Marcus Garvey
SinГ©ad O'Connor Lyrics
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Marcus Garvey's words come to pass,
Can't get no food to eat,
Can't get no money to spend, wo-oo-oo
Can't get no food to eat,
Can't get no money to spend, woo-oo-oo
And you and you alone
Come, little one, wo-oo-oo
Let me do what i can do for you and you alone, woo-oo-oo
He who knows the right thing
And do it not
Shall be spanked with many stripes,
Weeping and wailing and moaning,
You've got yourself to blame, i tell you.
Do right do right do right do right do right,
Tell you to do right, woo-oo-oo
Beg you to do right, woo-oo- oo
Where is bagawire, he's nowhere to be found
He can't be found
First betrayer who gave away Marcus Garvey
Son of Satan, first prophesy,
Catch them, Garvey old
Catch them Garvey, catch them woo-oo-oo
Hold them Marcus, hold them woo-oo-oo
Marcus Garvey, Marcus woo-oo-oo
The song "Marcus Garvey" by Sinéad O'Connor pays tribute to the Jamaican political leader and activist of the same name, who was instrumental in organizing the Back-to-Africa movement and advocating for black pride and self-determination. The song is based on the idea that Garvey's words, which called for a united and empowered black community, continue to resonate today. The opening lines of the song, "Marcus Garvey's words come to pass," suggest that Garvey's prophetic vision of a world where black people are free and equal is becoming a reality.
The repeated refrain, "Can't get no food to eat, can't get no money to spend," speaks to the ongoing struggle for economic justice and basic human needs that many marginalized communities continue to face. O'Connor's vocal delivery of these lines is haunting and mournful, emphasizing the urgency of the situation. However, the song also offers hope and a call to action. O'Connor sings, "Come, little one, and let me do what I can do for you," suggesting that by working together and supporting each other, we can overcome these challenges and build a better world.
Overall, "Marcus Garvey" is a powerful homage to a visionary leader and an urgent call to continue his work of fighting for justice and equality. It reminds us that the struggle for these ideals is ongoing and requires our active participation.
Line by Line Meaning
Marcus Garvey's words come to pass
The words of Marcus Garvey, an important figure in the history of black nationalism, have proven to be true and relevant.
Can't get no food to eat
People are struggling to acquire basic necessities like food due to poverty and economic hardship.
Can't get no money to spend, wo-oo-oo
People lack financial resources to buy basic needs and other important things.
Come, little one and let me do what i can do for you
The artist is offering help and support to someone in need, with the implication that everyone should do what they can to help others.
And you and you alone
The artist is offering help only to the person being addressed, not to others or to society as a whole, suggesting that individuals have a responsibility to do what they can for each other.
He who knows the right thing And do it not Shall be spanked with many stripes
Those who are aware of what's right and wrong but choose not to act accordingly will be punished.
Weeping and wailing and moaning, You've got yourself to blame, i tell you.
The consequences of not doing what's right will lead to suffering, and the individual is responsible for their actions or inaction.
Do right do right do right do right do right, Tell you to do right, woo-oo-oo Beg you to do right, woo-oo- oo
The artist emphasizes the importance of doing what's right and suggests that people should encourage each other to follow the same path.
Where is bagawire, he's nowhere to be found He can't be found First betrayer who gave away Marcus Garvey
The artist is referring to someone who betrayed Marcus Garvey and caused him harm.
Son of Satan, first prophesy, Catch them, Garvey old Catch them Garvey, catch them woo-oo-oo Hold them Marcus, hold them woo-oo-oo Marcus Garvey, Marcus woo-oo-oo
The artist calls for justice and implies that those who wronged Marcus Garvey deserve punishment. The repetition of Garvey's name suggests his importance and influence.
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@diegohrey
Marcus Garvey's words come to pass
Marcus Garvey's words come to pass
Can't get no food to eat
Can't get no money to spend
Wo-oh-oh can't get no food to eat
Can't get no money to spend
Wo-oh-oh
Come, little one and let me do what I can for you
And you and you alone
Come, little one come, wo-oh-oh
Let me do what I can do for you and you alone, wo-oh-oh
You know the right and do heed might
Shall be spanked with many stripes
Weeping and wailing and moaning
You've got yourself to blame, I tell you
Do right, do right, do right, do right, do right
Do right, do right, do right, do right, do right, do right
I beg you wo-oh-oh
Tell you to do right
Beg you to do right
Wo-oh-oh
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@OrvilleEvans
Such a beautiful lady wonderful soul rest in peace
@elainemariamoreiraramosram7472
Nada vai ser comparável a ela. Nos deixou um lindo legado que vai ser sempre ouvido e apreciado em nossos corações. Você foi incrível e extraordinária neste plano e está fazendo falta para nós. Nao deixarei de te ouvir e amar sempre minha cantora favorita. Sinéad O'Connor presente hoje e sempre.❤
@douromali
This entire album is great. I saw Sinead in concert in December 2005. She sang the entire album!
@enriquevivar27
Thats right. And Totally underrated…
@odinprice999
One of my favorite album of all time. Sad it's not on Spotify
@adamturner1563
Blacklisted pure White Angel. Never got to see you perform. Hope you have found peace with ya little one. 🙏
@CthuluRisin
Its sad that it took her passing for me to find this. Seems like she was a pretty amazing woman. I pray that she has peace now.
@titongigi1074
I also learned of this fantastic album after her passing
@slcmusic56
Fantastic album which became my all time fave summertime album, it is SO GOOD!
@dzott75
Celtic rebel chanting Jamaican rebel music, What could be better. ..Jah!!!