This song is in reference to the general social tension ( burning hatredand anger) and the ensuing actual fires during the numerous riots in Uk in the early 80's particularly Brixton, Southall & Toxteth.
"Babylon" = Rastafari holds that evil society, or "Babylon" has always been white-dominated, and has committed such acts of aggression against the African people
This song is in reference to the general social tension ( burning hatredand anger) and the ensuing actual fires during the numerous riots in Uk in the early 80's particularly Brixton, Southall & Toxteth. "Babylon" = Rastafari holds that evil society, or "Babylon" has always been white-dominated, and has committed such acts of aggression against the African people