So Much Trouble in the World
Bob Marley (bill Laswell) Lyrics
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So much trouble in the world
Bless my eyes this morning
Jah sun is on the rise once again
The way earthly things are going
Anything can happen
Blast off on their spaceships
Million miles from reality
No care for you, no care for me
So much trouble in the world
So much trouble in the world
All you've got to do is give a little (Give a little)
Give a little (Give a little)
Give a little (Give a little)
One more time yeah! (Give a little)
Yeah! (Give a little) yeah! (Give a little) yeah!
So you think you've found the solution
But it's just another illusion
So before you check out this tide
Don't leave another cornerstone standing there behind
We've got to face the day
Ooh we come what may
We the street people talking
Yeah, we the people struggling
Now they are sitting on a time bomb (Bomb, bomb, bomb! Bomb, bomb, bomb!)
Now I know the time has come (Bomb, bomb, bomb! Bomb, bomb, bomb!)
What goes on up is coming on down (Bomb, bomb, bomb! Bomb, bomb, bomb!)
Goes around and comes around (Bomb, bomb, bomb! Bomb, bomb, bomb!)
So much trouble in the world
So much trouble in the world
So much trouble in the world
There is so much trouble, (So much trouble in the world)
There is so much trouble
There is so much trouble (So much in the world)
There is so much trouble
There is so much trouble in the world (So much trouble in the world)
There is (So much in the world)
Bob Marleyβs song βSo much trouble in the worldβ is a reflection on the global social, economic and political problems that prevailed during his time. The song starts with a call for Jah's blessing as the sun rises. The singer then highlights how the world is drifting towards disaster, where humans are too self-absorbed, neglecting the needs of others. Marley's lyrics expose the hypocrisy of the powerful elite who live on Earth while blasting off on spaceships to escape the mess they have created. The chorus repeats the words βSo much trouble in the worldβ as a cry for help and hope.
Marley introduces the second verse by addressing the listener directly and warns them of the danger of believing in an illusionary solution to the world's problems. He urges them to confront the realities head-on and not to leave behind any stones unturned. The song progresses with the struggles of the oppressed people, including the street and working-class, who have been let down by their leaders. The song culminates with a warning that if the leaders do not address the issues, they are sitting on a ticking time bomb that will eventually explode, bringing them down.
Line by Line Meaning
So much trouble in the world
The world is facing a lot of problems and challenges.
Bless my eyes this morning
Grateful for the sunrise and the start of a new day.
Jah sun is on the rise once again
Acknowledgement of the power and grace of a higher being.
The way earthly things are going
Anything can happen
The current state of the world is uncertain and anything can occur.
You see men sailing on their ego trips
People are consumed by their own selfishness and arrogance.
Blast off on their spaceships
Million miles from reality
No care for you, no care for me
Individuals are isolating themselves from the problems of the world and disregarding the well-being of others.
All you've got to do is give a little (Give a little)
Give a little (Give a little)
Give a little (Give a little)
One more time yeah! (Give a little)
Yeah! (Give a little) yeah! (Give a little) yeah!
Small contributions can make a big difference in addressing the issues of the world.
So you think you've found the solution
But it's just another illusion
Proposed solutions to the world's problems are often temporary or not effective in the long run.
So before you check out this tide
Don't leave another cornerstone standing there behind
Take responsibility for one's actions and ensure that positive change is made before moving on.
We've got to face the day
Ooh we come what may
We the street people talking
Yeah, we the people struggling
Regardless of socio-economic status, everyone is affected by the troubles of the world and must face them together.
Now they are sitting on a time bomb (Bomb, bomb, bomb! Bomb, bomb, bomb!)
Now I know the time has come (Bomb, bomb, bomb! Bomb, bomb, bomb!)
What goes on up is coming on down (Bomb, bomb, bomb! Bomb, bomb, bomb!)
Goes around and comes around (Bomb, bomb, bomb! Bomb, bomb, bomb!)
The consequences of actions and inactions will eventually catch up and escalate.
There is so much trouble, (So much trouble in the world)
There is so much trouble
There is so much trouble (So much in the world)
There is so much trouble
There is so much trouble in the world (So much trouble in the world)
There is (So much in the world)
Repeated emphasis on the severity and urgency of the world's problems.
Lyrics Β© Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BOB MARLEY
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@LoFiTvFramedArt
Dear Bob Marley,
I just wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for the incredible impact you've had on the world through your music and your message of love, peace, and unity.
Your music has been a source of inspiration and comfort for countless people over the years, and your messages of social justice and equality have helped to bring people together and promote positive change.
Your unique style and sound have been imitated by many, but no one can truly capture the magic that you brought to the world. You were a true original, and your legacy will continue to live on for generations to come.
Thank you for all that you've given us. Your music will always be a reminder of the power of love and the importance of standing up for what is right.
Sincerely,
LOFI TV FRAMED ART BY Brandon Potter
@marianne8389
So much trouble in the world
So much trouble in the world
Bless my eyes this morning
Jah sun is on the rise once again
The way earthly thin's are goin'
Anything can happen.
You see men sailing on their ego trip,
Blast off on their spaceship,
Million miles from reality:
No care for you, no care for me.
So much trouble in the world;
So much trouble in the world.
All you got to do: give a little (give a little),
Give a little (give a little), give a little (give a little)!
One more time, ye-ah! (give a little) Ye-ah! (give a little)
Ye-ah! (give a little) Yeah!
So you think you've found the solution,
But it's just another illusion!
(So before you check out this tide),
Don't leave another cornerstone
Standing there behind, eh-eh-eh-eh!
We've got to face the day;
(Ooh) Ooh-wee, come what may:
We the street people talkin',
Yeah, we the people strugglin'.
Now they sitting on a time bomb; (Bomb-bomb-bomb! Bomb-bomb-bomb!)
Now I know the time has come: (Bomb-bomb-bomb! Bomb-bomb-bomb!)
What goes on up is coming on down, (Bomb-bomb-bomb! Bomb-bomb-bomb!)
Goes around and comes around. (Bomb-bomb-bomb! Bomb-bomb-bomb!)
So much trouble in the world;
So much trouble in the world;
So much trouble in the world.
There is so much trouble (so much trouble in the world);
There is so much trouble;
There is so much trouble (so much in the world);
There is so much trouble;
There is so much trouble in the world (so much trouble in the world);
There is (so much in the world);
(So much trouble in the world)
@maulanwong3841
RIP Bob Marley
1945-1981
We will never forget you
@pjmppjmp4301
@@wojak434 i agree m'enπ’
@grantfletcher8429
True trueππ
@srajanjain2541
He was always a legend and great human. He will continued to be a legend.β€οΈβ£οΈ
@rodrigowci
R.i.P BOB MARLEI miss you
@Wolta
Everyone's continuously obsessed with being right.
He just wanted to be honest. And I miss and envy that. <3 :)
@geoffreygathuthi4532
on this jam in 2024π₯π₯π₯π₯π₯π₯π₯π₯π₯
@musichits2193
βOne good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain.β
β Bob Marley
@gofindfree
"Sunday is traditionally 'rice'n'peas'-day in Jamaica, but many are the people who do not have rice and peas - so it's really a sad day. But like Bob Marley said: "When you hear the music, you feel no pain"
- Nice Guy in a documentary on The Wailers. Think it was BBC Jamaica, if such a thing ever was .. Have. Great day of music hits, Music Hits
@Crazzy_assme
Hit me with music