Pimper's Paradise
Bob Marley & The Wailers Lyrics


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She love to party, have a good time
She looks so hearty, feeling fine
She loves to smoke, sometime shiftin' coke
She'll be laughin' when there ain't no joke

A pimper's paradise, that's all she was now
A pimper's paradise, that's all she was
A pimper's paradise, that's all she was now
Pimper's paradise, that's all she was
Every need got an ego to feed
Every need got an ego to feed

She loves to model up in the latest fashion (oo-bee doo-be doo)
She's in the scramble and she moves with passion (oo-bee doo-be doo)
She's getting high (ooh), trying to fly the sky (oo-bee doo-be doo)
Eh, now she is bluesing when there ain't no blues

Wooh, a pimper's paradise, that's all she was now
A pimper's paradise, that's all she was, oh-ho-ho-ho-ho
A pimper's paradise, that's all she was now
A pimper's paradise, that's all she was

Every need got an ego to feed
Every need got an ego to feed

Wooh, a pimper's paradise, that's all she was now, wo-oo-o-oo, wo-oh
A pimper's paradise, that's all she was, well
A pimper's paradise, I'm sorry for the victim now
Oh, now soon their (pimper's paradise) soon their heads, soon their
Soon their very heads will bow
(Pimper's paradise) don't lose track, don't lose track of yourself, oh no
(Pimper's paradise) don't be just a stock, a stock on the shelf




Stock on the shelf, oh oh
(Pimper's paradise) that's all she was now, woo

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Bob Marley's "Pimper's Paradise" are a commentary on the dangers of living in a world where material possessions and societal expectations play a significant role in defining one's worth. The song is about a woman who loves to party and enjoy life but is also caught up in the world of a pimp. She is a victim of his parasitic lifestyle, where he exploits her through drugs and prostitution, to keep himself in a position of power. She is depicted as being trapped in a world where her every need is tied to her ego, and she must continue to feed it with material possessions and indulgences to survive.


The chorus of "Pimper's Paradise" suggests that the woman is representative of a much larger group of people who are caught up in this cycle of materialism and exploitation. They are all part of a "pimper's paradise," a world where a person's value is based solely on what they can contribute to the desires of others. Even when there is no issue to laugh or be happy about, they are expected to maintain that facade for the benefit of their pimp or boss.


In conclusion, "Pimper's Paradise" is a powerful critique of a society that values material wealth over human dignity. The song stresses on the importance of self-worth and not allowing others to exploit and define one's value.


Line by Line Meaning

She love to party, have a good time
She enjoys going out and socializing, having fun.


She looks so hearty, feeling fine
She appears healthy and happy.


She loves to smoke, sometime shiftin' coke
She enjoys smoking marijuana and sometimes deals cocaine.


She'll be laughin' when there ain't no joke
She laughs even when there's nothing funny happening.


A pimper's paradise, that's all she was now
She lives in a world of superficial indulgences, controlled by her pimp.


Every need got an ego to feed
She has a strong need for validation and attention to boost her ego.


She loves to model up in the latest fashion (oo-bee doo-be doo)
She enjoys showing off the latest fashion trends.


She's in the scramble and she moves with passion (oo-bee doo-be doo)
She's always on the move, with a sense of urgency and enthusiasm.


She's getting high (ooh), trying to fly the sky (oo-bee doo-be doo)
She uses drugs to escape from her problems and feel like she's soaring above everything.


Eh, now she is bluesing when there ain't no blues
She's feeling sad and depressed even when there's no reason to.


Wooh, a pimper's paradise, that's all she was now, wo-oo-o-oo, wo-oh
Her entire life is controlled by her pimp and the superficial world he exposes her to.


I'm sorry for the victim now
The singer feels sympathy for her, recognizing that she is a victim of her circumstances.


(Pimper's paradise) don't lose track, don't lose track of yourself, oh no
The singer encourages her not to lose sight of who she is, despite living in a world that tries to control and mold her.


(Pimper's paradise) don't be just a stock, a stock on the shelf
The singer warns her not to be just another accessory or commodity, easily discarded and forgotten.


(Pimper's paradise) that's all she was now, woo
The singer reminds us that she is trapped in a superficial, exploitative world.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BOB MARLEY

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Lyrics:
She love to party, have a good time
She looks so hearty, feeling fine
She loves to smoke, sometime shiftin' coke
She'll be laughin' when there ain't no joke

A pimper's paradise: that's all she was now
A pimper's paradise: that's all she was
A pimper's paradise: that's all she was now
Pimper's paradise: that's all she was

She loves to model (ooh) up in the latest fashion (ooh-be do-be do)
She's in the scramble (ooh) and she moves with passion (ooh-be do-be do)
She's getting high (ooh) trying to fly the sky (ooh-be do-be do)
Eh! Now she is bluesing when there ain't no blues

Whoa-oh, oh, oh, oh, pimper's paradise: that's all she was now
A pimper's paradise: that's all she was
Oh, ho-ho-ho-ho, pimper's paradise: that's all she was now
A pimper's paradise: that's all she was

Oh, ho, oh, oh, pimper's paradise: that's all she was now
Whoa-oh, whoa-oh, whoa, pimper's paradise: that's all she was
We-e-e-ell, a pimper's paradise: I'm sorry for the victim now
Oh, now soon their heads (pimper's paradise) soon their heads, soon their—
Soon their very heads will bow
(Pimper's paradise) don't lose track, don't lose track of yourself, oh no!
(Pimper's paradise) don't be just a stock, a stock on the shelf
Stock on the shelf, oh-oh
(Pimper's paradise) that's all she was now, whoa-oh, whoa-oh, whoa-oh
(Pimper's paradise) hmm-hmm-hmm, be careful, to be careful



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This music is so good that I'm in tears right now!! Rythm, Melody, Lyrics, everything in it is so good!! This is pure genius!!

@tasheearose3386

It’s a good song. I’m just glad I’m not the only who thought this was sad in a way 😅

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@JosephJohnson-ze5mi

Exactly what I am going through right now
He was the truth

@funksterfm

It’s about a party girl who gets sucked into a darker world through drugs, chasing the good times but becoming more of a wreck. It’s a strong message, saying that this fake happiness caused by all the glamour and drugs is empty. ❤

@seanbrown1653

No its a song about Jamaica

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I think so

@coolerruler

Why did it have to be explained its plain English...just asking

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