I Know a Place
Bob & The Wailers Marley Lyrics
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When the whole world lets you down
And there's nowhere for you to turn,
'Cause all of your best friends have let you down, do-o-own.
Then you try to accumulate,
But the whole world is full of hate,
So all of your best starts just drift into space.
I know a place where we can carry on.
I know a place where we can carry on.
We can carry on, we can carry on,
We can carry on, we can carry on.
And there is people like you, people like me
People need to be free.
And there's a place in the sun
Where there is love for everyone,
Where we can be, yeah.
I know a place where we can carry on.
I know a place where we can carry on.
We can carry on, we can carry on,
We can carry on, we can carry on.
Whe-e-e!
When the whole world let you down
And there's nowhere for you to turn,
'Cause all of your best friends, a-they have let you down, down-own-own.
Then you try to accumulate,
But the whole world is full of hate,
So all of your best starts just drift into space.
I know a place where we can carry on.
I know a place where we can carry on.
We can carry on, we can carry on,
We can carry on, we can carry on,
We can carry on, we can carry on,
We can carry on, we can carry on.
(fadeout)
The lyrics of "I Know A Place" by Bob Marley and The Wailers speak to the feeling of disillusionment and disappointment that can come from being let down by the people and world around you. The opening lines, with the nonsensical syllables of "Bado, scoobado, scoobado-bado-bado" create a playful and almost childlike tone that belies the serious message of the song. The first verse describes the feeling of trying to succeed in a world that is overflowing with hate, and how that can cause even the best intentions to fall by the wayside. In the second verse, Marley offers a glimmer of hope, describing a place where people are free and loved, where anyone can belong.
The chorus repeats the phrase "I know a place where we can carry on" several times, embodying the optimism and refuge offered by this imaginary place. The song seems to suggest that even when the world is letting you down, there is a place of love and freedom that can provide solace and hope.
Overall, "I Know A Place" speaks to the universal human desire for a sense of community and belonging. In a world that can often feel hostile and unkind, the idea of a place where everyone is loved and accepted is a powerful one. Marley's lyrics and the joyful energy of the Wailers' music make this song an uplifting anthem for anyone who has ever felt lost or lonely.
Line by Line Meaning
When the whole world lets you down
When you feel like everyone in the world has disappointed or betrayed you
And there's nowhere for you to turn,
And you feel like you have no one to turn to
'Cause all of your best friends have let you down, do-o-own.
Because even your closest friends have betrayed or abandoned you
Then you try to accumulate,
Then you try to amass wealth or possessions
But the whole world is full of hate,
But the world is full of negativity and anger
So all of your best starts just drift into space.
So all of your hard work and good intentions go to waste
I know a place where we can carry on.
I know of a place where we can continue to live and thrive
We can carry on, we can carry on,
We can keep going and pushing forward
And there is people like you, people like me
And there are people like us
People need to be free.
People deserve to be free
And there's a place in the sun
There is a place where everything is bright and positive
Where there is love for everyone,
Where everyone is loved and accepted
Where we can be, yeah.
Where we can exist and be happy
Whe-e-e!
Expressing excitement and enthusiasm
Lyrics Β© O/B/O APRA AMCOS, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ASHLEY ANDERSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@dariaciobanu9579
Bado, scoobado, scoobado-bado-bado. Oh, wo-yo-yo-why!
When the whole world lets you down
And there's nowhere for you to turn,
'Cause all of your best friends have let you down, do-o-own.
Then you try to accumulate,
But the whole world is full of hate,
So all of your best starts just drift into space.
I know a place where we can carry on.
I know a place where we can carry on.
We can carry on, we can carry on,
We can carry on, we can carry on.
And there is people like you, people like me
People need to be free.
And there's a place in the sun
Where there is love for everyone,
Where we can be, yeah.
I know a place where we can carry on.
I know a place where we can carry on.
We can carry on, we can carry on,
We can carry on, we can carry on.
Whe-e-e!
When the whole world let you down
And there's nowhere for you to turn,
'Cause all of your best friends, a-they have let you down, down-own-own.
Then you try to accumulate,
But the whole world is full of hate,
So all of your best starts just drift into space.
I know a place where we can carry on.
I know a place where we can carry on.
We can carry on, we can carry on,
We can carry on, we can carry on,
We can carry on, we can carry on,
We can carry on, we can carry on.
(fadeout)
@defikidsmusic
For all who have discovered Bob and the Wailers early in life feel truly free even amidst all the chaos. Jah works!
@bigtoelittlefinger6133
Jah lives
@rhuttrho888
I didn't know it when I was younger but I felt JAH in bob now that I'm older I know it was my soul. The holy spirit.
@the2ndcoming135
πΊπ½
@sebajun8601
Life is hard and the world is on fire. But Bob music keeps me going.
@francgrimes1293
R. I. P. BOB Marley, a true visionary thank you, for the music.
@goudagalindo1790
Bob Marley is my go to music when I need to relax and recharge.
@katrinaholmes2349
Exactly β£
@wolfalriffa3884
Iβm 61 still rebel βοΈlove bob marly πβοΈ
@williamhunt134
This song has gotten me through the toughest times in my life. Thank you Mr. Marley