Live and let die
Bossa and Roses Lyrics

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When you were young and your heart
Was an open book
You used to say live and let live
(You know you did)
(You know you did)
(You know you did)

But if this ever changin' world

In which we live in
Makes you give in and cry
Say live and let die
Live and let die

What does it matter to ya
When you got a job to do you got to do it well
You got to give the other fella hell

You used to say live and let live
(You know you did)
(You know you did)
(You know you did)

But if this ever changin' world
In which we live in
Makes you give in and cry

Say live and let die
Live and let die

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to the song "Live and Let Die" by Bossa and Roses is about the changing world and the need to adapt to it in order to survive. The opening lines of the song hint at the innocence and openness of youth, when people tend to be accepting and accommodating of others. However, as people grow older, they become more aware of the complexities and challenges of the world and may find themselves struggling to maintain their idealistic beliefs.

The chorus of the song, which is repeated several times throughout, highlights the importance of accepting change and moving forward despite the difficulties. It encourages listeners to let go of what cannot be controlled and adapt to new circumstances in order to survive.

The second verse of the song echoes the need for determination and perseverance in a challenging world. It emphasizes the importance of doing one's job well and not giving up in the face of adversity.

Overall, "Live and Let Die" suggests that in order to thrive in a constantly changing world, individuals must be willing to embrace change and adapt to new circumstances, while also remaining determined and committed to their goals.

Line by Line Meaning

When you were young and your heart Was an open book
Back when you were young and your emotions were transparent and unguarded.

You used to say live and let live (You know you did) (You know you did) (You know you did)
You had a philosophy of tolerating others and letting them be, which you were confident and fully aware of.

But if this ever changin' world In which we're livin' Makes you give in and cry Say live and let die Live and let die
However, in the ever-changing world we live in, if it gets to a point where you feel helpless and despairing, it's time to fiercely guard your own survival and let others fall by the wayside.

What did it matter to ya When you got a job to do you got to do it well You got to give the other fella hell
It doesn't matter what others think or feel when you have a job to do; your top priority is to do it as effectively as possible even if it means being ruthless towards others.

You used to say live and let live (You know you did) (You know you did) (You know you did)
You had a philosophy of tolerating others and letting them be, which you were confident and fully aware of.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Linda McCartney, Paul James McCartney

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