Real Situation
Bob Marley & The Wailers and Bob Marley Lyrics
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Nation war against nation
Where did it all begin?
When will it end?
Well, it seems like, total destruction the only solution
And there ain't no use no one can stop them now
Ain't no use, nobody can stop them now
Give them a yard, they take a mile (ooh)
Once a man and twice a child
And everything is just for a while
It seems like, total destruction the only solution
And there ain't no use, no one can stop them now
There ain't no use, no one can stop them now
Ain't no use, no one can stop them now
There ain't no use, no one can stop them now
Check out the real situation (check it out, check it out)
Nation fight against nation
Where did it all begin, wooh
Where will it end?
Well, it seems like, total destruction the only solution
Mmh, no use, can't stop them
W'ain't no use ya can't stop them
Ain't no use no one can't stop them now
Can't stop them now (no one can't stop them now)
There ain't no use, no one can't stop them now
Everybody strugglin', ain't no use, ain't no use
Ain't no use you even try
Ain't no use got to say bye bye
Ain't no use, ain't no, ain't no use, no one can stop them now (no one can stop them now)
(No one can stop them now)
The song "Real Situation" by Bob Marley (with The Wailers) addresses the issue of worldwide conflicts and wars between different nations. Bob Marley questions the origin of such wars and how they will end. He views the situation as a path to total destruction and where nobody seems capable of stopping it. The lyrics suggest that despite offering concessions to these warring nations, they always want more, from a yard to a mile, and it seems like the more you give them, the more they want. The song also highlights the fact that it's the innocent people who suffer most from wars. Marley refers to people in conflict zones as “struggling” and the destructive powers more potent than anyone can control.
“Real Situation” sends a message of disillusionment in the face of violence, war, and destruction. Bob Marley seems to be suggesting that there is no hope for the warring nations and that the only thing left is to accept the inevitable. The lyrics show how hopeless the situation is and how everyone is powerless. The song emphasizes the need for a change in our attitude towards each other and suggests that the only way forward is through cooperation, love, and peace.
Line by Line Meaning
Check out the real situation
Take a closer look at what's really happening
Nation war against nation
Countries are fighting with each other
Where did it all begin?
What started this conflict?
When will it end?
How long will this go on?
Well, it seems like, total destruction the only solution
The only way to resolve this is by destroying everything
And there ain't no use no one can stop them now
No one can prevent this from happening
Ain't no use, nobody can stop them now
There is absolutely no way to stop them
Give them an inch, they take a yard
If you give them a little, they will ask for more
Give them a yard, they take a mile (ooh)
If you give them a lot, they will want even more
Once a man and twice a child
Even grown men can act like children sometimes
And everything is just for a while
Nothing lasts forever
Check out the real situation (check it out, check it out)
Take an even closer look at what's happening
Nation fight against nation
More countries are fighting each other
Where did it all begin, wooh
Where did this all start?
Where will it end?
Will this ever stop?
Mmh, no use, can't stop them
It's pointless to try and stop them
W'ain't no use ya can't stop them
There is truly no way to stop them
Ain't no use no one can't stop them now
Absolutely no one can prevent this
Can't stop them now (no one can't stop them now)
They will keep going no matter what
There ain't no use, no one can't stop them now
Again, there is just no stopping them
Everybody strugglin', ain't no use, ain't no use
Everyone is trying to fight this, but it's hopeless
Ain't no use you even try
It's not even worth trying to stop them
Ain't no use got to say bye bye
It's time to just give up and move on
Ain't no use, ain't no, ain't no use, no one can stop them now (no one can stop them now)
It's futile to even attempt to stop them, as no one can
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BOB MARLEY
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@muonambali
The entire band was full of fully talented artists. Bob’s voice, his singing, his lyrics, and how his band mates played those musical instruments extremely amazing. I believe this band was chosen by THE ALMIGHTY. Everyone in the wailers was very talented. 💪🏿❤️🙏🏿
@sammicoporsammicopor
Bunny wailer sang way better than bob marley did, his singing voice sounds very good, just listen to dreamland by bunny wailer
@ShaquilleBarron
@@sammicoporsammicoporHe sucks fool, he ain't no where near Bob Marley he even knows and and the millions and millions around the world would agree with me, no musician can ever come close to Bob Marley, Wake Up & Live Fool.
@jamiesimms7084
@@sammicoporsammicoporyou are in dream land
@terron4675
I see no lies here ❤️ 1:
@nixonkwanzaatimothy286
Yes it’s more relevant than ever and Bob knew his muzic was going to do this! He’s touching everyone on planet like no other musician has ever done. His muzic isn’t about Grammys and number one hits! It’s about giving people a voice to stand up against the social ills and oppression! JAH knows what HE sent Bob here to do it wasn’t a mistake!🙏🏾🔥🙏🏾
@odstjackson
Bob Marley was the Prophet of our time. His music will still be heard generations to come, regardless of your tribe, faith or gender.
@philipcampbell5168
Fantastic ly put ya man 1lv
@jlkintergratedcarejoylovek7682
i just realised that today too 15/01/23
@julianadomako-gyimah1582
Truth