Cruel Crazy Beautiful World
Savuka Lyrics

You got to wash with the crocodile in the river
You will encounter dangerous situations where you must face your fears to achieve your goals.

You got to swim with the sharks in the sea
You will come across treacherous people who may harm you, but you must persevere and remain strong.

You got to live with the crooked politician
You will have to deal with people in power who are corrupt or dishonest, and you must learn to navigate the system to make change.

Trust those things that you can never see
Believe in things that you cannot prove or understand, such as intuition, faith, or love.

Ayeye ayeye, Jesse mfana, ayeye ayeye
Repetition of a chant used to motivate or encourage someone named Jesse.

You got to trust your lover when you go away
You must have faith in your partner and the strength of your relationship when you are apart.

Keep on believeing tomorrow brings a better day
Stay optimistic and hopeful, even when life seems difficult, because things can always improve in the future.

Sometimes you smile while you're cryin' inside
You may be struggling internally, but still show a positive, happy exterior to others.

Just once you'll turn away while the truth be shinin' bright
You may ignore the truth or reality of a situation, even though it is clear and obvious to others.

It's a cruel, crazy, beautiful world
Life is unpredictable and full of contradictions, and can be harsh and beautiful at the same time.

Every day you wake up I hope it's under a blue sky
Hope for the best and find joy in everyday moments, even when things are uncertain or difficult.

One day when you wake up I will have to say goodbye
All good things must come to an end, and one day you will have to say goodbye to someone or something you love.

Say goodbye, it's your world so live in it
Accept that you must move on and find your own path, but also remember that you have the power to shape your own life.

Beyond the door, strange cruel beautiful years lie waiting for you
The future is unknown and can be both exciting and daunting, with various experiences in store for you.

It kills me to know you won't escape loneliness
It is sad to think that someone you care about may face hardships or loneliness in the future, and you may not be able to protect them.

Maybe you lose hope too
You may also lose hope or become discouraged, but you must keep going and believe in yourself.

When I feel your small body close to mine
When I am close to someone I care about, I feel both vulnerable and strong.

I feel weak and strong at the same time
This person brings out conflicting emotions in me, and I am unsure how to feel at times.

So few years to give you wings to fly
There is limited time to support and guide someone to their full potential before they must find their own way in the world.

Show you the stars to guide your ship by
Provide inspiration and guidance to help someone navigate their own path and find their own direction.

It's your world so live in it
You have control over your own life, so make the most of it and find your own happiness.