Baha Men is the name of a pop group that plays both an updated style of nat… Read Full Bio ↴Baha Men is the name of a pop group that plays both an updated style of native Bahamian music called Junkanoo as well as crossover popular music. The group's debut, 'Junkanoo', was released in 1992, and it was very traditional in its sound. They soon began aiming their music at a more mainstream pop and dance music audience, however, and the Baha Men finally succeeded in breaking through with their 2000 remake of "Who Let the Dogs Out?", originally composed by Anslem Douglas.

That track won a Grammy Award and became an international 40 hit in many countries while also being featured in several films. Later singles with significant airplay include "You All Dat", "Move It Like This", and "Best Years of Our Lives" among others. Yet their commercial fortunes came in fits and starts after the 2002 album 'Move It Like This'. While barely releasing any more material, they toured often during the past decade, finally becoming a dormant project over the past several years as its members pursued other endeavors. This changed in October 2015 when a rejuvenated group released the album 'Ride With Me'.

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Oh Father
Baha Men Lyrics

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Theres something that I want to say to you
It just is right what were going through
Wont you try to understand?

I lie on your winsdom every day
Youve been the light that guides my way
No one could ever take your place.

Oh Father, please believe in me
Oh Father, this is how it get to be
I know you love me but you gotta let go
Oh Father, every flower has to go.

Can you accept for who I am?
Just for this moment please be my friend.
I need to know youre there for me.

I will feel much better when I know
That you are ready to let me go
I found someone who I like to know.

Am I wrong? It feels like Ive been waiting so long
Oh, dont wanna hurt you
Youve always taught me the way for road.

Oh Father, please belive in me... Every flower has to goCan you tell me, what should I had to wait so long?
Not gonna hurt you.
I think I know its away from home.

Oh Father, please belive in me... Every flower has to goOh Father, please believe in me.

Overall Meaning

In "Oh Father," the Baha Men are addressing a parent figure, likely a father, who is having trouble accepting that their child is growing up and becoming their own person. The chorus repeats the plea for the father to believe in the child, to trust that they are capable of making their own decisions and living their own life. The line "every flower has to go" is a metaphor for the inevitability of change and growth – just as flowers must eventually die, children must eventually leave the nest and find their own way.

The first verse of the song expresses gratitude and admiration for the parent, acknowledging the guidance and support they have provided. But the second verse reveals that the child has found someone outside of their family who they care about deeply and want to explore a relationship with. The bridge asks for understanding and support, and reassures the father that the lessons they have taught will not be forgotten.

Overall, "Oh Father" is a heartfelt plea for understanding and acceptance from a child who is ready to spread their wings and fly. It acknowledges the difficulty that parents often have in letting go of their children, but also emphasizes the importance of allowing them the space to grow and develop into their own person.

Line by Line Meaning

Theres something that I want to say to you
I have something important to tell you.

It just is right what were going through
What we are going through is the right thing to do.

Wont you try to understand?
Please try to understand my point of view.

I lie on your winsdom every day
I rely on your wisdom every day.

Youve been the light that guides my way
You have been the one to guide me through life.

No one could ever take your place.
No one could ever replace you.

Oh Father, please believe in me
Father, please have faith in me.

Oh Father, this is how it get to be
Father, this is how it has to be.

I know you love me but you gotta let go
I understand you love me, but you need to let me go.

Oh Father, every flower has to go.
Father, everything has its time and must come to an end.

Can you accept for who I am?
Can you accept me for who I really am?