Mad Mad World
Shaggy ft Sizzla & Collie Buddz Lyrics
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Shaggy
We're living in serious times
Watch out (oh)
It's a mad, mad world that we're living in (uh)
Gotta keep your heads up high, can't be giving in
Don't you let one day go by without praising the Most High
It's a mad, mad world that we're living in
(What's wrong with us?)
Gotta keep your heads up high, can't be giving in (yeah, uh)
Don't you let one day go by without praising the Most High (right)
'Cause it's the only way we ever will survive (for real)
Rough life, nuff crime, yute them all do hard time
No guides, no sign, walking on a thin like
Sentenced, no trial, victim of a profile
No hope, more fight, wonder why we're hostile
False prophet, make profit, focused on their pocket
White collar, false docket, door open, can't lock it
Politics, polytricks, equal econometrics
(Where is the justice?)
Death toll rising, sex commercializing
Barely surviving, future jeopardizing
No compromising, hope paralyzing
Rules need revising, why is it surprising?
Got to heed the warning, see the storms are forming
Not the time for stalling, look around it's so appalling
It's a mad, mad world that we're living in (uh, uh)
Gotta keep your heads up high, can't be giving in (right)
Don't you let one day go by without praising the Most High
'Cause it's the only way we ever will survive (yeah, uh)
It's a mad, mad world that we're living in (mad, crazy you know)
Gotta keep your heads up high, can't be giving in
Don't you let one day go by without praising the Most High
'Cause it's the only way we ever will survive (right)
Nuclear warfare, satellites everywhere
Mothers on welfare, what about Medicare?
Ethnic cleansing, freedom pending
Government spending, who are they defending?
Bankrolls on poles, anything to enroll
Spotlight's their goal, price paid their soul
Step back, retrack, notice where your life's at
(Where was it worth it?)
Got to heed the warning, see the storm that's forming
Not the time for stalling', look around it's so appalling'
Poor is the mentality that disregard humanity
Say no to this insanity, create a new reality
It's a mad, mad world that we're living in
Gotta keep your heads up high, can't be giving in
Don't you let one day go by without praising the Most High (right)
'Cause it's the only way we ever will survive, yeah
It's a mad, mad world that we're living in (why?)
Gotta keep your heads up high, can't be giving in
Don't you let one day go by (yeah) without praising the Most High
'Cause it's the only way we ever will survive
Rough life, 'nuff crime, yute them all do hard time
No guides, no sign, walking on a thin like (you, you know)
Sentenced, no trial, victim of a profile
No hope, more fight, wonder why we're hostile (you, you know)
False prophet, make profit, focused on their pocket
White collar false docket, door open can't lock it
Politics, polytricks
The song "Mad Mad World" by Shaggy featuring Sizzla Kalonji and Collie Buddz is a social commentary on the current state of the world. The lyrics depict the harsh and dangerous realities that people are facing, from the rise of crime and poverty to the ethnic cleansing and government spending. The artists sing about the need to stay positive and seek guidance from the Most High in order to survive in this "mad" world. The song also highlights the importance of standing up against the injustices and creating a new, better reality.
In the first verse, Sizzla Kalonji sings about the struggles and injustices that people are facing, such as being victims of a profile, sentenced without trial, and barely surviving while the future is jeopardized. He questions the false prophets who are more focused on their profit and the government officials who are supposed to defend the people but are instead spending recklessly. The chorus emphasizes the importance of keeping one's head up high and praising the Most High in the face of the adversities that come with living in this kind of world.
Collie Buddz takes over in the second verse, with his verse starting with an allusion to the threat of nuclear warfare and the ubiquitousness of satellites. He then questions the lack of proper healthcare for mothers on welfare and the ethnic cleansing that is still ongoing. He also questions government spending and who they are actually defending. The verse then goes on to call out those who prioritize money and fame over people's welfare and well-being, calling on them to take a step back and reconsider their choices. The final chorus then reminds the listener of the need to stay vigilant in the face of the madness and to create a new and better reality.
Line by Line Meaning
We're living in serious times
The current situation is very concerning.
It's a mad, mad world that we're living in
The world is chaotic and unpredictable.
Gotta keep your heads up high, can't be giving in
We must maintain a positive attitude, and not give up.
Don't you let one day go by without praising the Most High
Show gratitude and appreciation for a higher power.
'Cause it's the only way we ever will survive
Expressing gratitude and being positive is the key to survival.
Rough life, nuff crime, yute them all do hard time
Life is tough, there is a lot of crime, and young people are being negatively impacted.
No guides, no sign, walking on a thin like
There is a lack of guidance and direction, making it feel like we are walking on thin ice.
Sentenced, no trial, victim of a profile
There are cases of unjust profiling and unfair punishment without a proper trial.
No hope, more fight, wonder why we're hostile
There is a sense of hopelessness, leading to more aggression and hostility.
False prophet, make profit, focused on their pocket
There are people who claim to be religious leaders but are only interested in making money for themselves.
White collar, false docket, door open, can't lock it
Corruption in high places cannot be contained, as those behind it are hard to identify and punish.
Politics, polytricks, equal econometrics
There is a lot of manipulation and deception in politics, even in economic matters.
Death toll rising, sex commercializing
Deaths are increasing, and sex is being objectified and used for commercial gain.
Barely surviving, future jeopardizing
People are struggling just to survive, and the future is being put at risk.
No compromising, hope paralyzing
There is no willingness to compromise, and this is causing a sense of hopelessness and fear.
Rules need revising, why is it surprising?
The rules and standards in society need to be reviewed, and it should not be surprising to see the flaws in them.
Got to heed the warning, see the storms are forming
We need to pay attention to the warning signs, as there could be trouble ahead.
Not the time for stalling, look around it's so appalling
It is not the time to procrastinate, as the situation is very alarming.
Poor is the mentality that disregard humanity
When people ignore the importance of humanity, they become poor in their thinking and behavior.
Say no to this insanity, create a new reality
Reject the madness, and work towards creating a new and better reality.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: C Harper, Christopher Birch, Miguel Collins, Orville Burrell, Ricardo Ducent, MILES DAVIS, JASON E. FURLOW, SEBASTIAN LAWS, SCOTT HARDING
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LYRICS :
We're living in serious times
Watch out, oh
It's a mad, mad world that we're living in
Gotta keep your heads up high, can't be giving in
Don't you let one day go by without praising the Most High
'Cause it's the only way we ever will survive
It's a mad, mad world that we're living in
(What's wrong with us?)
Gotta keep your heads up high, can't be giving in
Don't you let one day go by without praising the Most High
'Cause it's the only way we ever will survive
Rough life, nuff crime, youth them a do hard time
No guides, no sign, walking on a thin like
Sentenced, no trial, victim of a profile
No hope, more fight, wonder why we're hostile
False prophet make profit, focused on their pocket
White collar false docket, door open, can't lock it
Politics, polytricks, equal econometricks
(Where is the justice?)
Death toll rising, sex commercializing
Barely surviving, future jeopardizing
No compromising, hope paralyzing
Rules need revising, why is it surprising?
Got to heed the warning, see the storms are forming
Not the time for stalling, look around it's so appalling
It's a mad, mad world that we're living in
Gotta keep your heads up high, can't be giving in
Don't you let one day go by without praising the Most High
'Cause it's the only way we ever will survive
It's a mad, mad world that we're living in
(Mad, crazy you know)
Gotta keep your heads up high, can't be giving in
Don't you let one day go by without praising the Most High
'Cause it's the only way we ever will survive
Nuclear warfare, satellites everywhere
Mothers on welfare, what about Medicare?
Ethnic cleansing, freedom pending
Government spending, who are they defending?
Bankrolls on poles, anything to enroll
Spotlight's their goal, price paid their soul
Step back, retrack, notice where your life's at
(Where was it worth it?)
Got to heed the warning, see the storm that's forming
Not the time for stalling', look around it's so appalling'
Poor is the mentality that disregard humanity
Say no to this insanity, create a new reality
It's a mad, mad world that we're living in
Gotta keep your heads up high, can't be giving in
Don't you let one day go by without praising the most High
'Cause it's the only way we ever will survive
It's a mad, mad world that we're living in
Gotta keep your heads up high, can't be giving in
Don't you let one day go by without praising the most High
'Cause it's the only way we ever will survive
Rough life, 'nuff crime, youth them a do hard time
No guides, no sign, walking on a thin like
Sentenced, no trial, victim of a profile
No hope, more fight, wonder why we're hostile
False prophet make profit, focused on their pocket
White collar false docket, door open can't lock it
Politics, polytricks
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