Muhammad Walks
Lupe Fiasco Lyrics


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A'uzu Bilaahi Minashaitan nir Rajim
Bismillaahir Rahmaanir Rahim

(Allahu Akbar x4)

This is one's for all my brothers and sisters
Who died in Iraq, Israel, Afghanistan and right here in America (Jesus Walks)
Abraham Talked Muhammad Talked And Moses split the sea (Jesus Walk with me)
I ain't tryin to profit of the prophets so this one's for free

G's up along with Muhammad and Jesus In the Quran they call him Isa
Don't think Osama and sadaam are is our leada
We pray for peace, but the drama intrigues us All,
So we fall for the illusions of the beast
So instead of tryin to teach we show our teeth
Saying God, different beliefs Hijabs, Sunday clothes, yarlmucha, kufi, same mission beneath
We all tryin to get to where the sufferin ends
In front of the Most High bein judged for our sins
Can't front for the Most High, so the struggle
Continues You, every bee, bird and tree, me, her and me
We virtually on the same boat With the same goats, on the same sea
Tryin to stay afloat, and put the devil in the yolk
With a couple of God's quotes (CHORUS)

Abraham Talked Muhammad Talked And Moses split the sea (Jesus Walk with me)
I ain't tryin to profit of the prophets so this one's for free

And to the sisters and the mothers of ours
Who cover theyselves cause they're lovers of God The Creator of the worlds,
Sculptor of the stars, During Hajj we walk, through Ramadaan we starve
Though you not eatin, there's a feedin of the mind
A defeatin of the demons, a seein' of the signs
A leanin on the lines from the surahs Getting purer,
God deemed it unclean (There's no eatin of the swine)
Nor drinkin' of the wine We all bend to his whim, so I send out greetings to my kind
I'm Cordial to Mr Norfull, Mrs. Adam you're the theme song when I'm battling*
Creb flow, player whats happenin I can hear the truth in your rappins'
(No) Sex before you marry No grudges You should be carry
No lyin Not supposed to be gamblin'

Abraham Talked Muhammad Talked And Moses split the sea (Jesus Walk with me)
I ain't tryin to profit of the prophets so this one's for free

(I know it sounds familiar) We all the same man It's all a game
The devil hate each and every one of us exactly the same
(I wanna walk like Jesus, talk like Jesus)

You know (uh) And To my Akh's tryin to stay on their deen
It gets mean especially when u stay on the scene
And at the same time, try to stay out of trouble
But don't forget the blessing's in the struggle
The Most Forgiving will forgive it if you stay repentant
And hustle You gotta stay on your salats, your zakats, your Quran
To my homies and miskeen Astagfurallah, Allah forgive us all
For we all are sinners Bless us to be among the winners
When it ends But until then please strengthen the mission within our hearts
All praise is due to God (Amen)

Tellin it how it was taught to me
I ain't tryin to sell it can be brought for free
This is how it is Now how it ought to be
Muhammad talk to me Jesus walk with me I hope….

Abraham Talked Muhammad Talked And Moses split the sea (Jesus Walk with me)
I ain't tryin to profit of the prophets so this one's for free




Abraham Talked Muhammad Talked And Moses split the sea (Jesus Walk with me)
I ain't tryin to profit of the prophets so this one's for free

Overall Meaning

"Muhammad Walks" by Lupe Fiasco is a powerful song that touches on the shared beliefs of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. The opening lines are a common Islamic prayer that seeks protection from the devil. Lupe Fiasco explicitly mentions the wars in Iraq, Israel, and Afghanistan, as well as incidents of violence on American soil. He includes the phrase "Jesus Walks" as a reference to Kanye West's song of the same name, which explores West's relationship with God. By including this, Fiasco emphasizes the shared spiritual journey of people of different faiths.


The lyrics mention Abraham, Moses, and Muhammad, three of the most important prophets in Islam. Moses is credited with splitting the sea in the Bible, and all three prophets are known for their miracles. However, Fiasco makes it clear that he is not trying to profit off of these prophets, indicating that his message is not one of commercial gain but rather of religious solidarity.


Fiasco acknowledges that there are divisions and conflicts within and between the different faiths, but emphasizes that at their core, these religions share the same mission of seeking peace, ending suffering, and serving God. A significant part of the song is directed towards the women who cover themselves as an expression of their love for God, and he emphasizes that their actions are just as valid a way of seeking spiritual fulfillment as any other.


Overall, "Muhammad Walks" is a plea for unity and understanding among people of different faiths, and for a focus on the shared values and beliefs that bring us together. It seeks to put aside political differences and violent conflicts in favor of a more spiritual, peaceful approach to life.


Line by Line Meaning

(Allahu Akbar x4)
The song starts with a common Islamic phrase meaning 'God is great' repeated four times.


This is one's for all my brothers and sisters Who died in Iraq, Israel, Afghanistan and right here in America (Jesus Walks)
The song is dedicated to all those who lost their lives in various parts of the world, showing that it affects everyone regardless of location or religion, and referencing Kanye West's song 'Jesus Walks.'


Abraham Talked Muhammad Talked And Moses split the sea (Jesus Walk with me) I ain't tryin to profit of the prophets so this one's for free
The rapper acknowledges the teachings and feats of various prophets from different religions without trying to monetize their messages, highlighting that this song is given freely.


G's up along with Muhammad and Jesus In the Quran they call him Isa Don't think Osama and sadaam are is our leada We pray for peace, but the drama intrigues us All, So we fall for the illusions of the beast So instead of tryin to teach we show our teeth Saying God, different beliefs Hijabs, Sunday clothes, yarlmucha, kufi, same mission beneath We all tryin to get to where the sufferin ends In front of the Most High bein judged for our sins Can't front for the Most High, so the struggle Continues You, every bee, bird and tree, me, her and me We virtually on the same boat With the same goats, on the same sea Tryin to stay afloat, and put the devil in the yolk With a couple of God's quotes (CHORUS)
Lupe expresses his view of humanity's shared purpose in worshiping God and striving for peace amidst conflicts, using religious clothing to symbolize diversity. He acknowledges that everyone occupies the same position in society and fights the same evil temptations with God's words.


And to the sisters and the mothers of ours Who cover theyselves cause they're lovers of God The Creator of the worlds, Sculptor of the stars, During Hajj we walk, through Ramadaan we starve Though you not eatin, there's a feedin of the mind A defeatin of the demons, a seein' of the signs A leanin on the lines from the surahs Getting purer, God deemed it unclean (There's no eatin of the swine) Nor drinkin' of the wine We all bend to his whim, so I send out greetings to my kind I'm Cordial to Mr Norfull, Mrs. Adam you're the theme song when I'm battling* Creb flow, player whats happenin I can hear the truth in your rappins' (No) Sex before you marry No grudges You should be carry No lyin Not supposed to be gamblin'
The rapper pays homage to mothers and sisters who choose to wear head coverings as a sign of respect and devotion to God. He highlights the spiritual significance of fasting during Ramadan, and abstaining from prohibited substances, focusing on inner reflection and purity. He also mentions the importance of living an honest and ethical life and avoiding vices like gambling, as he greets like-minded individuals in the hip-hop industry.


(I know it sounds familiar) We all the same man It's all a game The devil hate each and every one of us exactly the same (I wanna walk like Jesus, talk like Jesus)
Lupe points out the mutual humanity between people despite religions and acknowledges the corrupted sides of society. He also expresses his desire to emulate Jesus' teachings and values.


You know (uh) And To my Akh's tryin to stay on their deen It gets mean especially when u stay on the scene And at the same time, try to stay out of trouble But don't forget the blessing's in the struggle The Most Forgiving will forgive it if you stay repentant And hustle You gotta stay on your salats, your zakats, your Quran To my homies and miskeen Astagfurallah, Allah forgive us all For we all are sinners Bless us to be among the winners When it ends But until then please strengthen the mission within our hearts All praise is due to God (Amen)
Lupe acknowledges the challenges in staying strict with one's faith amidst distractions and the importance of staying on track while asking for forgiveness from God. He encourages Muslims to remain steadfast in prayer, charity, and studying the holy book, while also asking Allah for forgiveness and hoping to be successful in the afterlife.


Tellin it how it was taught to me I ain't tryin to sell it can be brought for free This is how it is Now how it ought to be Muhammad talk to me Jesus walk with me I hope…. Abraham Talked Muhammad Talked And Moses split the sea (Jesus Walk with me) I ain't tryin to profit of the prophets so this one's for free Abraham Talked Muhammad Talked And Moses split the sea (Jesus Walk with me) I ain't tryin to profit of the prophets so this one's for free
Lupe emphasizes the importance of relaying the teachings passed down to him without trying to monetize them, presenting them in their true form rather than bending them to personal wants or needs. He commemorates the stories of Abraham, Muhammad, and Moses as he continues to inspire and educate freely.




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Comments from YouTube:

Ismail James

this keeps me going throughout the fasting month as a motivational song. Reverted to Islam 3 years ago Alhamdulillah but I still find fasting hella difficult. Props to Lupe!

BijîKurdistan

I'm 33 been muslim since a teenage and I just came back

773 ohh

FACTS

Omi Wan

Ramadan Kareem brothers!

Rick Adair

Lol me to inshallah we do it tho

forgetfulfunctor1

@ALFfan1 na'am, wa ana akhi (lol that's like the limit of my non-religious arabic knowledge...idk if I put the words in the correct order still)

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thetrickster2590

wow.....this is just.....i cant believe he had the guts to put up a video about religion. i am just speechless. you are awesome Lupe

CIA

This is lupe dawgs....he called the president (obama) a terrorist

Elyas Giryan Hotaki

Ameen Brother

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starwarskid01

I'm not Muslim, but this song is true and great. Lupe, you deserve a lot more credit.

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