All Matter
Bilal Lyrics


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We're all the same
And all so very different
Divine by design
It all intertwines

Ain't nothin' new
But it's always changin'
Movin' still waters
Soft yet so hard

So what is love?
(What is it?)
What is love?
(What is it?)

Cool on the outside
Hot in the middle
Cool on the outside
Hot in the middle but

You ain't even gotta try
All you gotta do is realize
You ain't even gotta try
All you gotta do is realize
(It's all matter)

One great big small thing
Like humming in the spring breeze
A speck of dust
In this vast universe
It's just like a raindrop
In the sea of consciousness

Oh, it's all matter
It's all matter

So what is love?
(What is it?)
What is love?
(What is it?)

Cool on the outside
Hot in the middle
Cool on the outside
Hot in the middle but

You ain't even gotta try
All you gotta do is realize
You ain't even gotta try
All you gotta do is realize

It's all matter
It's all matter
It's all matter
It's all matter
(You ain't gotta try)

It's everything it ought to be
It's everything it needs to be, okay
Don't stand in the way
You'll only make it hard

Just keep it flowing
Flow with the ocean
And you'll be
Just where you should be

Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Keep going, just keep going
Keep going just keep going so

So what is love?
(What is it?)
So what is love?
(What is it?)

Cool on the outside
Hot in the middle
Cool on the outside
Hot in the middle

Oh, what is love?
(What is it?)
What is love, love?
(What is it?)

Cool on the outside
Hot in the middle
Cool on the outside
Hot in the middle but

You ain't even gotta try
All you gotta do is realize
You ain't even gotta try
All you gotta do is realize

You ain't even gotta try
All you gotta do is realize
You ain't even gotta try
All you gotta do is realize

It's all matter
It's all matter




It's all matter
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Overall Meaning

The song "All Matter" by Bilal is a thoughtful meditation on the human experience and our place in the universe. The opening lines suggest that despite our differences, we are all connected by something greater - a divine design that intertwines us all. The idea of everything being connected is explored further throughout the song, with the lyrics drawing attention to the fact that we are all made up of matter, and that even small things like a speck of dust or a raindrop have a place in the vast universe.


The chorus of the song asks the question "What is love?" and suggests that it is something that is both cool on the outside and hot in the middle. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for the fact that love is something that can seem calm and comforting on the surface, but has the power to ignite passion and change lives when it is felt deeply. The verse that follows encourages listeners to simply "realize" this truth, rather than trying too hard to understand or define it.


The final verse of the song emphasizes the importance of going with the flow and not standing in the way of the universe's natural course. The idea is that if we can learn to let go and embrace the ebb and flow of life, we will find ourselves exactly where we are meant to be. Overall, "All Matter" is a profound and introspective song that encourages us to recognize our interconnectedness and the importance of love and acceptance.


Line by Line Meaning

We're all the same
Despite our differences, we share a commonality.


And all so very different
Despite our commonality, we are unique and diverse individuals.


Divine by design
Our differences and similarities were created intentionally and purposefully.


It all intertwines
Our differences and similarities complement and connect with each other.


Ain't nothin' new
These concepts have existed for a long time.


But it's always changin'
Our understanding and perception of these concepts can evolve over time.


Movin' still waters
The concepts can be both fluid and constant at the same time.


Soft yet so hard
The concepts can be both gentle and difficult to grasp at the same time.


Cool on the outside
These concepts can seem calm and collected on the surface.


Hot in the middle
But they can also be passionate and intense at their core.


You ain't even gotta try
Understanding these concepts doesn't require effort or force.


All you gotta do is realize
It just takes acknowledging and accepting the truth of the matter.


One great big small thing
Everything is simultaneously significant and insignificant in the grand scheme of things.


Like humming in the spring breeze
The beauty and wonder of these concepts can be like the soft sound of nature in the background.


A speck of dust
We are small and inconsequential in comparison to the vastness of the universe.


In this vast universe
The universe is expansive and infinite.


It's just like a raindrop
We are a small part of the larger picture, but still significant.


In the sea of consciousness
We are all connected by a collective awareness and understanding.


It's all matter
Everything, big or small, is important and meaningful.


It's everything it ought to be
The way things are is perfect and right as they should be.


It's everything it needs to be, okay
Everything is as it should be, and that's alright.


Don't stand in the way
Do not hinder or obstruct the natural flow of things.


You'll only make it hard
Interfering with the natural flow of things will only create difficulties and obstacles.


Just keep it flowing
Allow things to progress and develop naturally.


Flow with the ocean
Move and adapt with the natural course of things.


And you'll be
If you follow this approach, you will find yourself


Just where you should be
in the right place and living a fulfilling life.




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Eugene Thompson

I find myself coming back to this often. AIRTIGHT'S REVENGE!!!

tommy B

bilal bodied this...i get so proud when I hear bilal go in...he is definitely the greatest singer of our time.

Calvin Thomas

You should check out van hunt he dope

Ismail

yo Bilal will go down as one of the greats if he isn't acknowledged as such now. His music moves me. S/O to Philly for always brining that bone chillin' soul. 🔥🔥🔥🔥

Lee McMiller

One of the best neo-soul artist in the world.. Love this dude!!!

Lawrence Lovingood

Masterpiece !! I heard 3 different versions of this song and this has to be my favorite. Robert Glasper had a great version with him as well though but this was just 🔥🔥🔥🔥

deity kush

killed it, killed it killed it... brought it back to life and killed it again... Music is one of the illest forms of Magic... DEITY-KUSH

Tiffani Williams

Seen him live tonight in the Atlanta. He killed this song. A great artist!!

Dion Silas

Bilal is one of my all time favs, he's such a phenomenal artist❤️

XIOU PING

IF YOU DONT KNOW - YOUR LATE!!! BEST KEPT SECRET IN MY MUSIC COLLECTION SINCE 1999. I LOVE BILAL- ONE OF A KIND!!!!!! SO GLAD HE's BACK!

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