They were formed in 1973 and are still releasing records today. Their lineup has changed over the years, as has their musical style, although it has not strayed too far from the "roots reggae" style that they are generally categorized as.
With Dean Pond in the touring lineup (Dean Pond, founder of Dub Mystic and one time musical director and drummer for Culture, and V.I. producer of the year) this year (??) should prove to be even bigger for Third World.
Corruption
Third World Lyrics
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This world is full of Corruption (na, na, na)
Corruption
This world is full of so much vice and crime
Prostitution, revolution
Another scandal every day
Sneaky deals on Wall Street
They got the whole wide world in a mess
Corruption
This world is full of corruption (na, na, na)
Corruption
This world is full of so much vice and crime
Vote for me, I'll set you free
That's what the politicians say
Makin' promises they can't keep
They got people living, dying in the streets
Corruption
This world is full of corruption (na, na, na)
Corruption
This world is full of so much vice and crime
Epidemics, oh look at A. I.D.S.
Got the whole wide world in a rage
Where did it come from, somebody knows
I guess you reap what, what you sow
Corruption
This world is full of so much corruption (na, na, na)
Corruption
This world is full of so much vice and crime
Go to the market for your daily bread
Somebody says you got poison instead
Sex an' violence, murder, suicideWho can you trust, everybody's takin' a bribe
Corruption
This world is full of corruption (na, na, na)
Corruption
This world is full of so much vice and crime
I've got the solution, do you want to know
I've got the solution, everywhere I go
Love your neighbor as you love yourself y'all (na, na, na)
Love your brother
As you love yourself y'all (na, na, na)
Do unto others as you would have them do unto you
Love your sisters and brothers as you want them too
Too much hate
Thou shalt not steal
Thou shalt not steal
Think about it just one time
What I'm telling you
You've got to stop lying
In Third World's song "Corruption," the lyrics express frustration and condemnation about various forms of corruption in the world, including political corruption, Wall Street deals, epidemics, and everyday acts of deceit and violence. The chorus repeats the phrase "This world is full of corruption" and emphasizes the toll that corruption takes on people's lives, from poverty and illness to mistrust and despair. The verses provide specific examples of corruption in different spheres of life, from politicians making false promises to people receiving poisoned food at the market.
The song's message of social and moral responsibility is underscored by the final verses, which call for loving one's neighbor, doing unto others, and avoiding the sin of stealing. The lyrics suggest that corruption is not just an external problem, but also a matter of personal integrity and ethical behavior. The repetition of the phrase "na, na, na" in the chorus creates an almost chant-like quality, casting the song as a collective critique of a world rife with corruption.
Line by Line Meaning
This world is full of Corruption (na, na, na)
The world is filled with crimes and vices committed by corrupt people
Prostitution, revolution
Prostitution and revolutions are the results of corruption in this world
Another scandal every day
Every day there is news of a scandal for the public
Sneaky deals on Wall Street
Illegal business deals are taking place on Wall Street
They got the whole wide world in a mess
The corrupt people have made the world a mess with their actions
Vote for me, I'll set you free
Politicians make false promises to people to gain their votes
Makin' promises they can't keep
Politicians make promises that they cannot fulfill
They got people living, dying in the streets
The actions of the corrupt officials have resulted in many people suffering and dying
Epidemics, oh look at A. I.D.S.
The epidemic of AIDS is a result of the corruption in the world
Got the whole wide world in a rage
The world is filled with anger due to the epidemic caused by corruption
Where did it come from, somebody knows
Someone knows where it all started, how the world became so corrupt
I guess you reap what, what you sow
The corrupt people will one day face the consequences of their actions
Go to the market for your daily bread
People are not even safe when they buy food from the market
Somebody says you got poison instead
Food is being poisoned due to corruption, causing harm to people
Sex an' violence, murder, suicide
Sexual violence, murder, and suicide are the results of corruption in the world
Who can you trust, everybody's takin' a bribe
No one can be trusted because of the temptation of money gained through corruption
I've got the solution, do you want to know
There is a solution to corruption and the singer is willing to share it
Love your neighbor as you love yourself y'all (na, na, na)
The solution is to love others as you love yourself
Love your brother
Love and care for your fellow human beings
As you love yourself y'all (na, na, na)
Treat others with the same respect and care that you would want for yourself
Do unto others as you would have them do unto you
Treat others the way you want to be treated
Love your sisters and brothers as you want them too
Have compassion and respect for others in the same way you would want for yourself
Too much hate
The world has too much hate due to corruption
Thou shalt not steal
One of the Ten Commandments which highlights the importance of not taking what belongs to others
Thou shalt not steal
Repeated to emphasize the importance of not stealing
Think about it just one time
Take a moment and reflect upon the impact of corruption in the world
What I'm telling you
The message that the singer is conveying
You've got to stop lying
Stop being dishonest and corrupt to make the world a better place
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@abdobandas1481
That's right
@rashiniranasinghe6366
Awesome song I like Third World