Root Reggae [1978] [Unreleased Album] Anita Lionhair – Born to Be Free

Описание: Anita Lionhair rose from the heart of the late-1970s roots movement as a fearless voice of liberation, spirituality, and feminine power. Known for her commanding presence and thick, natural dreadlocks, Anita carried herself not just as a singer—but as a messenger. Her music stood at the crossroads of Rastafari consciousness, social justice, and raw human emotion.

Released in 1978, Born to Be Free is Anita Lionhair’s defining statement. The album captures the restless spirit of a generation pushing against oppression—mental, spiritual, and physical. From the first bass note to the final echoing chant, the record breathes defiance, hope, and self-determination.

Musically, the album is deeply rooted in classic 70s roots reggae: heavy one-drop rhythms, warm analog basslines, hypnotic guitar skanks, Nyabinghi-inspired percussion, and sparse yet powerful horn arrangements. Anita’s voice moves effortlessly between softness and fire—sometimes soothing like a prayer, sometimes sharp like prophecy.

Lyrically, Born to Be Free explores themes of personal liberation, African identity, womanhood, spiritual awakening, and resistance against Babylon systems. Anita sings not just for herself, but for women finding their voices, for the poor and dispossessed, and for all who seek freedom of mind and soul.

Though never pushed by major labels, the album became a deep roots treasure, passed hand-to-hand among sound systems, collectors, and reggae purists. Today, it stands as a timeless artifact of conscious reggae—honest, unpolished, and profoundly powerful.

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