Chant
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Patois: Wi gather and chant praises to di Most High
English: We gather and chant praises to the Most High
Patois: Wi gather and chant praises to di Most High
English: We gather and chant praises to the Most High
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Get the BundlePatois: Wi chant down Babylon with di power of reggae music
English: We chant down Babylon with the power of reggae music
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