Coming In From The Cold
Marley Lyrics
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In this, oh sweet life
We're (we're coming in from the cold)
We're coming in, we're coming in (coming in)
We're coming in, we're coming in (coming in)
We're coming in, we're coming in (coming in)
We're coming in, we're coming in (coming in)
We're coming in from the cold
It's you, it's you, it's you I'm talkin' to
Well, you (it's you) you (it's you), you I'm talking to now
Why do you look so sad and forsaken
When one door is closed, don't you know another is open
Would you let the system make you kill your brotherman?
No, no, no, no, no, no, no, dread, no
Would you make the system make you kill your brotherman?
(No, dread, no)
Would you make the system get on top of your head again?
(No, dread, no!)
Well, the biggest man you ever did see was was just a baby
In this life (in this life)
In this (in this life, oh sweet life)
Coming in from the cold
We're coming in, we're coming (coming in), coming in-a (coming in)
Coming in (coming in), ooh (coming in)
Coming in from the cold
It's life (it's life), it's life (it's life), it's life (it's life)
It's wa well, coming in from the cold
We're coming in (coming in), coming in (coming in)
Ooh (coming in), hey (coming in)
Coming in from the cold
It's you, you, you I'm talking
Well, yes, you, bilyabong (it's you)
Ew, you I'm talking to now
Well, why do you look so, look so, look so sad
Look so sad and forsaken?
Don't you know, when one door is closed, when one door is closed
Many more is open?
Well, would you let the system get on top of your head again?
No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, dread, no
Would you let the system make you kill your brotherman?
No, dread, no
Well, would you make the system get on top of your head again?
(No, dread, no) no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no
Well, the biggest, biggest man you ever, ever
Did-a see was-a was-a once a baby
In this life, in this life, in this life
In this, oh, sweet life
We're (coming in from the cold) from the cold
We're coming in, we're coming in (coming in), coming in (coming in)
Coming in (coming in), wooh, yeah
Coming in from the cold
We're coming in-a, coming in-a, coming in-a, coming in-a
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Coming in from the cold
Coming in (coming in), coming in (coming in)
(Coming in) (coming in)
(Coming in) from the from the cold
The song "Coming in from the Cold" by Bob Marley and the Wailers reflects on the struggles faced by people in life and the need for perseverance in order to overcome such challenges. The lyrics convey the message that no matter how hard life may seem, one can always find a way to open a new door and come in from the cold. The first stanza repeats the phrase "in this life" to emphasize the idea that we are all in this together, and the sweet life is there for us all to seize.
The second stanza addresses the listener directly, asking why they look sad and forsaken. It reminds them that even when one door closes, another one opens. The third stanza asks poignant questions about whether the listener would succumb to the pressures of the system and harm others or let the system control them. The answer resounds, "No, dread, no!" The final stanza repeats the message of the first stanza, signalling the conclusion of the song's central idea.
In essence, Marley's song also advocates for societal change and unity. It supports the idea that people should come together to fight for their freedom and equality, and treat each other with respect and fairness. Through Marley's music, his message of hope and resistance speaks to people today as much as it did to his contemporaries.
Line by Line Meaning
In this life, in this life, in this life
Oh sweet life, we are living in it right now
We're (we're coming in from the cold)
We are finally moving into a safe, warm place after struggling in the cold
We're coming in, we're coming in (coming in)
We're getting closer and closer to our destination
It's you, it's you, it's you I'm talkin' to
I'm addressing you specifically
Why do you look so sad and forsaken
You seem unhappy and abandoned
When one door is closed, don't you know another is open
When one opportunity ends, another begins
Would you let the system make you kill your brotherman?
Will you allow the oppressive system to force you to harm someone of your own kin?
No, no, no, no, no, no, no, dread, no
Absolutely not, my friend
Well, the biggest man you ever did see was was just a baby
Even the most powerful person was once small and vulnerable
It's life (it's life), it's life (it's life), it's life (it's life)
This is what life is
Coming in from the cold
Finally escaping the harsh and difficult circumstances
It's you, you, you I'm talking
I'm speaking directly to you
Many more is open?
There are countless opportunities that await
We're coming in-a, coming in-a, coming in-a, coming in-a
We're almost there
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
We're excited and eager to reach our destination
(Coming in) (coming in)
We're almost there
(Coming in) from the from the cold
Finally escaping the harsh and difficult circumstances of our past
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BOB MARLEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@houseofkaine
In this life, in this life, in this life
In this, oh sweet life
We're (we're coming in from the cold)
We're coming in, we're coming in (coming in)
We're coming in, we're coming in (coming in)
We're coming in, we're coming in (coming in)
We're coming in, we're coming in (coming in)
We're coming in from the cold
It's you, it's you, it's you I'm talkin' to
Well, you (it's you) you (it's you), you I'm talking to now
Why do you look so sad and forsaken
When one door is closed, don't you know another is open
Would you let the system make you kill your brotherman?
No, no, no, no, no, no, no, dread, no
Would you make the system make you kill your brotherman?
(No, dread, no)
Would you make the system get on top of your head again?
(No, dread, no!)
Well, the biggest man you ever did see was was just a baby
In this life (in this life)
In this (in this life, oh sweet life)
Coming in from the cold
We're coming in, we're coming (coming in), coming in-a (coming in)
Coming in (coming in), ooh (coming in)
Coming in from the cold
It's life (it's life), it's life (it's life), it's life (it's life)
It's wa well, coming in from the cold
We're coming in (coming in), coming in (coming in)
Ooh (coming in), hey (coming in)
Coming in from the cold
It's you, you, you I'm talking
Well, yes, you, bilyabong (it's you)
Ew, you I'm talking to now
Well, why do you look so, look so, look so sad
Look so sad and forsaken?
Don't you know, when one door is closed, when one door is closed
Many more is open?
Well, would you let the system get on top of your head again?
No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, dread, no
Would you let the system make you kill your brotherman?
No, dread, no
Well, would you make the system get on top of your head again?
(No, dread, no) no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no
Well, the biggest, biggest man you ever, ever
Did-a see was-a was-a once a baby
In this life, in this life, in this life
In this, oh, sweet life
We're (coming in from the cold) from the cold
We're coming in, we're coming in (coming in), coming in (coming in)
Coming in (coming in), wooh, yeah
Coming in from the cold
We're coming in-a, coming in-a, coming in-a, coming in-a
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Coming in from the cold
Coming in (coming in), coming in (coming in)
(Coming in) (coming in)
(Coming in) from the from the cold
@zoomdioryteddy2572
I'm from Haïti so there's no words to describe how helpful is this song to me
@roxie0405
We island people feel that in a different way.
Blessings from mauritius island
@jepthawilliams8413
Blessed love from Jamaica.We r 1.
@yverickdast1765
Blessings from reunion island
@evkoolman259
Yes
@paulfandre4958
Take care
@arielfig5193
I was homeless and used this song to motivate myself everyday. Thank you Bob Marley 🙏
@santhiyab4054
Keep it up straight love
@Lisahickerson
Ho Brah-Breakfast with Bob every Sunday sitting in the dirt and looking for a home too!!!! Hope you found a home-kekahi 'i kekahi, aloha nui loa, lisah.
@mariahernandez2452
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