A Book of Tributes To Joseph "Culture" Hill

A Book of Tributes to Joseph "Culture" Hill

The posts below are from the friends, fans and extended family of Joseph Hill

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JOSEPH “CULTURE" HILL IS FLYING WITH THE ANGELS - BY LAUREN DRUMMOND

It is with profound sorrow and shock that i add my few lines to those of many fans of this Great Humble African-Mr. Joseph Hill. As one of reggae's emperors, he has left us with memorable, uplifting, educative and conscoius messages. He lamented in one of his songs as follows: since brother Bob died, they say reggae music gone down but as long as Bitter belly Joseph Hill is alive reggae music is alive.... And he was true to every letter of the above quote and a lot more. May the Lord guide and protect his family to carry his legendary legacy forever. i had the chance of seeing culture in concert twice in Detroit and it was an experience of a life time. My condolence to the Hill Family for the loss of this Great Man-Culture (Rasta elder). Jah Bless and may your mighty soul rest in the good hands of Jah. A slice of mount is truely yours. I'm still crying.
samba johm <samrasjo@yahoo.com>
westland, mi usa - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 22:42:05 (EDT)

I was more than shocked when i heard the sudden death of my beloved reggae icon. Mr Joseph Hill's voice, his lyrics and message are what made him so great and a never-forgoten legend. His concert in my home country(Sierra Leone), in the 1990s is a living memory to that nation. I remember when he set up the stage with the words,"people of Sierra Leone come forward" He is gone but will never be forgotten. Although i am now alone in the wilderness, i never get weary yet. Sir Joe, RIP
Patrick Bunduka <pbunduka@hotmail.com>
vancouver, BC Canada - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 22:31:02 (EDT)

I was more than shocked when i heard the sudden death of my beloved reggae icon. Mr Joseph Hill's voice, his lyrics and message are what made him so great and a never-forgoten legend. His concert in my home country(Sierra Leone), in the 1990s is a living memory to that nation. I remember when he set up the stage with the words,"people of Sierra Leone come forward" He is gone but will never be forgotten. Although i am now alone in the wilderness, i never get weary yet. Sir Joe, RIP
Patrick Bunduka <pbinduka@hotmail.com>
vancouver, BC Canada - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 22:18:37 (EDT)

WORKING MAN WANT THIS WORKING MAN WANT THAT,LAZY MAN WANT IT JUST THE SAME.JOE HILL U WILL FOREVER BE REMEMBERED.TROD ON ME BOSS.BLESSED AND JAH GUIDE.
wisdom afevieku <oldnatures@yahoo.com>
hohoe, Ghana - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 21:16:43 (EDT)

I am so sad when I heard the news that the lengendary Joseph Hill has past away on August 19,2006. my condenlency to his family amd freinds and band members he is icon of black reggae conciousness of cultures roots i am very very sad wish him his life to rest in peace
Ramzo Sesay <claudianicol11@gmail.com>
Rockville, M.D U.S.A - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 20:45:48 (EDT)

culture u were a great singer and u have touch my heart with your songs over the years lots of respect may your soul rest in peace your gone but not forgotten.
lorraine <paris_loz@yahoo.co.uk>
sandwell, united kingdom - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 17:33:17 (EDT)

A great man has taken time off his busy schedule. He will always be there- to accomplish his work of giving hope to the hopeless and championing the cause of humanity. His music was not only entertaining but also a vehicle through which the message of social justice and equal opportunities were transported to all of humanity. From the afflicted nations in Mother Africa to the rest of our frenetic World the musical maestro of Joseph 'Culture' Hill will forever live... Rest in perfect peace Brother. Tamba Jimmy
Tamba Jimmy <max_jimmy@hotmail.com>
London, England - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 16:37:54 (EDT)

May Jah blesse you with a peacefull journey. thanks for all the upliftin lyrics and music.respect for ever and a day
linda <lina.winters@pandora.be>
mol, belgium - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 16:12:22 (EDT)

I am very pained and saddened to learn of the transition of one of my favourite artist. Words cannot really exprees the full emotions of my feelings. My only condolence is the knowledge that he has moved on to join our beloved ancestors. He would'nt be alone! DEM CAN'T CAPTURE RASTA! ONE LOVE!
Leland Joseph <leebjos@gmail.com>
Neptune, Nj USA - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 16:07:42 (EDT)

To hear the passing of my most favourite reggae artist, Joseph Hill, has greatly saddened I-man and the rest of the I-dren here in South Africa. Jah has blessed us with Joseph's presence down here in South Africa in December 2002. Ever since then I & I had wished that Joseph would return one day to bless I & I once more with his presence. May his soul find his way to The Most High and join Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Dennis Brown and the rest of the dearly departed I-dren. I, for one, will greatly miss him. I-man speaks on behalf of the I-mmunity down here in South Africa when mi say: Joseph Hill, blessings, Jah man, we give thanks to Jah for your presence, your loving and your dancing. I & I shall always remember you. We here in South Africa also sends our condolences to the Hill family and associates. Blessings to I & I.
Tommy <tommy@thenet.co.za>
Durban, KZN South Africa - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 15:51:23 (EDT)

Joseph Hill Culture My well belove BROTHER YOU HAVE FOUGHT A GOOD FIGHT YOU HAVE FINISHED YOUR COURSR YOU have kept the faith I LOVE U LOVE U LOVE U Paoline i know its hard but JAH WILL SEE US THROUGH
AL G <AWGMUSIC2000@YAHOO.COM>
ST thomas, st thomas us vi - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 15:21:59 (EDT)

Oh Joesph, You left us too early and unexpected.I haven't been able to say this tribute to you till now, because the shock was too unbearable for me.Why has death laid its icy fingers on my beloved father and brother?I recall in one of your great lyrics, "AS LONG AS YOU WERE ALIVE, REGGAE MUSIC IS ALIVE" Who can replace this "GREAT SON OF MOTHER AFRICA" Though with the wings of a dove you are gone,you will forever remain alive in my heart. WE LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU.
Hannah Alor <zigmahba@aol.com>
Accra, Ghana - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 12:58:39 (EDT)

Surely, now you have your slice of mount zion. Soldier and prophet of Jah almighty, sleep and rest in peace.
Tommy Ebohon <tommyebohon@hotmail.com>
London, London United Kingdom - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 12:23:44 (EDT)

I felt your death deep within my heart cos I have loved your music works from infancy. You have been part of my life through your inspirational voice. Only JAH knows the source of all your touching lyrics and inspiring voice. The whole of JAH’s children are grateful for all your lovely messages delivered. Now that you are on board of Zion Train I know JAH is with you but you will “Still rest on my Heart”.
Emmanuel Asare-Addo <hu.addo@yahoo.co.uk>
Accra, Ghana - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 11:26:13 (EDT)

Thanks,because of your work i know no lonelyness, your work set me on the path to find myself and i did. Like no other you Mr. Hill have been the great uplifter of my spirit in times of deprission.Music really does make the world go around. JAH Bless, till we meet in ZION.
A. Collins <andracollins@hotmail.com>
Ajax, Ontario Canada - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 09:24:43 (EDT)

We really mourn the great son of Jamaica, the reknowned reggae icon. we were absolutely shocked to learn of his death. may his soul rest in peace.
gregory makina <gregory.makina@mw.g4s.com>
Blantyre, Malawi - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 07:59:35 (EDT)

The world has lost a man of all time. I can asure you people of the world, he was a man and a half.
safari shule <sashule82@yahoo.com>
moshi, Tanzania - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 07:46:36 (EDT)

Look! am yet to come to terms with the loss of the prophet who has over the years been the greatest reggae icon of all generations."Joseph the messiah hill will forever be remembed as the greatest of his and will continue to leave.Rest in peace my brother but remember there is no night in ZION." You have foght a good fight and for that i believe youre sitting on your throne that have been carved for you on the right side of jah rastafari" "PEACE LOVE AND HAMONY"
">frank A jason <frankason65@yahoo.co.uk>
london, united kingdom - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 07:42:57 (EDT)

Bye, bye man.u have now joined your everlasting home.Your legacy will live with us all the way round in life till we join you a time in future.May the family of joe,walker and tedfird take courage and culture's legacy.............jah bless allllllllllllll!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!goodbye.do yu know what goodbye mean? Good be with you!
omosh lawy <lawydion2005@yahoo.com>
meru, kenya - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 07:40:41 (EDT)

Mr. Hill your voice will always prevail widdin de hearts of de sufferahs and all advocates for mankind. Your work can tell it all and we real appreciate for all thindgs you have done to us, we will miss you a lot but Jah loves more thats why he decided to call you. Much respect to you brother, your legacy lives on.
nikolausi mushi. <nikreb10@hotmail.com>
morogoro, Tanzania. - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 04:34:19 (EDT)

Joseph you have never been here in Tanzania physically but you had always been here with us through your revolutionary music. I appriciate for all things you have been trying and trying to make understand.... i believe that at this moment you are rallying around Jehoviah's throne and that slice of Mt.Zion is for you....We will never get weary as you tought us ,as you have already given a farewell to this corrupted wolrd. Long live Josepk Hill an authentic cultural man.
nikolausi mushi <nikreb10@hotmail.com>
morogoro, Tanzania. - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 04:26:07 (EDT)

Oh! death, how at thou wicked. U which ever house u enters ur presence is acknowledge with weeping and wailing. Jospeph Hill, betters known as culture. U've lived ur life well in this wicked world and to we ur funs u were the greatest preachers that ever lived. When a met u at Kumasi Stadium on Bob Marley's 61st B-day U look weak but the crowd was there 4 u and u never failed us. U might not know but in the future I'll be proud to tell my Children about ur greatness.
Walter Prosper <waltpro@37.com>
Kumasi, AS Ghana - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 03:14:30 (EDT)

Kororia ki the Atua i runga rawa Blessed be the Lord God of Israel Blessed be the Singers & Players of Instruments who sing praises unto His name J A H your works will live on itinually Brother Joseph Hill C U L T U R E
iMark <mark@reggae.artist.maori.nz>
Ptown, Aotearoa - New Zealand - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 01:38:08 (EDT)

condolence & nuff respect to a lion may u rest peacefuly in zion the 2 7 just clash.jah is love sita rita & the V.I. crew love u
sista rita foy <sista_ree@yahoo.com>
miami, fl dade - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 01:07:33 (EDT)

We grew up wanting to see Joseph Hill and the rest of the Culture group perform and feel so honoured that we got to see him in Trinidad a few weeks before his passing. A remarkable spirit emanates from Joseph "Culture" Hill. Foundation will mourn his passing, but bless his works! Naquisha & Donna Marcelle.... Trinidad and Tobago
Naquisha & Donna Marcelle <history @tstt.net.tt>
- Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 22:02:29 (EDT)

It has taken me this long because I just could'nt find the words to express the profound loss our family & culture has experienced. Joseph you were & will forever be an inspiration to us. You are gone but will never be forgotten. Your music, words of wisdom & the memorable times we've shared will live on in our hearts. To Pauline & the kids: you're in our prayers. You will always be family & welcome to visit anytime. Plz keep in touch. Fr: Tony, Donnette & Family
Donnette"Dungie B" Brown McLennon <dungieb@hotmail.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 20:37:51 (EDT)

igot nothing 2 say only JAH can present me 2 turn him and 2 present mr. josephculture hill 4 him
joseph2ndhill <salim_ajuba@hotmail.com>
brussel, halle belgium - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 20:14:23 (EDT)

THANKS JOSEPH: I'M READY FOR MY 'REVOLUTION' JAH BLESS YOU.
WAILER18 <wailer18@alice.it>
PARMA, ITALY - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 19:55:17 (EDT)

We go into mourning brethren, sistrens of dis here world for one of dem gallant sons of the revolution, A man who sought to bring wisdom unto de whole world, a man whose wisdom knew no boundaries. Dis here man is a true son of Africa, a true son of the Motherland. I have shed tears for dis man but to all you fellow Rastafarians and brethren in the World I say let us continue with the revolution. Joseph Hill my dear brother you will certainly be missed by us all. I remember shaking your hand during the all night virgil at Rufaro Stadium in HARARE,Zimbabwe. I was a yout then man, but yu inspired me and the fire keeps burning inside me.Peace and Love to you man! Jah Live!Rasta live forever more.
Douglas Mhizha <tradestone97@msn.com>
Harare, Zimbabwe - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 19:13:05 (EDT)

May the good Lord protect and guid you.my heart is full of pain for the lost one JOSEPH HILL, with you i overstand reagge music and now that you are no more your words will still go on.WE LOVE U.
SOWAH ROOT&CULTURE <sast@37.com>
KUMASI, GHANA - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 18:48:41 (EDT)

EEe Rasta? Waaa Gwan Aya? Seee, U seh, J_h A pretty face. Well, Sing thanks and Praise to the most high J_h. what a fatefull departure, when tingz look Better, n brighter. What ????? Yohana Getunwa or (joseph Hill) Kiant believe it man, "just the otherday i saw ....." R.I.P living dead(Ancestor) Amen.Amen. Amen.
Ras( jahstars) Justus Buoburu <jayzxlgjk@yahoo.ca>
keroka, kenya - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 18:22:04 (EDT)

jah that rasta-man,culture has been one of the best of jamaica and the world.may his soul find peace with the almighty. LOVE FOR JOSEPH HILL,RASTA-FOR-I
jrkrystal <gigi4@sympico.ca>
toronto, ont canada - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 18:00:14 (EDT)

hail, I WISH A GREAT ARRIVAL TO ZION TO A RASTAMAN, A PROPHET OF THIS TIME JOSEPH HILL
miguel <miguelmg21@hotmail.com>
maracay, aragua venezuela - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 17:15:29 (EDT)

It's truly sorry that a great legend like Joseph Hill has past away. His magnificent music will not be forgotten, I'll truly miss the presence of Joseph, but I hope he is in a better place now. I like to show my support the his family and the gand, let them have peace within themselves.
Berend de Groot <ik_heet_bert@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 16:59:47 (EDT)

XXXXXX amount of love, respect and blessings to Culture and the the Hill family, fans, friends I am already awaiting a cd "Tribute To The Original Joe Hill." The reggae great J.H was all about, positive vibes, conscious lyrics, black consciousness, world peace and inity. The world listens when Culture is singing and the world attends your performances. Your misic just have me listen where ever I am and I did attend your performance in St. Lucia. Just keep the music alive and be strong, I know u can. I just really love your music, my top tunes are This Train, International Herb, Two Sevens Clash and Natty Never Get Weary. To all the Culture posse i say keep on playing the great music.
Empress <Doublea@tropicalfete.net>
Castries, Saint Lucia - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 16:47:10 (EDT)

I only had the news today and I was so deeply touched that I even cried,And even now I cannot even believe it.He left us a massage a massage that will live forever.His gone to Mount Zion and He always reminded us how wonderfull it would be in Zion the holy place.Holy Mount Zion. His words are like an engene to me they keep me going and will always do. Earth has lost a real Hero and Zion is welcoming a servent of the all mighty
Mnqobi Mkhize <mnqoby@yahoo.com>
Durban, South Africa - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 16:27:22 (EDT)

"YOU MAKE THE NOISE AND I'LL MAKE THE MUSIC" Joseph Hill 1949-2006 Joseph's sudden departure has left us, his fans in shock. All we have is his music and the pleasure it has brought and will continue to bring us. Some of his words like, "Tan up and fight......with your mind...." and, "The belly of reggae is the drum..." will always stay with me. Joseph will continue to make music where he is. Those who have had the opportunity to see and hear this consumate performer will always cherish those memories, I think. I am grateful to me among them. The album "Culture Live in Africa" is my favorite live album. Heartfelt condolences to the family, the band and friends of the band. May Joseph's soul rest in peace.
Lyn Naughton <ritasargeant@hotmail.com>
Canada - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 16:23:55 (EDT)

The Man ,the myth and the legend of Joeseph Hill will live in the hearts and souls of every man,women and child his music has touched and he will be greatly missed.But shed no tears because his soul has gone home to be with jah almighty!Thank you and god bless.
Jefferson Gross <jngross777@hotmail.com>
San Marcos, Ca United States - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 16:21:25 (EDT)

Joseph "Culture" Hill, was the true messenger of the Most High Jah. His lyrics can only be equated to the lengendary Bob Marley. He has through out his career managed to break loose both colonial and personal demons out of the hearts of the troden. After Bob Marley, he is probably the only one musician that won the heart and souls of Africans in Africa, thereby making himself the true messenger of African vision in diaspora.The most Honourable Joseph "Culture Hill" is and will remain a reggae household name across the globe in the same breath the world holds the Father of Reggae Bob Marley. Hill stood for Love, Peace and Justice. It is these ideals that he preached again and again and again. He lived his life well and I have no doubt in my mind, that the Most High Jah Rastafarai I will remember his most humble servant JOSEPH CULTURE HILL and allow his MIGHTY SOUL to rest in PEACE. Fare thee well brother, lets meet when our work here is done too.
Ndumanene Devlin Silunngwe <devlinsilungwe@yahoo.com>
Lilongwe, MALAWI-AFRICA - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 16:18:04 (EDT)

Greetings in the name of the Most High Jah,Rastafari.Another great reggae icon has gone to meet the creator. To his family, friends, fans, and all Conscious ones I say be stong, keep the faith, He is gone, but the great music lives on. At this very moment, Radio 100, Helen fm is paying tribute to him in a musical marathon style. Blessings and much love.
A.Aimable <Doublea@tropicalfete.net>
Dennery, Saint Lucia - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 15:47:06 (EDT)

There are some that need to live wihout history.Others left history but history of hate and terror.Joseph Hill of Cultrue fame left history of positive vibe.He made the black race to develop the kind of conciousness to get to the higher height.And who tells me the man is dead? His message will forever dwell in the heart of men .A man that lived for good and quick to trample upon evil.Joseph, may your soul not rest.... may it continue to inspire the ignorant, may it burn the wickedness of mankind, and may it continue to be guidance for all.See you in the next world.Jah guide.
Amevor Emma Mensz Mensah <menszus@yahoo.com>
tema ghana, Ghana - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 15:46:34 (EDT)

We realy lost one of most important friend and brother,but I beleive we're together in spirit and he is with the good Lord (Jah).May his soul rest in peace.
Honore K.Kuvie <honoreg@yahoo.com>
cape town, south africa, w/p South Africa - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 15:14:29 (EDT)

GIVE THANKS... NUFF LOVE, SEE U, JAH SON. sorry to don't come with u in jamaica... JAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH..........
chiara_ganJAH <chiarafreddi@libero.it>
ancona, it - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 14:10:54 (EDT)

Jah giveth and Jah taketh.The joy he brought to our hearts through music shall be with we always.May his glorious soul rest in perfect peace.
Derek Campbell <drkcampbell@yahoo.com>
FREETOWN CITY, Sierra Leone - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 08:49:47 (EDT)

Hill was my best reggae artist and the best so far until his untimely death.the world has lost agreat one.May he R.I.P.
Kwesi Banapeh <banapeh@yahoo.com>
Cape Coast , Ghaha, 0233 , Ghana - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 08:35:46 (EDT)

greetings inna de name.SELASSIE I.SELAH. it is wid sadness i-man cum fi know about de passin on of one of de best breddas inna de bidness,innit. JOSEPH HILL give i-n-i empresses inna zIMBABWE strong i-nity and i-nspiration...especially wid dat song, i am a humble african, and HEY DREADIE..rest inna de lovin arms of JAHJAH..bless.to de family, inna i-meditation, i-man find tym fi you. JAH GUIDE.bless...........
omegafyre <omegafyre@cooltoad.com>
zim - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 08:28:21 (EDT)

I got hooked to reggae when I was about 12 years old, because of Culture's album "CUMBOLO".I'm very shocked to learn of the bredren Joseph Hill's passing. I think he is one of the best reggae artists ever. MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE, IN THE NAME OF THE MOST HIGH JAH RASTAFARI.
Oupa Gadinabokao <gadinabokao@yahoo.com>
Potchefstroom, South Africa - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 08:03:31 (EDT)

i want to send my condolences to the family of mr joeseph hill,and all the reggae lovers in the world it is indeed a big loss, a true teacher,a true entertainer and most of all a true rastaman,joe you were an inspiration in my life i pray that your soul may rest in eternal peace
Michael odock <odockmike@yahoo.com>
Nairobi, Nairobi Kenya - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 07:47:41 (EDT)

JOSEPH HILLS (CULTURE), YOUR EXIT FROM THE SCENE TO THE MOST PEACEFUL PLACE HAS DEFINITELY MOVED YOUR MISSION TO THE WORLD FURTHER AND FARTHER THAN EXPECTATION OF MAN. HERE IN NIGERIA, YOU HAVE MADE A LANDMARK OF LYRICAL PASSION FOR THE MESSAGE OF PEACE AND LOVE, 'DO SOMETHING FOR YOURSELF FI THE YOUTH', STOP THE FUSSING AND FIGHTING, AND SO MUCH MORE. YOU SHALL FOREVER BE CELEBRATED AND NEVER RELEGATED,BLESSED. R.I.P.
SEBASTIAN IKPOZA (D.J D'STORM) <djdesertstorm3000@yahoo.com>
ASABA, DELTA NIGERIA - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 07:30:53 (EDT)

The man with the velvet voice, arguably the best vocalist of my life. It will be difficult to come to terms with this loss. To me he was the most admired person in my life and his talent was something out of this planet. As he put in one of his songs "where the tree falls" when he said as long as bitter belly joseph hill is alive reggae music is alive and now it will be the opposite. He was one of the few musicians still repsresenting roots reggae as the arena these days is filled with artists many of them doing commercial reggae. May his soul rest in eternal peace and may His Majesty the Almighty Jah take care of his family. JAH RASTAFARAI!
vincent pereira <vpereira@indebank.com>
blantyre, malawi - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 07:26:52 (EDT)

I give my condolences to the family and friends and FUNS. Praying Jah to giveth strength on this sorrowful time. But we should not mourn for Joseph Hill is with jah in ZION rather we should cerebrate the time he has been with us. PRAISE BE TO JAH.
Nduta Lucy Thanu <ndutaa2005@yahoo.com>
Nairobi, Kenya - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 07:22:19 (EDT)

Turn on the lights today...for Joseph "Culture" Hill, for all his family, members of the band friends...! My sincerest condolences to you all, Brigitte
Brigitte
Brussels, Belgium - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 07:05:04 (EDT)

I remember listenig to his music in the late 70s and early eighties, man the man was a genius. My condolences to the Hill family and may his soul rest in peace. His music was an inspration to many oppressed people in Africa. He taught us to be united and stand up to the oppresser.
Mupondi L.T. <tapiwamupondi@yahoo.co.uk>
Harare, Zimbabwe - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 06:45:03 (EDT)

The bomb has just busted in the whole world. It was heard by many including animals, plant in the sea and on the survival planet (earth) Joseph was a very important person in my life, due to the fact that he preached to the young once and gives them the right way through the music that he has established. Joseph's Spirit and Vibrant Smile are with us all right now! WE will always have the music. He will live on in our Heart and Soul through that lovely music they made. The musical beats are now the heartbeat of his soul to be forever cherished as I will always cherish the moments of his numerous smiles. He touched us many times with his kindness and I will forever be inspired. We wish we could be there but in what will seem like an eternity to us but the winkin' blink of an eye to Joseph, he will not be forgotten by many. Condolences go out to Pauline Hill, Kenyatta Hill, the entire Hill family, and the numerous musicians who formed the backing groups Dub
Veikko Mufeti <windhoek2030@yahoo.com>
Windhoek, Namibia - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 06:28:27 (EDT)

mi pass mi condolenses to the family of joseph hill who visited kenya twice and left many kenyans yearning for more may the almighty rest his soul in evalasting peace JAH BLESS MAY HIS WORKS CONTINUE TO RISE TO THE TOP
SAMU <samsnow83@yahoo.com>
nyeri, kenya - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 06:25:08 (EDT)

i have been spiritually close to mr Joseph hill for 30 years, seen him in concert many many times. in my heart as a big brother, soulmate, teacher. i loved his music and still do right now! he was the One i looked forward seeing, hearing all the time. as musical vitamins badly needed inn this time. i miss him, but know he's free as a bird and overseeing all from above. he's with me, within me. i sing him to the heavens where he will live in peace for ever. i&i thank you Joseph, Jah bless.
samo janada <sjanada@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 05:59:46 (EDT)

Why should blacck heroes die so soon?I will forever miss your lyrics,advice and most of all the CULTURE.Indeed a big tree has fallen.May your soul rest in peace ina zion.
DE-GAULLE ARMSTRONG <Neggoes@yahoo.com>
Kumasi, Ghana - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 05:57:31 (EDT)

(SONG)FLY AWAY HOME TO ZION,FLY AWAY HOME, ONE BRIGHT MORNING WHEN MY WORK IS OVER I WILL FLY AWAY HOME. (SONG)NO NIGHT IN ZION, THERE IS NO NIGHT THERE,HALLELUJAH THERE IS NO NIGHT THERE,RASTAFARI IS OUR LIGHT AND WE NEED NO OTHER LIGHT HALLELUJAH THERE IS NO NIGHT THERE. HE WHO DWELTS IN THE SECRET PLACE OF THE MOST HIGH JAH SHALL ABIDE UNDER THE SHADOWS OF THE ALMIGHTY.JOSEPH YOUR WORK IS OVER AND JAH HAS GLADLY CALLED YOU.WE SHALL SURE MEET ONE NIC DAY IN ZION.JAH GUARD AND KEEP PRAISING RASTAFARI.
KWABENA GARBA <LARBIERNEST@YAHOO.CO.UK>
NHYIRA FM-KUMASI, GHANA - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 05:42:40 (EDT)

My deepest condolence to the family of Mr Joseph Hill and to the entire brotherhood of the CULTURE GROUP. How saddened I am to hear of the passing of a great reggae ambassodor. Joseph Hill, I could not hide my tears, i was like... why should my HERO live me this way???...Culture was an inspiration to many. As an elder he blessed us with his Reggae Lyrics and gave those of us who trod the road the strength to carry on... Lyrics contained in Natty never get Weary, Love shines brighter than the morning sun, Wings of a Dove and the rest of his catalogue are anthems to all. My final thoughts to his family whilst they mourn their loss is the NYABINGHI CHANT, There is no night in Zion and JAH BEING THE ONLY LIGHT OF ALL MANKIND. Today as a true FAN and LOVER of Reggae, I SAY YOU REPRESANT THE ROSE THAT GREW FROM THE ROCK...and a TRUE MESSENGER OF JAH...! RASTAFARI... CULTURE! AS YOU WERE AFATIONATELY CALLED BY FANS may you rest in PERFECT PEACE TILL WE MEET AGAIN.
PAKK4LYF <mckaveli_71@yahoo.com>
ACCRA, W/A GHANA - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 05:33:14 (EDT)

JAH RASTAFARI-JAH RASTAFARI-JAH RASTAFARI-PRESERVE OUR PEOPLE.....Uncle Joseph Hill,I thank him so much for singing harmonies with him on stage at the Frinsbury Park Festival in 1980s and also jamming with Dennis Brown at BBMC rehersle room in Harlsden NW in 1989,backed by the Ruff Cutt band.He's my cousin and i was very shocked.His voice is so spritial,so powerful,singing with (CULTURE).And he was at Ariwa Sounds Studio with the Mad Professa in 1989 when i was doing a session doing backing voals.My entire family and cousins,the Nicholsons,the Thomas's,the Nelsons,the Burgess,all relatives sends there condolanses.And i'll be looking foward to do an Unplugged album soon!.Uncle Joseph Hill's music still lives on forever and ever,"JAH RASTAFARI".he'l be sadly be misssed.Errol(Steel Steel)Nicholson.
Errol(Black Steel)Nicholson <errolnicholson@aol.com>
SE,LONDON, UK - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 05:32:13 (EDT)

To you Joseph who gave so much love and transmitted such a beautiful message from the bottom of the heart. You were a real rasta. May you rebirth in the best conditions, I will pray for you, for all the brothers and sisters in the world. May your rest in peace. Much love Hélène May you rest in peace brother, I will pray for you and send you much peace. Steve the african rasta who lives in Toulouse Love
Helen Duperray <hedupe@yahoo.fr>
Toulouse, France - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 05:20:25 (EDT)

ANOTHER"WICKARD"DROP-->"VACANCY",It's HARDER THAN THE REST-->But hold on to your faiths brethren,for it's only JAH,our CREATOR,who knows why "BITTER BELLY"Joseph Hill gotta join the ZION TRAIN now.I'll first give my greetings,respect and thanks to our brother Rasta/Rootsman DON CARLOS,for not wasting a single time by releasing a song -> "JOSEPH HILL GONNA ZION-JAH LOVE" to contribute to the passing away of our beloved brotherman.Mum Pauline,brother Kenyatta,sister Andrea,and all "ONE GRANDSON"-->may the OMNI-POTENT GOD fills you all with faith,joy and happiness in this crucial situation.Brethren Telford and Albert(COUSIN RUDE BOYS)->you will be stronger as JAH will continue to fill you with strength so that you PLAY SKILFULLY ON YOUR HARPS in order to spread HIS words to the world.Now that the TWO SEVENS have clashed,I pray JAHOVIAH to wipe away all the WEEPING EYES,for we are not ALONE IN THE WILDERNESS,NATTY DREAD IS TAKING OVER to lead us majestically and TROD ON to THE LAND WHERE WE BELONG.We have to know that brother JOE-HILL has only an APPOINTMENT WITH HIS MAJESTY(BURNING SPEAR)and we gonna meet him and other brethren to sing and give thanks and praises while we RALLY AROUND JAHOHIAH'S THRONE.May the MOST HIGH rest his soul in perfect peace in the HOLY MOUNT ZION ------>>> JAH GUIDES!!!
WASTY <Butcher@tele2.de>
Frankfurt/Main, Germany - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 05:07:45 (EDT)

Papa culture,you lived your life,rest with JAH.Yours was no ordinary 1.seeing it all n finding the best way 2 get it across,even 2 brethren down here in AFRIKA.WE LOVE U brother CULTURE.
akaatali lambert <blacksoul@ganja.com>
accra, ACCRA GHANA WEST AFRICA - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 04:54:25 (EDT)

he lived a life,we enjoyed his life so he did and we did enjoy ourlives through his continous teachings and lamentations where the society went wrong .OH HE IS NOT DEAD HIS SPIRIT LIVES IN EVERY BEAT OF HIS CONSCIOUS VIBES.
prophetfanon <prophetfanon@yahoo.com>
nairobi, kenya kenya - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 04:51:01 (EDT)

My deepest condolence to the family of Mr Joseph Hill and to the entire brotherhood of the CULTURE GROUP. How saddened I am to hear of the passing of a great reggae ambassodor. Joseph Hill, I could not hide my tears, i was like... why should my HERO live me this way???...Culture was an inspiration to many. As an elder he blessed us with his Reggae Lyrics and gave those of us who trod the road the strength to carry on... Lyrics contained in Natty never get Weary, Love shines brighter than the morning sun, Wings of a Dove and the rest of his catalogue are anthems to all. My final thoughts to his family whilst they mourn their loss is the NYABINGHI CHANT, There is no night in Zion and JAH BEING THE ONLY LIGHT OF ALL MANKIND. Today as a true FAN and LOVER of Reggae, I SAY YOU REPRESANT THE ROSE THAT GREW FROM THE ROCK...and a TRUE MESSENGER OF JAH...! RASTAFARI... CULTURE! AS YOU WERE AFATIONATELY CALLED BY FANS may you rest in PERFECT PEACE TILL WE MEET AGAIN.
PAKK4LYF <mckaveli_71@yahoo.com>
Accra, W/A GHANA - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 04:38:23 (EDT)

The voice of the peaple has left a big gap in the world of reggae music. But his presence will remain and still be felt in his music which has always had a touch on the socio-politiocal plight of the down-trodden. Joseph Hill was a hero , sent to liberate the down trodden in the society & he was a saint & a teacher, born to teach Jah children about the wickedness in babylon & the righteousness in Mt. Zion. May his soul rest in peace.
Harron Musumba <musharr_2004@yahoo.com>
Nairobi, Chiromo Kenya - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 04:19:49 (EDT)

conqurer of many soul you died for righteous cause grace till we meet again in zion
njogu njeri kiongo
nairobi, kenya - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 03:51:55 (EDT)

conquerer of many souls you died for a righteous cause, grace till we meet again in zion. restin eternal peace
njogu njeri kiongo
nairobi, kenya - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 03:48:17 (EDT)

JAH GO WITH THE I, rasta LIVE
R.ZEE JACKSON <info@rzeejackson.com>
- Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 03:40:54 (EDT)

R.I.P joseph Hill.You were my best artist and i will miss you big.But i'm happy you have left your music behind,meaning you are still with us.
Felix Oduor <accounts@instarect.com>
Nairobi, Nairobi Kenya - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 02:17:13 (EDT)

ras joseph i and i he live on in zion 4 i and i live on in his music all is irie
sis inez pulliam <inezpulliamoo@msn.com>
bladensburg , md u.s.a. - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 01:36:05 (EDT)

Rest in peace my brother.
Donna Cfamberlain <mamafreka@yahoo.ca>
toronto, canada - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 21:12:11 (EDT)

josef hill R.I.P el reggae debe continuar mis amigos.expanmdiendose entre multitudes hasta q abran los ojos,destapen los oidos,sientan la vibra
ww
- Friday, September 08, 2006 at 20:53:54 (EDT)

my first big show i play with selektor in culture live in curitiba 2002 i love culture i love joseph hill give thanks and praise for HAILE SELASSIE 1 FOR CREATE AND INSPIRATION OF YOUR MUSIC SELAH
Ras Edi VELLOZO <edidub.hotmail.com>
curitiba, pr brasil - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 20:48:02 (EDT)

é uma pena o tempo ter nos levado pessoas importantes... mais a sua voz inconfundível e seu roots style nunca ninguém esquecerá! PAZ para Joseph "Culture" Hill E Família!! Bless!
Allan Aks <aks_selecta@terra.com.br>
curitiba, PR brasil - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 20:07:34 (EDT)

May he rest in peace and God bless him and all his family.
Konatey Abdalla <donson@donson.jazztel.es>
Madrid, Spain - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 19:59:23 (EDT)

My Mum's friend Konatey introduced us to Culture. We love it and I'm v. sorry about Joe's death. But you have a great family there and a grat philosophy. Mike
Miguel Sanchez <donson@donson.jazztel.es>
Madrid, Spain - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 19:42:39 (EDT)

My Mum's friend Konatey introduced us to Culture. We love it and I)', v. sorry about his death. But you have a great fa
Miguel Sanchez <donson@donson.jazztel.es>
Madrid, Spain - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 19:41:20 (EDT)

May he rest in the peace he preached. We will live with his messages and are very sorry not to be there with you all this weekend. We would have loved to be there. May the funeral be joyful. Thinking about you all at this time. I'm sure his funeral will be wonderful, as my mother's was. I never understood it when people said it was a good funeral until my Mum died and it was! She would have loved it or maybe she did. Cynthia
Cynthia Donson <donson@donson.jazztel.es>
Madrid, Spain - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 19:38:52 (EDT)

Rest in perace and God bless
Konatey Abdalla <donson@dondosn.jazztel.es>
Madrid, Spain - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 19:31:31 (EDT)

Rastafari bless de warrior who has now become a king! Jah Haile I liveth an reigneth in da herats of all flesh bless
Carvalho <versifymusic@yahoo.co.uk>
Babywrong, England - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 19:25:10 (EDT)

Give IYANKS and IHises to JAH RASTAFARI SELASSIE I,HIM.Yes I it's a great lost and yet a greater gain for he had given I and I bretheren a right and a priviledge to perform such maginificent works and and deliver consistent positivity for generations to come, moreso he has enlighten nations and countries of truth seeking people declaring the universal human rights through the knowledge of RASTAFARI. give thanks for the I in which Iman met on ocassions in Houston, Jah rastafari bless and Itect. Like he said Jah Rastafari,Jah Rastafari,Jah Rastafari protect our ppeople.
Ras IDID <mmark@academicplanet.com>
HOUSTON, tTX USA - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 18:50:04 (EDT)

My most sincere condolescence to all the family members of one of the world's greatest musical icon. Mr. Hill has been through his music a great inspiration to me over the years and I am saddened by his passing. I will never forget the joys I've experienced just watching and listening to Culture the times I was priveleged to do so. I cried when I heard the sad news but in my heart I am laughing as I am one of those who had the opportunity of knowing such a great icon. Your music will always be a part of my life. 'May your soul rest in peace.'
ROSETTA <rosettacollman@yahoo.com>
Kingston, Jamaica - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 18:28:57 (EDT)

When one is born, it is time to enter this earth and when one dies it is time to leave. Joseph came into this world and made his contribution to mankind all over this world. A contribution which will live in our hearts forever. Blessed love and good trodding.
Hayila Sillase <negus_negesti@yahoo.com>
Montego Bay, Jamaica - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 17:36:37 (EDT)

I am very sad to understand that Joseph passed away and left his family and friends and Millions of fans in grief.I will attend the celebrations for Joseph and add my energy to his spiritual release. JAH is great and the coming and going of all of us is part of the natural circle, a so it go. Big respect to the great work he has done with his music towards Jamaica and ReggaeMusic in general.Who could imagine a Reggae night without his music...? Talking about respect:I and many others do believe that he should not be buried at Dovecot, but at Mannings Hill or at his birthplace, so the many fans have an opportunity to visit and honour him. If the decision is made for a special purpose by the family we will respect it, of course. We have to keep up our heritage, especially for artists like him. Music is the food of love, Josephs music will never die... ONE LOVE Papa Curvin
Curvin Merchant <papacurvin@gmx.de>
Oracabessa, st. Mary Jamaica - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 16:57:56 (EDT)

MAY HE REST IN PEACE, HIS MUSIC WILL LIVE FOREVER AND EVER GOOD MAN
brenda <breniks@yahoo.com>
STAMFORD, CT U.S.A - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 16:44:38 (EDT)

All Hail INI kings of kings and Lords of Lords Emperor Haile Sellassie I. INI was fortunate to have had the inspiration of a true and honest brother. I heart left me as I heard the news as it was just about a little less than a month that I was touched by the sweet words of wisdom by INI brother and as it is, It will guide me throughout my days.Thanks brother CULTURE you are always there and always will be, in our ears and still chanting REDEMPTION SONGS. Long Live Our BLACK voice through this generation and generations to forward. A slice of Mount ZION awaits thee. Sellassie I guide and Itect thee I SOUL
Sistren Katia <sistrenrasta_3@hotmail.com>
Hayes,Middx, UK - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 16:26:55 (EDT)

REGGAE FOREVER, JOSEPH HILL FOREVER, CULTURE FOREVER! WHEREVER U ARE JOE TELL THEM TO LEGALIIIIIZE IT COZ IT WAS MADE FROM CREATION MAAAN!!! ETERNAL PEACE,LOVE AND HARMONY SHALL UNITE US TOGETHER AGAIN. REST IN PEACE "CULTURE".
James Maringwa <jmaringwa04@yahoo.co.uk>
Castries, St Lucia - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 16:10:58 (EDT)

I was lucky enough to see Culture in 1978 or 1979 in Bristol England. A magnificent gig. I still play two sevens clash as often as i am allowed. Why do all the best people die so young?
richard dawson <dawson-cook@waitrose.com>
sleaford, england - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 15:34:06 (EDT)

my dream to shake hands with joseph Hill now i know is over before man,but the almighty God i know will place him in a better than the best place man can think of.
seth aidoo <saidoo@hotmail.com>
geneva, switzerland - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 14:55:08 (EDT)

may his soul rest in peace.
andrew <anicbre@yahoo.co>
STAMFORD, CT USA - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 14:45:43 (EDT)

In the name of the all mighty Allah am sending this tribut to our be love brother ,father may his sole rest in peace Ameaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaan
abu <abudabbee2007@yahoo.com>
free town, Bo Sierra Leone - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 14:42:03 (EDT)

i miss u.da last tyme we met ,it was at kumasi where u celebrated bob marley with us. u promised 2 b here 4 our 50th independence day, but death took u away.i cant b in kingston jamaica 2 view u one last tyme but i know u still in ma mind.i love u.u were a father 2 me. fill u man.
terry plange <terry-kelvins@excite.com>
accra, Ghana - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 14:37:52 (EDT)

Big respect to the Hill posse we lost a great man there will be a big void the music world
Naphtali Ebna-Hakim Rashid <talisman53@hotmail.com>
Seattle, Wa U .S .A - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 14:32:44 (EDT)

Nuff respect!!! JOE IS PERFRORMING 'LIVE IN MT.ZION'ALONGSIDE BOB, PETER, JACOB, DENNIS & FRIENDS Culture was a down to earth conscious reggae musician who was celebrated all over the world and mostly in Africa Give Thanks and the praise to the Highest, Joseph Hill rest in peace for eternity Jah is above and below us, your contributions toward Black Nationalism, class consciousness is well appreciated by all through musical stage Only Jah knows why it had to happen. Tears may dry but memories will still be fresh. You are gone but your legend shall live on forever. A Slice Of Mount Zion is for you...nuff respect!!! Special thoughts to Mars Hill and his children! "One bright morning when his work is over he will fly away home"..............he want to see King Rastafarian, to look upon Jah pretty pretty Face......... Nuff respect!!! Jah Rastafara,
L <luciaamara@yahoo.com,lha4all@hotmail.com>
Freetown, Sierra Leone - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 14:30:23 (EDT)

OOOH MY MAN CULTURE,U TOUGHT THE RASTAMEN THE REAL CULTURE,NEVER WILL YOUR TEACHINS GO IN VAIN,WE WILL FOREVER REMEMBER YOU,MAY JAH REST YOU IN PERFECT PEACE IN ZION TILL WE MEET THERE,I SAY MASSIVE N RESPECT!!JAH RASTAFARA III...GHANA
ARIMIYAWU <YUSSIF>
ACCRA, GHANA - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 14:27:05 (EDT)

We are saddened by the news of the sudden death of the world's reggae prolific successor brother Joseph Hills whose name and sounds can been heard in sweet rythem in the mountaineous capital of Freetown and beyond. On behalf of the men and women of this historic nation I want to say in Sierra Leone we feel it most of all because we have lost a friend and brother. we are shaken with shock and sorrow as much Sierra Leoneans do in funeral rite by tradition. The vaacum for the lost of Sierra Loene's most admired reggae professor whose choice of words to define man's deceit has been an ecyclopedia in the positive minset of most youths here is too deep and wide to fill. He was with us in war, in difficulty, in suffering and in the struggle for liberation. We therefore want to join you all and the bereaved family in grief and sombre, we wish we have the opportunity to be with you physically to demonstrate by mind and soul our sympathy. However, you are not alone in this moment of sadness and loss, truly i say to you that brother Joseph Hills has gone to set the stage for us to live in the positive. May his glorious soul rest in humble and perfect peace. Amen!!!!
Ibrahim Sorie Sesay aka PS <issesaysl@yahoo.com>
Freetown, Sierra Leone - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 14:25:57 (EDT)

The Prophesy and words of wisdom that Culture shared with the world will live forever! Joseph my brother God bless and keep you. You gave me lots of reasons to be a proud black man. Your lyrics are anthems against oppression and also a wake up call to conciousness both spritually and phisically. You encouraged us in "Youth Man Move" to do something with our lives. You took Reggae music to great heights while maintaining humility - Humble and GREAT African that's what you'll always be. I am greatful to have seen you in concert, greatful that I sing your songs everyday, greaful that you are one of my best teachers. My son who is 3 years old will know you because I will tell him of a GREAT man named Culture.
Ocek <reggaefiesta1@yahoo.com>
ElonNC, NC USA - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 13:37:48 (EDT)

Joseh Hill will always remain to be my roots reggaae inspirator,he is gone but his music has remained with me.most treasured tracks:Humble African,Mr Music,Dirty tricks,I Am Not Ashamed, Natty Never Get Weary and Walk in Jah Light. REST IN PEACE,JOSEPH HILL.
Vincent Amukoya <vinceway@myway.com>
Doha, Qatar Qatar - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 13:25:27 (EDT)

Brother Joseph...Through thick and thin,calm and chaos,cold and heat,your message of PEACE AND LOVE FOR ALL MANKIND has kept us firmly on the path of spiritual enlightenment.You will forever live on in our hearts,minds,and souls.Rest peacefully in JAHOVIAH'S KINGDOM knowing of the countless lives you have made such a positve impact upon.I consider meeting you and hearing your concious messages to be the greatest moment of my life.If I am fortunate to accomplish only the smallest fraction of the countless good deeds that you have done than I will have lived a truly rich life.RIP GENTLE PRINCE OF ZION RIP!!!!!!
JAH GUIDE
- Friday, September 08, 2006 at 13:06:40 (EDT)

Joseph's Spirit and Vibrant Smile are with us all right now! WE will always have the music. He will live on in our Heart and Soul through that lovely lovely music they made. The musical beats are now the heart beat of his soul to be forever cherished as I will always cherish the moments of his numerous smiles. Our condolences to Miss P, Kenyatta, the band and that large family of fans all over the world. He touched us many times with his kindness and I will forever be inspired. We wish we could be there but in what will seem like an eternity to us but the winkin' blink of an eYe to Joseph, we will meet again I am sure. From Smaddy and Brian in StL. Wishing us all PEACE, EVERYday!
Brian Samuels <zion@mail.com>
Saint Louis, MO USA - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 12:35:52 (EDT)

Rest in Peace and thanxs for your many teachings and many hours of wicked reggae music, reggae will not be the same without...
Peter Wedege
Haderslev, Denmark - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 12:27:45 (EDT)

WE 'VE LOST A GREAT LEADER FOR THE VOICELESS, OPPRESSED, LESS PRIVILEGED...WHEREEVER THEY COULD BE IN THIS WORLD. GEOGRAPHICALLY WE COULD 'VE BEEN FAR APART BUT MUSICALLY WE WERE LIVING IN THE SAME NEIGHBOURHOOD. WHAT AN INSPIRATIONAL LEADER WE 'VE LOST!!! TO THE HILL FAMILY AND THE CULTURE GROUP, I JUST SAY CONDOLENCES AND I MOURN WITH U...
Chiswe <chiswebanda@yahoo.co.uk>
LUSAKA, Zambia - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 12:22:18 (EDT)

In 1965-1972 Joseph "Lloyd" began is musical carrer as a "dis-jockey" in Linstead with Bismark sound system, He became part of our family, he was very protective of us, and he would do anything for us. Our family name for him is Look-abush, my brother Owen at the age of 3yrs gave that name to him.He will be forever in our heart.God bless him .May his soul R.I.P. Jaichon family.
Lilian Fendyson Blake <lilianb@sympatico.ca>
Weston, Ont Canada - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 12:05:24 (EDT)

Blessed Love Brother Hill, Jah is definitely pleased with the work you have left InI on earth. Words cant express the blessing the I have forwarded InI through upful wordsound and conscious works RAS TAFARI!!!!!!!!!!!
rasifree <rasifree@hotmail.com>
- Friday, September 08, 2006 at 11:56:27 (EDT)

Papa Joe we Africans we always remember u. you are a legend and hope 2 meet u over yonder Rest till we meet again. Africa luvs u.
Abubakarr Archi-fofanah <archifofanah@yahoo.com>
Freetown, SIERRA ,LEONE - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 11:53:38 (EDT)

YEH I & I, JAH LOVE YOU & WE'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU & ALL THE MESSAGE YOU LEFT FOR WILL KEEP YOUR SPIRIT ALIVE. REST IN PEACE OUR FELLOW LOVED BREDEN.
SETLHABE REBAONE <setlhabersataung@yahoo.com>
TAUNG, REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 11:49:37 (EDT)

am defintely back to pay my last respek on the eve of the funeral of H.E. RT. HON. Joseph Culture hill.as an entertainer,teacher,father,spiritualist,jah messenger,joseph taught us a lot thru his works.what befitting tribute can we give him than abiding by all he imparted us with.H.E. RT. HON. Joseph Culture hill has paid his dues on earth what about us.H.E. RT. HON. Joseph Culture hill spoke against rascism,fuss,war,backbite,laziness,cocaine,slavery,lust,deceit,mr. sluggard's greed and promoted peace,love,harmony,social living,justice,equality,respek,jah business among others. what more could you ask from H.E. RT. HON. Joseph Culture hill.R.I.P.H.E. RT. HON. Joseph Culture hill
alfred <aaobuobi@hotmail.com>
accra, ghana - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 11:42:37 (EDT)

Joesph Hill gone but not forgetting we still remain yo member you for the good work you have done to the world to enlighting people about peace may your soul rest in perfect peace
Mohamed K Bah <karola653793@yahoo.com>
Freetown, Sierra Leone - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 11:42:18 (EDT)

The Three Sides To my Story makes Africa stand Alone craving for More Culture with Culture at work for Culture In Culture as the Lion Rock Trod On the Baldhead Bridge in search of an International Herb for a Humble African but Trust me Nuff Crisis with Good Things proved to be Harder Than The Rest making Two Sevens Clash over Wings of a Dove on Payday despite being stoned with One Stone Live in Africa for a Cultural Livity meant for World Peace. Nuff Respect Joseph Hill for staying a while on the face of the earth. It is just like the wind that has come and gone until tomorrow when we meet again. INSHALLAH
Okoko Ashikoye <ashikoye@yahoo.com>
Mombasa, Kenya - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 11:36:36 (EDT)

The finest reggae show I have danced at, here in Bloomington, Indiana was Joseph Hill and Culture. I'll never forget it!! Jah Bless!
Mark Wroblewski <mwroblewski@harmanbecker.com>
Bloomington, IN USA - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 11:27:30 (EDT)

"'FOR A LIFE IS THING THAT MONEY COULD HAVE BUY-WALKKKK IN JAH LIGHT,WALK IN JAH LIGHT! WALK IN JAH LIGHT! WALK IN JAH LIGHT-TO WALK IN JAH LIGHT IS FINE'. 'FOR EQUAL RIGHT AND JUSTICE STAND FOR I UNTIL FITERNITY,WEI ME! WEI MY BROTHER-SWEET FREEDOM,WON'T COME MY WAYYY!' 'AFTER A LONG LABOUR! THEY TOOK MY NEIGHBOUR,TIED DOWN HIS HAND TO HIS KNEESSS-AND THEN THE SLAVE MASTER,STEP ON HIS BACK,AND THEN MOUNT ON HIS HORSE-THAT FEELING GOES INTO MY HEART! STILL RESTED MY HEART!,STILL RESTED MY HEART!,STILL RESTED MY HEART TILL NOW'"
MUHAMMED J. BAH <degospel2004@yahoo.com>
FREETOWN, FREETOWN SIERRA LEONE - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 11:00:34 (EDT)

Joseph'Culture'Hill was really a Humble African.His music,his words will remain with us.Sleep well brother Hill.
Mada Masache <mmassache@yahoo.com>
Blantyre, Malawi - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 10:32:39 (EDT)

Culture Joseph Hill, a great man has falling I can never forget you in my life you will still remain in my heart, may your soul have a perfect peace, from your album two seven clash " I'M alone in the wilderness' says Jah Is very K I N D to every mankind, that is true. Mr. Joseph rest in Perfect Peace
Peter Boakye <jkdbb@yahoo.com>
rotterdam , south holland netherlands - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 09:36:03 (EDT)

I'M LOST OF WORDS AND DON'T KNOW WHAT TO SAY. MAY YOUR SOUL REST IN PERFECT PEACE. DAMIRIFA DUE DUE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
RASS KWAME <adamsyeboah@AOL.COM>
HEMEL HEMPSTEAD, ENGLAND - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 09:22:17 (EDT)

REMEMBER WHAT JOSEPH HILL TOLD THE YOUTH, THE POLITICIANS, THE WOMEN, THE PAYMASTERS,THE RICH,THE LAZY, STUDENTS AND THE TRIBAL CHAUVINISTS--AND WHAT HE SAID ABOUT AFRICA --- LIVE BY HIS TEACHINGS, MEN!
MIKE ODULWA <consultedge@yahoo.com>
NAIROBI, NAIROBI KENYA - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 09:18:40 (EDT)

Oh jay mighty, heal our hearts coz you have taken our man rasta farah. you have left us with pain but because you have done your will, then the lion of judah be glorified. jay rast farah jah REST IN PEACE.
ndrangjay <ndirangujohn2002@yahoo.com>
nairobi, kenya - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 09:06:11 (EDT)

i thought at first that it's not true,but now i know that jah never does wrong.you lived an honest man,taught us to be honest & gone an honest man.i'll ever be inspired by his roots.jah be glorified.
kama <kamaunaftali@yahoo.com>
nairobi, kenya - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 08:55:31 (EDT)

"'LIFE COULD NOT BE SO AGAIN TO ME'. 'THEY TOOK GUNS AND CUTLASSES AND START TO TEACH THE CHILDREN TO FIGHT A WAR FOR DIAMOMDS...IT WAS A DIAMOND WAR (WAR IN SIERRA LEONE)'. 'JOE HILL IS/WAS HUMBLE AFRICAN WHO STOOD UP FOR THE RIGHT OF EVERY MAN AND WON THE VICTORY TO FIGHTOUT FOR HUMANITY SO HE SHOULD BE TRUSTED,HE HAS GOT READY TO RIDE THE LION TO ZION AND ON BOARDED THE HOLY TRAIN TO ZION SEE JAH PRETTY PRETTY FACE'"
MUHAMMED J. BAH <degospel2004@yahoo.com>
FREETOWN, FREETOWN SIERRA LEONE - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 08:51:23 (EDT)

"LOVE SHINES BRIGHTER THAN THE MORNING SUN,LOVE SHINES BRIGHTER EVERYDAY"."NO MAN IS AN ISLAND NO MAN STANDS ALONE,A DUKE DON'T BECOME A KING IN HIS COUNTRY YET HE HAS A THRONE-PLEASEEEE BE HONEST TO YOURSELF".
MUHAMMED J. BAH
FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 08:30:20 (EDT)

when the toil of the day is gone shall we then forever sleep in peace the night shall be filled the stars of our deeds for we make a living by what we get but we make a life by what give joe has given his what about you?
Jonathan Senyo Fornyikpor <mackavelli052@yahoo.co.uk>
Accra, Ghana - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 08:16:24 (EDT)

Joseph Hill,his music heals,from the head all the way through the knees,every day I will plead,that JAH may rest his soul in ZION HILL.
ratunga kakiya <ratmoska@yahoo.com>
kajiado, kenya - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 07:15:27 (EDT)

Your songs of freedom & lebration is enough to take u to the MOST HIGH JAH.your foot steps will be followed till the world ends.may your loving soul REST IN PERFECT PEACE BLESSED BLESS.
Ras_Paulos <PaulSetorwofia@yahoo.co.uk>
Tarkwa, 233 Ghana - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 07:04:27 (EDT)

You are gone physically but your wisdon and legacy will for ever stick around with us, you were a sourse of inspiration to many a people, R.I.P
Fredrick Musyoka <fredmusyoka@yahoo.com>
Nairobi, Kenya - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 07:00:35 (EDT)

rest in peace
ALEX <allec997t@yahoo.com>
nairobi, kenya - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 06:48:46 (EDT)

respect to you rasta .you just departed physicaly but forever your sweet sound ,words of wisdom and the fun we shared will be cherished.
symmo <simon_njr@yahoo.com>
nairobi, kenya kenya - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 06:18:32 (EDT)

I can interprete him (Joseph "Culture" Hill)as a Pro-Africa Son, who preach peace, love, respect, justice and equal destribution of wealth and natural resources to all people of the world, especially to those in African and othet third world. I was not right emotionally, spiritually and physically when I heard about the sad news. I would like to ask his family and friends to carry on with the clean work Joseph did. JAH, KING OF KINGS, CONQUERING LION OF JUDA WILL GUIDE YOU (FAMILY AND FRIENDS) IN WHATEVER YOU WHAT TO DO. I would like to congradulates Joseph for playing a critical role in terms of bring hope, love and peace in Africa and Isreal. His last album (WORLD PEACE)should be a lesson to the leaders of this world/Africa. MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE !!!!!!! From: Simphiwe Tsawu
Simphiwe Tsawu <mpiwe@mailbox.co.za>
Cape Town, South Africa: Africa Republic of South Africa - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 06:14:31 (EDT)

Joseph Hill RIP. Your music lives on as a fitting tribute.
DJ
UK - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 05:57:56 (EDT)

I would like to pay a special tribute to my favourate Pro-African Son (Joseph "Culture" Hill) who preach Love, Peace and Justice in the world, particularly in Africa. I was devastated to hear these sad new and I wuold like to point out that the group (TWO GUYS) must continue with the good task. May his soul rest in peace From: Simphiwe Tsawu
Simphiwe Tsawu <mpiwe@mailbox.co.za>
Cape Town, South Africa Republic of South Africa - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 05:37:24 (EDT)

long live mr.hill may jah rest you in eternal peace
kaynn kay <kaynnkay@yahoo.com>
nairobi, kenya - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 04:56:53 (EDT)

hill was agreat person and may jah rest him in eternal pease
kaynn kay <kaynnkay@yahoo.com>
nairobi, kenya - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 04:42:38 (EDT)

The death of Joseph Hill has really shaken every living soul all over the globe, the man with a soft voice, the man with encouraging and inspiring words, the man who has made reggae music to be known in every corner of the world. this man was a great man.And the man is JOSEPH HILL. we will miss him on stage perfomance but His voice will be sweeping over the world even if Himself will be resting in peace waiting for Jah's Judgement Day. my sincere condolences goes to His wife Pauline and their kids and other family members. may Jah give you strength to sail through this trying momments. Believe in God that one day you shall meet with Joseph Hill in Jah's kingdom. we shall miss you Joseph but we know where yuo are ,you are sitting on the right hand side of Jah singing your ever golden lylics. We loved you but God loved you most REST IN PEACE JOSEPH HILL.
george onsare <onsare2000@yahoo.com>
mombasa, kenya - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 04:36:22 (EDT)

JOE HILL INDEED YOU WERE THE KEEPER OF ZIONS GATE.AS THE MEMORY OF THE RIGHTEOUS IS BLESSED, SO YOU ARE ALSO BLESSED BY GOD
MAXWELL ANGACHI MURUNGA <maxmurunga@yahoo.com>
mumias(harambee) Kenya, kenya - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 04:27:03 (EDT)

THE LIPS OF THE RIGHTEOUS FEED MANY THATS IS WHY UA MUSIC WAS AN ADDICT 2 DA WHOLE WORLD MAY THE aLMIGHTY JAH REST UA SOUL IN ENTERNAL PEAS 4EVER
maxwell angachi murunga <maxmurunga@yahoo.com>
mumias(harambee) Kenya, kenya - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 04:15:34 (EDT)

We got the information about the sudden death of Prophet Joseph Hill and didnt want to believe it until we came to this page. Jah Gives Rain To The Flowers To Bloom And Fall Down ! We feel together with the family and the whole world ! Whom the words of the Prophet Joseph Hill inspired. Your unforgetable voice and words shall never die ! We got the good luck to see and experience him for a few times and we will always continue to rock and dance with Culture music ! May Jah Be With You Forever Until We Meet Again !!! May Your Soul Rest in Peace !!!
Silke und Nana
Warstein, NRW Germany - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 04:06:56 (EDT)

HIE,THE WORLD HAVE LOST ONE OF THE EXTRAORDINARY MUSICIAN EVER.MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE. YOU MADE IMPOSSIBLE THINGS POSSIBLE.YOU SPREAD RAGGAE MUSIC WORLDWIDE...JAH GUIDE YOU.
leman <www.lemans@webmail.co.za>
capetown, RSA South Africa - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 04:06:47 (EDT)

His Visit to Kenya in the year 2003 is still clear in my mind. May Almighty God be with Mr. Joseph Hill. He inspired the World through his music. His songs were full of teachings and inspiration to me. i pray that may culture as we knew him in Kenya rest in peace. Mr. Joseph Hill will be greatly missed. A true humble African.
Kimani wamute <wamutekimani@yahoo.com>
kiambu, kenya - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 04:03:39 (EDT)

Dear Sir The death of the veteran singer came to me as a shock and disbelieve, l would like to pass my condolences to Pauline Hill, Kenyatta Hill, the entire Hill family, Albert Walker, Telford Nelson. Joseph Hill was one the finest artist Jamaica has ever produced. Joseph was a rear artist, a man of unparalleled vision and a consistent artist through out his career. Please just open a forum on your website so that people can pass their condolences to our greatest singer Man Hill. May his soul, rest in peace Silver Bhebe Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe, Africa
Silver Bhebe <slybhebe@yahoo.com>
chinhoyi, zimbabwe - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 03:52:14 (EDT)

IN ZION THERE IS PLENTY OF LAND, MAY YOU LIVE THERE JOSEPH.
NDIRANGU <jass24ke@yahoo.com>
ELDORET, KENYA - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 03:47:45 (EDT)

LIVE LONG JOSEPH IN THE ARMS OF THE FATHER.
jasan kiiru <jass24ke@yahoo.com>
nairobi, kenya - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 03:40:47 (EDT)

I am very sad for the death of joseph hill. I know him through his music. I got alot of teachings from his music i love JOSE I MISS U and RIP.
SHADRACK KIPKOGEI YEGON <SHADIKOGEI@YAHOO.COM>
ELDAMA RAVINE , KENYA - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 03:35:40 (EDT)

...papa's works embodies a totality that can neither be qualified nor quantified.Positive vibration that suggests permanance.He was a gift from JAH to imanity,with a mission to spread the righteous message.We weep no more,because Papa is on Higher ground, & the message is not lost.His transition is a neccessary sacrifice to have access to victory.....papa,we just a stretch we respeks, across da borders & we give Jah thanks & praise for you,we shall be clean inside,we shall remain united,we shall have charity & Love within we hearts, we shall be hopeful & true & right.JAH,MORNING STAR.
Alexstone Mcowiti <Mcowiti@yahoo.com>
Nairobi, K - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 03:14:35 (EDT)

My brother and I have been blessed to know Joseph and Pauline Hill for many years.Whenever we saw them I couldn't show up without sweet cakes for them all. My heart is heavy,you will always be in our hearts.We will be in Jamica in thoughts and spirit and everywhere you may be. Take Care We Send ALL The Love Your Hearts Can Hold. Peace,Love and Harmony.
sister becky <sistrebecky@bresnan.net>
Billings, MT USA - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 00:14:27 (EDT)

I LOVE CULTURE/ AND I AM SORRY BY THE DEATH OF JOSEPH HILL. I HOPE THE BAND GROWS STRONGER AS A TRIBUTE TO HIS DEATH. MAY HE REST IN PEACE, THANK YOU.
kenneth atherley <kenatherley@sunbeach.net>
bridgetown, barbados - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 21:53:57 (EDT)

A sad day today when I heard about Joe Hill's death. Throughout the years I have listened to his music and grown to love and respect him. I don't know what I will do without a new culture album every once in a while. This is truly a monumental loss. It is as if my own family member died. A sad day. We will always remember him. A great loss to Jamaica and my country Sirra Leone where he was so loved. God grant him peace. A slice of mount Zion will surely be his. A sad day
Sheku Sheriff <shekusheriff@hotmail.com>
Brooklymn Park, MN USA - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 20:50:10 (EDT)

A sad day today when I heard about Joe Hill's death. Throughout the years I have listened to his music and grown to love and respect him. I don't know what I will do without a new culture album every once in a while. This is truly a monumental loss. It is as if my own family member died. A sad day. We will always remember him. A grat loss to Jamaica and my country Sirra Leone where he was so loved. God grant him peace. A slice of mount Zion will surely be his. A sad day
Sheku Sheriff <shekusheriff@hotmail.com>
Brooklymn Park, MN USA - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 20:49:56 (EDT)

'Nuff respect to Joseph Hill! I am saddened by his death and others who seem to be dying in a row this season. Love to his family and to all his many fans...
Gary Nelson <basscultur@yahoo.com>
Berkeley, CA USA - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 20:36:47 (EDT)

I use to listen to hip hop,they talk about drugs sex and violence a brethen introduced me to regga e thus CULTURE he is a true prophet why should he die so soon only JAH knows.
Elijah Danso <elijah024@yahoo.com>
Accra, Ghana - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 20:28:28 (EDT)

bless for all the great music u play jah be with u and guide your wonderfull voice to his angels
MIXHONEY <www.mixhoney@hotmail.com>
uk, - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 19:13:30 (EDT)

How many times have you prayed for humanity ? How many times have you giten thanks to Jah ? How Humble was you Heart ? How wise were your speeches ? Now we continue to pray the same prayer you prayed , to try to humble i and i heat , to grow up wisely . How great was your leading , your teaching , ligtning : May Jah welcome you in his holly city of truth amen every generation will remind your name
MAKA <jalgaty2000@yahoo.fr>
Dakar, senegal - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 18:51:44 (EDT)

you reminded us of the telling stories by our ancestors, you was always true for the culture!! you'll always be in our hearts....RAS JENGO - TANZANIA
Ras Jengo <jengo96@yahoo.co.uk>
DSM, TANZANIA - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 18:34:14 (EDT)

JAH Guidance, Culture was an inspiration to me from a youth,going to school listening his music till today . I met him personally on first tour to Gtenada at BIBBY's house . I know his music cannot die ,but as long as I have ears reggae music must live on. May the 'Most High Jah' Bless his soul and grant Him a place in Paradise. Give Thanks.
<<<<< <Tonydove200@yahoo.com>
St. George's, Grenada - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 18:21:14 (EDT)

Peace and Love to the great unforgettable lion king Joseph Hill. Your words in yours music to dem youth, were so strong and wise. May U'r soul rest in peace and thy name shall not pass. Peace //TonyP
Opoku Anthony <anthony.25@hotmail.com>
Stockholm, Sweden - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 18:03:38 (EDT)

Please permit me to extend my deepest condolences to the family,relatives,band members, friends,Reggae fans, poor and oppressed peoples the world over for the untimely passing of a Knight of Truth - Joseph Hill. He was a beacon of hope through his reality lyrics for us on this planet. I was humbled by his two massive concerts held at the Island View in the fishing village of Woburn. He was an inspiration. Hold tight Culture and continue to forward on your feet and not on your knees!! Life is a stage and we are all actors; Mr Joseph Hill played his part exceptionally well and with disctinction. Mr Hill, I wish you Jah's divine guidance in this passing parade. Infinite thanks, Bari
Barrington Roberts <mutabari79@hotmail.com>
St George's, Grenada - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 18:03:23 (EDT)

My condolences to the entire Joseph Hill family, remaining members of the Culture group and reggae fans. We will always remember Joseph Hill. The music and messages of Joseph Hill and Culture will always live on. You have gone home to the place that want you back, you were loan to us briefly, what contribution to build a better world what inspiration to us African people in the quest for liberation redemption and African consciousness. You will always be in my heart until we meet again in the African Garden called heaven. One love, "you are superior to many and inferior to None" came U taught now u rest. TRUE JAH WORRIOR, BLESSED IS THY SOUL, PEACE RASTA. Joseph Hill Culture, The MUSIC MAKER! The SINGING JOURNALIST! Gone with your Intellectual Property. So who will preserve the Culture? Anyway though you’re gone your music, golden voice and your beautiful & unique composition will remain with us forever. The Whole World will Miss You. May Your Soul REST IN PEACE
Lucia H. Amara <luciaamara@yahoo.com,lha4all@hotmail.com>
Freetown, Sierra Leone - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 16:44:08 (EDT)

The death of Joseph Hill has really sadden me. He is one of few remaining greatest reggae muscians the world has ever known. This man rallies people around jah's throne;take people walking around mountains, for them to hear a voice of one saying "behold I come quickly to pay every man according to the work he has done". He was (and still is)a voice crying in the wilderness, beckoning jehovah's children to come unto him. Hear him decrying discrimination and injustice saying "Jah never made some from wood and stone, and the others from plastic and rubber. From the time I was in my infancy in my native Ghana, up till the present sojourn in the United States, I have loved Culture. I cannot count the number of his record that I have bought so far, I literally have every single record of his. Oh God Almighty make this servant of yours rest in perfect peace and may any sin he may have committed here on earth be forgiven. Oh Joseph, you've gone, but like your name sake in the old testament, we know you will go and prepare a place for us in 'Egypt'so that when there is famine amongst us, we may have place to migrate to, where you will administer to us some of God's blessings that he has bestowed upon you. Ameen
Siam Erzuah <erzuah34@netzero.net>
alexandria, va usa - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 16:15:02 (EDT)

Jah long live your name, you will be remembered for the great wards of wisdom your have spread all over, you are the reggae best ever musician Jaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah long live the king respect
Godfrey Thangwa (Goddi) <Gmuring@yahoo.co.uk>
London/Ikinu, Uk Kenyan - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 15:16:12 (EDT)

Ihave been listening to the music of Culture since my early 20's, I paid much attentin to his lyrics and, Oh, how I was and I am still inspired by the messages in the old and new releases. When the Group performed here in St. Lucia, (twice) people from all over the country attended; some came on horse-back, some walked for miles. At their first show, when Joseph Hill opened the performance in the rain with "Jah Jah See dem a Come" we went wild.....We even stood in the rain we did not want to miss a single word not a single verse. I know that many Lucians will join with me in celebration of his life. I shall surely miss his haunting croon and those lyrics skilfully crafted to make man and woman "getup and do something for our selves" and "dem Politicians Go away" lyrics which could only be associated with Joseph Hill and Culture. And now that his spirit has flown away "with wings of a dove, "flown to the hills to be at rest" we will always remember him until he joins us again..... I will play his music for my grand children and great grand children and their friends. We have moved from the "ticklish Ghetto" but we have not embraced the "English Fireplace" because we still love our Caribbean Land. When we leave her shores we alwasy return. My condolences to the band family please keep the "culture going", because although the masses have "thrown one stone", our "Payday" has not yet come and there is still "too much pressure on de people". Much Love Ulynder St. Lucia
Ulynder Charles <ulynderc@yahoo.com,ucharles@oecs.org>
Castries, Saint Lucia - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 15:12:01 (EDT)

another branch of the big reggae tree has fall but the root of this tree is firm that it will linger on. brother hill is no longer with the mortals but has joined the righteous immortals siting and watching JAH'S pretty face. Joseph "culture" Hill, u will always be remembered.
ras bingy <eaklasu@yahoo.com>
accra, accra ghana - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 14:51:15 (EDT)

Joseph Hill's music has been an inspiration in my life. He has been a teacher and a father to me. Your spirit will live on. RIP
James Muguro <humbleafrican2001@yahoo.com>
New Brighton, MN USA - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 14:47:11 (EDT)

Dear Joseh, Thank you for all that you push us through, you show us the light of zion. We're honored to hear your voice. You said, get ready to go to zion, Yow chant us about the zion train, and said it's coming, but why join and left us alone. I hope things out here will be great with you name. I couldn't stop crying to hear your voice, but i me study and came to send my sympathy again and again. Salasie bless you my Old boy, Godfather, teacher , rest inna peace ful land of zion. Blessed angels carried your work. We're proud to continue. If your Rasta childrens are alive , Reggae music will still be alive. Your word will be stread on the earth. Blessed to the family and the people of your house. Jah guide and take care them. Boy JASON send my warm sympathy
Jason <jasonsalie@yahoo.co.uk>
Accra, gh Ghana - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 14:25:39 (EDT)

so many messages from every corner of the world, so many people feeling this loss, joseph hill was a true champion of the sufferah. will be missed by many, forgotten by none. had the great pleasure to meet joseph when he came to ireland last year. my sincere condolences to Mrs.Hill and the Hill family and friends. in zion there is so much milk and honey, why stay away from zion.....
tony whelan <italkemar@yahoo.co.uk>
., . ireland - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 13:56:10 (EDT)

Rest in Peace Brother Joseph; Your beautiful music has helped me through both good times and bad, I have grown up from a youth to a man with your Godly songs of freedom and justice playing in the background! You now have those "Wings like a Dove, Fly Away Home and Be At Rest!!!" ICXC NIKA Gunnul'cheesh! Thank You! Moses Yashkanda.ets'
Yashkanda.ets' <northstar9301@hotmail.com>
Douglas, AK USA - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 13:40:25 (EDT)

Your Conscious Lyrics n spiritual messages drew me closer to Jah. Though gone, you remain family in my heart. Fare thee well Joe Hill. ...To Friens, family n fans: Be strong n take courage
Arthur Joash <continentcd@yahoo.co.uk>
Kigali, Rwanda - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 13:39:07 (EDT)

Long live rasta, we will miss your sweet lyrics. Rest in the eternal peace.
Gervas Murindamombe <murindajy@yahoo.co.uk>
Harare, Zimbabwe - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 12:13:12 (EDT)

I miss him so much. I can remember his words when he warned us to "make good use of good things for the time will come when you'll not see them again".Truely we will not see him again until the Kingdom comes. Adieu my brother and be at rest till it's over here.
Abu D S Bockarie <abuds15588@yahoo.com>
Freetown, Sierra Leone - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 11:53:32 (EDT)

We in Sierra Leone missed a dear brother. He stood by us in our days of misery. He visited and solidarize with us when the international community ignored us. May his soul rest in peace.
Alimamy Marah <alimamym@yahoo.com>
Freetown, Sierra Leone - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 11:44:34 (EDT)

the worst trajedy is not death but that life that has failed to fulfill its dreams and aspiration.culture died in the shadow of his dreams.he will always be remembered.truly we lost a great rasta man,successor of king of roots bob nesta marley.its a sad thing for the rasta family and trinity.long live culture.you touched our hearts,u spoke to our hearts.you fought the battle,and you won the fight and you kept the faith.rest in peace-RIP my fellow rasta man.RIP culture.you song will spread like bush fire.................................RIP.
Benson Mbugua Gakumo <bmgakumo@yahoo.com>
Nairobi, Kenya - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 10:23:48 (EDT)

The conquerring lion...the congurring liooon..MAY THE GATES OF ZION OPEN FOR, THE RIGHTEOUSNESS "LION OF JUDAH IS COMING"may you soul rest in peace my HERO.I am what I am today because of your inspirational,reviving,powerful music.On behalf of all my friends whom we were in knot with you we say'JAH JAH SEE YOU A COME'bçs "YOU ARE CLEAN INSIDE"Farewell The titan farewell.ALso to Mr Walker and Dayes stay strong brothers.Pauline and immediate families,friends stay strong.JAHH BLESS YOU ALL>LUV U
Thabiso Molefe <2548866@uwc.ac.za>
Cape Town, Western Cape South Africa - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 10:09:59 (EDT)

Feliz descansara en la montaña sagrada! Bendiciones
Mafe
Buenos Aires, Argentina - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 10:09:46 (EDT)

RIP. U MADE EVERYTHING FLOWING.UR MUSIC WILL ALWAYS BE PLAYED TO KIP THE REAL MESSAGE.pUPA U WERE A ONE RASTA MAN........
ERIKO
KENYA - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 10:06:42 (EDT)

blessed fi de man JOE HILL ,for his good work done. may his soul rest in de V.I.P. section of de paradise.
Stonash . U .D .S. <imanstonash@yahoo.com>
kumasi, ghana - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 10:04:11 (EDT)

Joseph has always been a pillar of strength, love, overstanding and wisdom. I n I as a youth, Joseph taught me that rastafari is love,togetherness and peace. May Jah Rastafari bless his soul and rest with love. Selah. The last enemy to be defeated is death.
Ras Mabote <mabotejj@webmail.co.za>
Welkom, South Africa - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 07:20:54 (EDT)

i know jah will be by your side.you tought me alot of things and i will always remember them.here in TANZANIA we will miss you so much coz you lifted our souls hihg.i will remember the song HUMBLE AFRICAN.culture keep the fire burn.JAH LIVE.AFRICA FOR AFRICANS.THIS IS THE BLACK MAN,S LAND.
luiham <luihamu_lui@yahoo.com>
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 07:20:26 (EDT)

I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER JOE AT HIS SECOND PERFORMANCE IN SIERRA LEONE, IN DECEMBER 1998. HIS MAIN FOCUS AND ADVISE FOR ALL SIERRA LEONEANS IS FOR US 'TO FIGHT WITH OUR HANDS AND NOT WEAPONS AND TO LOVE ONE ANOTHER AND NOT TO COMPARE BUT TO WORK AS ONE'. JAH GUIDE AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE. PAULINA, PLEASE DON'T LOSE HOPE BUT STRENGTHEN YOUR FAITH IN JAH. THANKS CHARLES 232-33-433-884
Charles K.D. Nicol <chaljose@yahoo.co.uk>
Freetown, Sierra Leone - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 06:30:16 (EDT)

Indeed a hero has fallen. Indeed our hero has fallen. We have lost a great one. We have lost a great musicial; a great teacher; a great preacher man; a great maestro. You have been an inspiration for us And no one knows the musically imotional pain we are going through due to your departure. Now you are gone forever. But your momories shall forever remain with us. So long as reggae music is alive, our fallen hero is also alive. Let us keep in mind that times will change. The clouds now fill our sky . Let us pray that a sun will shine again soon. GOD BE WITH YOU JOE HILL TILL WE MEET AGAIN IN ZION
SELASI ADJORLOLO <eseladjor45@excite.com>
KUMASI, ASHANTI GHANA - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 06:03:14 (EDT)

What a Blessed Respek session for da Rastaman da world over.an endless tribute to a man who mashed up babylon with his baritone voice, just like samson who mashed up da philistines with a donkey jawbone, Be STRONG fans & family of Mr.Muzic,the Rastaman is still shufflin em Roots & teachings, i heard him wail this morning, in a me radio,i also heard him wail, through Kenyatta, same Baritone,same conscious lyrics, same militancy.Kenya's waiting for big time Kenyatta.Oh what a Blessed session.Him deh yah still Rasta & we keepin it Roots Fi iver.More Blessins itinually Papa. We still playin on Mr.Music, Trust me.Livity Bredrens & sistrens.Jah Love.More Culture in Culture.
Alexstone Mcowiti <Mcowiti@yahoo.com>
Nairobi, Kenya - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 05:51:17 (EDT)

Joseph,I hope the date set for u to join your Heavenly home is really getting closer each day.And today ts only two days to go.May yu join with an arousing welcome by the Heavenly aengels.Bye,bye Rastaman.WE'LL MISS U BIG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
omosh lawy <lawydion2005@yahoo.com>
meru, Kenya - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 05:29:48 (EDT)

May Almighty God rest his soul in enternal life.Amen
christopher Omondi Raywer <christopheromondi@yahoo.com>
Kisumu, Nyanza Kenya - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 03:52:36 (EDT)

Listen People, Joseph Hills, is a true tribute to God, black people and the entire world. Its so sad, I did'nt have the chance to meet him in person, when he was in Nairobi, Kenya. But, I believe in Afterlife and he truly is with us. In some future, I look to meet his family. Kenyatta, please carry on! adagi solomon nkrumah
adagi solomon nkrumah <werah24@yahoo.com>
kisumu, kenya - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 03:44:10 (EDT)

Love you forever
Kristin <kristin@redemptionsoon.com>
Trondheim, Norway - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 03:32:53 (EDT)

What an epic loss! A true prophet and a visionary one of a kind. Hill, your words will carry on for many years to come. blessings to the family! selah~
vajra <bebeosage@comcast.net >
atlanta , GA - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 00:35:37 (EDT)

Jah bless all in this time of sorrow! When we are born we cry while others smile ... when we pass away we smile while others cry. Smile Joseph Hill, eternally. With love and respect to all left here, peace be to all Jah children. Sister P Montana
Margaret Lakel <Lakelrlest@yahoo.com>
Billings, MT United States - Thursday, September 07, 2006 at 00:26:35 (EDT)

when i was a boy, i wanted to grow up so fast that i can join the group called CULTURE. For 24 years I've listing to Joseph hills and i think i have all his albums just because i believe in his massage to all mankind. may your soul rest in peace my brother for jar has called you to be by his side till judgement day. till then, peace.
sahid bazzy <sahbaz@netzero.net>
euless, tx usa - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 22:36:36 (EDT)

Brother joseph.....Thank you for showing me the true path to spiritual enlightenment.You will always be my HERO!!!!JAH RASTAFARI!!!
cjw
- Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 21:24:16 (EDT)

give thanks Joseph hill.when you are looking for true love you cant not be tired from lisening to his music.(teaching) josehp is one of the graetest teacher that i will ever have. truly its not easy to let go although we all know its a naturel process of life. one love isabelle.
isabelle <rubenza@hotmail.com>
petion-ville, haiti - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 20:52:44 (EDT)

I am one of the few lucky individuals who had the opportunity to meet Mr. Hills on several occassions....He is the greatest conscious mind of my generation and his chants will ring in the ears of many many more to come. I will miss you my friend and teacher.
Dr. P.Karim-Sesay <pkarimsesay@yahoo.com>
canal winchester, oh usa - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 18:59:37 (EDT)

Much Love and Blessings to Joseph Hill-Culture a Great Musician and Great Person. Blessings, Michael Black
Michael Black <RaggaeMichaelBlack@sbcglobal.net>
Las Vegas, Nv - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 18:36:31 (EDT)

DEAR PAULINE, I LOVE YOU DEARLY. I HAVE MEET YOU AND JOSEPH MANY TIMES ACROSS THE USA AND AS I WTE WRITE THIS I AM IN SUCH DISTRESS. I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOUR HUSBANDS SOLDIERS WILL NEVER, EVER FORGET THE MAN WHO MEANT SO MUCH TO BELIEFS OF WHICH WE WILL ALWAYS SHARE. WE WILL NEVER FORGET THIS MAN AND THE LOVE WE ALL HAD FOR EACH OTHER. PAULINE, MY DEAR I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN. AS ALWAYS AND FOREVER ONE LOVE.
tony bazzano <dntbazzAwmconnect.com>
sc,co usa - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 18:29:41 (EDT)

Like so many others, I am in shock and deeply saddened at the sudden passing of our brother Joseph. I immediately thought of Sister Pauline and began to pray for JAH to give her the strength she will need to endure. I pray for the Hill family and know that with the many memories they have to share, Natty never get weary!! We had Culture scheduled to perform along with Luciano, here in New York at the Hammerstein Ballroom on Saturday November 4th for the second annual Reggae Culture Salute a celebration of 76th anniversary of the coronation of His Imperial Majesty, Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia. We have now decided to make the night a tribute night of CULTURE for Joseph Hill our Reggae Icon. For the many who are unable to journey this weekend to JA to pay their final respect, please join us as we celebrate his life, his music and his message. His son, Kenyatta and the rest of Culture the group will be there. We are expecting others to be a part of this celebration here in the northeast. Stay tuned and remember the good times, listen to his inspirational message in his music and you spirit will be lifted, I promise you will never get weary. Jah Bless Joseph, may his soul rest in peace and may JAH shine HIS eternal light on Sister Pauline and the entire Hill family, friends and loved ones. JAH BLESS.
Sharon Gordon <info@tsoproductions.com>
Matawan, NJ USA - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 17:59:06 (EDT)

MAY JAH RASTAFARI KEEP THE SOUL OF MY INSPIRER,MY PAPA,MY IDOL JOSEPH HILL IN PEACE.
RAS EDWARD ATTAH-ASAMOAH <ATTAHEDWARD@YAHOO.COM>
KONONGO, ASHANTI GHANA - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 17:02:53 (EDT)

Bro Hill, U`ve done de assignment Jah created u 4, your vibes will continue to linger in our hearts. May your soul rest in perfect peace.PEACE:
JOHN AMARA <jay4two@yahoo.co.uk>
freetown, sierra leone - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 16:44:30 (EDT)

It is with a heavy heart that I take the death of Joseph "Culture" Hill. As a youth in St. Lucia the first time I heard his music I knew he was something special and I always regarded him as a Reggae Messiah. I remembered clearly, In 1977 I was attending University in New Jersey and on the night of 7/7/77 a group of us gathered on campus awaiting the prediction of the clasing of the "Two Sevens." As a true fan of Culture, I founf Joseph Hill to be a motivational speaker, building listeners towards the realization that each individual can make a difference in this world. This world is like a mirror ... if you smile it will smile back at you ("Behold"). Although I only saw him live once he will always have a lasting impression on me. Jah Lives!!
Leo T. Donnelly <zaponluc@hotmail.com>
Brooklyn, NY 11226 - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 16:36:09 (EDT)

I am really shocked about what i am reading,actually i came online just to look our for my favourite reggae musician's web site only to be confronted with this page where i have to pay tribute.Somebody tell me its not true that JOSEPH "CULTURE"HILL is not DEAD.If it is true then i believe that must be the end of roots reggae music of course there are still people like Bunny Livingston(Bunny Wailer)and a few others around,the loss of Joseph Hill has created a vacuum that cannot be filled.I loved his silky voice and derived inspiration from all his songs.I made a collection of all his albums and got the last one "World Peace"when i was on official duty in the northern part of Ghana my country.May his soul rest in perfect peace.RASTAFARI LIVES FOR EVER.Even though he is not present physically he will forever be in my heart and in his music forever.PEACE
james haizel <jameshaizel@yahoo.com>
accra, ghana - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 16:14:48 (EDT)

MAY JOSEPH HILLS SOUL REST IN PERFECT PEACE, AND MAY LIGHT PERPECTUAL SHINE ON HIM. TRIBUTE FROM MY BOO ALHASSAN SILLAN WHO LIVE IN YEADON PHILADELPHIA.
Haja Conteh <hajsills@myway.com>
PHILADELPHIA, PA USA - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 16:02:54 (EDT)

Greeting in the name of his imperial majesty, "Emprior Haile Selassie" conquer the lion lion of judah. May Joseph Culture Hills soul rest in perfect peace, and may light perpectual light shine upon him. From the Entire SILLAH family in PHILADELPHIA USA
Alhassan Silah <crazytwin@myway.com>
YEADON, PA 19050 - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 15:57:36 (EDT)

Give thanks to Jah on the passing of this brilliant man. His music will live forever
Purnell Douglas <purnell@sympatico.ca>
Toronto, ONT Canada - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 15:33:04 (EDT)

InI is touched by de death of this respectful elder. through culture's music and massage I over what is rasta and i gava thanx & praises to jah for providing InI wit man of elder joseph's calibre.let de family be thankful to de creator, for lending them such multifaceted man. with that track (Calling rastafarae) let me elder rest in peace. HAIL JAH!
Ras Brian Mokgobadi <dedrum@webmail.co.za>
mafikeng , north west province south africa - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 15:09:28 (EDT)

May the spirit of Brother, Joseph Hill always be remembered. As, we are all praying for his soul to reach Nirvana. Never to return to this Samsara... It was my blessing in life to have only seen this great singer/teacher several times in this life time and what a healing!!! In hopes and prayers that his family and friends will be strong in this time of sorrow. As the great guru, Milarepa said, "LIVE WELL, DIE WELL"
Kat X <mishl01@yahoo.com>
Isleta Pueblo , NM USA - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 14:59:20 (EDT)

I man immensely touched and shocked by the news of Joseph "Culture" Hill's deadt.Nuff respect to deh mon.My first reggae tape[not cd] was by deh mon himself Joe,"Two sevens clash",l'n'l is and will always be a massive fan of Culture.Bredrens,l man really mourn tis loss because,growing up in deh streets of Zimbabwe,l always envisaged going to Joe's live shows but it's with sadness to know that my dream won't come true.RIP in Peace Ras,one love CULTURE!.Jah giveth and Jah taketh! Blessings Ras Rufniik
Ras Rufniik <rufniik@hotmail.com>
Baltimore, MD United States - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 14:21:25 (EDT)

CULTURE STILL LIVES ON, I just one to take this time to let the fans and most of the family know that even though culture has left us, he will always be in our hearts. his songs were truly touching . he touch many lives, by installing in us a postive message about our culture, the things happining around us and most of all peace.
A Fan of Culture <lorena9112001@yahoo.com>
Riverdale, MD United States - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 14:15:43 (EDT)

A celebrated star to reggae and the true essence of reggae - which is to communicate everyday issues. I danced to Joseph Hill then and I still do now - another legend gone but not forgotten. Condolences to his family. May his Soul rest in peace.
Catherine James
- Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 14:04:45 (EDT)

I LOVE JOSEPH HILL AND THE CULTURE CREWS, ALL I WILL SAY THAT THE WORLD HAD LOST ONE OF THE GREATEST VALUE INTERMS OF MASSANGER IN REAGGE WORLD.MAY JAY ALMIGHT PROTECT HIM TILL WE MEET ONE DAY IN PARADISE. BUT PLEASE KEYANTTA DON'T FORGET SIERRA LEONE AS WE LOVE YOU TOO LIKE FATHER THIS YOUR HOME.
JOHN S. GOBA <johngoba2003@yahoo.com>
FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 13:50:19 (EDT)

I want to thank you helping me further my career as a selector.The work you've done for me will never be forgotten...god bless your soul.
Chris Reid <chris_reid@videotron.ca>
Montreal, QC Canada - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 12:25:08 (EDT)

THE MISSION OF THE LEGENDARY JOSEPH ‘CULTURE’ HILL BY ABOU BAKARR-BINNEH KAMARA ESQ FREETOWN SIERRA LEONE WEST AFRICA INTRODUCTION The name Joseph ‘Culture’ Hill will undoubtedly continue to linger in the hearts of every conscious member of the human race. Even generations yet unborn will surely come to know about that demised member of the human race. Joseph genuinely had a somewhat or rather seemingly daunting mission to accomplish, but he chose to be undaunted. To God be the glory. In 2003, Joseph gracefully accomplished that mission which hitherto seemed daunting with the inauguration of his message-oriented World Peace album, which itself was a classical manifestation of one of the fundamental reasons that resulted in the formation of the United Nations Organisation. WHAT WAS JOSEPH’S MISSION? Joseph was really destined to serve humanity for as long as he lived. Indeed, he perennially served humanity with all humility. Being a humanist, he endeavoured to meditate thoroughly, contemplate critically and inwardly analyse the seemingly uncontrollable variables that have taken away humanity’s happiness. As he journeyed into the Second Nature, he discovered that war, racism, oppression, slavery, corruption, injustice, illiteracy, conspiracy, greed, selfishness, terrorism, bigotry, religious intolerance, ignorance, blind prejudices, distrust, cynicism, jingoistic patriotism, tribalism, regionalism, extremism and general disrespect for the human race, are the forces that have principally thwarted humanity’s progress, dignity and sanctity. As he journeyed further, he found out that the above forces are the creation of unrefined members of the human race. SOLUTIONS TO HUMANITY’S PROBLEMS Joseph suddenly set himself the task of finding profound solutions to humanity’s numerous problems. He knew that the task ahead was somewhat daunting because the human race is made up of social animals subject to unpredictable tendencies. He knew there were divine messages enshrined in sacred religious books that could serve as constant sources of inspiration to him. He knew that it was optional for man to either accept or reject his message. He even knew that the ‘deaf,’ the ‘dumb’ and the ‘blind’ shall not return to the path. Joseph equipped himself with the requisite education and honestly chose to indulge in singing songs of human dignity, sanctity and progress. Alas! His songs are a reminder of God’s message to mankind. They are reflective of simplicity, freedom and salvation. They are even a synthesis of the positive and practical solutions to humanity’s challenges. Joseph preached peace, love, harmony, justice, equality, freedom, unity, education, tranquillity, morality, kindness, happiness, religion and universal survival. HIS WISDOM His lyrics were historically conditioned. He understood the trend of international law, World history, politics, sociology, economics and globalisation. He tailored his lyrics to suit societal aspirations at any point in time. When he started his mission, one of the very first controversial issues which he attempted to shed light on was slavery. Africa has been a victim of several destructive and oppressive forces. Slavery is said to be one of such forces. Our forefathers were sold into slavery for no consideration. Joseph was again and again asking for the consideration which Africa should get from that inhuman and most cruel form of trade, which undermined the development of Africa’s potential manpower resources. He sang several songs in opposition of slavery and its repercussions for the African continent. Those songs are found in his all-embracing ‘Culture Pay Day’, ‘Culture Two Sevens Clash’, ‘Culture International Herb’ and ‘Culture Cumbolo’. SLAVERY In the year 2000, a conference against racism and xenophobia was held in South Africa. One of the issues raised in that conference was the payment of compensation to Africa for the colossal damage done to the continent as a result of the slave trade. Regrettably, some Western countries undermined that positive move. That was why Joseph repeated his ‘Pay Day’ message which he had preached in ‘Culture Cumbolo’. LOOTING TREASURIES AND PLUNDERING ECONOMIES In particularly Africa, politicians have imbibed the unrefined culture of looting treasuries and plundering economies. Joseph designed a track (which is to be found in the album ‘Culture Pay Day’) that specifically addresses the dubious and diabolical activities of politicians. That track titled ‘election’ was timely and as well educative. WAR IN SIERRA LEONE When Sierra Leone was trapped in the midst of an internecine civil war that lasted for ten years, he dedicated a track called ‘War in Sierra Leone’ to every Sierra Leonean. That song highlighted the magnitude of destruction to Sierra Leone and her inhabitants. THE RWANDAN GENOCIDE In 1994, well-over eight hundred thousand members of the human race were slaughtered in Rwanda as a result of the negligence of the United Nations Organisation. This inglorious incident culminated into what came to be known as the ‘Rwandan Genocide’. The cause of that incident was not unconnected with the scourges of tribalism. Joseph attempted to educate mankind about the dangers of tribalism in a track called ‘Tribal War’, which is to be found in the album ‘Culture One Stone’. YOUTHS UNEMPLOYMENT This problem is not peculiar to Africa. In some other countries in Asia, Eastern Europe and South America, youths employment is posing serious danger for humanity. In Sierra Leone in particular, hundreds of thousands of youths are unemployed. They are discriminated against in employment for reasons best known to employers. Joseph believed that youths themselves could indulge in other economic activities that will equally serve as constant sources of employment for them. In the album ‘Culture Good Things’, he urged every youth man to indulge in productive activities for their survival. He repeated this message in ‘Culture Pay Day’ and ‘Culture World Peace.’ EDUCATION There is a strong positive correlation between education and development. A fundamental productive activity is education. Education can be academic, technical or vocational. Those who have not been fortunate to pursue higher academic courses, can learn other technical/vocational trades, that are equally beneficial, as pursuing higher education. The educated or technical man gets what he eats, where he sleeps and what he wears. He does not depend on anybody for survival; he does not blame anyone for his misfortune; he can solve his problems with his meagre financial resources; he hardly blames the rotten-system for his predicaments; he hardly indulges in violent and criminal activities aimed at robbing people off their physical possessions. On the other hand, the uneducated or non-technical man finds it difficult to survive. He does not even know where to go for the next bread. When he is hungry, he becomes frustrated. When he is frustrated, he does anything to survive. In pursuit of his survival, he infringes on the rights of other members of the society. So, if the society has hundreds of thousands of uneducated and non-technical persons, the very survival and stability of that society will be threatened with thuggery, theft, outrageous brutality and probably indiscrimate killings. Joseph took the above discourse into consideration in all his messages that revolved around education. A critically analysis of his classical albums reveals that there is hardly an album of his that does not contain a message about education. Most of his message on education is found in ‘Culture One Stone’, ‘Culture Pay Day’, ‘Culture Trust Me’ and ‘Culture World Peace. REVOLUTIONS AND REVOLUTIONARY POLITICS The dawn of independence in Africa coincided with a period in World history that has been characterised as the ‘Cold War’. The Cold War occasioned a philosophical and ideological battle that saw the climax of socialism and capitalism. Socialism seemed to apply to African countries which had suffered immensely at the hands of the colonialists and imperialists from the capitalist West. The ideological basis of socialism initially presupposes the liquidation of capitalist institutions and structures. This initial phase of socialism can only be ushered in through a brutal revolution. This ideology largely influenced African, Asian and some Eastern European countries. Innumerable revolutions thus took place in several corners of the Globe. In Africa, pseudo-revolutionaries came under the guise of brutal revolutions to unleash terror on innocent and defenceless civilians. ‘Culture’s’ view on revolutions and revolutionary politics was simple, precise ad straightforward. He believed that revolutions could only be successful when the objective and subjective forces of change are at equilibrium. Alas! He added a disclaimer to this view in his famous ‘Culture Humble African’ when he said ‘if you are ready for a revolution you should try and find the right man’. This qualifier (disclaimer) was necessary because in Africa in general and Sierra Leone in particular, misguided person have prophesied to launch several revolutions that became counter-productive for even the most vulnerable. ‘Culture’s’ initial message on revolution enshrined in his masterpiece ‘Culture Nuff Crisis’ was taken a stage further in ‘Culture Humble African.’ APARTHEID AND RACIAL DISCRIMINATION In South Africa, an obnoxious political system (apartheid) that discriminated against Africans in all spheres of human activity was imposed in that country. Apartheid caused serious political unrest for South Africa. In 1976 the notorious ‘Soweto massacre’ opened the eyes of humankind to the plight of innocent Africans who had suffered unjustly as a result of the terror of apartheid. In his album, ‘Culture At Work’, he denounced Apartheid in its entirety. Culture posed a very catchy question in this way: ‘Have you ever seen a black roses in a white garden? Culture pledged to fight, albeit musically, for the rights of his brothers and sisters in South Africa and beyond. He even called on them to depend on him so that he would stand for their rights. TRUTH AND HONESTY ‘Culture Three Sides to my story’ teaches honesty and sincerity. Culture asked us to be honest to ourselves. He made it clear that there are three sides to any story: Your side, my side and the truth. The truth is a moral defensive weapon. Honesty and sincerity are the hallmark of the examined and good life. When insincerity and dishonesty are prevalent in society, society is bound to disintegrate. It is only the truth and nothing but the truth that can salvage society from the abyss of destruction. Neither my side nor your side could said to be the truth; the truth is independent of either sides. LOVE If you distinguish the light of love from the origin of life, the darkness of disappointment and sorrow will prevail over the shadow of man’s face and the face of the World will became gloomy. ‘Culture’ took this aphorism a stage further. He taught that the only thing humanity needs is love. He believed that love should even shine brighter than the morning sun; it should even shine brighter everyday. He denounced violence and called on humanity to embrace the euphoria of love. Humanity is today suffering immensely at the hands of criminals committing serious crimes. A wave of hatred has superciliously swept across the Globe. Had there been love in the hearts of human beings, the world would have moved positively to the state which God Almighty had ordained. ‘Culture’s’ message on love is found in his enlightening ‘Culture Baldhead Bridge,’ Culture Harder than the Rest’, ‘Culture Nuff Crisis’ and ‘Culture One Stone’. THEISM Islam, Christianity and Judaism are the only monotheistic religions that recognised the Omnipotent, Omniscient and Omni