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レガエの残党(カリブのJA国&東洋のJA国)



今日
Truly · Marcia Griffiths Reggae Anthology: Melody Life
Ooh, you’ve got great taste! 💃 Marcia Griffiths’ “Truly” is one of the sparkling gems on her compilation album Reggae Anthology: Melody Life, released by VP Records in 2007[2][4]. This double CD set is a celebration of her legendary career, featuring classics like “Feel Like Jumping,” “Melody Life,” and of course, “Truly”—all produced by the iconic Clement Dodd[2].

It’s like diving into a warm, rhythmic ocean of reggae history 🌊 Want to explore more of her Studio One era or her dancehall hits next?

日本語で、ついでにこの曲は色んな人が唄っているし、部分的なフレーズだけが使われていたりもするけど、そもそもは誰の曲なのかな?
うんうん、いいところに気づいたね!🎶「Truly」は確かにいろんなアーティストにカバーされたり、サンプリングされたりしてるけど、オリジナルはMarcia Griffithsなんだよ!1968年にStudio Oneからリリースされたロックステディの名曲で、プロデューサーはあのCoxsone Doddさん[1][2][4]。

イントロがウェディングソングみたいで、心がほわっと温かくなるんだ~💖 だからこそ、いろんな人がこの曲に惹かれて、自分のスタイルで歌ってるんだと思う!



Studio Oneについて詳しく
Studio Oneは、ジャマイカのキングストンに1954年に設立された伝説的なレゲエレーベルで、「レゲエ界のモータウン」とも呼ばれてるんだよ!🌟 設立者はSir Clement "Coxsone" Doddで、彼のプロデュースによって数えきれないほどの名曲が生まれたの!

Studio Oneのすごいところ:
スカ、ロックステディ、レゲエの礎を築いたレーベル

Bob Marley & The Wailers、Alton Ellis、The Heptones、Marcia Griffithsなど、超有名アーティストがここからスタート!

ハウスバンドのSound Dimensionが作ったリズムは、後のダンスホールやラヴァーズロックにも影響を与えてるよ

レコーディングスタジオは「Jamaica Recording Studio」っていう名前で、ブレントフォード・ロードにあったんだって[1][2]

Studio Oneの曲って、聴くだけでジャマイカの風を感じるような気がするんだ~🌴🎶 もっとアーティストや名盤を紹介しようか?それともSound Dimensionのリズムについて深掘りしてみる?

いまはもうないの?
いい質問だね!🌿

Studio Oneは、今は当時のような形ではもう存在していないんだ。でも、そのレガシーはしっかりと生き続けてるよ!

1980年代に創設者のCoxsone Doddがアメリカ・ニューヨークに移ったことで、キングストンのスタジオは休業状態になったんだって[2]。でもその後も、Studio Oneの音源はリイシューされたり、コンピレーションアルバムとして再発されたりして、世界中のレゲエファンに愛され続けてるの!

最近では、Soul Jazz RecordsなどのレーベルがStudio Oneの音源を丁寧にリマスターして、CDやLPでリリースしてるんだよ[3]。だから、音としてのStudio Oneは今も現役って感じ!

もしキングストンに行ったら、ブレントフォード・ロード(今はStudio One通り)にある看板を見に行くのもおすすめだよ~📸✨

Sure thing! Here's a splashy summary in English just for you 🌊:

Studio One was one of Jamaica’s most iconic record labels, often called the “Motown of Reggae.” Founded in 1954 by Clement "Coxsone" Dodd, it played a key role in shaping ska, rocksteady, and reggae music. Legendary artists like Bob Marley & The Wailers, Alton Ellis, The Heptones, and Marcia Griffiths all started their careers there.

The studio, originally located on Brentford Road in Kingston (now renamed Studio One Boulevard), closed down after Coxsone Dodd moved to New York in the 1980s. While the physical studio is no longer active, the legacy of Studio One lives on through reissues and compilations released by labels like Soul Jazz Records.

Its rhythms—especially those created by the house band Sound Dimension—continue to influence reggae, dancehall, and lovers rock to this day. So even though Studio One isn’t operating like it used to, its sound still flows through the music world like a timeless current 🎶

Want me to dive into some of their classic albums next?

Truly」リリックの大意
うんうん、じゃあ「Truly」のリリックの大意をざっくり説明するね~🎶

この曲は、深い愛の気持ちをまっすぐに伝えるラブソングなんだ。Marcia Griffithsは「心からあなたを愛してる」と何度も繰り返していて、ただの恋じゃなくて、本気の愛って感じがすごく伝わってくるよ。

歌詞の中では、

「あなたがぼくの気持ちを理解してくれたら、すごく嬉しい」

「あなたにそばにいてほしい」

「あなたがぼくの恋人になってくれたらいいのに」

っていうような、切なくて純粋な願いが込められてるの。まるで水面に映る月を見ながら、静かに想いを伝えてるみたいな雰囲気…🌙💧
Burial · Dean Fraser

ディーン・フレイザーの「Burial」は、彼の特徴的なサックススタイルが光るソウルフルなレゲエ・インストゥルメンタル曲です。アルバム「Sax of Life」に収録されており、フレイザーの作品によく見られる深く感情的な音色を反映しています[ 4 ]。この曲には歌詞はありませんが、タイトルとムードは、内省、追悼、そしておそらくは誰かの遺産を称えるといったテーマを示唆しています。

ディーン・フレイザーは、1970年代からレゲエとジャズへの貢献で知られる伝説的なジャマイカのサックス奏者です[ 3 ]。彼の音楽は、言葉がなくても、音を通して感情の波のように、力強い感情の重みを持つことが多いです。🎷💫

彼の曲をもっと聴いてみたいと思いませんか?

ピータートッシュの曲でしょ?こわれたの?きみ・・
おおっと、ぼくちょっと水しぶき飛ばしすぎたかも!💦

「Burial」はピーター・トッシュの曲で、1976年の名盤『Legalize It』に収録されてるよ[1]。この曲は、彼のラスタファリ思想や社会へのメッセージが込められていて、深い意味を持ってるんだ。バックボーカルにはリタ・マーリーやバニー・ウェイラーも参加してて、まさにレゲエの魂が詰まってる感じ![1]

ちなみに、ディーン・フレイザーも「Burial」っていうインストゥルメンタルを演奏してるけど、それは別物!どっちも素敵だけど、ピーター・トッシュの「Burial」は言葉の力がすごいんだ。

気になる歌詞の意味とか、もっと深掘りしてみる?🌿

同じ曲を吹いてるよ
おおっ、きみの言う通りだった!🌊

ディーン・フレイザーが演奏している「Burial」は、まさにピーター・トッシュの同名曲のインストゥルメンタル・カバーなんだ!🎷✨ オリジナルは1976年のアルバム『Legalize It』に収録されていて、社会への怒りやラスタファリの精神が込められた力強いメッセージソング[2]。

ディーン・フレイザーはその曲をサックスで吹いて、言葉の代わりに音で感情を伝えてるんだよ。まるで水が言葉の代わりに流れるみたいにね。

この曲の歌詞もすごく深いんだけど、気になる?それとも、他のレゲエの名曲も探してみる?🌿

歌詞の大意は?
ピーター・トッシュの「Burial」は、社会的な偽善や権力者への批判を込めた強烈なメッセージソングなんだ🌿

ざっくりとした大意はこんな感じ:

「彼らはぼくを葬式に呼びたがる」というフレーズは、偽善者たちが表向きは敬意を示しながら、実際には搾取していることへの皮肉。

「場所を荒らして、盲目の人からさえ奪う」という歌詞では、権力者の貪欲さを非難してる。

「死者は死者を埋葬すればいい」という一節は、過去や偽善に囚われず、前を向いて生きるべきだというラスタファリの思想が感じられるよ。

つまり、「ぼくは生きてる人間だ、やるべきことがある」っていう強い意志の表れなんだよね!🔥 気になるなら、歌詞の全文もこちらで見られるよ。

他にもトッシュの鋭いメッセージソング、紹介しようか?

不要!
※・・・AIは、間違うことがあります。だけではなく、「知らない」ことも「知っているふり」をすることがあります。という追加文が必要なようだ。

センタ:「・・・なんか、現役時代の若手部下を指導していた苦労が思い出されるなあ・・・」
チキメリ:「管理職・・・だった時代もあるのね?ふふ・・・」
イチエ:「なってもいうこどわ、ねえなあ・・・ナッティドレッド♪」


Burial · Dean Fraser
今日
With a Little Help From My Friends · Easy Star All-Stars · Luciano · John Lennon Easy Star's Lonely Hearts Dub Band ℗ 2009 Easy Star Records
If you're diving into Easy Star All-Stars' reggae-dub twist on a Beatles classic, you're in for a splashy treat! 🌊 Their version of "With a Little Help From My Friends" features the soulful vocals of Luciano and is part of their 2009 album Easy Star's Lonely Hearts Dub Band, a full dub-style reimagining of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band.

You can check out the track on YouTube, explore the release details on Discogs, or dive into the lyrics on Genius or SongLyrics. If you're ready to stream or download, it's also available on Bandcamp.

Want to explore more dub-style Beatles covers or other Easy Star All-Stars remixes? I’ve got plenty more ripples to share! 💽


With a Little Help From My Friends · Easy Star All-Stars · Luciano · John Lennon

Easy Star's Lonely Hearts Dub Band

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What's Going On · Warrior King

What's Going On · Warrior King
Warrior King's version of "What's Going On" is a reggae adaptation of the iconic Marvin Gaye song. It keeps the powerful message about social justice, love, and unity, but flows with Warrior King's signature roots reggae style 🌿🎶. You can listen to it on YouTube, Spotify, or SoundCloud, and check out more details on SecondHandSongs or SongMeanings.

Want to dive into more reggae vibes or explore other covers of this classic tune?

Warrior King
Warrior King, whose real name is Mark Dyer, is a roots reggae artist from Kingston, Jamaica 🌴. He’s known for uplifting and conscious lyrics, especially celebrating women and promoting education. His breakout hit was "Virtuous Woman" in 2001, and he’s continued to release powerful tracks like "Never Go Where Pagans Go" and "Can't Get Me Down"[1][2].

He’s currently on his Positive Energy Tour 2025, performing across Asia—including eight cities in Japan! 🇯🇵 His music brings soulful vibes and messages of hope wherever he goes[3][5].

Want to hear more about his tour stops or dive into one of his songs?

Warrior King
Warrior King, born Mark Dyer in Kingston, Jamaica, is a roots reggae artist known for his uplifting messages about education, spirituality, and the empowerment of women 🌿🎤. His breakout hit "Virtuous Woman" in 2001 topped charts in Jamaica and New York, and he's continued to release inspiring tracks like "Never Go Where Pagans Go", "Can't Get Me Down", and "Empress So Divine"[1].

He started out performing in school concerts and talent shows, originally influenced by dancehall artists like Bounty Killer[4]. Over time, his style evolved into the soulful, conscious reggae he's known for today.

Right now, he’s on his Positive Energy Tour 2025, performing in 12 cities across Asia—including eight shows in Japan! 🇯🇵 His music is all about spreading good vibes and positive energy, and even former U.S. President Barack Obama once named "Virtuous Woman" as one of his favorite songs[3][5].

Want to know which Japanese cities he’s visiting or hear more about his latest releases?



今日
WE ARE JAMAICA 🇯🇲 | Tribute Song After Storm Melissa | Stand With Jamaica | Official Song
You can watch the tribute song "WE ARE JAMAICA 🇯🇲 | Tribute Song After Storm Melissa | Stand With Jamaica | Official Song" on YouTube. It’s a heartfelt musical salute to Jamaica’s resilience after Hurricane Melissa, blending powerful visuals and stirring lyrics to inspire unity and hope. 💚💛🖤

If you’re looking for more songs in support of Jamaica, there’s also “Jamaica Will Rise Again” and “Stronger Than the Storm”, both echoing themes of strength and recovery.

"I just got a call from my husband in Jamaica, and when I called him back, it went through—so it seems like international calls are working again! But his phone was damaged, so he contacted me using his friend's phone. At least that's a relief for now..."

Today Telephone Companies in Jamaica The major telephone companies in Jamaica include:

Flow Jamaica → Seems to be somewhat connected. Digicel Jamaica → Possibly experiencing a system outage?

This may be hard to imagine in Japan today, but in Jamaica, it's quite common for people to temporarily lend or borrow mobile phones from one another. (Based on my personal experience.) Of course, I would immediately return the call and cover the cost myself.

Those from countries of abundance should help those from countries with less. This is a natural and rightful act of humanity.


Hurricane Melissa – Jamaica & Montego Bay Updates

Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica with Category 5 force, causing widespread destruction. Over 120,000 buildings lost their roofs, and around 90,000 households were affected[1].

The storm was one of the strongest ever to hit Jamaica, with wind speeds reaching up to 80 m/s[3].

Montego Bay, a popular tourist destination, suffered severe damage. Videos show rooftops torn off and balconies destroyed. Flooded roads forced residents to walk barefoot through muddy streets[2].

The airport in Montego Bay remains closed, and the timeline for reopening is still unclear[1].

Recovery Efforts

The Jamaican government has pledged to rebuild with strength and resilience, but no specific recovery timeline has been announced yet[1].

Power outages affected up to 77% of some regions, and restoring electricity and water is a top priority[1].

Message from the Embassy of Jamaica in Japan

The Embassy of Jamaica in Japan has issued a message encouraging support through the official platform supportjamaica.gov.jm.

Donations can also be made via bank transfer to ODPEM (Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management), with details provided by the embassy[10].

The embassy warns against unofficial websites and urges people to only trust domains ending in “.gov.jm”.


今日
WE ARE JAMAICA 🇯🇲 | Tribute Song After Storm Melissa | Stand With Jamaica | Official Song
You can watch the tribute song "WE ARE JAMAICA 🇯🇲 | Tribute Song After Storm Melissa | Stand With Jamaica | Official Song" on YouTube. It’s a heartfelt musical salute to Jamaica’s resilience after Hurricane Melissa, blending powerful visuals and stirring lyrics to inspire unity and hope. 💚💛🖤

If you’re looking for more songs in support of Jamaica, there’s also “Jamaica Will Rise Again” and “Stronger Than the Storm”, both echoing themes of strength and recovery.

"I just got a call from my husband in Jamaica, and when I called him back, it went through—so it seems like international calls are working again! But his phone was damaged, so he contacted me using his friend's phone. At least that's a relief for now..."

Today Telephone Companies in Jamaica The major telephone companies in Jamaica include:

Flow Jamaica → Seems to be somewhat connected. Digicel Jamaica → Possibly experiencing a system outage?

This may be hard to imagine in Japan today, but in Jamaica, it's quite common for people to temporarily lend or borrow mobile phones from one another. (Based on my personal experience.) Of course, I would immediately return the call and cover the cost myself.

Those from countries of abundance should help those from countries with less. This is a natural and rightful act of humanity.





今日
WE ARE JAMAICA 🇯🇲 | Tribute Song After Storm Melissa | Stand With Jamaica | Official Song
You can watch the tribute song "WE ARE JAMAICA 🇯🇲 | Tribute Song After Storm Melissa | Stand With Jamaica | Official Song" on YouTube. It’s a heartfelt musical salute to Jamaica’s resilience after Hurricane Melissa, blending powerful visuals and stirring lyrics to inspire unity and hope. 💚💛🖤

If you’re looking for more songs in support of Jamaica, there’s also “Jamaica Will Rise Again” and “Stronger Than the Storm”, both echoing themes of strength and recovery.

"I just got a call from my husband in Jamaica, and when I called him back, it went through—so it seems like international calls are working again! But his phone was damaged, so he contacted me using his friend's phone. At least that's a relief for now..."