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Get up, stand up, stand up for your right (3 times)
Get up, stand up, don't give up the fight

Preacher man don't tell me heaven is under the earth
I know you don't know what life is really worth
Is not all that glitters in gold and
Half the story has never been told
So now you see the light, aay
Stand up for your right. come on

Get up, stand up, stand up for your right
Get up, stand up, don't give up the fight
Get up, stand up, stand up for your right
Get up, stand up, don't give up the fight

Most people think great god will come from the sky
Take away ev'rything, and make ev'rybody feel high
But if you know what life is worth
You would look for yours on earth
And now you see the light
You stand up for your right, yeah!

Get up, stand up, stand up for your right
Get up, stand up, don't give up the fight
Get up, stand up. life is your right
So we can't give up the fight
Stand up for your right, lord, lord
Get up, stand up. keep on struggling on
Don't give up the fight

We're sick and tired of your ism and schism game
Die and go to heaven in Jesus' name, lord
We know when we understand
Almighty god is a living man
You can fool some people sometimes
But you can't fool all the people all the time
So now we see the light
We gonna stand up for our right

So you'd better get up, stand up, stand up for your right
Get up, stand up, don't give up the fight




Get up, stand up, stand up for your right
Get up, stand up, don't give up the fight.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Bob Marley's "Get Up, Stand Up" begin with a call to action, urging listeners to stand up for their rights and not give up the fight. Marley challenges the authority of religious figures, who claim to know where heaven is and what is valuable in life, asserting that they cannot know what life is truly worth. He argues that people must stand up for their rights on earth, rather than waiting for a higher power to make things better. The song then emphasizes the importance of perseverance in the face of oppression and adversity.


Marley's lyrics are a powerful message of empowerment for marginalized communities. He reminds his listeners that the struggle for justice is ongoing and that they must continue to stand up for their rights. The song's refrain of "Get up, stand up, don't give up the fight" serves as a rallying cry for those who feel oppressed and encourages them to take action. Marley's lyrics also challenge common assumptions about religion and authority, urging people to question what they are told and to strive for their own understanding of what is right and just.


Line by Line Meaning

Get up, stand up, stand up for your right (3 times)
Bob Marley urges listeners to stand up for themselves, to fight for their rights and to never give up.


Get up, stand up, don't give up the fight
Bob Marley repeats his earlier message about standing up for one's rights and pushing forward even when times get tough.


Preacher man don't tell me heaven is under the earth
Bob Marley expresses his skepticism towards preachers who claim to know what lies beyond death and the afterlife.


I know you don't know what life is really worth
Bob Marley believes that such preachers do not truly understand the value of life.


Is not all that glitters in gold and
Bob Marley cautions that appearances can be deceptive and that not everything that might seem precious or valuable is indeed so.


Half the story has never been told
Bob Marley hints at the idea that what we see and perceive is often only a partial understanding of the wider, more complex reality that exists beneath the surface.


So now you see the light, aay
Bob Marley suggests that once people become aware of what is really going on in the world, they will have greater clarity and understanding.


Stand up for your right. come on
Bob Marley encourages listeners to take action and fight for what they believe in.


Most people think great god will come from the sky
Bob Marley criticizes the idea that God is a remote, distant force that only intervenes in human affairs from afar.


Take away ev'rything, and make ev'rybody feel high
Bob Marley argues that true spirituality is not about escaping reality or seeking artificial highs, but about finding peace and meaning in the world we live in.


But if you know what life is worth
Bob Marley believes that if people truly appreciate the value of life, they will not give up on creating a better world for themselves and others.


You would look for yours on earth
Bob Marley advises that people should focus on finding their own purpose and happiness while they are alive and well rather than waiting for an afterlife that may never come.


And now you see the light
Bob Marley reiterates that once people gain a deeper understanding of the world around them, they will have clarity and insight into how to create positive change.


You stand up for your right, yeah!
Bob Marley urges listeners to take action and fight for their fundamental rights and freedoms.


life is your right
Bob Marley asserts that every human being has the right to life, dignity, and opportunities to thrive.


So we can't give up the fight
Bob Marley implores listeners not to give up even in the face of adversity, for if we do, we forfeit our rights and freedoms.


We're sick and tired of your ism and schism game
Bob Marley criticizes the divisive, combative tactics used by those in power to keep people oppressed and divided.


Die and go to heaven in Jesus' name, lord
Bob Marley suggests that promising salvation in the afterlife is a manipulative tactic used to keep people from fighting for justice and equality in this life.


We know when we understand
Bob Marley believes that gaining knowledge and insight is the key to understanding the world around us and creating meaningful change.


Almighty god is a living man
Bob Marley believes that God is present in all living beings and that we should seek to understand the divine in ourselves and those around us.


You can fool some people sometimes
Bob Marley acknowledges that some people may be misled or deceived, but he believes that ultimately, the truth will prevail over misinformation and deception.


But you can't fool all the people all the time
Bob Marley asserts that truth is a powerful force that will eventually overcome dishonesty and deceit, no matter how persistently it is promoted.


We gonna stand up for our right
Bob Marley reminds us of the importance of standing up for ourselves and our fundamental rights and freedoms, and of continuing the fight for justice and equality.


So you'd better get up, stand up, stand up for your right
Bob Marley issues a call to action, urging listeners to take a stand for what is right, just, and fair.


Get up, stand up, don't give up the fight
Bob Marley once again encourages listeners to fight for their rights and freedoms without relenting, no matter how difficult the battle may become.




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BOB MARLEY, PETER TOSH

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@andreatimossi7285

Who's still listening in 2024?
Legends never die
We miss you Bob 🙌🏻🙏🏻

@Skinii13

Je viens de découvrir cette pépite ❤

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In 2025

@bisou1090

Un song légendaire​@@Skinii13

@mymiddleschool_life828

Did he pass away?

@andreatimossi7285

@@Skinii13 une belle découverte mon ami ❤️

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Who's listening to this in 2024?

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