Iron Lion Zion
Bob Marley Lyrics
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I have to run like a fugitive to save the life I live
I'm gonna be iron like a lion in Zion
I'm gonna be iron like a lion in Zion
Iron lion Zion
I'm on the run but I ain't got no gun
See they want to be the star
So they fighting tribal war
Iron like a lion in Zion
Iron lion Zion
Yeah, I'm on the rock (running and you running)
I take a stock (running like a fugitive)
I had to run like a fugitive just to save the life I live
I'm gonna be iron like a lion in Zion
I'm gonna be iron like a lion in Zion
Iron lion Zion, iron lion Zion, iron lion Zion
Iron like a lion in Zion, iron like a lion in Zion
Iron like a lion in Zion, (iron lion Zion)
Iron like a lion in Zion
(Running like a fugitive) iron like a lion in Zion
(Iron lion Zion), iron like a lion in Zion
In "Iron Lion Zion," Bob Marley & The Wailers sings about being on the run and having to become strong and fearless like an iron lion in order to survive. The first verse alludes to the idea of checking the stock market, but then shifts abruptly to a more serious and dangerous situation of having to flee for one's life. Marley invokes the image of a lion, known for its strength and fearlessness, and declares that he will be "iron" like a lion in order to overcome the obstacles in his path. The second verse seems to speak to larger societal issues, as Marley notes that people fight tribal wars and strive to be stars, while he chooses to be like an iron lion in his strength and resilience.
Overall, "Iron Lion Zion" is a powerful song about the strength and endurance required to survive against all odds. Marley's use of the lion metaphor conveys a sense of pride, strength and self-reliance, while his message of overcoming adversity and external obstacles is one that resonates with audiences around the world.
Line by Line Meaning
I am on the rock and then I check a stock
I'm stable but constantly monitoring my progress
I have to run like a fugitive to save the life I live
I must flee to preserve myself
I'm gonna be iron like a lion in Zion
I aspire to be strong and unbeatable like a lion in a holy place
Iron lion Zion
Unbeatable lion in a holy place
I'm on the run but I ain't got no gun
I'm escaping danger without weaponry
See they want to be the star
They crave the limelight
So they fighting tribal war
They participate in conflicts among their kin
And they saying iron like a lion in Zion
They want to be strong and unbeatable like a lion in a holy place
Yeah, I'm on the rock (running and you running)
I'm unwavering despite external pressures
I take a stock (running like a fugitive)
I continuously evaluate my progress while fleeing danger
Iron like a lion in Zion, iron like a lion in Zion
Unbeatable and strong like a lion in a holy place
Iron lion Zion, iron lion Zion, iron lion Zion
Unbeatable lion in a holy place
(Running like a fugitive) iron like a lion in Zion
I continue to flee while being strong like a lion in a holy place
(Iron lion Zion), iron like a lion in Zion
Unbeatable lion in a holy place; strong like a lion in such a place
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Bob Marley
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