It's Like That
RUN–DMC Lyrics


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Unemployment at a record high
People coming, people going, people born to die
Don't ask me, because I don't know why
But it's like that, and that's the way it is

People in the world try to make ends meet
You try to ride car, train, bus, or feet
I said you got to work hard to want to compete
It's like that, and that's the way it is
Huh!

Money is the key to end all your woes
Your ups, your downs, your highs and your lows
Won't you tell me last time that love bought you clothes?
It's like that, and that's the way it is

Bills fly higher every day
We receive much lower pay
I'd rather stay young, go out and play
It's like that, and that's the way it is
Huh!

War's going on across the sea
Street soldiers killing the elderly
Whatever happened to unity?
It is like that and that's the way it is

Disillusion is the word
That's used by me when I'm not heard
I just go through life with my glasses blurred
It's like that, and that's the way it is
Huh!

You can see a lot in this lifespan
Like a bum eating out of a garbage can
You notice one time he was your man
It's like that (what?) and that's the way it is

You should've gone to school, you could've learned a trade
But you laid in the bed where the bums have laid
Now all the time you're crying that you're underpaid
It's like that (what?) and that's the way it is
Huh!

One thing I know is that life is short
So listen up, homeboy, give this a thought
The next time someone's teaching why don't you get taught?
It's like that (what?) and that's the way it is

If you really think about it times aren't that bad
The one that flexes with successes will make you glad
Stop playing, start praying, you won't be sad
It's like that (what?) and that's the way it is
Huh!

When you feel you fail sometimes it hurts
For a meaning in life is why you search
Take the bus or the train, drive to school or the church
It's like that, and that's the way it is

Here's another point in life you should not miss
Do not be a fool who's prejudice
Because we're all written down on the same list
It's like that (what?) and that's the way it is
Huh

You know it's like that, and that's the way it is
Because it's like that, and that's the way it is
You know it's like that, and that's the way it is
Because it's like that, and that's the way it is
You know it's like that, and that's the way it is
Because it's like that, and that's the way it is




You know it's like that, and that's the way it is
Because it's like that, and that's the way it is

Overall Meaning

It's Like That is a social commentary on the state of the world and the challenges faced by society. The first verse talks about the high unemployment rate and the inevitability of death. The singer is unable to explain why things are the way they are but acknowledges that it is simply the way it is. The second verse acknowledges the struggle faced by people who are trying to make ends meet and compete. The singer emphasizes the need for hard work in order to succeed. The third verse talks about the importance society places on money and suggests that the quest for wealth does not necessarily lead to happiness or fulfillment. The fourth verse acknowledges the struggle to pay bills and make ends meet, and suggests that it is better to enjoy life than to constantly stress over finances. The fifth verse critiques the prevalence of war and the lack of unity in society. Finally, the last verse acknowledges the feeling of disillusion when one is not heard and encourages the listener to be mindful of the people around them.


Line by Line Meaning

Then it goes a little something like this
Listen up, I'm about to lay it down for you


Unemployment at a record high
Lots of people don't have jobs


People coming, people going, people born to die
Birth, death, and movement are natural parts of life


Don't ask me, because I don't know why
I don't have an answer for you


But it's like that, and that's the way it is
That's just how things are, whether we like it or not


People in the world try to make ends meet
Everyone is trying to survive financially


You try to ride car, train, bus, or feet
Different modes of transportation are used to get around


I said you got to work hard to want to compete
Success requires a lot of effort


Huh!
I'm emphasizing my point


Money is the key to end all your woes
Having enough money can solve a lot of problems


Your ups and your downs, your highs and your lows
Life has its good and bad moments


Won't you tell me last time that love bought you clothes?
Love doesn't pay the bills


Bills fly higher every day
The cost of things keeps going up


We receive much lower pay
Wages aren't keeping pace with the cost of living


I'd rather stay young, go out and play
I wish I could avoid adult responsibilities


War's going on across the sea
There's a conflict happening in another part of the world


Street soldiers killing the elderly
Violence is affecting innocent people


What ever happened to unity?
Why can't we all get along?


Disillusion is the word
I'm feeling displeased with reality


That's used by me when I'm not heard
I feel ignored and unheard


I just go through life with my glasses blurred
I'm having trouble seeing things clearly


You can see a lot in this lifespan
There are many experiences to be had in life


Like a bum eating out of a garbage can
Some people are struggling to survive


You notice one time he was your man
Someone who used to be close to you may be in a bad situation


You should've gone to school, you could've learned a trade
Education and training can lead to better job opportunities


But you laid in the bed where the bums have laid
You made poor choices and are now in a bad situation


Now all the time you're crying that you're underpaid
You're unhappy with your low wages


You know it's like that, and that's the way it is
I'm reiterating the point that things are the way they are


Because it's like that, and that's the way it is
There's no changing reality


Check this out
Listen carefully to what I have to say


Run DMC and Jam Master Jay, run
Referring to the group performing the song


One thing I know is that life is short
Life is brief and we should make the most of it


So listen up homeboy, give this a thought
Pay attention to my message


The next time someone's teaching why don't you get taught?
Take advantage of opportunities to learn


If you really think about it times aren't that bad
Despite the challenges, things could be worse


The one that flexes with successes will make you glad
Celebrating accomplishments can bring happiness


Stop playing, start praying, you won't be sad
Get serious about your life and seek guidance




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc., Actual Music, S.L.
Written by: Darryl Matthews McDaniels, Joseph Ward Simmons, Lawrence Smith

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