Communication
Bobby Womack Lyrics


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I've got somethin' I wanna talk about to you
Just another communication
It could help the situation
It's not the generation
That keep gettin' on this nation

What I say, what I say
What I say, what I say

We've made this world what it is today
For the way we live and what we do and say
The pitiable show in the eye of need
You close my eyes every time I don't see

What I'm sayin', what I'm sayin'
Well, look at here

Disgusting one another
But still callin' me your brother

And listen to me now
Now if you believe in what I am sayin'
I'll be back, take a slam

Like I say, like I say, like I say
Say, like I say, like I say

All we need is just a little communication
That could make this world a better nation
Just like the preachers congregation
They're all in to his conversation

What I say, what I say

Oh, Lord, good God
Don't put down your brother
On the way he dress
I am gettin' tired
And sick of your mess

Ooh, and if you believe
Oh Lord, I know you believe in what I am sayin'
And I want every man to take a stand

All you gotta to is help me
Help, help, help me
Why don't you help me?
Help me, help me, help me sing this song

Just a little communication
Just a little communication
If you see your brother fallin' down
Give him a chance to make him come around

Got to, got to
You've got to, I've got to
I've got to, you've got to, you've got to
Everybody, come on now

Know it's gonna take me back to [Incomprehensible]
Do it again

Need just a little communication
You can help this situation
It's got the, it's got the new generation
Just keep on tellin' down this nation

Communicate, it's a family affair
Communicate, it's a family affair
Communicate, baby





I know you hear me talkin' to you
I know you hear me talkin' to you

Overall Meaning

In Bobby Womack's song Communication, the singer is calling for more communication among people. He believes that proper communication can help solve problems and make the world a better place to live in. He acknowledges the fact that the current generation has contributed to the state of the world, and therefore, it is important to come together to make a positive change. He urges people to stop putting each other down and to start respecting one another, regardless of their differences.


The lyrics highlight the need for people to communicate and empathize with each other, even in challenging situations. Womack also calls out for the need for mutual respect and unity, as well as a desire to understand the difficulties and situations of others. He reminds listeners that they have the power to make a difference in the world and that a little communication can go a long way in improving relationships and the state of the world.


Line by Line Meaning

I've got somethin' I wanna talk about to you
I have something important to discuss with you


Just another communication
This is just a form of communication


It could help the situation
This discussion could improve things


It's not the generation
This issue is not specific to one generation


That keep gettin' on this nation
That affects the whole nation


What I say, what I say
Listen to what I'm saying


We've made this world what it is today
Our actions have shaped the world we live in


For the way we live and what we do and say
Our thoughts and actions are reflected in our world


The pitiable show in the eye of need
Our lack of compassion is revealed in times of crisis


You close my eyes every time I don't see
You blind me to the truth when I turn a blind eye


What I'm sayin', what I'm sayin'
Here's my message


Disgusting one another
Treating each other with disgust


But still callin' me your brother
Despite this, you still refer to me as your sibling


And listen to me now
Pay attention to my words


Now if you believe in what I am sayin'
If you agree with me


I'll be back, take a slam
I'll continue to speak out


Like I say, like I say, like I say
As I repeat


All we need is just a little communication
Effective communication could solve our problems


That could make this world a better nation
Improving communication could lead us to a better world


Just like the preachers congregation
Like a group of people who listen to a preacher


They're all in to his conversation
They're fully engaged in listening to him speak


What I say, what I say
This is important


Oh, Lord, good God
Expression of emotion


Don't put down your brother
Don't insult your fellow human being


On the way he dress
For his attire


I am gettin' tired
I'm growing weary


And sick of your mess
I'm fed up with your behavior


Ooh, and if you believe
If you share my beliefs


Oh Lord, I know you believe in what I am sayin'
I'm confident you share my views


And I want every man to take a stand
I want everyone to take a stance


All you gotta to is help me
All you need to do is assist me


Help, help, help me
Assist me


Why don't you help me?
Can you assist me please?


Just a little communication
All we need is some open communication


If you see your brother fallin' down
If you notice someone in need


Give him a chance to make him come around
Offer them an opportunity to recover


Got to, got to
We have to do it


You've got to, I've got to
We all need to do it


Everybody, come on now
Let's all do it together


Know it's gonna take me back to [Incomprehensible]
Reminiscing of old times


Do it again
Let's repeat it


It's got the, it's got the new generation
Affects the next generation


Just keep on tellin' down this nation
Continue to spread the message across the country


Communicate, it's a family affair
Effective communication is important for everyone


I know you hear me talkin' to you
I know you're listening to me




Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Abkco Music Inc.
Written by: BOBBY WOMACK

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Genaldo Aaujo

E aqui, que se encontra quem, gosta de mΓΊsica.πŸŽ‡πŸŽ‡πŸŽ‡πŸŽ†πŸŽ†πŸŽ†πŸ†πŸ†πŸŽ–οΈπŸŽ–οΈβ³β³β³β³β³β³βŒ›βŒ›βŒ›βŒ›βŒ›β³βŒ›β³β³πŸ•°οΈπŸ””πŸ””πŸ””

Shirley Stewart

Communication was the first album of Bobby Womack, I bought at the age of 14. I played it day in and day out. Then everyone that came after that I bought. Still have those albums. Now I have them on CD's. Rest In Paradise! Bobby, you will be missed, and I will miss you!

port2344chester

Vintage B.W. a true SOULFUL LEGEND!

Tonja McDonald

My Auntie and Uncle could really dance and clown on this record. I never realized my Uncle could dance like he did.

Kailani Kaluhiokalani

SSSSOOOOOO funky Bobby..........what an artist you are x.

Doug Duffey

thank you for posting the original - no b.s.- version! This rekkut is da bawm, y'all

Wayne Butfoy

Same as me , brilliant lp. Still my favourite

Clevon Powell

Wonderful song

Luther Stevens

Bobby was the man.

Chiefclinton

so it 's all over now bobby ? i can hear you !!! communication is on !!!
see you mr womack!!!

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