Throughout the 70s and 80s, the group remained up with the times and occasionally crept ahead of them, such that they became influences themselves upon younger generations of R&B and hip-hop acts. By the time the group's popularity started to fizzle in the late 80s, a series of hits were left in the band's wake, ranging from greasy, funky workouts to smooth ballads to swinging synthesized tracks and more. Further separating Cameo from their forebears was the fact that they didn't have a diaper-clad guitarist. Instead, they had a codpiece-wearing lead vocalist in Larry Blackmon.
Today, the group's iconic single "Word Up", released in 1986 from the album of the same time, remains a radio staple. The U.S. Hot Dance Singles and U.S. Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles chart topper has also been famously covered by artists such as the hard rock band Gun and the alternative metal group Korn. Other popular Cameo singles include "Attack Me With Your Love", "Candy", "Freaky Dancin'","I Just Want To Be", and "Sparkle".
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Cameo Lyrics
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All the bad things pass you by
When such a feeling come to you (come to you yeah)
Cast no shadow on the truth
Sometimes it seems so heavy
For us to understand yeah
But the spirit has been with us, yeah
The answer to our problems
Enjoy the spice of life, yeah yeah
Things ain't right always, hey
Out of sight out of mind
Say, I don't know where I'm going, yeah hey
But I know I'll soon be there, yeah
And where ever it is I'm going
I know the answer will be waiting there, yeah ow yeah
We all know who we are (hey
Who we are
Who we are (hey hey hey heyhey yeahyeah)
We all know who we are (alright)
Who we are
Who we are (who we)
You know and I know
And the crisis that we live in
We need a light to shine
And the light will surely take us
If you see that its, that its a sign
Ooh we always know who we are
Who we are
Who we are
We always know (always always know)
Who we are (yeah)
Who we are
We all know who we are (You know and I know)
Who we are
Who we are (You know and I know)
We all know who we are (yeah)
Who we are
Who we are
We know (see a sign)
I know (see a sign)
Hey hey
I know I know (yeah yeah)
You know and I know (yeah)
We all know who we are
Who we are
Who we are
The song "We All Know Who We Are" by funk band Cameo is full of affirmations and statements of self-knowledge. The lyrics start with "You're a diamond in the sky / All the bad things pass you by", which speak to the idea that one's inner strength and positivity can help them weather life's challenges. The next line, "When such a feeling come to you / Cast no shadow on the truth", reinforces the importance of staying true to oneself and not allowing negativity or doubt to obscure one's sense of self.
The second verse acknowledges that life can be difficult to understand, but reminds listeners that the spirit has been with us from the beginning of time. The line "Enjoy the spice of life" encourages people to find joy and meaning in the ups and downs of life, even if things aren't always perfect. The chorus repeats the phrase "We all know who we are" several times, declaring that even in the midst of uncertainty and confusion, we can hold onto our sense of self and our place in the world.
Later in the song, the lyrics suggest that we need a "light to shine" amidst the crises of the world, and that we can find guidance and direction in the signs around us. Throughout the song, the message is one of empowerment and self-assurance, encouraging listeners to stay true to themselves and trust in their own abilities.
Overall, "We All Know Who We Are" is a powerful anthem about self-knowledge, inner strength, and resilience in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
You're a diamond in the sky
You are something precious and valuable, like a diamond set against the vastness of the sky
All the bad things pass you by
You are able to avoid negativity and remain positive in difficult situations
When such a feeling come to you (come to you yeah)
When you experience a certain emotion or sense of hopefulness
Cast no shadow on the truth
Do not allow anything to distort or hide what is true
Sometimes it seems so heavy
The weight of the world can feel overwhelming at times
For us to understand yeah
It can be challenging for us to comprehend or grasp certain concepts
But the spirit has been with us, yeah
Despite any difficulty we face, there is always a spiritual presence around us
Since the start of time
This spiritual energy has existed for as long as humanity itself
The answer to our problems
There is a solution to every issue we face
Enjoy the spice of life, yeah yeah
Take pleasure in the variety and richness of experiences life has to offer
Things ain't right always, hey
Not everything happens the way we want it to
Out of sight out of mind
If something is not present in our thoughts, it can be easily forgotten
Say, I don't know where I'm going, yeah hey
Admitting uncertainty about the future and one's direction in life
But I know I'll soon be there, yeah
Believing that you are on the right path and will reach your destination soon
And where ever it is I'm going
No matter where you end up in life
I know the answer will be waiting there, yeah ow yeah
There is always a solution or answer to be found, even in difficult situations
We all know who we are (hey
We have a clear sense of our identity and purpose
Who we are
Our individuality and uniqueness
Who we are (hey hey hey heyhey yeahyeah)
Our personal traits and characteristics
We all know who we are (alright)
There is no confusion about who we are as individuals
Who we are (who we)
Our identity and personality
And the crisis that we live in
The difficult and turbulent times we are currently experiencing
We need a light to shine
We need something to guide us through the darkness and confusion
And the light will surely take us
If we follow this guidance, we will ultimately be led to a better place
If you see that its, that its a sign
If you recognize opportunities or clues that point you in the right direction
Ooh we always know who we are
Our sense of self remains strong and unwavering
We all know (always always know)
Our individual identities are always present, even in difficult times
I know I know (yeah yeah)
There is a certainty and confidence in who we are as individuals
You know and I know
We share this sense of identity with others, and it is something that connects us
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LARRY BLACKMON
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on Intro
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on Intro
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