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Tumblin' Down
Ziggy Marley & The Melody Makers Lyrics


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Here comes the eagle
Here comes the bear
And they're fighting to control
The lion dominion

But the load gonna come tumblin' down
But the load gonna come tumblin' down
But the load gonna come tumblin' down
But the load gonna come tumblin' down

Here comes synthetic food
And their big time money
And they want to control
Our body and soul

But the load gonna come tumblin' down
But the load gonna come tumblin' down
But the load gonna come tumblin' down
But the load gonna come tumblin' down

Here comes the maker
To crush the oppressor
Well I bet you didn't know
It was mind over matter

But the load gonna come tumblin' down
But the load gonna come tumblin' down
But the load gonna come tumblin' down
But the load gonna come tumblin' down

Here comes the eagle
Here comes the bear
And they're fighting to control
The lion dominion

But the load gonna come tumblin' down
But the load gonna come tumblin' down (Jah, Jah know)
But the load gonna come tumblin' down (Jah, Jah know)
But the load gonna come tumblin' down
But the load gonna come tumblin' down
But the load gonna come tumblin' down
But the load gonna come tumblin' down
But the load gonna come tumblin' down

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ziggy Marley & The Melody Makers's song Tumblin' Down depict a situation where various powerful entities are fighting to control the "lion dominion." The eagle and the bear symbolize two strong opposing forces that are engaged in a fierce battle over control. This control could be of a particular territory, but in this context, it could be a metaphor for power and influence. The synthetic food and big-time money symbolize capitalism and its control over the masses, specifically their bodies and souls. However, the singer suggests that the "load gonna come tumblin' down" implying that there will be a change that would destabilize the order currently in place. The maker will come to crush the oppressor, and this change requires the power of the mind rather than physical strength.


Line by Line Meaning

Here comes the eagle
A powerful entity is approaching


Here comes the bear
Another strong entity is coming


And they're fighting to control
The eagle and bear are in conflict, trying to dominate


The lion dominion
Their struggle is over who will reign supreme


But the load gonna come tumblin' down
Their struggle will ultimately come to an end


Here comes synthetic food
Man-made, processed food is being introduced


And their big time money
Those pushing synthetic food have significant financial interests at stake


And they want to control
They aim to dominate and manipulate


Our body and soul
Their control extends to our physical and spiritual well-being


Here comes the maker
A divine figure is approaching


To crush the oppressor
Their purpose is to defeat those who are oppressing others


Well I bet you didn't know
Most people are likely unaware of this divine intervention


It was mind over matter
The divine figure's power is metaphysical


But the load gonna come tumblin' down (Jah, Jah know)
Divine justice will eventually be served


But the load gonna come tumblin' down (Jah, Jah know)
The repetition emphasizes the certainty of this outcome


But the load gonna come tumblin' down
This divine intervention will end the struggle between powerful entities


But the load gonna come tumblin' down
Their oppressive control over others will end


But the load gonna come tumblin' down
Justice and freedom will ultimately prevail


But the load gonna come tumblin' down
This outcome is inevitable




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: DAVID NESTA MARLEY, TYRONE RALPH DOWNIE

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@alablksnakelonghalfpintowh4038

I miss Bob so much I listen closely for my only glympse coming out of his kids, I dont know where or how to thank Bob. Am I alone?

@1970brenz

I love Ziggy Marley and Melody Makers! They had some amazing dance tracks like this really upbeat and catchy. I wish they were still writing and making this type of music! No need to be like his dad they have their own gift too.

@melodysanger103

HAPPY 53RD BIRTHDAY
CEDELLA MARLEY
(AUGUST 23, 2020)

@metehanturkyilmaz5707

Used to listen this song in the car from the casette after "Tomorrow People" in 1988 in The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus when I was a university student. Years have passed so rapidly... πŸ™

@1970brenz

I have the CD and play it in my car now! Lol it's great music. So up tempo yet has some serious message.

@lionofjudah4574

seize the day brother! Jah/God Bless You.

@hennyverheij5969

Ziggy is like his father. Songs from the heart and fighting for love!

@oboogie2

The whole band was made of Bob and Rita Marley's kids, not just Ziggy. They were like the Jackson 5 of reggae.

@alfonsogreen2722

Straight up facts

@kalmanizer

Ziggy Marley is one of my FAVORITE Reggae Artists. Thank you sooo much for posting! AWESOME Reggae Song! :)

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