Wo, man, there you are!
When the race gets hard to run
It means you just can’t take the pace
When it’s time to have your fun
You find the tears run on down through your face
Then you stop and think a little:
Are you the victim of the system?
Anyday now they gon’ let you down
Remember, Natty will be there
To see you through
(I) And ain’t it good to know (know) now:
Jah will be waiting there
(I) Ain’t it doggone good to know (know) , you all
Jah will be waiting there
Wait in Summer, wait in Spring
Wait in Autumn, Winter thing
(Tribe) goes up, all the tribe goes down:
Bring my children from the end of the earth
Many a time I sit and wonder why
This race so – so very hard to run
Then I say to my soul: take courage
Battle to be won
Like a ship that’s tossed and driven
Battered by the angry sea, yea-eah!
Say the tide of time was raging
Don’t let the fury fall on me, no, no!
(I) ‘Cause I know (know) -know:
Jah will be waiting there
(I) Ain’t it good to know (know) now:
Jah will be waiting there. Wo-oo-o-oo-o! Ooh, yeah!
Lost and found, who speak I give
Lost and found, who speak I give
Speak I give, lost and found
Lost and found, who speak I give
Lost and found, who speak I give
Finding Strength in the Struggle
“I Know” by Bob Marley delivers a message of hope and perseverance in the face of life’s challenges. The lyrics reflect the struggles of maintaining faith and courage when life feels overwhelming. Marley uses powerful imagery—like tears in times of hardship and battles to be won—to connect with listeners who may feel battered by their own circumstances. Through these verses, he reassures his audience that they are never alone, emphasizing the presence of Jah (God) as a constant source of support and strength, no matter the season or situation.
The Power of Spiritual Assurance
At the heart of the song lies a spiritual affirmation: no matter how difficult the journey, Jah will always be there, waiting patiently through every trial. Marley’s reference to being “lost and found” speaks to the cycle of struggle and redemption, reinforcing the idea that faith can guide us back when we feel adrift. The lyrics encourage listeners to look inward for courage and to trust in a higher power to see them through.
Song Credits
Artist: Bob Marley
Songwriter: Bob Marley
Label: Tuff Gong