Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earth,_Wind_&_Fire
Discography
Earth, Wind & Fire (1971)
The Need of Love (1971)
Last Days and Time (1972)
Head to the Sky (1973)
Open Our Eyes (1974)
That's the Way of the World (1975)
Spirit (1976)
All 'n All (1977)
I Am (1979)
Faces (1980)
Raise! (1981)
Powerlight (1983)
Electric Universe (1983)
Touch the World (1987)
Heritage (1990)
Millennium (1993)
In the Name of Love (1997)
The Promise (2003)
Illumination (2005)
Now, Then & Forever (2013)
Holiday (2014)
The Classic Christmas Album (2015)
I've Had Enough
Earth Wind & Fire Lyrics
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There's a party in motion
Everybody's on the scene
And I can hear the sound
Like the roar of the ocean
As it rushes to the stream
Live it up
Gotta do it all their way
Until they burn it up
And the lights nowhere gleaming
What a price you have to pay
Why do we feel whe have to feed the fire
We're only caught up in our desire, ooh
I've had enough, it's just too tough
To keep it up, so I am calling out to you
To lift us up, the world is rough
I am so tired and I've had enough
Spinning' round in perpetual motion
Like a crystal ball of dreams
And moving in the crowd
There's a hint of a notion
That you never will be seen
Slow it down, feel some emotion
'Cause there's nothing in between
Reaching that higher ground
But your faith and devotion
To be on the winning team
Why do we feel we have to feed the fire
We're only caught up in our own desire, ooh
I've had enough, it's just too tough
To keep it up, so I am calling out to you
To lift us up, the world is rough
I am so tired and I've had enough
Yes, I've had enough
Stop, I've had enough
Hey, I've had enough
Why do we feel we have to feed the fire
We're only caught up in our own desire, ooh
I've had enough, it's just too tough
To keep it up, so I am calling out to you
To lift us up, the world is rough
And I am so tired
You know it's got to stop
I've had enough, it's just too tough
To keep it up, so I am calling out to you
To lift us up, the world is rough
And I am so tired
You know it's got to stop
The lyrics of this song depict a call for a break from the frenzy of life. It appears the artist is tired of the constant hustle and bustle of the world, and wants to take a pause. The song begins by describing a party that is in full swing, with people having fun and not holding back. The artist appears to be observing the scene from afar, listening to the sound of the music and the excitement of the people. However, this momentary enjoyment does not last long, as the lights eventually go out, and the emptiness becomes evident.
The chorus of the song symbolizes the artist's cry for help as they seek to lift themselves and others who feel the same way. At this point, the energy and enthusiasm of the song take a dip, with the artist urging the audience to slow down and take a breather, take some time to feel their emotions and reconnect with their faith. The lyrics echo the common theme of many songs about the need for rest, and it is evident that the artist is feeling the same way.
The overall message of the song is a powerful one. The lyrics acknowledge that life can be overwhelming and that sometimes we need to take a step back and recharge our batteries before we can continue. It is a call to live with more intention and to focus on higher goals. It is an excellent message for anybody struggling to keep up with the rat race.
Line by Line Meaning
Getting down
The party is getting started
There's a party in motion
A party is currently happening
Everybody's on the scene
Everyone is attending the party
And I can hear the sound
The music is loud and clear
Like the roar of the ocean
The music is as loud as the sound of the ocean waves crashing
As it rushes to the stream
The music is flowing and moving through the crowd
Live it up
Enjoy the party to the fullest
Don't ya hear people screaming
People are excited and having a good time
Gotta do it all their way
People want to dance and party in their own unique style
Until they burn it up
People want to party until they can no longer do so
And the lights nowhere gleaming
The party is so intense that the lights are no longer shining
What a price you have to pay
Partying can come at a cost, both financially and physically
Why do we feel whe have to feed the fire
Why do we feel the need to keep partying even when it's not good for us?
We're only caught up in our desire, ooh
We're just following our own wants and needs
I've had enough, it's just too tough
The party is too much and overwhelming
To keep it up, so I am calling out to you
I can't keep going like this, please help me
To lift us up, the world is rough
We need something positive to give us hope in this harsh world
Spinning' round in perpetual motion
Feeling stuck in a never-ending cycle, like a spinning crystal ball
Like a crystal ball of dreams
Our lives feel like a dream that we can't seem to wake up from
And moving in the crowd
We're surrounded by people but feel alone
There's a hint of a notion
We have the feeling that we'll never truly belong
That you never will be seen
We feel invisible and unnoticed by others
Slow it down, feel some emotion
Take a break from the fast-paced life and connect with our feelings
'Cause there's nothing in between
There's nothing to distract us from our emotions and thoughts
Reaching that higher ground
Striving for success and happiness
But your faith and devotion
Believing in oneself and staying committed to the goal
To be on the winning team
To succeed in life and be a part of something special
And I am so tired
I'm exhausted and need a break
You know it's got to stop
I need to make a change and stop this unhealthy lifestyle
Stop, I've had enough
Stop the party, I can't take it anymore
Hey, I've had enough
I've reached my limit
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PHILIP JAMES BAILEY, GREGORY ARTHUR PHILLINGANES, BRENDA GORDON RUSSELL
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@cwvos
@@cm8836,
I have everything Kool And The Gang has made! You feel as though they're better than EWF 🤔❓
WOW❗❗❗
That's your right, your choice than "I Feel U"....
I'll say their horn section is better, but I still have to give the nod to 🌎!
🎤🎧✔💯◼
@SidneySRS
Getting Getting down, there's a party in motion
Everybody's on the scene
And I can hear the sound, like the roar of an ocean
As it rushes to the stream
Live it up, don't you hear people screaming?
Gotta do it all their way
Until they burn it up and the lights nowhere gleaming
What a price you have to pay
Why do we feel we have to feed the fire?
We're only caught up in our own desire, ooh
I've had enough, it's just too tough
To keep it up, so I'm calling out to you
To lift us up, the world is rough
I am so tired and I've had enough
Spinning 'round in perpetual motion
Like a crystal ball of dreams
And moving in the crowd, there's a hint of a notion
That you never will be seen
Slow it down, feel some emotion
'Cause there's nothing in between
Reaching that higher ground, but your faith and devotion
To be on the winning team
Why do we feel we have to feed the fire?
We're only caught up in our own desire, ooh
I've had enough, it's just too tough
To keep it up, so I'm calling out to you
To lift us up, the world is rough
I am so tired and I've had enough
Yes I've had enough
Stop, I've had enough
Hey, I've had enough
Why do we feel we have to feed the fire?
We're only caught up in our own desire, ooh
I've had enough, it's just too tough
To keep it up, so I'm calling out to you
To lift us up, the world is rough
And I am so tired that now it's time to stop
I've had enough, it's just too tough
To keep it up, so I'm calling back to you
To lift us up, the world is rough
And I am so tired that now it's time to stop
I've had enough, it's just too tough
To keep it up, so I'm calling out to you
To lift us up, the world is rough
And I am so tired that now it's time to stopdown, there's a party in motion
Everybody's on the scene
And I can hear the sound, like the roar of an ocean
As it rushes to the stream
Live it up, don't you hear people screaming?
Gotta do it all their way
Until they burn it up and the lights nowhere gleaming
What a price you have to pay
Why do we feel we have to feed the fire?
We're only caught up in our own desire, ooh
I've had enough, it's just too tough
To keep it up, so I'm calling out to you
To lift us up, the world is rough
I am so tired and I've had enough
Spinning 'round in perpetual motion
Like a crystal ball of dreams
And moving in the crowd, there's a hint of a notion
That you never will be seen
Slow it down, feel some emotion
'Cause there's nothing in between
Reaching that higher ground, but your faith and devotion
To be on the winning team
Why do we feel we have to feed the fire?
We're only caught up in our own desire, ooh
I've had enough, it's just too tough
To keep it up, so I'm calling out to you
To lift us up, the world is rough
I am so tired and I've had enough
Yes I've had enough
Stop, I've had enough
Hey, I've had enough
Why do we feel we have to feed the fire?
We're only caught up in our own desire, ooh
I've had enough, it's just too tough
To keep it up, so I'm calling out to you
To lift us up, the world is rough
And I am so tired that now it's time to stop
@drag.ul.a
Fun fact: One half of the former Daft Punk, Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo, considers this to be his favorite song!!
@theketixxx3835
The comment I was looking :D, i would die to see their music library
@blues8970
Haha I was looking for this comment
@wandahwhetstone1587
🥰😍🤩😘💯🖤❤🖤❤🖤❤🖤❤💯
@30S_
I just watched the interview seconds agooo..
@slappygoosebumps6676
@@30S_ same
@barryirvin2417
Bailey talking about his Christian faith here and over coming every mans temptations and asking God for help .Powerful .
@studiobencivengamarcusbenc5272
I am glad there was a christian in a band I like - besides their pagan cover art 😂or should I rather say Egyptian demonism- still the whole album is a masterpiece 👌
@cwvos
G.G.B.O.A.T!!!!!
Greatest Group Band Of All Time!!!!! Hands Down, No Equals.....
@cm8836
I would agree with you if there was not a band called Kool And The Gang!!!