Whatzupwitu
Eddie Murphy Lyrics
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Flowers gonna grow
Clouds'll sprinkle showers
Rivers gonna flow
Man ain't got the power
To kill nothing but himself
Man is a creation
Whatzup, whatzup, whatzupwitu?
Whatzup, whatzup, whatzupwitu?
Whatzupwitu?
Whatzup, whatzup, whatzupwitu?
Whatzup, whatzup, whatzupwitu?
Whatzupwitu?
Always is the mountain
Always is the tree's
Always is the ocean
Always is the sea's
Whatzupwitu?!
We can't stop this world
'cause it's not
Our world we can just jack
Each other up
Heavenly Father,
Been mighty patient
He got your number peeped
Your disease
He knows your fallin',
Your fallin', your fallin',
Mmm ... fallin'.
Man is a creation
Man is nothing else
Whatzup, whatzup, whatzupwitu?
Whatzup, whatzup, whatzupwitu?
Whatzupwitu?
Whatzup, whatzup, whatzupwitu?
Whatzup, whatzup, whatzupwitu?
Whatzupwitu?
Always is the mountain
Always is the tree's
Always is the ocean
Always is the sea's
Whoaaaa!
Maybe even children sing!
The lyrics to Eddie Murphy's song Whatzupwitu invoke themes of interconnectedness and the grandeur of the natural world, but also the fallibility and destructiveness of human beings. The opening lines of "Sun is gonna shine / Flowers gonna grow / Clouds'll sprinkle showers / Rivers gonna flow" allude to the constancy of nature and its cycles of growth and renewal. The subsequent lines, "Man ain't got the power / To kill nothing but himself / Man is a creation / Man is nothing else," underscore the limitation of human power and agency in the face of these larger forces. The song also hints at cautionary messages, as Murphy sings "We can't stop this world / 'cause it's not / Our world we can just jack / Each other up," suggesting that human actions can have unintended consequences for ourselves and for the world at large.
Overall, the song seems to be a plea for greater interconnectedness, empathy, and appreciation of the natural world, and a warning against the dangers of human hubris and selfishness. Murphy's repeated refrain of "Whatzupwitu?" can be interpreted as a call for people to examine themselves and their relationships with one another and the environment, to consider how their actions affect the world around them, and to strive for more harmonious and sustainable ways of living.
Line by Line Meaning
Sun is gonna shine
The sun will shine and bring light to the world.
Flowers gonna grow
Flowers will grow and add beauty to the Earth.
Clouds'll sprinkle showers
Clouds will bring rain and nourish the plants and animals of the world.
Rivers gonna flow
Rivers will keep flowing, sustaining life and providing a path for travel and commerce.
Man ain't got the power
Despite their advancements, humans do not have the power to control nature or the world around them.
To kill nothing but himself
The only thing humans are truly capable of destroying is themselves and their own environment through neglect or deliberate action.
Man is a creation
Humans were created, and are part of the natural order of things, rather than being above or separate from it.
Man is nothing else
Humans are not more important or significant than any other part of creation.
Whatzup, whatzup, whatzupwitu?
What is going on with you? What are you thinking, feeling, or experiencing?
Always is the mountain
Mountains are a constant presence, a symbol of permanence and stability.
Always is the tree's
Trees are another constant presence, representing growth and longevity.
Always is the ocean
The ocean is vast and ever-present, a force to be reckoned with and a source of life for many creatures.
Always is the sea's
The seas are also ever-present, covering most of the Earth and containing a vast diversity of life.
We can't stop this world
Humans cannot halt the natural processes of the world, nor can they fully control their consequences.
'cause it's not
The world belongs to no one species or group, and cannot be fully owned or controlled by humans.
Our world we can just jack
Humans can only exploit or take advantage of the resources and opportunities that the world presents to them, without truly owning or controlling them.
Each other up
Humans can hurt or help each other in their interactions and relationships, but cannot change the course of nature or the world around them through their actions alone.
Heavenly Father,
A reference to God, the creator and sustainer of the world and all life within it.
Been mighty patient
God has been enduring and understanding towards humans, despite their flaws and failings.
He got your number peeped
God knows everything about humans, including their motivations, actions, and intentions.
Your disease
A metaphor for the inherent flaws and shortcomings of human nature and behavior.
He knows your fallin',
God is aware of the ways in which humans are struggling or failing, and is willing to help guide them back towards a better path.
Mmm ... fallin'.
A short repetition of the previous line, emphasizing the sense of helplessness or being overwhelmed in the face of adversity or wrongdoing.
Maybe even children sing!
Even children, who are still learning about the world and their place in it, are capable of feeling wonder and joy at the beauty and complexity of existence.
Contributed by Allison K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Yobbie72
"There's not a lot of people that have footage of themselves dancing around in the clouds with Michael Jackson. I do have that forever".--Eddie Murphy.
@saramichael1670
I'm jealous 💔💔
@Momo-cu7xl
i read that as freddie mercury
@darudewottdarudewottthispl6144
Where did he say that?
@MomoKanjaki
@@Momo-cu7xl People were saying he looked like a black Freddie Mercury. 😂
@jadelakshmi
is that from an interview?
@silentbree
I can honestly imagine this being an intro for a kids show from the 90's.
@limerobloxgaming8567
imagine mj in a kids cartoon from the early 90s
@orangetasersauz_
Tht would be cool if MJ had a show
@streamweirdbyyungblud8860
@@orangetasersauz_ like the Osbourne’s type of thing