Time Travel
Damian Marley Lyrics

Moonwalking, time travel
Reflecting on the pace of technological advancement through a statement on time travel and moonwalking, perhaps alluding to Michael Jackson's famous dance move.

New day, more truth unravel
Every new day brings with it new discoveries and revelations that unravel the truth about the world we live in.

Mars landing, space gravel
Highlighting humanity's progress to explore and discover new frontiers in space, including the recent Mars landing and our ability to collect and study space debris.

Mankind still a fight and squabble
Despite all our technological advancements, humanity still faces conflict and struggles with achieving peace and unity.

iPod, King James Bible
Contrasting two objects that have had a significant impact on society and culture - one being a technological device and the other a religious text.

Slingshot unto long cal rifle
A reference to humanity's advancements in weaponry and the evolution from basic tools like slingshots to more advanced long caliber rifles.

Tower of Babel, Tower of Eiffel
Drawing a comparison between the biblical story of the Tower of Babel and Gustave Eiffel's famous engineering feat, suggesting that humans have always sought to build impressive structures.

Twelve month a year, but thirteen disciple
A play on words that references the traditional twelve-month calendar but also alludes to the thirteen apostles of Jesus, suggesting that there may be more to the world than we currently understand.

Saddam, Bin Laden, Gaddafi, Idi Amin
Naming infamous political figures and dictators throughout history who have been involved in causing harm and conflict in different parts of the world.

Call of duty, drone bombin'
A commentary on the intersection of technology and war, referencing the popular video game franchise and the use of drone bombs in warfare.

Steel bomba, more famine
Calling attention to the destructive power of weapons, and the negative impact they can have on societies in the form of famine and food scarcity.

Biometrics, ice channel
Referencing two different technologies - biometrics for identification and ice channels for fast maritime transport - to illustrate the variety of technological advancements we have made.

We report bodysearch and swappin'
Drawing attention to the issue of privacy and the increasing surveillance measures taken by governments, including body searches and swapping of personal information.

More police harrassment and naggin'
Highlighting the issue of police harassment and how it affects people's lives, including nagging or oppressive behavior.

More stick-up and random bank robbin'
Referencing the ongoing issue of crime and the likelihood of people resorting to desperate measures like theft in order to survive.

Sufferation, plus swaggin'
Two contrasting ideas - suffering and acting in defiance or confidence by maintaining one's 'swag' or outward style.

Equal one conflict we're having
Suggesting that all conflicts are equal and impactful, regardless of where they are happening in the world.

Chain grabba, hijackin'
Referencing the illegal drug trade and hijackings, which are issues that are prevalent in many parts of the world.

No ideas this computa hackin'
Commenting on the issue of hacking and the potential danger that comes with people accessing sensitive information through computers.

ID thief and credit just jammin'
Naming two common forms of identity theft and financial fraud that people face in the modern age.

Social network, bloggin' an spammin'
Commenting on the impact of social media on society and how it can be used for different purposes, including spamming and blogging.

Hide their TV, surround sound pannin'
Suggesting that people are becoming increasingly isolated and engrossed in their own entertainment, and are therefore less connected to the world around them.

Next generation, Fifa and Madden
Referencing popular video game franchises and how they may define the entertainment experiences of future generations.

More problem, more panic
Proposing that as more problems arise in society, people become more frazzled and panicky as a result.

Suddenly now more planet
Acknowledging the recent discovery of planets beyond our solar system, and the implications of what that means for the future of humanity.

More places man can inhabit
Suggesting that with our expanding knowledge of the universe, there are more opportunities for humans to inhabit new worlds beyond Earth.

Colonize and breed up like rabbit
Drawing parallels between the rapid reproduction ability of rabbits and the potential for populations to rapidly grow and colonize new places in space.

Contaminate and spread dirty habit
A critique on humanity's tendency to spread negative behaviors or habits through different communities.

Cross populate and thief dem knowledge
Acknowledging that with increased travel, migration, and communication, knowledge can be shared and adapted in different parts of the world.

And sell it right back inna college
Calling out the practice of universities commercializing and selling back knowledge or research that was originally generated by people in outside communities.

Meanwhile they call 'em savage
Critiquing the way dominant cultures can look down on or label other cultures as 'savage'.

What will the future bring for me
A contemplation on the unknown and unpredictable nature of the future, with a personal emphasis on how it might affect oneself.

'Cause global warming feel so cold
A play on words that relates the feeling of being cold to the threat of global warming and the potential impact it could have.

No more ancient scrolls to give direction
Acknowledging that with the advance of technology and the changing times, traditional methods of guidance and direction (such as ancient scrolls) are no longer relevant or applicable.

If my little son is seven years old
A personal reflection on the next generation and the kind of world that they will inherit.

You far from the animals, face extinction
Suggesting that humanity's increasing disconnection from nature could have negative consequences, including potentially leading to our own extinction.

No more ancient scrolls to give direction
Acknowledging that with the advance of technology and the changing times, traditional methods of guidance and direction (such as ancient scrolls) are no longer relevant or applicable.

What's real life?
A rhetorical question that asks the listener to consider the nature of what is real.

What's virtual?
A rhetorical question that asks the listener to consider the nature of virtual reality and its impact on our perception of reality.

What's fiction?
A rhetorical question that asks the listener to consider the nature of storytelling and its relationship to reality.

What's factual?
A rhetorical question that asks the listener to consider the nature of truth and how it is constructed or defined.

Who's partial?
A rhetorical question that asks the listener to consider the biases that different individuals or groups may have.

Who's neutral?
A rhetorical question that asks the listener to consider whether true neutrality is possible.

What's not real?
A rhetorical question that asks the listener to consider what is not real or what is fabricated.

What's natural?
A rhetorical question that asks the listener to consider the distinction between what is natural and what is artificial or man-made.

Who's actin'?
A rhetorical question that asks the listener to consider whether people or groups are acting authentically or presenting a facade.

Who's actual?
A rhetorical question that asks the listener to consider who or what is truly real or authentic.

What's cheap talk?
A rhetorical question that questions the validity and value of superficial or empty conversation.

What's action?
A rhetorical question that highlights the importance and value of taking tangible steps or actions to make change.

What's ours?
A rhetorical question that asks the listener to consider what belongs to us as individuals or as a collective society.

What's fraction?
A rhetorical question that asks the listener to consider the various parts or components that make up a larger whole.

What's plus or subtraction?
A rhetorical question that highlights the importance of basic math skills but may also allude to the larger ideas of growth or loss.

Aquarius, then Pisces
Referencing two astrological ages in the common era and how they are said to influence societal developments.

Al Qaeda, then ISIS
Naming two terrorist organizations and highlighting how they have changed over time, with Al Qaeda being a predecessor to ISIS.

Stock markets in crisis
Referencing the fluctuations and instability of global stock markets over time.

Government raise tax and prices
Highlighting the role of governments in influencing economics and how they have the power to raise taxes and prices for individuals and businesses alike.

Countless war ships on the high seas
Drawing attention to the significant military presence and conflict that occurs on the oceans and seas of the world.

Gang war and da streets full of sirens
Drawing attention to the issue of gang violence and the resulting police presence and alarms that are common on the streets of many cities.

Like wifi at the high speed
Describing the rapid pace at which information and communication are transmitted in the modern world, comparing it to high-speed wifi.

Shot o shell, like grains of rice is
Drawing a comparison between the tiny size and abundance of rice grains to the large quantity of shells that can be fired in a military conflict.

Motha bal, I beg dem why please
Asking for an explanation or justification for the harm that is being caused by those in power.

Man a fall, and a go like lychees
Drawing a comparison between the falling of individuals and the ripening and falling of lychee fruit.

One an all, get cold like night breeze
Suggesting that everyone can feel the negative impacts of conflict and the chill of despair like a cold night breeze.

Man at arms
Referencing the role of soldiers and other individuals in armed conflict and the defense of their country.