My Favorite Things
Arkadia Jazz All-Stars Lyrics
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No Fear of Time
Turn me up, turn me up
Vocals up, a little bit more
And give me a little wet, wet me up
You keep all of this
This raw, it's good, this beautiful, I love it
Tribute, tribute, tribute
This is for my favorite band of human beings
The faithful, the graceful, the tragic and the classic
The evidence of things unseen, the book of life
The mansions of the moon, the bones of Fir'awn
Recently discovered and everything but no
The doubter's doubts about it never made it untrue, we all life
The gift, part peace, part pressure
Can't remember how you came or win a bet on how you'll exit
From the start, the only thing certain is the end
Promise to all and none, knowing not when
Heartbreak from yesterday, a fret for tomorrow
I leave you now filled with anxiety and hollow
If you pray don't worry, if you worry don't pray
My ummie told it to me just the other day
From the tall castle walls to the mean teeth streets
I hope you get what you want
And that you want what you need
Ameen
Life is beautiful
Even when the world is wide, ha
So much beauty, we forget to be reminded
That you can be anywhere, find it
Try it, I promise I'm not lying
Try it, you can find it, try it
You can find it, try it
The lyrics of "My Favorite Things" by Arkadia Jazz All-Stars offer a reflection on life, human experiences, and the power of faith and belief. The opening lines, "Yes sir, yes ma'am, yes y'all / No Fear of Time," suggest a sense of acceptance, respect, and a lack of fear towards the passage of time. The repetition of "turn me up" and the request for vocals to be increased, along with the mention of getting wet, could symbolize a desire for immersion in the experience and intensity of the music, as well as a metaphorical soaking in the raw beauty and energy of life itself.
The following lines pay homage to human existence in all its complexity and diversity, describing a range of individuals as "faithful, graceful, tragic, and classic." References to "the evidence of things unseen" and "the book of life" hint at deeper spiritual and philosophical themes, suggesting that there is more to existence than meets the eye. The mention of "the end" as the only certainty from the start underscores the transitory nature of life and the constant interplay between past, present, and future.
The lyrics also touch on the dual nature of existence, highlighting the interplay between peace and pressure, certainty and uncertainty. The reference to "heartbreak from yesterday" and anxiety for the future reflects the emotional rollercoaster that is life, with moments of joy and sorrow intertwined. The advice given to "pray don't worry, worry don't pray" and the wish for others to get what they want and need indicate a sense of empathy and connection to the struggles and desires of humanity.
The final lines of the song bring a message of hope and positivity, emphasizing the inherent beauty of life even amidst challenges and difficulties. The encouragement to seek and find beauty anywhere, to try and discover it for oneself, underscores the idea that moments of joy and wonder can be found in unexpected places. The repetition of "try it, you can find it" serves as a reminder that beauty, fulfillment, and meaning are within reach if one is willing to explore and embrace the journey of life with an open mind and heart.
Line by Line Meaning
Yes sir, yes ma'am, yes y'all
Acknowledging and respecting everyone regardless of gender or status
No Fear of Time
Not being afraid of the passage of time
Turn me up, turn me up
Increase the volume to fully experience the music
Vocals up, a little bit more
Adjusting the audio levels to hear the singer more clearly
And give me a little wet, wet me up
Adding reverb to enhance the sound
You keep all of this
Appreciating and valuing all the elements of the music
This raw, it's good, this beautiful, I love it
Embracing the authenticity and beauty of the music
Tribute, tribute, tribute
Honoring and paying respect to those who have influenced the music
This is for my favorite band of human beings
Dedicating the song to loved ones and cherished individuals
The faithful, the graceful, the tragic and the classic
Recognizing the different qualities and experiences of people
The evidence of things unseen, the book of life
Acknowledging the mysteries and complexities of life
The mansions of the moon, the bones of Fir'awn
Referring to symbolic and historical elements as aspects of life
Recently discovered and everything but no
Exploring new discoveries and knowledge that shape our understanding
The doubter's doubts about it never made it untrue, we all life
Realizing that skepticism does not invalidate existence
The gift, part peace, part pressure
Understanding that life brings both joy and challenges
Can't remember how you came or win a bet on how you'll exit
Reflecting on the uncertainty of life and our origins
From the start, the only thing certain is the end
Accepting the inevitability of mortality
Promise to all and none, knowing not when
Acknowledging the unpredictability of fate
Heartbreak from yesterday, a fret for tomorrow
Feeling the pain of the past and anxiety about the future
I leave you now filled with anxiety and hollow
Expressing a sense of emptiness and worry
If you pray don't worry, if you worry don't pray
Understanding the balance between faith and concern
My ummie told it to me just the other day
Recalling advice or wisdom passed down from family
From the tall castle walls to the mean teeth streets
From the privileged to the less fortunate
I hope you get what you want
Wishing fulfillment and happiness for others
And that you want what you need
Recognizing the importance of desires aligning with true needs
Ameen
Ending with a traditional Islamic affirmation
Life is beautiful
Appreciating the beauty and wonder of life
Even when the world is wide, ha
Despite the vastness and challenges of the world
So much beauty, we forget to be reminded
Noticing the beauty that surrounds us
That you can be anywhere, find it
Finding beauty and positivity in any location
Try it, I promise I'm not lying
Encouraging others to seek out the beauty in life
You can find it, try it
Assuring that beauty is within reach if one seeks it out
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Dante Smith, Talib Kweli Greene
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