The song, built on a heavy reggae feel, is an ode to reggae legend Bob Marley; Wonder had been performing live with Marley (billing him as an opening act) on his US tour in the fall of that year. Lyrics mention "children of Jah" and the end of the civil war in Zimbabwe.
The song was the leading single from Wonder's Hotter than July album. It was a major hit, spending seven weeks at number one on the Billboard R&B singles chart, reaching number five on Billboard's pop singles chart in the fall of 1980 and peaking at number two on the UK Singles chart. The song includes the line "hotter than July", per the album title.
Cultural references
The song itself is the subject of an homage by the North African raï singer Cheb Mami titled "Enfants d'Afrique" featuring Canadian superstar Corneille.
'Master Blaster' is the name of a round on the Australian RockWiz rock quiz show, with the two musician guests answering questions on a special subject. The song's tune is played when the round is introduced.
Master Blaster (born Cornelius Oloya) was a Ugandan dancehall musician. He rose to fame when he released the sexually suggestive song Emboko in 2007, which received massive airplay until 2012.
Death hoax
Master Blaster was announced dead in March 2013 when he allegedly over drunk and passed out only to gain his consciousness later. It was also alleged that he had planned the death stunt to boost his then fading music career.
Death
Master Blaster was a victim of violent chaos at a bar in Bwaise. He was shot twice in the stomach and died on 29 December 2015. His killer still remains a mystery since there are different stories to who exactly killed the musician.
Ladies Of Soul 2017 | Master Blaster (Jammin') / Higher Ground - Berget Lewis
In 2017 stonden de Ladies of Soul opnieuw drie avonden op rij voor een uitzinnig publiek in een uitverkochte Ziggo Dome. Hoe dat eruit zag, zie je hier! Voor meer informatie en tickets: www.ladiesofsoul.nl
In 2017, the Ladies of Soul performed three nights in a row in a sold-out Ziggo Dome. How that looked like? You see it here! For more information and tickets: www.ladiesofsoul.nl
Produced & Arranged by TJ Oosterhuis for D.E.M.P. Music
Executive producers: Bob de Voogt & TJ Oosterhuis for LOS Entertainment
published: 12 Jun 2017
Jamming to the final! Theatre usher Ben takes first place🥇- All Together Now
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Ben from Morley in Yorkshire makes it through to the final, winning over The 100 with Jamming To The Break of Dawn.
Our favourite Saturday night singalong, All Together Now brings us outstanding talent, a huge range of musical styles and a load of laughs from host Rob Beckett.
Any kind of singer can take to the stage, from soloists to groups, amateurs to professionals, but they all have one simple aim - to win over TV’s biggest judging panel, The 100. Headed up by Spice Girl Geri Horner, The 100 are a mix of singers from every corner of the music industry and, as viewers saw in series one, they’ve got big voices, bigger opinions and are always har...
In 2017 stonden de Ladies of Soul opnieuw drie avonden op rij voor een uitzinnig publiek in een uitverkochte Ziggo Dome. Hoe dat eruit zag, zie je hier! Voor me...
In 2017 stonden de Ladies of Soul opnieuw drie avonden op rij voor een uitzinnig publiek in een uitverkochte Ziggo Dome. Hoe dat eruit zag, zie je hier! Voor meer informatie en tickets: www.ladiesofsoul.nl
In 2017, the Ladies of Soul performed three nights in a row in a sold-out Ziggo Dome. How that looked like? You see it here! For more information and tickets: www.ladiesofsoul.nl
Produced & Arranged by TJ Oosterhuis for D.E.M.P. Music
Executive producers: Bob de Voogt & TJ Oosterhuis for LOS Entertainment
In 2017 stonden de Ladies of Soul opnieuw drie avonden op rij voor een uitzinnig publiek in een uitverkochte Ziggo Dome. Hoe dat eruit zag, zie je hier! Voor meer informatie en tickets: www.ladiesofsoul.nl
In 2017, the Ladies of Soul performed three nights in a row in a sold-out Ziggo Dome. How that looked like? You see it here! For more information and tickets: www.ladiesofsoul.nl
Produced & Arranged by TJ Oosterhuis for D.E.M.P. Music
Executive producers: Bob de Voogt & TJ Oosterhuis for LOS Entertainment
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Ben from Morley i...
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Ben from Morley in Yorkshire makes it through to the final, winning over The 100 with Jamming To The Break of Dawn.
Our favourite Saturday night singalong, All Together Now brings us outstanding talent, a huge range of musical styles and a load of laughs from host Rob Beckett.
Any kind of singer can take to the stage, from soloists to groups, amateurs to professionals, but they all have one simple aim - to win over TV’s biggest judging panel, The 100. Headed up by Spice Girl Geri Horner, The 100 are a mix of singers from every corner of the music industry and, as viewers saw in series one, they’ve got big voices, bigger opinions and are always hard to impress! Established favourites drag queen Divina De Campo, The Signing Dentist Milad, Georg, Paulus, Tina T, Mr Fabulous and Lili all return, and they’re joined by YouTuber Talia Mar and other new recruits, all bringing their own distinctive style and taste to judging panel.
Each week, the performers competing hope to make it into the top three. The winner of each heat is guaranteed a place in the series final, with the acts in second and third place each performing another great song in a dramatic sing-off. The winner of the sing-off also goes through to the final. At the end of the series, one act will walk away with the amazing cash prize of £50,000.
Every act performs with heart and soul, and all have one simple aim – to get The 100 up on their feet and joining in.
Whilst there’s something for everyone, including gags galore from Rob and big opinions from The 100, it’s the performances that count. Tonight’s acts need to deliver. Who will get The 100 up on their feet and singing along, and which two acts will secure their place in the grand final?
All Together Now | Series 2 Episode 3 | BBC
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Ben from Morley in Yorkshire makes it through to the final, winning over The 100 with Jamming To The Break of Dawn.
Our favourite Saturday night singalong, All Together Now brings us outstanding talent, a huge range of musical styles and a load of laughs from host Rob Beckett.
Any kind of singer can take to the stage, from soloists to groups, amateurs to professionals, but they all have one simple aim - to win over TV’s biggest judging panel, The 100. Headed up by Spice Girl Geri Horner, The 100 are a mix of singers from every corner of the music industry and, as viewers saw in series one, they’ve got big voices, bigger opinions and are always hard to impress! Established favourites drag queen Divina De Campo, The Signing Dentist Milad, Georg, Paulus, Tina T, Mr Fabulous and Lili all return, and they’re joined by YouTuber Talia Mar and other new recruits, all bringing their own distinctive style and taste to judging panel.
Each week, the performers competing hope to make it into the top three. The winner of each heat is guaranteed a place in the series final, with the acts in second and third place each performing another great song in a dramatic sing-off. The winner of the sing-off also goes through to the final. At the end of the series, one act will walk away with the amazing cash prize of £50,000.
Every act performs with heart and soul, and all have one simple aim – to get The 100 up on their feet and joining in.
Whilst there’s something for everyone, including gags galore from Rob and big opinions from The 100, it’s the performances that count. Tonight’s acts need to deliver. Who will get The 100 up on their feet and singing along, and which two acts will secure their place in the grand final?
All Together Now | Series 2 Episode 3 | BBC
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In 2017 stonden de Ladies of Soul opnieuw drie avonden op rij voor een uitzinnig publiek in een uitverkochte Ziggo Dome. Hoe dat eruit zag, zie je hier! Voor meer informatie en tickets: www.ladiesofsoul.nl
In 2017, the Ladies of Soul performed three nights in a row in a sold-out Ziggo Dome. How that looked like? You see it here! For more information and tickets: www.ladiesofsoul.nl
Produced & Arranged by TJ Oosterhuis for D.E.M.P. Music
Executive producers: Bob de Voogt & TJ Oosterhuis for LOS Entertainment
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Ben from Morley in Yorkshire makes it through to the final, winning over The 100 with Jamming To The Break of Dawn.
Our favourite Saturday night singalong, All Together Now brings us outstanding talent, a huge range of musical styles and a load of laughs from host Rob Beckett.
Any kind of singer can take to the stage, from soloists to groups, amateurs to professionals, but they all have one simple aim - to win over TV’s biggest judging panel, The 100. Headed up by Spice Girl Geri Horner, The 100 are a mix of singers from every corner of the music industry and, as viewers saw in series one, they’ve got big voices, bigger opinions and are always hard to impress! Established favourites drag queen Divina De Campo, The Signing Dentist Milad, Georg, Paulus, Tina T, Mr Fabulous and Lili all return, and they’re joined by YouTuber Talia Mar and other new recruits, all bringing their own distinctive style and taste to judging panel.
Each week, the performers competing hope to make it into the top three. The winner of each heat is guaranteed a place in the series final, with the acts in second and third place each performing another great song in a dramatic sing-off. The winner of the sing-off also goes through to the final. At the end of the series, one act will walk away with the amazing cash prize of £50,000.
Every act performs with heart and soul, and all have one simple aim – to get The 100 up on their feet and joining in.
Whilst there’s something for everyone, including gags galore from Rob and big opinions from The 100, it’s the performances that count. Tonight’s acts need to deliver. Who will get The 100 up on their feet and singing along, and which two acts will secure their place in the grand final?
All Together Now | Series 2 Episode 3 | BBC
#AllTogetherNow
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Breaking up the candlelight We dance all the night Don't you think that they just might Spin you round and round Burning up the candlelight Ohh we can delight If you really hold on tight I won't let you down