Meaning
A term of respect and affirmation for a man — hailing him as royalty, dignity, and strength. 'Yes, king' or 'bless up, king' honours a man's worth, especially in Rastafari and conscious speech, where every Black man is a king and every woman an 'empress' or 'queen'. Also 'kingman' (a woman's man/husband).
Examples
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Bless up, king, walk good.
Blessings, king, take care.
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Every Black man a king, every woman a empress.
Every Black man is a king, every woman an empress.
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She a look fi a good kingman.
She's looking for a good man/husband.
Origin
From 'king'; in Rastafari/conscious speech, an affirmation of a man's royalty and worth. 'Kingman' = a woman's man. Compare 'empress', 'queen'.
How it’s used
A respectful hail for a man (Rasta/conscious); 'kingman' = husband/partner. Counterparts: 'empress', 'queen'.