Ranging far afield from their jazz roots into reggae, gospel/funk, bluegrass, classical choral, calypso, swing, and hymn tunes, Just 4 Kicks happily expands the parameters of a cappella vocal group singing, while retaining their love for spontaneous vocal improvisation and their signature collective sense of humor.
Superstition
Just 4 Kicks Lyrics
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Very superstitious, ladders bout' to fall
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Seven years of bad luck, the good things in your past
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer
Superstition ain't the way
Rid me of the problem, do all that you can
Keep me in a daydream, keep me goin' strong
You don't wanna save me, sad is my song
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer
Superstition ain't the way, yeh, yeh
Very superstitious, nothin' more to say
Very superstitious, the devil's on his way
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Seven years of bad luck, good things in your past
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer, superstition ain't the way, no, no, no
The lyrics to Just 4 Kicks's song "Superstition" reflect the negative impact that believing in superstitions can have on one's life. The song starts by emphasizing the dangers of being too superstitious and how these beliefs can lead to negative consequences. The "writing on the wall" and the "ladders bout' to fall" are examples of superstitious beliefs that often have no logical basis. The second verse goes on to say that one can wash their face and hands to try and rid themselves of the problem but ultimately, believing in things you don't understand will cause suffering.
The repetition of the lines about thirteen month old babies and broken looking glass alludes to the superstition that breaking a mirror will bring seven years of bad luck. The lyrics suggest that these beliefs are irrational and cause unnecessary fear and worry. The final verse of the song emphasizes this idea and warns that believing in superstitions will only invite negativity into one's life. The line "the devil's on his way" is a metaphor for the bad luck or negativity that may come from superstitious beliefs.
Overall, the song "Superstition" encourages listeners to be logical and rational in their beliefs, and not to give in to unfounded superstitions. The song sends the message that we should let go of superstitions and focus on reality to avoid unnecessary suffering.
Line by Line Meaning
Very superstitious, writing on the wall
Being overly concerned with and believing in superstitions, such as thinking that writing on a wall could bring bad luck.
Very superstitious, ladders bout' to fall
Feeling like something bad is about to happen, like a ladder falling down, due to superstitions.
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Believing that a thirteen-month-old baby breaking a mirror will bring seven years of bad luck.
Seven years of bad luck, the good things in your past
If you believe in superstitions, you might think that all the good things you have enjoyed in the past will soon turn, and you will have seven years of bad luck.
When you believe in things that you don't understand
If you believe in things without fully comprehending or questioning them, you are likely to suffer negative consequences.
Then you suffer
Believing in things without understanding them can lead to personal suffering.
Superstition ain't the way
Accepting and acting on superstitious beliefs is not the path to happiness or fulfillment.
Very superstitious, wash your face and hands
Ritualistically washing one's hands and face to get rid of negative energy or bad luck, which is believed in superstitions.
Rid me of the problem, do all that you can
Taking extreme measures, including completely changing one's routine, to prevent superstitions from having a negative impact.
Keep me in a daydream, keep me goin' strong
Distracting oneself from superstitious beliefs by indulging in daydreaming or other activities that help one stay positive and unaffected.
You don't wanna save me, sad is my song
Feeling dejected and helpless, as if no one can intervene and prevent the consequences of the bad luck brought about by belief in superstitions.
Very superstitious, nothin' more to say
Being so dependent on superstitions that no other actions or explanations seem relevant or useful.
Very superstitious, the devil's on his way
Believing that something evil or the devil is coming due to the strong presence of superstitions.
Thirteen-month-old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Reiterating the belief that a baby breaking a mirror can bring about seven years of bad luck.
Seven years of bad luck, good things in your past
Reiterating that belief in superstitions can lead people to think that their past successes are short-lived and will lead to seven years of bad luck.
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Reiterating that acting on superstitious beliefs without understanding or questioning them can have negative consequences.
Then you suffer, superstition ain't the way, no, no, no
Reiterating that while belief in superstitions may be common, it is not a productive or beneficial way to live one's life.
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Written by: Stevie Wonder
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