I Feel Good
Jamiroquai James Brown and Gorillaz Lyrics


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Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, feel good
Sha, sha-ba-da, sha-ba-da-ca, feel good
Sha, sha-ba-da, sha-ba-da-ca, feel good
Sha, sha-ba-da, sha-ba-da-ca, feel good
Sha, sha-ba-da, sha-ba-da-ca, feel good
Sha, sha-ba-da, sha-ba-da-ca, feel good
Sha, sha-ba-da, sha-ba-da-ca, feel good
(Change) sha, sha (change) ba-da (change), sha-ba-da-ca, (change) feel good
(Change) sha, sha (change) ba-da (change), sha-ba-da-ca, (change) feel good

City's breaking down on a camel's back
They just have to go 'cause they don't know whack
So while you fill the streets, it's appealing to see
You won't get undercounted 'cause you're damned and free
You got a new horizon, it's ephemeral style
A melancholy town where we never smile
And all I wanna hear is the message beep
My dreams, they got her kissing, 'cause I don't get sleep, no

Windmill, windmill for the land
Turn forever hand in hand
Take it all in on your stride
It is ticking, falling down
Love forever, love is free
Let's turn forever you and me
Windmill, windmill for the land
Is everybody in?

Laughin' gas these hazmats, fast cats
Linin' 'em up like ass cracks
Play these ponies at the track
It's my chocolate attack
Shit, I'm steppin' in the heart of this here (yeah)
Care Bear rappin' in harder this year (yeah)
Watch me as I gravitate, ha-ha-ha-ha-ha!
Yo, we gon' ghost town this Motown
With yo' sound, you in the blink
Gon' bite the dust, can't fight with us
With yo' sound, you kill the Inc.
So don't stop, get it, get it (get it)
Until you're cheddar headed
And watch the way I navigate, ha-ha-ha-ha-ha (ha, ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha)

Sha, sha-ba-da, sha-ba-da-ca, feel good
Sha, sha-ba-da, sha-ba-da-ca, feel good
Sha, sha-ba-da, sha-ba-da-ca, feel good
Sha, sha-ba-da, sha-ba-da-ca, feel good

Windmill, windmill for the land
Turn forever hand in hand
Take it all in on your stride
It is ticking, falling down
Love forever, love is free
Let's turn forever you and me
Windmill, windmill for the land
Is everybody in?

Don't stop, get it, get it
Peep how your captain's in it (feel good)
Steady, watch me navigate, ha-ha-ha-ha-ha! (Feel good)
Don't stop, get it, get it
Peep how your captain's in it (feel good)
Steady, watch me navigate, ha-ha-ha-ha-ha! (Feel good)

Sha, sha-ba-da, sha-ba-da-ca, feel good
Sha, sha-ba-da, sha-ba-da-ca, feel good




Sha, sha-ba-da, sha-ba-da-ca, feel good
Sha, sha-ba-da, sha-ba-da-ca, feel good

Overall Meaning

The song โ€œFeel Good Inc.โ€ by Gorillaz was released as the second single from their album โ€œDemon Daysโ€ in 2005. The lyrics of the song convey a sense of hopelessness and rebellion against societal expectations. The chorus repeats the phrase โ€œsha, sha ba da, feel goodโ€ as a way to escape from the negativity of the world.


The opening lines are a reference to James Brownโ€™s classic song โ€œI Feel Good.โ€ The repetition of โ€œha-ha-ha-haโ€ and โ€œsha, sha ba daโ€ are allusions to James Brownโ€™s signature vocal improvisations. This is also portrayed in a cartoon music video with references to classic cartoons like Looney Tunes, showing the Gorillaz and the jamiroquai singer, Jay Kay, floating inside a tower of drums.


The verses talk about a world in chaos where people are forced to leave their city behind and walk the streets aimlessly. The new horizon represents something temporary and short-lived, and in that melancholic town, people never seem to smile. The lyrics hint at the message beep as a beacon of light, representing communication and connection with others in a world full of noise and confusion.


Overall, the song โ€œFeel Good Inc.โ€ is a critique of modern society's negative effects on human emotion, with the chorus being an escape from that sadness and a reminder to feel good.


Line by Line Meaning

Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, feel good
The song starts with a burst of laughter, signifying the release of all worries and the feeling of unbridled joy and happiness.


Sha, sha ba da, sha ba da, feel good
The use of gibberish sounds like sha ba da, repeated several times along with the feel good lyrics sets the tone for an upbeat and energetic song meant to uplift the mood of the listener.


City's breaking down on a camel's back
The crumbling state of affairs in the city is compared to the fragile back of a camel that is about to give in under the mounting pressure.


They just have to go 'cause they don't know whack
The people who are leaving the city are clueless about what is happening and feel like they have no other option but to leave.


So while you fill the streets, it's appealing to see
Despite the chaos on the streets, the sight of people coming together and filling the streets to face the situation is inspiring for the artist to witness.


You won't get undercounted 'cause you're damned and free
The people aren't concerned about adhering to the norms or the rules of the city but rather feel an unbridled sense of freedom, which is a form of consolation or approval even though they are considered to be damned or cursed.


You got a new horizon, it's ephemeral style
The new situation brings with it new possibilities and an opportunity to experience a different style of life, which may be short-lived and temporary.


A melancholy town where we never smile
The city is symbolic of a place that is home to sorrowful and depressed people, who can never bring themselves to smile.


And all I wanna hear is the message beep
The artist is in such a gloomy and despairing state that the only thing that can bring a semblance of happiness is the message beep that indicates a loved one has reached out.


My dreams, they got her kissing, 'cause I don't get sleep, no
The artist is sleep-deprived and longing for his lover's kiss, leaving him in a dreamy state of mind that torments him with his inability to sleep.


Windmill, windmill for the land
The metaphorical reference to the windmill, a symbol of hard work and industry, represents the effort required to turn the tides on the ongoing situation.


Turn forever hand in hand
The image of the windmill is coupled with the image of people holding hands, signifying the need for solidarity and unity to achieve progress.


Take it all in on your stride
The artist urges the listeners to face the challenges head-on without getting bogged down by the magnitude of the situation.


It is ticking, falling down
The clock is ticking, and the situation is becoming uncontrollable and falling apart; urging the need for quick intervention and action.


Love forever, love is free
The artist believes in the healing power of love, which lasts forever and is free for all to give and receive.


Let's turn forever you and me
The artist wishes to unite with his lover and strive for a better future hand in hand.


Is everybody in?
The artist calls out to all the people to join hands and work towards a better future, asking them if they are a part of the solution or the problem.


Laughin' gas these hazmats, fast cats
The lyrics contain wordplay referring to the gas required to make people laugh and the safety suits and gear donned to combat the situation, and the people who are quick to react and act.


Linin' 'em up like ass cracks
The use of colloquialism and imagery refers to the situation in the city where people are lining up like a bunch of cracks, attempting to navigate through the debris, and bringing a moment of lightheartedness amidst chaos.


Play these ponies at the track
The words are a euphemism likely referencing gambling and racing at the track, intended to convey the concept of taking a chance for a better future, and using creative and non-conventional means to succeed.


It's my chocolate attack
The metaphor of a chocolate attack, something sweet that has the potential to spice things up, adds a level of humor and excitement to the song, with the attack referring to the artist's unabashed confidence and audacity.


Shit, I'm steppin' in the heart of this here (yeah)
The artist glorifies his fearless attitude and willingness to step into the thick of the situation without trepidation.


Care Bear rappin' in harder this year (yeah)
The artist uses the imagery of the children's cartoon 'Care Bears' in a tongue-in-cheek way to describe themselves as spitting rhymes, with their lyrics being more emphatic and harder than ever.


Watch me as I gravitate, ha-ha-ha-ha-ha!
The artist is confident of their abilities and takes on the task at hand with a sense of humor and resilience.


Yo, we gon' ghost town this Motown
The use of the slang term ghost town refers to a place abandoned by the residents, while Motown is a reference to Detroit. The line conveys the idea of abandoning the old ways while embarking on a new journey towards progress.


With yo' sound, you in the blink
The artist urges the listener to use their style and creativity to stand out from the crowd.


Gon' bite the dust, can't fight with us
The artist is confident in their abilities to overcome the struggles, and anyone who opposes them will fail and finally give up.


With yo' sound, you kill the Inc.
The use of the word Inc. likely refers to incorporated businesses, and the lyrics' essence is an allusion to defeating larger corporations with their music's independent, original sound.


So don't stop, get it, get it (get it)
The artist urges the listener to work harder and strive towards their goals relentlessly.


Until you're cheddar head
The use of cheese as a metaphor for success indicates the artist's belief that they have to work until they become successful despite the challenges.


And watch the way I navigate, ha-ha-ha-ha-ha (ha, ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha)
The artist urges the listener to watch them as they navigate towards success with humor, resilience and determination.


Sha, sha ba da, sha ba da, feel good
Repeating the earlier lyrics and sounds of the song, the artist ends the song on a positive and optimistic note, attempting to uplift the listeners' mood and leave them feeling good.




Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Brian Burton, Damon Albarn, David Jolicoeur, Jamie Hewlett

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