!
Posted 17 years ago by Restless    [ Reply ]
Mari wrote:
............ ............ .....................................................
Smokin banana!!!!!!
Posted 18 years ago by hippiechick    [ Reply ]
Posted 18 years ago by chefhahn    [ Reply ]
............ ............ .....................................................
Posted 18 years ago by Mari    [ Reply ]
pixidrizzl wrote:
This may not be the product of a lyrical genuis or a master composer but it sure makes me happy when I hear it.
Amen to that! Musical or lyrical composition doesn't need to be complex to put forth a message as simple as love. This is brilliant and timeless, a true 10.
Posted 18 years ago by djblitz    [ Reply ]
There's so much better Marley... still, it's following "Blackbird", so maybe it's a mini-"greatest hits" block.
Posted 18 years ago by llimllib    [ Reply ]
Rest in peace Bob!
Posted 18 years ago by iMacomania    [ Reply ]
always a good tune
Posted 18 years ago by reznorsgrrl    [ Reply ]
This song wears its message on its sleeve and doesn't try to be "clever". Some people call that simplistic, I call it honest. I've loved this song since I was a child and I'll love it forever. I'm upgrading it to a 10.
Posted 18 years ago by jah_blessed    [ Reply ]
Title should be "One Love / People Get Ready". Don't forget that the verse is from Curtis Mayfield.
Posted 18 years ago by jah_blessed    [ Reply ]
This may not be the product of a lyrical genuis or a master composer but it sure makes me happy when I hear it.
Posted 18 years ago by pixidrizzl    [ Reply ]
Never gets old....but come on, getting pretty granola this morning, aren't we...it's not Earth Day, is it?
Posted 18 years ago by macz    [ Reply ]
Have to upload the original ska version by the Wailers someday.
Posted 18 years ago by jah_blessed    [ Reply ]
TheLuggage wrote:
You don't have to like it, but shouldn't we all respect each other even if we disagree? Isn't that kinda the point of the song?
We can respect each other as people without having to respect each other's creative output. I don't have a problem with Bob Marley the person.
Posted 19 years ago by ploafmaster    [ Reply ]
babyarm
Posted 19 years ago by Glockman45    [ Reply ]
You can feel the positive vibration emanating from the speakers.
Posted 19 years ago by jah_blessed    [ Reply ]
ploafmaster wrote:
While I do respect Bill and Rebecca's right to play it, I do NOT have to respect Marley for writing it. I respect him for being a big figure in music and having an impact, but not for his writing, since this song is about as meandering and bland as the rest. If I think the writing is bad, why do I have to respect it?
You don't have to like it, but shouldn't we all respect each other even if we disagree? Isn't that kinda the point of the song?
Posted 19 years ago by TheLuggage    [ Reply ]
downbylaw wrote:
...RP needs to dump the reggae/ragga/ska stuff.
8O No no no no no... don't listen to him
Posted 19 years ago by rolf    [ Reply ]
BLADERUNNER wrote:
THE ONE, THE ONLY, THE GREAT ONE!! THE ONLY SADNESS IS THAT HE WAS TAKEN FROM US WAY TOO SOON. A GENIUS, A POET, A MOVER AND A SHAKER. SIMPLY THE BEST REST IN PEACE, BROTHER
Amen, brother!
Posted 19 years ago by Zarba    [ Reply ]
downbylaw wrote:
i thought this song was good back in high school. not anymore. RP needs to dump the reggae/ragga/ska stuff.
No, you need to exercise your finger and hit the mute button.
Posted 19 years ago by DisplacedNorthrnr    [ Reply ]
annanyc wrote:
I wouldn't say that RP NEEDS to do anything--this is their station, they run it as they see fit and we're all here instead of anywhere else, aren't we? This song is certainly overexposed, but its place in the musical pantheon cannot be disputed. You don't have to like it, but you should respect both Marley for writing it and Bill & Rebecca's right to play it.
While I do respect Bill and Rebecca's right to play it, I do NOT have to respect Marley for writing it. I respect him for being a big figure in music and having an impact, but not for his writing, since this song is about as meandering and bland as the rest. If I think the writing is bad, why do I have to respect it?
Posted 19 years ago by ploafmaster    [ Reply ]
annanyc wrote:
I wouldn't say that RP NEEDS to do anything--this is their station, they run it as they see fit and we're all here instead of anywhere else, aren't we? This song is certainly overexposed, but its place in the musical pantheon cannot be disputed. You don't have to like it, but you should respect both Marley for writing it and Bill & Rebecca's right to play it.
Right on!!!
Posted 19 years ago by Mugro    [ Reply ]
Yes it's a great song. But I must admit, I sort of dread (!) to hear it come on again, and again. Maybe it just needs a little rest.
Posted 19 years ago by srbarry    [ Reply ]
This reminds me of my "Lost Weekend" where my friends and I listened to Legend over and over again on cassette tape, not getting up out of our hammocks at all for three days straight. I'm not exaggerating, even when it rained we just layed there like beached whales. We finally went out and bought the CD because we were tired of flipping the tape over.
Posted 19 years ago by BKardon    [ Reply ]
downbylaw wrote:
i thought this song was good back in high school. not anymore. RP needs to dump the reggae/ragga/ska stuff.
I wouldn't say that RP NEEDS to do anything--this is their station, they run it as they see fit and we're all here instead of anywhere else, aren't we? This song is certainly overexposed, but its place in the musical pantheon cannot be disputed. You don't have to like it, but you should respect both Marley for writing it and Bill & Rebecca's right to play it.
Posted 19 years ago by annanyc    [ Reply ]
8)
Posted 19 years ago by R_P    [ Reply ]
Thank you RP!!!
Posted 19 years ago by RTK    [ Reply ]
I took a real long bus ride once...the guy behind me played reggae for 8 hours straight. Phew :( After that I gave away my vinyl of "Natty Dread" I still like some of Bob's stuff though.... And I'm pissed that I gave that album away :(
Posted 19 years ago by Huey    [ Reply ]
Hear the children frying?
Posted 19 years ago by rexi    [ Reply ]
:sunny.gif: makes me feel irie!
Posted 20 years ago by rob3000    [ Reply ]
Posted 20 years ago by DownHomeGirl    [ Reply ]
I always see a small rash of anti Bob / reggae after a song is played. Hello folks, RP seems to like it, as with most of us listeners, so stop crying and open your ears.
Posted 21 years ago by ala_kavorka    [ Reply ]
this song makes Radio Paradise heaven on Earth
Posted 21 years ago by BLADERUNNER    [ Reply ]
Lots of Marley today. I think I\'ll go get some Red Stripe and wish for sunshine. :)
Posted 21 years ago by ScottFromWyoming    [ Reply ]
i thought this song was good back in high school. not anymore. RP needs to dump the reggae/ragga/ska stuff.
Posted 21 years ago by downbylaw    [ Reply ]
This song reminds me of a college beach trip. Don\'t I wish I was sitting in the sun and sand now, instead of behind this computer! :roll:
Posted 21 years ago by tuningin    [ Reply ]
Timeless and eternally relevant- Keep playing Marley, Bill.
Posted 21 years ago by anuraga    [ Reply ]
Decent song, but RP plays way too much Marley...
Posted 21 years ago by csnyder    [ Reply ]
Originally Posted by MoxyP: .... the samesamesame beat??) Heard one reggae song, heard 'em all ...
Well, sure, that's why they're so easy (and fun) to dance to when yer baked. :p ;) Music could certainly serve worse purposes.
Posted 21 years ago by rgj13    [ Reply ]
THE ONE, THE ONLY, THE GREAT ONE!! THE ONLY SADNESS IS THAT HE WAS TAKEN FROM US WAY TOO SOON. A GENIUS, A POET, A MOVER AND A SHAKER. SIMPLY THE BEST REST IN PEACE, BROTHER
Posted 21 years ago by BLADERUNNER    [ Reply ]
Sorry, but imo reggae is the most boring music out there. (Yeah, the lyrics are sometimes socially relevant, but the samesamesame beat??) Heard one reggae song, heard \'em all ...
Posted 21 years ago by MoxyP    [ Reply ]
I am so tired of reggae, I could scream.
Posted 22 years ago by curtisls    [ Reply ]
Originally Posted by (8?»: C'mon Cagey, don't hold back, tell us how you really feel. :D
I just did ;-) ....seems like some other people here are kind of bored with the Marley-fest phases Bill G. goes through on a regular basis too. I don't mind the occasional track - the on/off switch on most hi-fi equipment these days is good for 25,000 hits :p
Posted 22 years ago by Cagey    [ Reply ]
Originally Posted by neils26: no more marley AAAAAARRRRGGGGHHH!!!
No it's "Aaaaaaaagh".... at the back of the throat.
Posted 22 years ago by squarepixel    [ Reply ]
I\'d love to hear some Marley that I can\'t hear on commercials, never mind commercial radio. Seriously, I don\'t know a lot of his material outside this, \"No Woman No Cry\", and \"I Shot the Sheriff\". Can you would play some of the his \"obscure\" stuff like you do other artists?
Posted 22 years ago by percolator    [ Reply ]
What\'s with all the Marley? I mean, which other non-prolific pot-smoking artist is so well featured in radio waves broadcast around the world? I\'m sick of hearing it to be honest. I don\'t like the style, or \"da\" words expecially the bit about giving \"tanks\" away, military hardware is way too expensive to simply give away.
Posted 22 years ago by Cagey    [ Reply ]