Human Nature
Michael Jackson猀 Lyrics


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Looking out
Across the nighttime
The city winks a sleepless eye
Hear her voice
Shake my window
Sweet seducing sighs

Get me out
Into the nighttime
Four walls won't hold me tonight
If this town
Is just an apple
Then let me take a bite

If they say,
Why, why, tell 'em that it's human nature
Why, why, does he do it that way
If they say,
Why, why, tell 'em that it's human nature
Why, why does he do me that way

Reaching out
To touch a stranger
Electric eyes are everywhere
See that girl
She knows I'm watching
She likes the way I stare

If they say,
Why, why, tell 'em that it's human nature
Why, why, does he do me that way
If they say,
Why, why, tell 'em that it's human nature
Why, why does he do me that way

I like livin' this way
I like lovin' this way

(That way) Why why
(That way) Why why

Looking out
Across the morning
Where the city's heart begins to beat
Reaching out
I touch her shoulder
I'm dreaming of the street

If they say,
Why, why, tell 'em that it's human nature
Why, why, does he do me that way
If they say,
Why, why, ooo tell 'em
Why, why does he do me that way
If they say why, why, cha cha cha cha cha cha
Why does he do me that way
If they say why, why, why, ooo tell 'em
Why does he do me that way
If they say why, ooo tell 'em
Why does he do me that way
If they say why, da da da da da da da da




Why does he do my that way, I like living this way
Why, oh why, why, why

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Michael Jackson's song "Human Nature" are a reflection on the human condition, specifically the desire to connect with others and the inherent flaws that come with being human. The song opens with the singer looking out into the nighttime and observing the restlessness of the city. As he listens to the sweet seductive sighs of a female voice, he feels compelled to break free from his confines and experience the excitement of the world outside.


As the song continues, Jackson sings about the way that people are drawn to one another, despite the risks involved. He notes the electric eyes of strangers and the way that women like the way he stares at them. The chorus repeats the phrase "Why, why, tell 'em that it's human nature," suggesting that these impulses are a natural part of the human experience, even if they can be confusing and frustrating.


Towards the end of the song, the singer is dreaming of the street, longing to be a part of the world outside once more. The repetition of the final lines of the chorus - "Why does he do me that way" - suggest that despite the risks, the desire for connection and affection is ultimately stronger than the desire to remain safe and uninvolved.


Overall, "Human Nature" is a song that celebrates the complexities of human relationships, even as it acknowledges the difficulties that come with them. It speaks to the universal desire to be seen, heard, and loved, even if it means taking risks and potentially getting hurt.


Line by Line Meaning

Looking out
Observing surroundings


Across the nighttime
In the dark of night


The city winks a sleepless eye
The city is awake


Hear her voice
Listen to a seductive tone


Shake my window
Strong effect on senses


Sweet seducing sighs
Intense emotional longing


Get me out
Need for escape


Into the nighttime
Desire for adventure at night


Four walls won't hold me tonight
Craving for freedom


If this town
Within this city


Is just an apple
If it's something tempting


Then let me take a bite
I want to experience it


If they say,
When people question


Why, why, tell 'em that it's human nature
It's natural to behave this way


Why, why, does he do it that way
Questioning behavior


Reaching out
Trying to connect with others


To touch a stranger
Desire for intimacy with someone unknown


Electric eyes are everywhere
Sensory overload


See that girl
Noticing a woman


She knows I'm watching
She's aware of the attention


She likes the way I stare
She's attracted to the attention


I like livin' this way
Enjoying current lifestyle


I like lovin' this way
Enjoying current love life


(That way) Why why
Questioning behavior


(That way) Why why
Questioning behavior


Looking out
Observing surroundings


Across the morning
In the early hours of the day


Where the city's heart begins to beat
Where the city comes to life


I touch her shoulder
Physical contact with a person


I'm dreaming of the street
Longing for exploration


ooo tell 'em
Expressing frustration


cha cha cha cha cha cha
Emphasizing the question


da da da da da da da da
Further emphasis on the question


Why does he do my that way
Questioning behavior


Why, oh why, why, why
Intense questioning




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: STEVE PORCARO, JOHN BETTIS

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Lyrics
Looking out
Across the nighttime
The city winks a sleepless eye
Hear her voice
Shake my window
Sweet seducing sighs
Get me out
Into the nighttime
Four walls won't hold me tonight
If this town
Is just an apple
Then let me take a bite
If they say
Why (why?), why (why?)
Tell 'em that it's human nature
Why (why?), why (why?)
Does he do me that way?
If they say
Why (why?), why (why?)
Tell 'em that it's human nature
Why (why?), why (why?)
Does he do me that way?
Reaching out
To touch a stranger
Electric eyes are everywhere
See that girl
She knows I'm watching
She likes the way I stare
If they say
Why (why?), why (why?)
Tell 'em that it's human nature
Why (why?), why (why?)
Does he do me that way?
If they say
Why (why?), why (why?)
Tell 'em that it's human nature
Why (why?), why (why?)
Does he do me that way?
I like livin' this way
I like lovin' this way
Why? Ho why?
(That way) Why? Ho why?
Looking out
Across the morning
Where the city's heart begins to beat
Reaching out
I touch her shoulder
I'm dreaming of the street
If they say
Why (why?), why (why?)
Tell 'em that it's human nature
Why (why?), why (why?)
Does he do me that way?
If they say
Why (why?), why (why?) (She's keeping him by, keeping him around)
Hoo tell 'em
Why (why?), why (why?)
Does he do me that way?
If they say
Why (why?), why (why?)
Cha, da, cha, sha, sha, sha, sha, sha (aah-ah)
Why (why?), why (why?)
Does he do me that way?
If they say
Why (why?), why (why?) (She's keeping him by, keeping him around)
Hoo tell 'em
Why (why?), why (why?)
Does he do me that way?
If they say
Why (why?), why (why?)
Hoo tell 'em
Why (why?), why (why?)
Does he do me that way
If they say why
Why (why?), why (why?) (She's keeping him by, keeping him around)
Da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da
Why (why?), why (why?)
Does he do my that way?
I like living this way
Why? Oh, why? (that way)
Why? Oh, why? (that way)
Why? Oh, why? (that way)



All comments from YouTube:

@sheisking97

This isn't a song.

This is a spiritual experience.

@plathplath

Leonisa King, accurate. What about this improvisation on "Human Nature". I think it's marvelous. It is a humble tribute to the King of Pop. Have a marvelous day filled with tones of joy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oxjjPcjibo&list=RD3oxjjPcjibo&start_radio=1

@melissawomack7930

I couldn’t agree more ✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾

@Bratzbunnyboo1

Absolutely❤️

@markdsouza9216

Leonsia, you said it! It just makes me surrender.

@claertonarcoverde7053

Leonisa King ! Agree with you .⚘🙏

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@Neillan

One of the most beautiful songs ever made.

@Bella-qj3ji

I like baby be mine better but this is my 2nd lol

@kevindoyle3614

Thank Steve Porcaro of Toto he composed it

@raechelleervin2920

Yes it actually is

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