New World
Nas (and MF Doom) Lyrics
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It's a new world, it's a new world
Uh, it's a new world, it's a new world
Yo, celebrate the new life
New ways to make money
New ways to break dummies
Forge they name and take money
Whatever man built could be taken apart
Anything new can get old
Like dudes started rockin' platinum, some stopped wearing gold
Solar-energized rides, no steering wheel, tell it how to drive
No propellers in the sky
Airplanes like many rockets
Waiting lists for the rich to get tickets to visit Mars
While the poor people starve, computers taking over they jobs
A man's forced to live off land
Now it's back to the caveman era
When we made fire, by two sticks rubbing together
The truth is, many are too scared of new data
America Online, cut off, see you later
[Chorus: x2]
Yo, welcome to the new world, new beginning
A new way to play, a new way a living
Cash is the past, a new way a spending
New life for man, children, and women
Yo, the new Mike Tyson's Roy Jones
Bill Clinton's the new JFK, without the hole in his dome
The new Don Trump is Bill Gates
Not because his occupation, it's 'cause we respect his cake
And cake mean his stock, net gross
Young kids step it up, go for the most
New cameras in police cars taking pictures
New hustlers getting new street figures
And US embassies overseas
Almost every foreign country's under siege
Covertly starting wars, CIA, NAVY Seals
Commit larcenies that be worth over mil's
Oil in the earth spills
Girls blow they body up, birth control pills
African's pick diamonds out a dark caves
Then we wear it on our necks just so we can light up the stage
[Chorus]
Say goodbye to the brainwashed
Say goodbye to the young kids who not smart
Say goodbye to the toasters and Pop-Tarts
Yo, it's real
Swallow a little pill, there's a four-course meal
Say hello to the one world
Say hello to the sky, something's out there watching you and I
More enticing than Star Trek, StarTec phones
Your genes and DNA is used to make clones
You got CD-Rom, everything operates by computers
Then what happens when circuit breaks
Y2K's the big scare
Scientists say we ain't prepared
What I feel is contrary
Alexander Graham Bell made telephones, yes
But now we request for your e-mail address
I might be old fashioned, stuck in my ways
But nothing make me more happier than seeing today
[Chorus]
The song "New World" by Nas and MF Doom is an exploration of how advancements in technology and society have created a new world with new opportunities and dangers. The repetition of "it's a new world" emphasizes that the world is constantly changing and evolving. The first verse speaks to the idea that new ways of making money and breaking the law have emerged alongside technological advancements. The line "computers ain't that smart, whatever man built could be taken apart" suggests that even the most advanced technologies are still subject to human manipulation.
The chorus emphasizes the idea that this new world is a new beginning, where old ways of living and spending money are being left behind. The second verse explores how individuals have become the "new" versions of famous people from the past. Bill Gates is the new Donald Trump because of his wealth and influence. The song also references political corruption and the influence of the CIA and Navy Seals on foreign countries. However, the song ends on a positive note with Nas expressing his happiness about seeing the world of today.
Line by Line Meaning
Uh, it's a new world, it's a new world,
The world is changing at a fast pace.
It's a new world, it's a new world
The changes are so vast and significant that it feels like a completely different world.
Yo, celebrate the new life
Embrace the change and celebrate the opportunities that come with it.
New ways to make money
The changes in technology and society bring new opportunities for people to earn money.
New ways to break dummies
Some people take advantage of the changes to trick and exploit others.
Forge they name and take money
Some people engage in identity theft and fraud to steal money from others.
Computers ain't that smart
Although computers are powerful, they are not intelligent enough to truly replace human decision-making.
Whatever man built could be taken apart
Anything that humans build can eventually be dismantled or replaced by something else.
Anything new can get old
Even the most innovative ideas and technologies can eventually become outdated.
Like dudes started rockin' platinum, some stopped wearing gold
Fashion trends change as new styles gain popularity and replace old ones.
Solar-energized rides, no steering wheel, tell it how to drive
New technologies like self-driving cars powered by solar energy are being developed.
No propellers in the sky
There are new types of aircraft that are not propelled by traditional means like propellers.
Airplanes like many rockets
Modern airplanes are more advanced and efficient than their predecessors.
Waiting lists for the rich to get tickets to visit Mars
There are plans to take people to Mars, but at present, only the wealthy can afford to go.
While the poor people starve, computers taking over they jobs
While job opportunities are changing, technology is not the sole cause of poverty or starvation.
A man's forced to live off land
People may need to rely on their land and the natural world to survive.
Now it's back to the caveman era
The pace of technological progress can sometimes seem daunting and even regressive.
When we made fire, by two sticks rubbing together
People once had to use simple methods to create fire without modern technology.
The truth is, many are too scared of new data
Some people are afraid of the changes that come with new information and technology.
America Online, cut off, see you later
Even once-popular technologies like America Online can become obsolete and are replaced by new ones.
[Chorus: x2]
The chorus emphasizes that these changes represent a new world.
Say goodbye to the brainwashed
People should reject the negative effects of brainwashing and embrace new, critical ideas.
Say goodbye to the young kids who not smart
Young people who are not educated cannot take full advantage of the new world.
Say goodbye to the toasters and Pop-Tarts
Old, outdated items are being replaced by new technologies and products.
Yo, it's real
The changes are significant and cannot be ignored or denied.
Swallow a little pill, there's a four-course meal
A small action can have a large reward in the new world.
Say hello to the one world
The new world represents a more connected, global society.
Say hello to the sky, something's out there watching you and I
There may be unknown, extraterrestrial life that we may one day encounter.
More enticing than Star Trek, StarTec phones
The opportunities and technologies in the new world are more exciting than science-fiction ideas from the past.
Your genes and DNA is used to make clones
Technology has advanced so much that people can create clones using genetic material.
You got CD-Rom, everything operates by computers
Computers and digital technologies are increasingly prevalent in everyday life.
Then what happens when circuit breaks
The reliability of technology can be fragile and susceptible to failure.
Y2K's the big scare
There were concerns that technology systems would malfunction at the turn of the millennium, but these fears did not come to pass.
Scientists say we ain't prepared
There are concerns that we may not be ready for the technological changes in the new world.
What I feel is contrary
The singer disagrees with the idea that we are unprepared for the changes in the new world.
Alexander Graham Bell made telephones, yes
The history of innovation and technological progress is long and varied.
But now we request for your e-mail address
New technologies and methods of communication have replaced older ones.
I might be old fashioned, stuck in my ways
The singer acknowledges that they may be resistant to the changes in the new world.
But nothing make me more happier than seeing today
Despite their concerns, the singer is ultimately optimistic about the changes happening in the world.
[Chorus]
The chorus again emphasizes that the world is changing and it is an opportunity for a new beginning.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group
Written by: NASIR JONES, DAVID PAICH, JEFFREY T. PORCARO, LESHAN LEWIS
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