Let’s Work Together
Wilbert Harrison Lyrics
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Divided we'll fall
Come on now people
And let's get on the ball
And work together
Come on come on let's work together
Now now people
Say now together we will stand
Every boy girl woman and man
Before when things go wrong
As they sometimes will
When the road you travel
Well seems all uphill
Let's work together
Come on come on let's work together
Now now people
Say now together we will stand
Every boy girl woman and man
Make someone happy
Make someone smile
Let's all work together
And make life worthwhile
Let's work together
Come on come on let's work together
Now now people
Say now together we will stand
Every boy girl woman and man
Two or three minutes
Two or three hours
What do they mean
Now now in this life of ours
Let's work together
Come on come on let's work together
Now now people
Say now together we will stand
Every boy girl woman and man
Let's Work Together by Wilbert Harrison is a call to unity and collaboration. The opening lines of the song set the tone for the rest of the lyrics, as they emphasize the importance of standing together as a community. The phrase "together we will stand, divided we'll fall" suggests that it's only through working together that people can overcome obstacles and face challenges. The second stanza of the song acknowledges that things do go wrong sometimes, but emphasizes that in those moments, people should still come together rather than turning on each other. The lyrics suggest that "together we will stand" isn't just a catchy phrase, but a concrete strategy for success.
The chorus of the song repeats the line "let's work together" several times, emphasizing that the best way to achieve progress is to collaborate. However, the lyrics also clarify that the work isn't just about achieving success for oneself; instead, it's about making life better for everyone involved. The final stanza of the song seems to imply that time isn't a barrier to collaboration; even if people only have two or three minutes to spare, they can still make a positive difference by working together.
Overall, Let's Work Together is a message of hope and community-building. By emphasizing that everyone, regardless of their age or gender, has a role to play in collective progress, the song speaks to the value of inclusivity and mutual support. Harrison's lyrics suggest that unity and collaboration aren't just nice ideas, but essential tools for navigating life's ups and downs.
Line by Line Meaning
Together we will stand
If we come together and work together as a team, we can stand strong in the face of adversity.
Divided we'll fall
If we remain divided and do not work together, we will suffer the consequences and fail.
Come on now people
Addressing the listeners, calling them to action, and urging them to work together.
And let's get on the ball
Time to take action and get moving.
And work together
The central message of the song, working collaboratively to achieve a common goal.
Come on come on let's work together
Repeated emphasis on the importance of working together and the urgency of the matter.
Now now people
Again, addressing the listeners, urging them to take action immediately.
Say now together we will stand
Reinforcement of the central message of the song and reminding the listeners of the positive outcome that is possible through collaboration.
Every boy girl woman and man
Inclusion of every person, regardless of gender or age, in the call to action.
Before when things go wrong
The acknowledgment that things won't always go as planned, and that setbacks will occur.
As they sometimes will
The acceptance that setbacks are a natural part of life.
When the road you travel
Metaphorical reference to the journey of life.
Well seems all uphill
When life seems to be constantly difficult or arduous, so much so that it feels uphill.
Make someone happy
Encouraging listeners to do something positive for someone else.
Make someone smile
Continuing the encouragement to do something positive for someone else, specifically to make them happy.
Let's all work together
Once again stressing the importance of collaboration mentioned earlier in the song.
And make life worthwhile
The positive outcome of working together, making life more fulfilling and satisfying.
Two or three minutes
A short amount of time.
Two or three hours
A longer amount of time.
What do they mean
Questioning the value placed on time and the perception of how it is spent.
Now now in this life of ours
Reminding listeners that time is valuable and should be spent wisely, referencing the importance of the song's message in life as a whole.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: WILBERT HARRISON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
James Prince
"Sock it to me baby"--Wilbert Harrrison.
Well now the marriage vow is very sacred
The man put us together now you want to make it
Stick together, come on, come on let's stick together
You know we made a vow not to leave one another never
"Let's Work Together"
Together we will stand divided we'll fall
Come on now people let's get on the ball
And work together, come on, come on let's work together, now, now people
Say now together we will stand, every boy, girl, woman, and man
Joe Writeson
Instead of arguing 'this is better than that' and dissing other versions, try showing a bit of musical maturity and appreciate that other musicians have interpreted the song their way. Yes this is the original recorded on primitive equipment ... and that's how it sounds ... raw, earthy and beautiful. Just be thankful someone took the time to upload it...thanks Hankgwe
Ian Clarke
It’s all good
Doug S
You are so right !
GedSoft
lol the original and the best
peter read
@Phroso Wilbert rewrote the lyrics, not Canned Heat
Charlie Newman
Amen, Joe.
I've never understood why so many people have to knock one thing to compliment another.
Seems like total bullshit to me.
Stevie Callaghan
A fantastic and great rendition by Wilbert give him some credit people, he wrote the bloody song.
Ron Mac
@Thomas Beattie yes he was a singer. He sang the classic "Kansas City". (I'm going to Kansas City, Kansas City here I come...)
Thomas Beattie
Ok he wrote it but he was not a singer!!!
Marjory Rainey
Hell yes! All Credit to Wilbert,