Let Me Talk
Earth Wind & Fire Lyrics

Fifty million voices mumbling from the street
There are many people talking and discussing things on the streets.

Talking about the eighties and who it will mistreat
People are discussing the upcoming decade and how it will negatively impact them.

Now, Joseph Worken Hardy, checkin' out the jive
A person called Joseph Worken Hardy is observing the conversations around him.

Glancing at his pocketbook, inflation is alive
He checks his finances and realizes that inflation is a current issue.

I (I) stand tall (stand tall), let me talk (let me talk), let me talk, yeah
The singer is expressing confidence in themselves and wants to speak their mind.

Now Miss Sophisticated, your nose up in the air
The singer addresses someone pretentious who acts superior to others.

Trying to find excitement, in the labels that you wear
This person is seeking validation through the brands they possess.

Now, I may disappoint you, with the things I say
The singer acknowledges that their views may not align with the expectations of others.

But deep inside, a message burns within me everyday
Despite potential disappointment, the singer still needs to express their beliefs and values.

We're all the same, with different names
Every person is unique, but fundamentally, we are all alike.

Will you play your role, just as you've been told
Society has certain expectations and the question is whether individuals will conform to these or break free.

Won't you come on down, put your feet on the ground
The singer is encouraging someone to connect with reality and be present in the moment.

Get in touch with you, let your love come through
The singer is urging the listener to love and embrace themselves fully.

World automotives chase the Arab wheel
Global markets are trying to maintain a relationship with the oil-producing countries.

Partnerships on nuclear, trying to make a deal
Countries are attempting to form alliances to pursue nuclear energy.

Now where does it lead to
The artist is questioning the result of these global issues and negotiations.

I'm sure the question flows, through many minds around the world
The same question is likely being pondered by people all over the globe.

I'm sure nobody knows
The resolution of these world events is unknown to everyone.

I stand tall, let me talk, let me talk
The singer reiterates their desire to express their opinions and be heard.

I stand tall, let me talk, let me talk
The singer repeats their request to speak their mind.

I, I
The singer is emphasizing their individuality.