God Bless The Child
Eydie Gormé Lyrics
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Them that's not shall lose
So the Bible said and it still is news
Mama may have, Papa may have
But God bless the child that's got his own
That's got his own
Yes, the strong gets more
Empty pockets don't ever make the grade
Mama may have, Papa may have
But God bless the child that's got his own
That's got his own
Money, you've got lots of friends
Crowding round the door
When you're gone, spending ends
They don't come no more
Rich relations give
Crust of bread and such
You can help yourself
But don't take too much
Mama may have, Papa may have
But God bless the child that's got his own
That's got his own
Mama may have, Papa may have
But God bless the child that's got his own
That's got his own
He just worry 'bout nothin'
Cause he's got his own
Yes he's got his own
The lyrics to Eydie Gormé's song "God bless the child" speak to the idea that those who have will always have more, and those who have little will continue to struggle. This is a timeless concept that resonates with many people, as it is often true that the wealthy tend to accumulate more wealth while the poor remain in poverty.
The lyrics also suggest that having one's own resources is the key to success and independence. Those who have something that is of value can stand on their own two feet and don't have to rely on the help of others. This is the message that is conveyed in the chorus of the song, where Gormé sings, "God bless the child that's got his own."
The lyrics also touch on the idea that people who are wealthy and have money tend to have more friends and are more popular. However, when the money runs out, so do the friends. This is another common observation about human nature that people can relate to. Overall, the song speaks to the importance of having resources and being self-reliant in order to achieve success in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Them that's got shall have
Those who already possess wealth and success will continue to acquire more
Them that's not shall lose
Those who lack wealth and success will continue to fall behind
So the Bible said and it still is news
This concept has been present for a long time and still holds true today
Mama may have, Papa may have
Even if a person's parents have wealth and success,
But God bless the child that's got his own
it is much more valuable for a person to possess their own wealth and success
Yes, the strong gets more
Those who are already successful will continue to acquire more success
While the weak ones fade
Those who are not successful will continue to fall behind and struggle
Empty pockets don't ever make the grade
Being poor or lacking wealth will never be considered successful or admirable
Money, you've got lots of friends
When a person has money, they will be surrounded by people who want to benefit from their wealth
Crowding round the door
These people will be constantly seeking access to the person's wealth
When you're gone, spending ends
Once a person is no longer wealthy or alive, the people who surrounded them will disappear
They don't come no more
These people will not continue to support or show loyalty without the promise of more wealth
Rich relations give, crust of bread and such
Wealthy family members may offer some support or basic needs, but it may not be substantial
You can help yourself, but don't take too much
A person can rely on themselves for success, but they should not be greedy
He just worry 'bout nothin'
A person who has their own wealth and success has nothing to worry about
Cause he's got his own
Because they possess their own wealth and success
Lyrics © CARLIN AMERICA INC
Written by: Arthur Herzog, Billie Holiday
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