I Like It
White Brothers C.A.M. Lyrics
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People coming, people going, people born to die
Don't ask me, because I don't know why
But it's like that, and that's the way it is
People in the world try to make ends meet
You try to ride car, train, bus, or feet
I said you got to work hard to want to compete
Huh!
Money is the key to end all your woes
Your ups and your downs, your highs and your lows
Won't you tell me last time that love bought you clothes?
It's like that, and that's the way it is
Bills fly higher every day
We receive much lower pay
I'd rather stay young, go out and play
It's like that, and that's the way it is
Huh!
War's going on across the sea
Street soldiers killing the elderly
What ever happened to unity?
It's like that, and that that's the way it is
Disillusion is the word
That's used by me when I'm not heard
I just go through life with my glasses blurred
It's like that, and that's the way it is
Huh!
You can see a lot in this lifespan
Like a bum eating out of a garbage can
You notice one time he was your man
It's like that (what?) and that's the way it is
You should've gone to school, you could've learned a trade
But you laid in bed where the bums have laid
Now all the time you're crying that you're underpaid
It's like that (what?) and that's the way it is
Huh!
One thing I knoe is that life is short
So listen up homeboy, give this a thought
The next time someone's teaching why don't you get taught?
It's like that (what?) and that's the way it is
If you really think about it times aren't that bad
The one that stretches for success will make you glad
Stop playing start praying, you won't be sad
It's like that (what?) and that's the way it is
Huh!
When you feel you fail sometimes it hurts
For a meaning in life is why you search
Take the boys on the train, drive to school on the church
It's like that, and that's the way it is
Here's another point in life you should not miss
Do not be a fool who's prejudice
Because we're all written down on the same list
It's like that (what?) and that's the way it is
Huh! (Repeat 4x)
You know it's like that, and that's the way it is
Because it's like that, and that's the way it is
The lyrics of White Brothers C.A.M.'s "I Like It" talk about the harsh realities of life, such as unemployment, poverty, and war. The song highlights the struggles that people face on a daily basis, and how they try to make ends meet despite the odds being against them. The song stresses the importance of working hard and trying to compete in order to succeed. It also emphasizes the role of money in people's lives and how it can solve most of their problems. However, the song also questions the importance of love and unity and how those values are being lost in society.
The song also touches upon the issues of disillusionment and prejudice. The lyrics suggest that people often feel unheard and unseen, leading to disillusionment. Additionally, the song calls out prejudice, reminding listeners that despite their differences, everyone is written down on the same list.
Overall, "I Like It" is a thought-provoking song that encourages listeners to reflect on the harsh realities of life while also reminding them of the importance of hard work, unity, and love.
Line by Line Meaning
Unemployment at a record high
There are many people without a job and this is an issue.
People coming, people going, people born to die
People enter and exit the world, only to eventually pass away.
Don't ask me, because I don't know why
The singer is not sure why things are the way they are.
But it's like that, and that's the way it is
Despite not understanding things, the singer accepts that this is the reality.
People in the world try to make ends meet
People struggle to earn enough money to support themselves.
You try to ride car, train, bus, or feet
People use various modes of transportation to get around.
I said you got to work hard to want to compete
To succeed, one must put in effort and be competitive.
Huh!
Exclamation of surprise or agreement.
Money is the key to end all your woes
Having enough money can solve many problems.
Your ups and your downs, your highs and your lows
Money can help with both good and bad times in life.
Won't you tell me last time that love bought you clothes?
The singer questions whether love can solve practical problems like clothing.
Bills fly higher every day
The cost of living keeps increasing.
We receive much lower pay
People are paid less than they used to be.
I'd rather stay young, go out and play
The singer would prefer to have fun than worry about money and bills.
War's going on across the sea
War is happening in other parts of the world.
Street soldiers killing the elderly
Young people are hurting the old on the streets.
What ever happened to unity?
The singer questions why people can't all get along and work together.
Disillusion is the word
The singer often feels let down by reality.
That's used by me when I'm not heard
The singer uses the word 'disillusion' to describe feeling unheard.
I just go through life with my glasses blurred
The singer has a clouded view of life or struggles to see things clearly.
You can see a lot in this lifespan
There are many experiences and things to observe in life.
Like a bum eating out of a garbage can
The singer describes witnessing a person going through the trash.
You notice one time he was your man
The bum was once someone the singer knew or interacted with.
You should've gone to school, you could've learned a trade
The singer suggests that education and learning a skill could have been helpful.
But you laid in bed where the bums have laid
The person in question was idle or lazy and didn't make good choices.
Now all the time you're crying that you're underpaid
The person is unhappy with their current job or pay and complains about it.
One thing I know is that life is short
The singer believes that life is brief and valuable.
So listen up homeboy, give this a thought
The singer advises the listener to pay attention and reflect.
The next time someone's teaching why don't you get taught?
The singer encourages learning from others who have knowledge and skills to share.
If you really think about it times aren't that bad
When put in perspective, things in life aren't always as difficult as they seem.
The one that stretches for success will make you glad
Hard work and striving for success can bring happiness.
Stop playing start praying, you won't be sad
The singer suggests that praying or meditating could help alleviate sadness or negative feelings.
When you feel you fail sometimes it hurts
Failure can be painful and difficult to accept.
For a meaning in life is why you search
Finding purpose and meaning in life is important.
Take the boys on the train, drive to school on the church
The singer suggests taking advantage of opportunities and enjoying life with others.
Do not be a fool who's prejudice
The singer warns against judging others unfairly based on race, religion, or other factors.
Because we're all written down on the same list
Everyone is equal and deserves respect and kindness.
Huh! (Repeat 4x)
Exclamation of agreement or surprise, repeated for emphasis.
You know it's like that, and that's the way it is
The singer restates that life can be difficult and unpredictable, but we must accept it as it is.
Because it's like that, and that's the way it is
Reiteration of the main message and title of the song.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DARRYL MATTHEWS MCDANIELS, JOSEPH WARD SIMMONS, LAWRENCE SMITH
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great track guys