Human Nature
Michael Jackson猀 Lyrics
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Across the nighttime
The city winks a sleepless eye
Hear her voice
Shake my window
Sweet seducing sighs
Get me out
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
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)
@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 .⚘🙏
@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