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World Cry

Jah Cure · 2013

57 min · 14 tracks · reggae

A vibrant tapestry of reggae rhythms layered with heartfelt vocals and socially conscious lyrics that resonate deeply.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Unconditional Love — This track encapsulates Jah Cure's emotional depth and lyrical prowess, celebrating profound connections while blending classic reggae melodies with contemporary sounds.
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    World Cry — The titular track serves as a powerful anthem for unity and compassion, highlighting Jah Cure's ability to address global issues through personal storytelling.
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    Praises to Jah — This song showcases spiritual devotion and gratitude, reflecting traditional reggae themes while reinforcing Jah Cure's roots in Rastafarian culture.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and engaging rhythms but lacks a strong cohesive arc throughout.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of syncopated guitar and bass lines that drive the rhythm across nearly all tracks.
  • Vocals are layered with harmonies, often featuring call-and-response patterns that engage the listener.
  • Several tracks incorporate spoken word segments, adding depth to the lyrical themes of social consciousness and personal reflection.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • uplifting rhythms for social reflection
  • short bursts of heartfelt emotion
  • anthems for personal empowerment
  • vibrant sounds for community connection

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer heavy instrumental focus
  • want instant high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time Jah Cure released World Cry in 2013, he had established himself as a prominent figure in reggae music following his breakthrough album, The Universal Cure, in 2007. This album marked his first release after serving a lengthy prison sentence, allowing him to explore themes of redemption and resilience. World Cry reflects his growth as an artist and his commitment to uplifting messages.
Stylistic neighbors
Protoje· Chronixx· Damian Marley

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Nothing Is Impossible 3:25
  • 2 Can’t Wait 4:26
  • 3 Co‐Sign 2:41
  • 4 Before I Leave 4:04
  • 5 Unconditional Love 5:48
  • 6 Only Vice 5:11
  • 7 Choose Up 4:50
  • 8 Me Miss 3:53
  • 9 Like I See It 4:05
  • 10 World Cry 4:30
  • 11 Reach Out 4:11
  • 12 Save Yourself 3:12
  • 13 Praises to Jah 3:20
  • 14 All by Myself 3:39

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