(Hallelu-Jah!)
(Hallelu-Jah!)
Love to see when you move in the rhythm
I love to see, when you’re dancing from within!
It gives great joy to feel such sweet togetherness
Everyone doing and they’re doing their best
Huh, it remind I of the days in Jericho
When we trodding down Jericho walls
These are the days when we’ll trod through Babylon, (na-na, na-na)
Got to trod until Babylon falls
Sing your song yah!
(Jump, jump, jump,) Nyabinghi!
(Jump, jump, jump,) Nyabinghi!
(Jump, jump, jump,) Nyabinghi!
(Jump, jump, jump,) Nyabinghi!
We’ve got the herb (got it!)
We’ve got the herb (got it!)
We’ve got the herb (got it!)
So hand I the surf board
‘Cause most of all we ain’t got nothing to lose. We-e-e-ey!
(Jump, jump, jump,) Nyabinghi!
(Jump, jump, jump,) Nyabinghi! A little bit louder!
(Jump, jump, jump,) Nyabinghi!
(Jump, jump, jump, Nyabinghi!)
Love to see when you groove with the riddim
‘Cause I love to see, when you’re dancing from within!
It gives great joy to see such sweet togetherness
‘Cause everyone’s doin’ and they’re doing their best
‘Cause it remind me of the days in Jericho
When we troddin’ down Jericho walls!
These are the days when we’ll trod through Babylon
We keep on troddin’ until Babylon falls!
(Jump, jump, jump,) Nyabinghi!
(Jump, jump, jump,) Nyabinghi!
(Jump, jump, jump,) Nyabinghi!
Celebrating Unity and Spiritual Rebellion
“Jump Nyabinghi” by Bob Marley is a vibrant anthem that invites listeners to move, groove, and connect through the power of music. The song draws on Nyabinghi drumming—a crucial element in Rastafarian culture—symbolizing both spiritual celebration and resistance. Marley intertwines joyful togetherness with historical and biblical imagery, referencing the fall of Jericho and the struggle against Babylon. Through lyrics about dancing “from within” and collective effort, the track champions unity, resilience, and the hope for liberation. The repeated calls to “jump” create a communal energy, reinforcing the message of overcoming obstacles together.
Song Credits
- Artist: Bob Marley
- Songwriters: Bob Marley