I Shot The Sheriff Ya? Options

[Rallebil]

So I need to do a musical analysis of Bob Marley's I shot the Sheriff. It must include atleast stuff like an explanation of the characteristic stylistic features, including the shape, roles of the different instruments, harmonic and way of singing (call back etc. and stuff). After that I need to place the text of the song into historical context.

Anyways it would be nice if someone would help me out with that, then ill be very happy. Shouldnt take long I guess! And feel free to add anything to it.
(Handing it in tommorow).



And ofcourse the lyrics!

http://www.lyricsfreak.com/b/bob+marley/i+...f_20021744.html

A thousand thanks to whoever helps me . Also included the sheet for it.

~Rasmus Vitting

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[Sensible Jones]

Don't forget to mention that all Reggae (in general) is played on the 'Off Beat'. (Beats 2 + 4, not 1 + 3)
Lyrically it's mainly based on the theme that he is being accused and hunted for a Crime he DIDN'T commit!
He's accused of shooting the Deputy not the Sheriff, which he's also claiming he did in 'Self Defense'.
Historically speaking I would say that it's a reflection of life at the time in a Jamaica where there was a lot of oppression towards the up and coming Youth after WW II. Because of Financial Restrictions the Poor were living in extreme squalour whilst the Wealthy seemed unaffected by it. This was to lead to more Class Distinction and a rise in Street Crime to make ends meet. The systematic Arrest and Harrassment of the poorer Youths eventually led to an all out War against the Police and Local Governments.

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This post has been edited by Sensible Jones: Dec 10 2009, 04:02 PM