Luciano - It's Me Again Jah Lyrics
Lyrics
Ah ha ha
Glory, hallelujah...
Hallowed be thy name...
Oh, Most High, God
Glory be to the Most High, God
Hallowed be thy name...
King of kings, and Lord of lords, worthy to be praised
I'll ascribe to you dominion, power, and grace
Through all the years and years to come, you'll always be the same
It's me again Jah, as I fall on my knees today
Help me God, I pray
Don't wanna be carried away...
It's me again Jah, as I fall on my knees today
Help me God, I pray
Preserve my soul today
Look around the world today, oh God, and you will see...
Pharisees and backbiters taken up in vanity
But I know you control my destiny, and from you all blessings flow
From yesterday, even today, and tomorrow
It's me again Jah, as I fall on my knees today
Help me God, I pray
Don't wanna be carried away...
It's me again Jah, as I fall on my knees today
Help me God, I pray
Preserve my soul today
Ah ha ha
Glory, hallelujah...
Bless my soul, oh Jah...
Oh, Most High, God
My heart is willing, my flesh is weak, but still, Oh Jah, I seek...
To walk Your way, Your holy way, I pray my soul You'll keep
Though my enemies encamp at me, I know I'll be still
Forevermore under Your banner, and for always in Your hand
It's me again Jah, as I fall on my knees today
Help me God, I pray
Don't wanna be carried away...
It's me again Jah, as I fall on my knees today
Help me God, I pray
Preserve my soul today
Say, glory be to the Most High, God
Hallowed be thy name...
The King of kings, and Lord of lords, worthy to be praised
I'll ascribe to you dominion, power, and grace
Through all the years and years to come, and for all the race
It's me again Jah, as I fall on my knees today
Help me God, I pray
Don't wanna be carried away...
It's me again Jah, as I fall on my knees today
Help me God, I pray
Preserve my soul today
It's me again Jah, as I fall on my knees today
Help me God, I pray
Don't wanna be carried away...
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It's Me Again Jah
Meaning & Inspiration
Luciano's "It's Me Again Jah," featured on the 1995 compilation album *Reggae Roots: 1972-1995, Vol. 5*, stands as a profound declaration of faith and dependence on the divine. The song's genesis is deeply rooted in the singer's personal and spiritual journey, a common theme within reggae music that often intertwines social commentary with deeply held religious beliefs. The lyrical narrative immediately establishes a posture of humility and supplication, as Luciano, using the familiar Rastafarian name for God, "Jah," approaches the Almighty with a plea for guidance and preservation. The repeated phrase, "It's me again Jah, as I fall on my knees today," echoes the persistent and earnest prayer of the faithful, reminiscent of Jesus' own teachings on the necessity of constant prayer and not losing heart (Luke 18:1).
The core message of "It's Me Again Jah" is one of acknowledging human frailty and the constant need for divine strength. Luciano’s confession, "My heart is willing, my flesh is weak," directly reflects the sentiment expressed by the Apostle Paul in Galatians 5:17, "For the flesh opposes what the Spirit wants, and the Spirit opposes what the flesh wants—for these two are on in opposition to each other." This internal struggle is presented not as a cause for despair, but as a catalyst for seeking God's intervention, as evidenced by the prayer, "Help me God, I pray." The desire "Don't wanna be carried away" speaks to a longing for steadfastness amidst the temptations and distractions of the world, a plea for spiritual anchor that mirrors David's cry in Psalm 51:10, "Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me."
Furthermore, the song casts a gaze upon the world, noting the presence of "Pharisees and backbiters taken up in vanity." This observation can be connected to passages like Matthew 23, where Jesus denounces the hypocrisy and pride of religious leaders of his time, warning against the dangers of vanity and self-deception. Yet, even in the face of such societal issues, Luciano finds solace and certainty in God's ultimate control, stating, "I know you control my destiny, and from you all blessings flow." This aligns with the unwavering truth found in James 1:17, "Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows." The assurance that God is "always be the same" across time, "Through all the years and years to come," reinforces the immutability of God, a central tenet of faith. The song culminates in a renewed commitment to walk in God's ways, seeking protection from enemies and a perpetual dwelling under God's care, a testament to the enduring power of faith and the comfort found in surrendering one's life to a higher purpose.