Same Ol Same
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Sound is the same for all the world
Everybody has a heart
Everybody gets a feeling
Let's play!
Sound box!
Rock, reggae, jazz, mbalax
All around the world, the same
Pachanga, soul music, rhythm and blues
The same
La samba, la rumba, cha-cha-cha
The same
Sound is the same for all the world
Everybody has a heart
Everybody gets a feeling
Mbaqanga, ziglibiti, high life music
The same
Merengue, funk, Chinese music
The same
Bossa nova, soul makossa, rap music
The same
Come on people, dance
Everybody in the world has a culture
Believe what you believe
Respect your customs
Everybody must do what the heart says
Don't cause trouble
Treat people well
Be sociable
Exchange ideas
Music is the same the world over




Musicians, too, are cut from the same cloth
We're aiming to entertain you

Overall Meaning

In the song "Same Ol Same," M.N.B talks about how music is universal and transcends cultural barriers. The lyrics emphasize that, regardless of where people come from, they all have the capacity to enjoy music and express themselves through it. The song celebrates the rich diversity of music from around the world, listing various genres like rock, reggae, jazz, and mbalax. Despite their distinct cultural roots, M.N.B demonstrates that music genres all share commonalities and emotions that connect people from different backgrounds.


The song's lyrics are a call to people to embrace and appreciate the differences in musical styles and other cultural practices. It also encourages people to be respectful of each other's customs and traditions, understanding that everyone comes from a unique cultural background. Furthermore, it's a message promoting peace and unity, reminding listeners to treat each other well and exchange ideas and music with each other.


Line by Line Meaning

Sound is the same for all the world
No matter where you go in the world, music is always present and has the power to evoke certain emotions


Everybody has a heart
All people have the capacity to feel and connect with music


Everybody gets a feeling
Music has the ability to create unique experiences and emotions for everyone who listens to it


Let's play!
Let's start making music and have fun doing it


Sound box!
Let's turn up the volume and enjoy the sound


Rock, reggae, jazz, mbalax All around the world, the same
No matter where you are in the world, different genres of music are enjoyed the same way by everyone


Pachanga, soul music, rhythm and blues The same
Regardless of genre, music speaks to the same emotions and desires within all of us


La samba, la rumba, cha-cha-cha The same
The dance styles and rhythms of music may be different, but the emotions and feelings they evoke in people are always the same


Mbaqanga, ziglibiti, high life music The same
Music from all cultures and regions share commonalities in the way they connect with people emotionally and physically


Merengue, funk, Chinese music The same
Regardless of geographical location or cultural background, music can unite people through shared experiences and emotions


Bossa nova, soul makossa, rap music The same
Even music that is considered rebellious or subversive has the power to speak to the human experience and connect people from different backgrounds


Come on people, dance
Let's enjoy the music and dance together, celebrating our shared connections


Everybody in the world has a culture Believe what you believe Respect your customs Everybody must do what the heart says Don't cause trouble Treat people well Be sociable Exchange ideas
Respect, openness, and understanding are necessary in a world where people from different cultures can come together and find common ground. As long as everyone is respectful and kind, we can learn from each other and grow in our own beliefs and customs


Music is the same the world over Musicians, too, are cut from the same cloth
Music has a way of bringing together people from all walks of life, and musicians are no exception. We are all human, and music has the power to connect us through our shared experiences and emotions


We're aiming to entertain you
Our goal is to create music that brings people together, makes them feel something, and puts a smile on their face




Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: HABIB FAYE, YOUSSOU N'DOUR

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