The Race
The Gladiators Lyrics


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You already in the race
Don't you give up, your time will come
The race is not for the swift but for the smart

When things get rough on you, don't get upset
Just keep a smile with love in your heart
One day I know the good Lord will help you out
Just keep your head up high
With love in your heart
With a song in your thought

Love your fellow black man, treat every man good
Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth
But those that exalted themselves shall be abased

Love and unity

You already in the race
Don't you give up, your time will come
The race is not for the swift but for the smart

When things get rough on you, don't get upset
Just keep a smile with love in your heart
One day I know the good Lord will help you out

Just keep your head up high
With love in your heart
With a song in your thought

Love your fellow black man, treat every man good
Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth
But those that exalted themselves shall be abased





Love and unity

Overall Meaning

The Gladiators's song The Race talks about the ongoing race in life, where every individual is already in the competition, and no one can opt-out of it. The lyrics emphasize that one should not lose hope and should not give up easily, as their time will come. It highlights the fact that the race is not about being fast but about being smart. The song encourages individuals to maintain their composure, even when things get rough, and to keep a positive attitude with love in their heart. The lyrics suggest that the almighty Lord will help those who keep their head high and never lose hope.


The song also emphasizes the importance of brotherhood and unity. It suggests that individuals should love their fellow black men and should always treat everyone with respect and kindness. The lyrics highlight the biblical phrase 'blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth' and suggest that individuals who exalt themselves may be abased. The overall message of the song is to keep moving forward, stay positive, love one another, and wait for your time to come.


Line by Line Meaning

You already in the race
You're already in the journey of life


Don't you give up, your time will come
Don't lose hope, your time to succeed will come


The race is not for the swift but for the smart
Success is not only for the fast, but also for the intelligent


When things get rough on you, don't get upset
When you face difficulties, don't let them bring you down


Just keep a smile with love in your heart
Stay positive and keep love in your heart


One day I know the good Lord will help you out
Believe that one day God will help you in your troubles


Just keep your head up high
Keep your spirit high and optimistic


With love in your heart
With feelings of love and kindness in your heart


With a song in your thought
With a hopeful and positive attitude


Love your fellow black man, treat every man good
Respect all people and treat them well regardless of their race


Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth
The humble and patient will be rewarded in the end


But those that exalted themselves shall be abased
Those who arrogantly pride themselves will fall


Love and unity
Love and harmony with one another




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Never heard this before until the BBC TV documentary.

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