Three Little Birds
Bob Marley and The Wailers Lyrics


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Don't worry about a thing
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright
Singing' don't worry about a thing
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright

Rise up this mornin'
Smiled with the risin' sun
Three little birds
Pitch by my doorstep
Singin' sweet songs
Of melodies pure and true
Saying, (this is my message to you)

Singing don't worry about a thing
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright
Singing don't worry (don't worry) about a thing
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright

Rise up this mornin'
Smiled with the risin' sun
Three little birds
Pitch by my doorstep
Singin' sweet songs
Of melodies pure and true
Saying, this is my message to you

Singing don't worry about a thing, worry about a thing, oh
Every little thing gonna be alright, don't worry
Singin' don't worry about a thing, I won't worry
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright

Singing don't worry about a thing
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright, I won't worry
Singing, don't worry about a thing
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright




Singing don't worry (worry) about a thing, oh no
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright

Overall Meaning

The song Three Little Birds by Bob Marley is an uplifting tune that encourages listeners not to worry about things, as everything will be alright. The song suggests that we focus on the present moment and enjoy the little things in life. The lyrics start with the phrase "Don't worry about a thing," which is repeated throughout the song. Marley's lyrics provide an evocative image of three little birds singing sweet songs by his doorstep, which creates a sense of warmth, comfort, and peacefulness.


The phrase "rise up this morning" hints at the start of a new day and the possibility of new beginnings. The image of the rising sun symbolizes hope and a fresh start. The three little birds chirping in the morning represent nature's harmony and balance, reminding us to embrace the simple things in life. Marley's message is about optimism, resilience and maintaining a positive attitude towards life. He tries to tell his listeners not to worry too much about the future and instead live in the moment, where everything is fine.


Overall, Three Little Birds is a song that aims to inspire hope and optimism. Marley suggests that we don't let our problems and anxieties weigh us down, telling us that 'every little thing's gonna be alright' and to enjoy the present moment, where the three little birds are singing sweetly on our doorsteps.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't worry about a thing
Don't stress about your life problems because they will all be resolved eventually.


'Cause every little thing gonna be alright
All small issues will be fixed and things will turn out to be fine.


Rise up this mornin'
Wake up and start a new day.


Smiled with the risin' sun
Showing gratitude towards the start of a fresh and new day.


Three little birds
Refers to the birds singing outside the singer's window.


Pitch by my doorstep
The birds are sitting on his doorstep outside his house.


Singin' sweet songs
The birds are singing pleasantly and in a happy melody.


Of melodies pure and true
The birds' songs sound genuine and true in spirit.


Saying, (this is my message to you)
The birds' songs carry a message which the singer delivers to listeners.


Singin' don't worry about a thing
The message of the birds is to encourage listeners not to worry about their problems.


Rise up this mornin'...Singin' sweet songs
Another reminder from the birds to start the day positively and energetically, as represented by their happy songs.


Every little thing gonna be alright, don't worry
The singer wants to reassure his listeners that everything will work out eventually.


Singin' don't worry about a thing, I won't worry
The singer himself is also taking the message of the birds to heart and will try not to worry either.


'Cause every little thing gonna be alright
Reiterating the main message of the song that everything will eventually turn out okay.


Singing don't worry (worry) about a thing, oh no
The singer emphasizes the message of the birds and reassures listeners not to worry at all.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Bob Marley

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@la-petite-planete

Don't worry about a thing
Cause every little thing gonna be all right
Singing don't worry about a thing
Cause every little thing gonna be all right
Rise up this morning
Smiled with the rising sun
Three little birds
Pitch by my doorstep
Singing sweet songs
Of melodies pure and true
Saying
This is my message to you-ou-ou
Singing don't worry about a thing
Cause every little thing gonna be all right
Singing don't worry about a thing
Cause every little thing gonna be all right



@diamondintherough2113

Nonsense

We unlike the DISRESPECTFUL VIDEO that displays a #RASTAFARIAN MAN as a Pig in what is being claimed as the official video

Bob Marley wouldn’t eat, touch, or portray himself as a pig it’s VEHEMENTLY against that is good & Holy to the man & to Rastafarian’s the world over

Could only be done by a Whyte cultural appropriator because they DONT truly KNOW & RESPECT the CULTURE yet seek to claim OWNERSHIP and RIGHTS to it .. !!!

The CAU-CACITY of it all



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My dog loves me singing Bob to him. Just hope Bob's community will enjoy knowing that.

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Trust me, you definitely not the only one, so nothing to worry about lol continue in friend!

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Who else wishes Bob Marley was still alive!

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