Eddie Murphy actually has had an extensive singing career, it's just not his biggest claim to fame. His biggest hit was "Party All The Time," which reached #2 in the US in 1985. He had another Billboard Hot 100 hit single in 1989 with the cringe-inducing title "Put Your Mouth On Me," which reached #27. Besides two solo music albums, he's also done some of the songs in films he's appeared in, such as the Shrek franchise and 1988's Coming to America. He's also provided vocals in odd places like Saturday Night Live sketches ("Wookin' Pa Nub," anyone?), backing for The BusBoys, and hey, even appeared in Michael Jackson's video "Remember The Time."
Murphy began his comedy career at the age of 16, as part of a comedy duo with fellow comedian Mitchell Kyser at the Roosevelt Youth Center in Roosevelt, Long Island, where he grew up. At 19 he became a performer on NBC's Saturday Night Live television show, not long after graduating from Roosevelt Junior-Senior High School. His characters include a parody of Buckwheat from the Little Rascals and an inner-city black version of Fred Rogers known as "Mr. Robinson". Former SNL writer Margaret Humphert has said Murphy and Bill Murray are the two most talented people in the history of the show. Murphy left the show midway through the 1983-1984 season, appearing in filmed sketches for the remainder of that season.
Murphy later starred in many comedies including the Beverly Hills Cop series. He was recognized by receiving a Golden Globe nomination for best actor in a comedy or musical for his performances in Beverly Hills Cop, Trading Places, The Nutty Professor, and most recently Dreamgirls. [1]
He is a well-known voice actor and voiced Thurgood Stubbs in The PJs, Donkey in the Shrek series and the dragon Mushu, in Disney's Mulan. Murphy also has the distinction of having starred in more sequels than any other actor in Hollywood. Those films include:Beverly Hills Cop II (1987), Another 48 Hrs. (1990), Beverly Hills Cop III (1994), Dr. Dolittle 2 (2001), Nutty Professor II: The Klumps (2000), Shrek 2 (2004), and Shrek the Third (2007).
In some of his films, he plays multiple roles in addition to his main character, including Coming to America, where he played four radically different characters, the Nutty Professor films, where he played much of the Klumps clan, and 2007's Norbit. Another trademark of Eddie Murphy's is his deep, infectious, and considerably goofy laugh.
In a 2005 poll to find The Comedian's Comedian, he was voted amongst the top 50 comedy acts ever by fellow comedians and comedy insiders. Eddie Murphy's older brother, Charlie Murphy, is also an actor, best known recently for his appearances on Chappelle's Show.
Years active 1977 - present
temporary
Eddie Murphy Lyrics
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After all the lies they told ya
Damn near everything they told you
Got to free your mind, open up your eyes
Yea!
Ain’t no angels no shoulders
The Pope ain't much and the devil’s just a lie
When the Reaper comes we will kiss your ass goodbye
Yes we will
It’s temporary
Everything is only temporary
But God (God)
God is everlasting yeah!
It’s temporary
You and me are only temporary (Everlasting, yea)
It’s so much bigger than yourself
And you ain’t but a tiny tick of time
And those certificates for prestigious graduations
On your wall
When your time is up
Won't buy an ounce of time
Write your will
It’s temporary
You and me are only temporary
But God (God)
God is everlasting!
It’s temporary
Everything is only temporary (Everlasting, yea)
So all your good connections
It’s temporary
And all the bill collectors
It’s temporary
Ain’t no angels on no shoulders
It’s temporary
The Pope ain't much and the devil’s just a lie
It’s temporary
Said the Pope ain't much and the devil’s just a lie
It’s temporary
A Pope ain't much and the devil’s just a lie
In "Temporary," Eddie Murphy is calling on listeners to free their minds from the lies they've been told by society. He encourages them to open up their eyes and recognize that everything in life is only temporary, including themselves. He emphasizes this point by stating that even with clout and money, when the Reaper comes, we will all meet the same fate. Despite this, he highlights that God is everlasting and encourages listeners to see the bigger picture beyond themselves.
The lyrics speak to the fleeting nature of life and the importance of recognizing that our time on earth is limited. It suggests that we should focus on what's truly important and lasting, rather than temporary, like material possessions or societal status. Murphy urges listeners to live in the present moment and not to solely focus on the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey what ya gonna do?
What actions will you take?
After all the lies they told ya
Despite the multitude of falsehoods you were told
Damn near everything they told you
Most, if not all, of what you were told
Got to free your mind, open up your eyes
You must release your preconceptions and expand your perspective
Yea!
Expressing agreement or excitement
Ain’t no angels no shoulders
There are no divine beings to guide you
The Pope ain't much and the devil’s just a lie
Neither religious figures nor the concept of evil are truly significant
And even with your clout and money
Even with your influence and wealth
When the Reaper comes we will kiss your ass goodbye
Your mortality is inevitable, despite any other advantages
Yes we will
Affirming the previous statement
It’s temporary
All aspects of life are fleeting and impermanent
Everything is only temporary
Nothing lasts forever
But God (God)
The only true eternal entity
God is everlasting yeah!
A declaration of God's infinite nature
You and me are only temporary (Everlasting, yea)
Humans, like everything else, are transient, but God is eternal
It’s so much bigger than yourself
Life is far greater and more significant than any one individual
And you ain’t but a tiny tick of time
You are only a small part of the larger picture of existence
And those certificates for prestigious graduations
Even accolades received during your lifetime
On your wall
Displayed in your home
When your time is up
At the end of your life
Won't buy an ounce of time
Will not extend your life by any amount
Write your will
Prepare a legal document detailing how your possessions will be distributed after your death
So all your good connections
All your friends and acquaintances who might be beneficial
And all the bill collectors
Creditors attempting to collect payment from you
Said the Pope ain't much and the devil’s just a lie
Reiterating the insignificance of religious and spiritual concepts
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing
Written by: Eddie Murphy, Edward Regan Murphy
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Tamika Dunning
Great message and sound Eddie! Really good. Things can definitely change in a matter of seconds.
DWArgenti
Just discovered this. I can’t stop listening. Thank you Mr. Murphy. Your song has made my night better.
Lady Yankee Rebel
Wow....I had no idea Eddie was singing anything since party all the time....it makes total sense....
this song is hitting all my feels man. God is everlasting....no truer words!
Dangerous The Dreamcatcher
I am feeling the positive messages Eddie! Keep em coming sir!!!
VOODOO Chile
Now that's an uplifting song with a deep message......"we're temporary on this
Earth " prepare!!👍
Luis Rosario
Good song . Keep up the great work Eddie .
Garrett C
Beautiful song Eddie, thanks!
Echo³d EnerGee
So blessed to have grown up knowing who you were and now being able to show my own children your movies your music. Thankyou 🥰Love&Light xoxooz
Full Body Wisdom with Blanche Haley
I’m gonna cover this. I love it! Thank you Eddie!
googie
Great message. The most underrated entertainer in history.