Club Paradise
Cliff - Jimmy Lyrics
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No man is an island Jack
You could be tougher than a rock
One and one's got to make contact
To get on the right track, yeah
When you see in your life something missing
And for all the good things that you're wishing
There's a place you can go
Sweet paradise, sweet paradise
Club paradise, sweet paradise
Island Jack said he ain't going back to the USA
Just rub that coconut oil on his back
Said he's here to stay
'Cause he's found in his life what's been missing
And for all the good things he's been wishing
Said you'll find me where
The vibes are nice and the price is right
Club paradise, sweet paradise
Club paradise, sweet paradise, whoa oh yeah, yeah
No man is an island Jack
You could be harder than a rock
Ones and ones got to make contact
To get on the right track
When you see in your life something missing
And for all the good things that you're wishing
There's a place you can go
Where the price is right just like paradise
Sweet paradise, club paradise
Happy, happy paradise, sweet paradise
You will find me there, yeah
Come and check out the vibes
Happy, happy paradise, whoa oh yeah, club paradise
The song "Club Paradise" by Jimmy Cliff is an upbeat and catchy tune about finding a sense of belonging and happiness in life. The lyrics suggest that no man is an island and that in order to find what's missing in life, we need to make connections with others. The singer in the song, Island Jack, has found his paradise in a club where the vibes are nice and the price is right. He rubs coconut oil on his back and declares that he's found what he's been missing in life, and he's not going back to the USA. The chorus repeats the phrase "Club paradise, sweet paradise" as a celebration of the newfound happiness and contentment in life.
The song's message is simple, but powerful - to find happiness and fulfillment, we need to make connections with others and find a sense of belonging. The reference to coconut oil and the imagery of paradise adds to the tropical and relaxed vibe of the song. It is a feel-good song that encourages listeners to let go of their worries and stresses and embrace the positive experiences in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh yeah, ooh yeah, ooh yeah, ooh yeah, yeah
An upbeat introduction to the song sets the mood
No man is an island Jack
No one can live independently and all beings need support
You could be tougher than a rock
Even if someone is strong and resilient, they still need human connections
One and one's got to make contact
People need to interact with each other to thrive
To get on the right track, yeah
Having positive human interactions can lead to personal growth and success
When you see in your life something missing
When you feel like something is lacking in your life
And for all the good things that you're wishing
Even if you have a lot of good things, you still may feel incomplete
There's a place you can go
There is a specific location where you can find happiness
Where the vibes are nice just like paradise
Where people have positive attitudes and make one feel like they are in heaven
Sweet paradise, sweet paradise
The place is a sweet paradise, full of peace and prosperity
Club paradise, sweet paradise
It's a club for paradise-seekers, who can find eternal happiness
Island Jack said he ain't going back to the USA
Island Jack has decided to stay in the paradise and give up everything else he had
Just rub that coconut oil on his back
He is enjoying the small things in life and enjoying massages with coconut oil
Said he's here to stay
Island Jack is committed to staying in this paradise location forever
'Cause he's found in his life what's been missing
Because Jack has found what he was looking for in his life and he is going to stick with it.
Said you'll find me where
Jack is giving other people a hint of where to find him
The vibes are nice and the price is right
Come to a place where you feel welcome and the cost isn't as expensive as US clubs
Sweet paradise, club paradise
The club is a beautiful and idealistic place that is able to cater to everyone's needs
Happy, happy paradise, sweet paradise
The club is a happy place that brings eternal joy to people's lives
You will find me there, yeah
Jack will be at the club and hopes to see others like him
Come and check out the vibes
Someone else invites people to come to experience the paradise-like environment
Happy, happy paradise, whoa oh yeah, club paradise
The club is a place of joy and happiness
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JIMMY CLIFF
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Shay-Ryan Jones
Club Paradise is a completely underrated masterpiece.
❤Robin Williams Forever
Jon A
It really is.
BЯÄD
I watch this super underrated film every summer like clockwork, and I never get tired of it. People don’t understand what a gem this was for Robin Williams as an actor, and Harold Ramis as a director. Jimmy Cliff was amazing in this. So was Peter O’Toole!
So many great cameos too. Love this!!
Dustin
Club Paradise was so underrated! Love this movie and the soundtrack!
True Sonny
One of my alltime favorite movies, boutta watch again tonight! We miss u Robin ❤
Hans Zarkov, Ph.D.
My all time favorite music despite the panning by the critics. Always makes me laugh and I love the soundtrack
TheClubJoe
It feels like I'm walking on the dock about to get on a cruise boat..
Walter Anderson
Man I love the entire soundtrack from this movie! When they wrapped up the movie, I saw Jimmy Cliff in concert in, Miami at the then, Metro Zoo. Awesome concert! Then I went on to get stationed in Panama C.A. My Club Paradise was the Balboa Yacht Club! and Veracruz Beach!
Wills Stopmotions
Great movie used to watch it all the time with my grandfather
Love robin Williams this was one of his best👍
Casey808
Anything Jimmy Cliff is paradise.