So Much Trouble in the World
BOB MARLEY & THE WAILERS DUB Lyrics


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So much trouble in the world
So much trouble in the world

Bless my eyes this morning
Jah sun is on the rise once again
The way earthly thin's are goin'
Anything can happen.
You see men sailing on their ego trip,
Blast off on their spaceship,
Million miles from reality:
No care for you, no care for me.

So much trouble in the world;
So much trouble in the world.
All you got to do: give a little (give a little),
Give a little (give a little), give a little (give a little)!
One more time, ye-ah! (give a little) Ye-ah! (give a little)
Ye-ah! (give a little) Yeah!

So you think you've found the solution,
But it's just another illusion!
(So before you check out this tide),
Don't leave another cornerstone
Standing there behind, eh-eh-eh-eh!
We've got to face the day;
(Ooh) Ooh-wee, come what may:
We the street people talkin',
Yeah, we the people strugglin'.

Now they sitting on a time bomb; (Bomb-bomb-bomb! Bomb-bomb-bomb!)
Now I know the time has come: (Bomb-bomb-bomb! Bomb-bomb-bomb!)
What goes on up is coming on down, (Bomb-bomb-bomb! Bomb-bomb-bomb!)
Goes around and comes around. (Bomb-bomb-bomb! Bomb-bomb-bomb!)

So much trouble in the world;
So much trouble in the world;
So much trouble in the world.
There is so much trouble (so much trouble in the world);
There is so much trouble;
There is so much trouble (so much in the world);
There is so much trouble;
There is so much trouble in the world (so much trouble in the world);




There is (so much in the world);
(So much trouble in the world)

Overall Meaning

In Bob Marley & The Wailers Dub's song "So Much Trouble in the World," the lyrics express concern for the state of the world and the troubles that it faces. The opening lines "Bless my eyes this morning, Jah sun is on the rise once again" implies hope for a new beginning, but the subsequent lines express uncertainty as it seems that anything can happen. The song discusses the ego trips and selfishness of people who have no care for anyone else, leading to troubles in the world. The chorus "So much trouble in the world" is repeated multiple times to emphasize the seriousness of the issue at hand. The song urges listeners to give a little, to do their part in making the world a better place.


The second verse speaks to the futility of finding solutions to complex problems. "So before you check out this tide, don't leave another cornerstone standing there behind" suggests that we should take action and not be complacent in the face of trouble. The verse also speaks to the struggles of street people and those who are marginalized. The admission that "they're sitting on a time bomb" suggests that the troubles in the world are not going away anytime soon. The chorus once again emphasizes the amount of trouble we are facing in the world.


One interesting fact about the song is that it was released posthumously as part of Bob Marley & The Wailers Dub's Confrontation album in 1983, three years after Marley's death. The song was written during the time when Marley was battling cancer, and it reflected his worries and concerns about the state of the world. The album was largely assembled by producer Errol Brown and featured previously unreleased songs and dub versions of previous tracks.


Another interesting fact is that the song was included in the soundtrack of the 2006 movie "The Pursuit of Happyness," starring Will Smith. The song was played during a montage of scenes showing the struggles and obstacles that Smith's character faced while trying to provide for his family.


Line by Line Meaning

So much trouble in the world
The world is filled with many problems and struggles.


Bless my eyes this morning
I am grateful to see the sun rise again today.


Jah sun is on the rise once again
God's sun is rising again and bringing a new day.


The way earthly thin's are goin'
Judging by how things are happening on earth.


Anything can happen.
Anything is possible, given the state of things in the world.


You see men sailing on their ego trip,
People are self-absorbed and only care about themselves.


Blast off on their spaceship,
They are so detached from reality that they are living in their own world.


Million miles from reality:
These people are disconnected from the real world and its problems.


No care for you, no care for me.
These people do not care about others and only focus on themselves.


All you got to do: give a little (give a little),
To make a difference, we only need to give a little bit of our time and energy.


Give a little (give a little), give a little (give a little)!
We need to be willing to help others and contribute to making the world a better place.


One more time, ye-ah! (give a little) Ye-ah! (give a little)
We need to keep reminding ourselves to help others and make a difference.


So you think you've found the solution,
You may believe you have found the answer to a problem.


But it's just another illusion!
However, it may not be a real solution but only a temporary fix.


(So before you check out this tide),
Before you give up hope or withdraw from the situation.


Don't leave another cornerstone
Do not leave something foundational undone or incomplete.


Standing there behind, eh-eh-eh-eh!
That could lead to bigger problems down the line.


We've got to face the day;
We must confront the challenges that come with each new day.


Ooh-wee, come what may:
No matter what happens, we have to be ready to face it.


We the street people talkin',
People who are often ignored or overlooked are speaking up.


Yeah, we the people strugglin'.
The struggle is real for many individuals and communities.


Now they sitting on a time bomb; (Bomb-bomb-bomb! Bomb-bomb-bomb!)
There is a ticking clock on a situation that could explode into chaos.


Now I know the time has come: (Bomb-bomb-bomb! Bomb-bomb-bomb!)
The situation has reached a boiling point, and something must be done.


What goes on up is coming on down, (Bomb-bomb-bomb! Bomb-bomb-bomb!)
The consequences of our actions come back to haunt us.


Goes around and comes around. (Bomb-bomb-bomb! Bomb-bomb-bomb!)
Karma will catch up with us eventually.


There is so much trouble (so much trouble in the world);
The world is full of struggles and problems.


There is so much trouble;
We are surrounded by troubles.


There is so much trouble (so much in the world);
The world is suffering and in need of help.


There is so much trouble;
We cannot ignore the problems that exist in the world.


There is so much trouble in the world (so much trouble in the world);
There are many problems and struggles facing people all around the globe.


There is (so much in the world);
The world is dealing with many issues and challenges.


(So much trouble in the world)
The world is filled with many struggles and problems that need to be addressed.




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@LoFiTvFramedArt

Dear Bob Marley,

I just wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for the incredible impact you've had on the world through your music and your message of love, peace, and unity.

Your music has been a source of inspiration and comfort for countless people over the years, and your messages of social justice and equality have helped to bring people together and promote positive change.

Your unique style and sound have been imitated by many, but no one can truly capture the magic that you brought to the world. You were a true original, and your legacy will continue to live on for generations to come.

Thank you for all that you've given us. Your music will always be a reminder of the power of love and the importance of standing up for what is right.

Sincerely,
LOFI TV FRAMED ART BY Brandon Potter



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So much trouble in the world
So much trouble in the world

Bless my eyes this morning
Jah sun is on the rise once again
The way earthly thin's are goin'
Anything can happen.

You see men sailing on their ego trip,
Blast off on their spaceship,
Million miles from reality:
No care for you, no care for me.

So much trouble in the world;
So much trouble in the world.
All you got to do: give a little (give a little),
Give a little (give a little), give a little (give a little)!
One more time, ye-ah! (give a little) Ye-ah! (give a little)
Ye-ah! (give a little) Yeah!

So you think you've found the solution,
But it's just another illusion!
(So before you check out this tide),
Don't leave another cornerstone
Standing there behind, eh-eh-eh-eh!
We've got to face the day;
(Ooh) Ooh-wee, come what may:
We the street people talkin',
Yeah, we the people strugglin'.

Now they sitting on a time bomb; (Bomb-bomb-bomb! Bomb-bomb-bomb!)
Now I know the time has come: (Bomb-bomb-bomb! Bomb-bomb-bomb!)
What goes on up is coming on down, (Bomb-bomb-bomb! Bomb-bomb-bomb!)
Goes around and comes around. (Bomb-bomb-bomb! Bomb-bomb-bomb!)

So much trouble in the world;
So much trouble in the world;
So much trouble in the world.
There is so much trouble (so much trouble in the world);
There is so much trouble;
There is so much trouble (so much in the world);
There is so much trouble;
There is so much trouble in the world (so much trouble in the world);
There is (so much in the world);
(So much trouble in the world)



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@maulanwong3841

RIP Bob Marley
1945-1981
We will never forget you

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@@wojak434 i agree m'en😒

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@srajanjain2541

He was always a legend and great human. He will continued to be a legend.❀️❣️

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@Wolta

Everyone's continuously obsessed with being right.
He just wanted to be honest. And I miss and envy that. <3 :)

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@musichits2193

β€œOne good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain.”
― Bob Marley

@gofindfree

"Sunday is traditionally 'rice'n'peas'-day in Jamaica, but many are the people who do not have rice and peas - so it's really a sad day. But like Bob Marley said: "When you hear the music, you feel no pain"
- Nice Guy in a documentary on The Wailers. Think it was BBC Jamaica, if such a thing ever was .. Have. Great day of music hits, Music Hits

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Hit me with music

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