Boy
Big Boi Ft Mary J Blige Lyrics

The lyrics to Big Boi Ft Mary J Blige's song Boy in the beginning appear to be taken from the Christmas carol "The Little Drummer Boy", which is about a young boy who plays his drum for the baby Jesus. Big Boi and Mary J. Blige have added their own twist on this classic tune.

The song starts off with the familiar "pa rum pum pum pum" rhythm which is repeated throughout the song. "Come they told me" is the beginning of the original "The Little Drummer Boy" and it sets the stage for the subsequent lyrics. The song is about the wise men traveling to see the newborn King and bringing gifts to honor him, whereas the little drummer boy is too poor to bring anything of value, except to play his drum. Big Boi and Mary J. Blige's version includes the chorus of the original song, which highlights the objective of the wise men to honor the baby Jesus.

The lyrics and tone of the song are relevant in today's world, as it speaks to the idea that every gift, talent or ability should be used to bring honor and joy to our King. The little drummer boy chose to play his drum, which in his limited means was the best he had to offer. In the current context, one can interpret this as sharing our talents or strengths, no matter how small they may seem.