Humble African
Culture Lyrics

I'm on this land, I trouble no one
my desire is to make no problem with no one
non-interference, non-political
no matter what you do, I see: I'm blind; and hear: I'm deaf

I'm a humble african, passing through babylon

These little hands and simple fingers that I have
they were not made to pinch nor tear, you hear?
but to move in deeds of kindness, you see?
and to fold in thoughts of prayer to help my brother pray for the betterment of his life, yeah! oh yeah.
it's better to have a friend than to need one
it's better to find a friend than to be in need
lift up your brother, don't you put him down
one hand wash the other... pongo and paki come

I'm a humble african, I was born to love my brother
I'm a humble african, united i must be
I'm a humble african, no matter what they say
I'm a humble african

my forefathers came here from the days of slaves.
i work until my skin start to strip.
and to every time i speak for my justice,
yes someone to name me disagreeable still.
i pray the day will come when we all have peace and inity.
no more chasing one another without humanity.
i pray the day will come that we all share what we have and show the people of the love that we have to give. let them know!

I'm a humble african, nothing but unity inside
I'm a humble african, Jah stand for us all
I'm a humble african, let me beat my drum inna babylon

I'm a humble african, Jah you know who I am!
I'm a humble african

In Culture's song "Humble African", the artist talks about his desire to live peacefully and not cause any problems with others. He claims to be a "non-interference, non-political" person who is blind and deaf to others' actions in order to avoid conflict. He also talks about his humble nature and how he was born to love his brothers, emphasizing the importance of unity and helping one another. He describes his hands as being meant for kindness and prayer, rather than violence, and encourages others to lift each other up instead of tearing them down.

The song can be interpreted as a plea for peace and unity, especially among Africans. The artist seems to be acknowledging the struggles of his ancestors, who were brought to the Americas as slaves, by highlighting the need for kindness and brotherhood. He also emphasizes the importance of finding and being a friend, rather than being in need, and encourages others to work towards a more peaceful and loving world.

I'm on this land, I trouble no one
I am living here peacefully and do not cause problems for anyone.

my desire is to make no problem with no one
I do not want to create trouble or conflict with anyone.

non-interference, non-political
I do not get involved with politics or interfere with others' lives.

no matter what you do, I see: I'm blind; and hear: I'm deaf
I do not judge, criticize or blame anyone. I am neutral to whatever happens around.

I'ma humble african, trouble no one
I am a humble African who causes no trouble.

These little hands and simple fingers that I have
I have limited physical abilities and resources to work with.

they were not made to pinch nor tear, you hear?
I am not meant to harm or hurt anyone.

but to move in deeds of kindness, you see?
I am meant to help others positively.

and to fold in thoughts of prayer to help my brother pray for the betterment of his life, yeah! oh yeah.
I pray that my brothers and sisters find peace, love and freedom in their lives.

it's better to have a friend than to need one
Having a friend is more valuable than just needing one.

it's better to find a friend than to be in need
Finding a friend is more satisfying than being in need of one.

lift up your brother, don't you put him down
We should support and encourage our brothers and sisters rather than criticizing them.

one hand wash the other... pongo and paki come
We should help one another and work together. Pongo and Paki are African names representing the people.

I'm a humble african, united i must be
As a humble African, I am committed to being united with my people.

my forefathers came here from the days of slaves.
My ancestors were brought here as slaves.

i work until my skin start to strip.
I work tirelessly, until my skin peels off.

and to every time i speak for my justice,
I always advocate for justice when I speak.

yes someone to name me disagreeable still.
Some people may still disagree with me even though I advocate for justice.

i pray the day will come when we all have peace and inity.
I hope that one day, we all find peace and unity.

no more chasing one another without humanity.
I hope that we will stop treating each other with cruelty.

i pray the day will come that we all share what we have and show the people of the love that we have to give. let them know!
I hope that we will share our resources and love with one another, so that everyone knows how much they are valued.

I'm a humble african, Jah stand for us all
As a humble African, I believe that God stands with us all.

let me beat my drum inna babylon
I will express myself and my culture even in a foreign land.

Jah you know who I am!
God, you know who I am and what I stand for.

Writer(s): Wade Everal Brammer, Lynford Marshall, Paul Kastick, Wade Brammer, Joseph Hill, Robbie Lyn, Colin York Copyright: Greensleeves Publishing Limited, Tafari Music Inc., Dubplate Music Publishers Ltd.

Contributed by Tyler T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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