Three Little Birds
Marley Lyrics


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Don't worry about a thing
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright
Singing' don't worry about a thing
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright

Rise up this mornin'
Smiled with the risin' sun
Three little birds
Pitch by my doorstep
Singin' sweet songs
Of melodies pure and true
Saying, (this is my message to you)

Singing don't worry about a thing
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright
Singing don't worry (don't worry) about a thing
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright

Rise up this mornin'
Smiled with the risin' sun
Three little birds
Pitch by my doorstep
Singin' sweet songs
Of melodies pure and true
Saying, this is my message to you

Singing don't worry about a thing, worry about a thing, oh
Every little thing gonna be alright, don't worry
Singin' don't worry about a thing, I won't worry
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright

Singing don't worry about a thing
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright, I won't worry
Singing, don't worry about a thing
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright




Singing don't worry (worry) about a thing, oh no
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright

Overall Meaning

"Three Little Birds" is a song by Bob Marley, released on his album "Exodus" in 1977. It is one of Marley's most popular and well-known songs, and its simple, uplifting message has resonated with fans for decades. The song is about the power of positive thinking and the idea that no matter how bad things may seem, everything will work out in the end.


In the song, Marley tells the listener not to worry about a thing because every little thing is going to be alright. He recounts how he woke up one morning to the sound of three little birds singing outside his door, and how their sweet songs reminded him that he didn't need to worry about anything. The birds, with their pure and true melodies, became a symbol of hope and optimism for Marley, and he wanted to share that message with his listeners. He urges them to rise up with the rising sun and take comfort in the fact that everything will work out in the end.


"Three Little Birds" is a simple but powerful song that has stood the test of time. Its message of hope and optimism has resonated with people all over the world, and it continues to be a beloved anthem of positivity and faith. In a world that can often be dark and scary, the song reminds us that there is still good in the world and that we should focus on the things that bring us joy and hope.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't worry about a thing
You don't need to worry about anything


'Cause every little thing gonna be alright
Because everything will turn out fine


Singing' don't worry about a thing
I'm singing to remind you not to worry


Rise up this mornin'
I woke up early today


Smiled with the risin' sun
And I smiled as I saw the sun come up


Three little birds
Three birds that I saw


Pitch by my doorstep
Sitting on my doorstep


Singin' sweet songs
Singing beautiful melodies


Of melodies pure and true
Melodies that are genuine and sincere


Saying', (this is my message to you)
And this is the message they conveyed to me


Singin' don't worry (don't worry) about a thing
I'm still singing my message not to worry


Rise up this mornin'
I woke up again this morning


Singin' don't worry about a thing, I won't worry
I won't worry, and neither should you


Singin' don't worry (worry) about a thing, oh no
Don't start worrying now




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Bob Marley

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@la-petite-planete

Don't worry about a thing
Cause every little thing gonna be all right
Singing don't worry about a thing
Cause every little thing gonna be all right
Rise up this morning
Smiled with the rising sun
Three little birds
Pitch by my doorstep
Singing sweet songs
Of melodies pure and true
Saying
This is my message to you-ou-ou
Singing don't worry about a thing
Cause every little thing gonna be all right
Singing don't worry about a thing
Cause every little thing gonna be all right



@diamondintherough2113

Nonsense

We unlike the DISRESPECTFUL VIDEO that displays a #RASTAFARIAN MAN as a Pig in what is being claimed as the official video

Bob Marley wouldn’t eat, touch, or portray himself as a pig it’s VEHEMENTLY against that is good & Holy to the man & to Rastafarian’s the world over

Could only be done by a Whyte cultural appropriator because they DONT truly KNOW & RESPECT the CULTURE yet seek to claim OWNERSHIP and RIGHTS to it .. !!!

The CAU-CACITY of it all



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@brodyjames4126

My dog loves me singing Bob to him. Just hope Bob's community will enjoy knowing that.

@Afterimage909

Trust me, you definitely not the only one, so nothing to worry about lol continue in friend!

@akshaykakade8462

Who else wishes Bob Marley was still alive!

@adonijah948

Him still alive Bob lives on forever

@klantifashakur9894

I wish this video was never made. And Bob was alive

@nathansmart7150

Crazy he'd be 75

@akshaykakade8462

@@adonijah948 Bob lives in our hearts ☮️🇲🇱

@easyskankingdude

Bob Marley

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@patrickndychu

If you are listening in year 2024 you must be a LEGEND

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