The Meaning Behind The Song: Israelites (aka Poor Me Israelites…
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WEBAug 26, 2023 · The song’s title, “Israelites,” holds symbolic meaning. It references the Biblical Israelites, who were enslaved in Egypt before their liberation. By drawing this parallel, Dekker highlights the oppression faced by the Jamaican immigrants in the UK. The term “Poor Me Israelites” emphasizes the hardship and discrimination experienced ...
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