Suffering
KanakaMon Lyrics
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We're suffering
They talk about a change but we see no changing
We're suffering
We're suffering
We're suffering
We're suffering
They talk a false words that nuff mon are proclaiming
We're suffering
Now tell me Mr. Man what's your plan
Cuz your action speaks so much intention whoa gosh
Well the people dem know, see consciousness grows
No matter which way you choose to go
Time will take toll, like guilt upon your soul
Then they'll finally know that we are
Suffering
We're suffering
They talk about a change but we see no changing
We're suffering
We're suffering
We're suffering
We're suffering
No no no no
We're suffering
We're suffering
Yaaaa
You say you are doing all you can whoa gosh
And worst is our lives is in your hands oh no
Now unemployment is on the rise, pay cut's that ruin lives
See tell me now what you trying to hide
We struggle to get by, surviving on the wide
In a society full of lies
Tells me who's responsible
(Tell me who)
Tells me who's responsible
(Tell me who)
Tells me who's responsible lawd
Whoa gosh, we tired of
We're suffering
We're suffering
Dem talk about a change but we see no changing
We're suffering
We're suffering
Whoa ohh ohhh yaaa
We're suffering
We're suffering
We're striving for the better but we are tired of struggling yo
We're suffering
We're suffering
The lyrics of KanakaMon's song "Suffering" discuss the struggles and hardships that people face on a daily basis, despite empty promises of change from those in power. The repetition of "We're suffering" emphasizes the pain and frustration that the singer and their community feel. The lyrics express a sense of disillusionment with those in positions of authority, questioning their actions and intentions. The line "Time will take toll, like guilt upon your soul" suggests a sense of justice and accountability that the singer hopes will eventually come to those who have let them down.
Overall, the song conveys a message of perseverance and hope in the face of hardship. The singer acknowledges the struggles they face, but also emphasizes their resilience and determination to strive for a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
We're suffering
The people are struggling and experiencing great pain and difficulty.
They talk about a change but we see no changing
Despite promises of improvements, nothing has actually been done to alleviate the suffering.
They talk a false words that nuff mon are proclaiming
Many people are speaking lies and making false promises.
Now tell me Mr. Man what's your plan
Asking the person in charge what their intentions and plans are to address the suffering.
Cuz your action speaks so much intention whoa gosh
One's actions reveal their true intentions.
Well the people dem know, see consciousness grows
The people are becoming more aware and enlightened.
No matter which way you choose to go
Regardless of the path taken, there will be consequences to face.
Time will take toll, like guilt upon your soul
Over time, the weight of guilt and responsibility will become apparent.
Then they'll finally know that we are
Eventually, the truth about the suffering and those responsible will be revealed.
Now unemployment is on the rise, pay cut's that ruin lives
The increasing unemployment and reduction in income are causing great harm to people's lives.
See tell me now what you trying to hide
Asking those in power to reveal what they are hiding or not disclosing.
We struggle to get by, surviving on the wide
The people are barely getting by and surviving on their own.
In a society full of lies
The society is filled with deception and falsehoods.
Tells me who's responsible
Asking who is responsible for the suffering.
Whoa gosh, we tired of
Expressing exhaustion and frustration with the situation.
We're striving for the better but we are tired of struggling yo
The people are trying to improve their situation, but they are exhausted from the constant struggle.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Kapono Zoller
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