Umoja
Jahari Unit Massamba Lyrics
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Every life this day
A single fraction of a-maze-ing
Dreams I'd like to tell you
In songs of paradise
Well the earth you knows right here
But the oil's running dry
At the same time
Come heal the wounds
When there's no more water left
And no more air in our breath
What will this earth be worth?
Do you want war or peace?
Blood for oil greed
Won't feed, won't free the hunger of our need
So I light my candles pray
That this world can still be saved
That It's not to late for peace be
Laugh cry
At the same time
Come heal the wounds
When there's no more water left
And no more air in our breath
What will this earth be worth?
Do you want war or peace?
Blood for oil greed
Won't feed, won't free the hunger of our need
Come heal the wounds
Mom's sacred womb
These candles light the night like the sun of June
Come heal the wounds we all be here soon
When there's no more water left
And no more air in our breath
What will this earth be worth?
Do you want war or peace?
Blood for oil greed
Won't feed, won't the hunger our need
We unite come heal the wounds we unite in our own light
In Jahari Unit Massamba's song "Umoja", the lyrics express concern for the state of the earth and the human race. The first verse opens with the line "twelve shades of grey" which may be interpreted as the different degrees of severity that the earth and humanity faces. Despite these challenges, the lyrics express a desire for hope and unity. The words "A single fraction of a-maze-ing dreams I'd like to tell you" convey the idea that each person holds a unique vision for the world, but these visions are interconnected. The following line "In songs of paradise" suggests that despite the imperfections of the world, there is beauty and harmony to be found. However, the chorus implies that these positive aspects of humanity and the planet are fragile, with the lines "When there's no more water left, and no more air in our breath, what will this earth be worth?"
The second verse urges listeners to choose peace over war or greed, asking "Do you want war or peace? Blood for oil greed won't feed, won't free the hunger of our need." The lyrics highlight the consequences of human actions for the planet, with the line "But the oil's running dry" suggesting that humanity has not been responsible in managing the earth's resources. However, the song ends with a glimmer of hope, as the lyrics call for unity in healing the wounds of the earth and humanity, and for each person to light a candle and pray for peace.
Overall, "Umoja" speaks to the need for unity, peace, and responsibility in protecting the earth and humanity. It is a reflection on the current state of the world and an appeal for positive change.
Line by Line Meaning
Twelve shades of grey
The world is not black and white, there are many nuances and complexities to every situation.
Every life this day
Every person is important and their life is valuable, regardless of who they are or where they come from.
A single fraction of a-maze-ing
Each person is unique and has something special to offer the world.
Dreams I'd like to tell you
There are hopes and aspirations that Jahari Unit Massamba wants to share with the world.
In songs of paradise
These hopes and aspirations inspire beautiful music and art that can bring joy and peace to people.
Well the earth you knows right here
We all live on this same planet, and we need to take care of it together.
But the oil's running dry
We are running out of finite resources, and need to find more sustainable ways to live.
So we'll laugh cry
We need to find the balance between enjoying life and acknowledging its challenges and difficulties.
At the same time
We need to be able to handle different emotions and experiences simultaneously.
Come heal the wounds
We need to work towards resolving conflicts and healing the pain that exists in the world.
When there's no more water left
The world's resources are finite, and we need to take care of them before it's too late.
And no more air in our breath
We need to take care of the environment and prevent air pollution, to ensure we have clean air to breathe.
What will this earth be worth?
If we don't take care of the planet, what will be left for future generations?
Do you want war or peace?
We need to make a choice between conflict and cooperation, and work towards a peaceful world.
Blood for oil greed
Wars are often fought over resources like oil, and this greed causes more harm than good.
Won't feed, won't free the hunger of our need
Fighting over resources won't solve the underlying issues and needs of people around the world.
So I light my candles pray
Jahari Unit Massamba hopes for a better world and offers a prayer for this to come true.
That this world can still be saved
Despite the challenges we face, it is still possible for us to make positive changes and improvements.
That It's not too late for peace be
There is still time for us to work towards peace and make the world a better place for everyone.
Mom's sacred womb
The earth is like a mother to us, and we need to protect and care for it like we would our own mother.
These candles light the night like the sun of June
Even in the darkness and challenges of the world, there is hope and light that can guide us.
We unite come heal the wounds we unite in our own light
We need to come together as a united force to work towards healing the wounds of the world and creating a brighter future.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PHILIP ADAM TAYLOR, CARL MICHAEL MESSINA, JACOB MATTHEW STUTEVOSS, WILLIAM MATTHEW HERSHEY, MICHAEL FLYNN
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