It's All Over
Impressions Lyrics
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Say it's all right, it's all right
It's all right, have a good time
'Cause it's all right, whoa, it's all right
We're gonna move it slow
When lights are low
When you move it slow, it sounds like more
Now listen to the beat
Kinda pat your feet
You've got soul and everybody knows
That it's all right, whoa, it's all right
When you wake up early in the morning
Feelin' sad like so many of us do
Hum a little soul, make life your goal
And surely something's got to come to you
And say it's all right
Say it's all right
It's all right, have a good time
'Cause it's all right, whoa, it's all right
Now everybody clap your hands
Give yourself a chance
You got soul and everybody knows
That it's all right, whoa, it's all right
Someday I'll find me a woman
Who will love and treat me real nice
Then my woe's got to go
And my love, she will know
From morning, noon and night
And she's got to say it's alright
Say it's all right
It's all right, have a good time
'Cause it's all right, whoa, it's all right
Everybody clap your hands
Now give yourselves a chance
You've got soul
Impressions' “It’s All Right” is a song about optimism, resilience and enjoying life despite its ups and downs. The lyrics encourage listeners to enjoy themselves, dance slowly and let the beat move them. The song presents a positive message of hope, in that when life gets you down, you should hum a little soul and aim for something good to come your way. The chorus is a repetition of “It’s all right”, which serves to reinforce these messages of joy and resilience.
The verses describe different scenarios in which the characters are feeling down but find something to lift their mood. In the first verse, the singer encourages his listeners to move slowly when the lights are low, and the rhythm will feel more enjoyable. The second verse calls upon the listener to tap their feet, reminding them that they have soul and should use it to lift their spirits. The third verse is a call to action - if you wake up feeling sad, hum a little soul, make life your goal, and something good will come your way.
The song ends on an optimistic note, with the singer hoping to find a woman who will love and treat him well. He wants to be loved from morning till night and for her to reassure him that everything is all right. The uplifting message of this song has resonated with people for decades, making it a timeless classic.
Line by Line Meaning
Say it's all right, it's all right
Everything is going to be fine, don't worry
It's all right, have a good time
Enjoy yourself, don't think about anything else
We're gonna move it slow
Let's take it easy and enjoy the moment
When lights are low
When everything is calm and peaceful
When you move it slow, it sounds like more
If you take things slowly, you can appreciate them more
Now listen to the beat
Pay attention to the rhythm of the music
Kinda pat your feet
Let the music move you, even if it's just tapping your feet
You've got soul and everybody knows
Your passion and enthusiasm are evident to everyone
When you wake up early in the morning
Feelin' sad like so many of us do
Sometimes we wake up feeling down and blue
Hum a little soul, make life your goal
Sing a song or do something that makes you happy, make it your priority
And surely something's got to come to you
If you keep a positive attitude, good things will come your way
Now everybody clap your hands
Get involved and show your appreciation for the music
Give yourself a chance
Believe in yourself and try new things
Someday I'll find me a woman
Who will love and treat me real nice
I hope to find someone who will love and respect me
Then my woe's got to go
And my love, she will know
From morning, noon and night
When I find the right person, my worries will disappear and she'll know how much I love her at all times
You've got soul
You are passionate, enthusiastic and authentic
Say it's all right
Reaffirming that everything is going to be fine
It's all right, have a good time
Just relax and enjoy yourself
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Curtis L. Mayfield
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