GOD
Tony Bennett Lyrics


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Chillun', listen here to me
This is my philosophy
To see me through the day
To scare my cares away

All God's Chillun Got Rhythm
All God's Chillun got swing
Maybe haven't got money
Maybe haven't got shoes
All God's Chillun Got Rhythm
For to push away the blues
Yeah !

All God's Chillun got trouble
Trouble don't mean a thing
When they start to go ho ho ho de ho
Troubles bound to go 'way, say!





All God's Chillun Got Swing.

Overall Meaning

The Tony Bennett song "All God's Chillun Got Rhythm" speaks about a philosophy that is meant to help the singer get through the day and alleviate their worries. The philosophy centers around the idea that all people regardless of their wealth, status or possessions are born with rhythm and swing. The term 'Chillun' is used to refer to people of all ages, suggesting that this philosophy is applicable to everyone.


The song suggests that having rhythm and swing can help one overcome their troubles and push away their blues. The lyrics emphasize that even those who may not have much in terms of material possessions or wealth, still possess something that is inherently valuable - rhythm. The repetition of "All God's Chillun Got Rhythm" and "All God's Chillun Got Swing" creates a catchy chorus that underscores the song's central message of hope and optimism.


Overall, this song speaks to the human spirit and our inherent capacity for joy and rhythm, regardless of our life circumstances. It is a song that encourages listeners to tap into this spirit and find joy in the everyday moments of life and to not let our troubles weigh us down.


Line by Line Meaning

Chillun', listen here to me
Hey kids, pay attention to what I'm saying


This is my philosophy
I have a certain way of looking at things


To see me through the day
So I can make it through the day


To scare my cares away
To help me forget my worries


All God's Chillun Got Rhythm
Everyone has a natural sense of rhythm


All God's Chillun got swing
Everyone has a unique style and personality


Maybe haven't got money
Maybe they don't have much money


Maybe haven't got shoes
Maybe they don't even have shoes


All God's Chillun Got Rhythm
But they still have rhythm and energy


For to push away the blues
To overcome sadness


Yeah !
Absolutely!


All God's Chillun got trouble
Everyone has problems


Trouble don't mean a thing
Problems can be overcome


When they start to go ho ho ho de ho
When they start to sing and dance


Troubles bound to go 'way, say!
Problems are sure to disappear


All God's Chillun Got Swing.
People have a natural ability to be unique and creative




Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Thomas "Fats" Waller

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Comments from YouTube:

@nicolajayne1594

Rest in peace Tony Bennett. Thank you for making beautiful songs like this ❀

@luismiguelgarronrevaliente51

Such a beautiful song from days gone by❀

@kartosenlitminey

Rip 🩷

@SIRDKA

Amen to that.

@hermes3386

French song in fact...

@holydiver73

RIP Tony. As he kisses the good life goodbye, we will remember him as the last of the great 20th century crooners and a talent that very few that follows will be able to match. ❀

@steverhodesvideos6244

I heard today that he hated being called a crooner. Just sayin'.

@NickPenlee

I don't consider him the last. Jack Jones is still around!

@holydiver73

@@NickPenlee Even Jack Jones wasn’t as good as his dad was.

@karenhagedorn5468

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