My People
Yusuf Lyrics


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My People lyrics – Yusuf Islam / Cat Stevens
My People
When you gonna leave
My people
Give them room to breath
My people
Stop oppressing
My people
All they want is bread, clothers
Space to rest – and left alone
My people
When you gonna free
My people
Let them live in peace
My people
Stop killing
My people
All they need is dignity
A chance to be free
My people
Stop making scared
My people
Let them out of jail
My people
Stop building walls around
My people
When you gonna show you care
Join the people in the square
My people
My People
See them coming now
My People
Can't you hear them shout?
My People
Everyday, everywhere
Stop running from
My People
Stop stealing from
My People
Stop pointing guns at
My People
Oh, Come on
My People
Come on, come on
My People
Come on, come on
My People
God show them the way
My People
God show them the way
My People
See them pray
My People
Come on, come on
My People
Oh,
My People
Come on




My People
Keep on keeping on

Overall Meaning

Yusuf Islam's song "My People" is a passionate call to end the oppression of a group of marginalized people. The lyrics call out those who oppress them and ask them to give them space, freedom, and dignity. The song paints a picture of a society where "My People" are constantly under threat from those who have power and privilege, and they are unable to live in peace.


The first verse implores those in power to leave "My People" alone and give them the freedom to live their lives without fear. The second verse calls out the violence and killing that is inflicted upon them and calls for dignity and a chance to be free. The third verse talks about the oppression that has put "My People" in jail and asks for the walls around them to be taken down. The chorus urges those who have the power to care about "My People" and join them in their struggle.


Overall, "My People" is a deeply emotional and heartfelt song that speaks to the struggles of those who are oppressed and marginalized. Yusuf Islam's use of the phrase "My People" throughout the song makes it clear that he identifies deeply with the struggles of the marginalized and is calling out for all people to come together to support them.


Line by Line Meaning

My People
This song is a dedication to the people who have been oppressed and marginalized for far too long.


When you gonna leave
It’s time for those who have been in power to step back and allow the oppressed people to have some breathing space and autonomy.


Give them room to breath
It is time to stop suffocating and suppressing the rights of my people.


Stop oppressing
The oppression of my people needs to come to an end.


All they want is bread, clothes
All my people need are basic necessities like food, water, and shelter.


Space to rest – and left alone
My people need a place to call home where they can rest in peace, away from any harm and disturbances.


When you gonna free
It is time to release my people from the chains of captivity that have imprisoned them for too long.


Let them live in peace
It is time to stop the violence and let my people live a peaceful life.


Stop killing
It is time to stop the killings and put an end to this bloodshed of my people.


All they need is dignity
My people need to be respected, honored, and treated with dignity and equality.


A chance to be free
All my people need is a chance to be who they truly are, without fear or oppression holding them back.


Stop making scared
It is time to stop instilling fear in the hearts and minds of my people.


Let them out of jail
It is time to release all the political prisoners and let them live a free life like any other citizen.


Stop building walls around
It is time to break down the walls that keep separating us and come together as one nation, one people.


When you gonna show you care
It is time to show compassion and care towards my people who have been neglected for far too long.


Join the people in the square
It is time to come down and join my people in protest against the injustice and oppression they have been facing.


See them coming now
My people are finally rising up to fight for their rights.


Can't you hear them shout?
My people's voices are being heard loud and clear, demanding justice and equality.


Everyday, everywhere
My people's struggle for freedom and justice is an everyday battle, fought by millions of people everywhere around the world.


Stop running from
It is time to confront the reality and stop running away from the problems faced by my people.


Stop stealing from
It is time to put an end to the exploitation and theft of resources from my people's lands.


Stop pointing guns at
It is time to stop the gun violence and brutality towards my people.


God show them the way
It is time to pray for guidance and for a better future for my people.


See them pray
My people are praying for a brighter future, filled with peace and equality.


Keep on keeping on
My people's fight for justice and equality will never stop until they achieve their goals.




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@safi3149

Free all people from dictatorships! The worst democracy is better than the best dictatorship!

Lyrics:

When you gonna free
My people (my people)
Let them live in peace
My people (my people)
Stop killing
My people (my people)
All they need is dignity
Chance
To be free
My people (my people)
Stop making scared
My people (my people)
Let them out of jail
My people (my people)
Stop building walls around
My people (my people)
Can't you hear them shout
(My people, my people)
Stop pointing guns at
(My people)
Oh, come on
(My people)
Come on, come on, (come on)
(My people, my people)
Come on, come on
(My people)
God show them the way
(My people)
God show them the way
(My people)



All comments from YouTube:

@elisejones1715

YUSUF/CAT STEVENS YOUR MOM & DAD ARE VERY PROUD OF YOU ! ❤ THANK YOU FOR ALL OF EVERY BIT OF JOY YOU BROUGHT TO CHILDREN & ADULTS ! WHAT AN AMAZING LEGACY !!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤😇😇😇✝️✝️✝️✝️😇😇🎶🎶🎶🎼🎼🎼
PEACE & LOVE !!✌✌❤❤ LISA ! 🌹🌹🌹⚘⚘

@mariusnunu3105

Un Homme de paix incontestablement avec des valeurs immuables bien rare de nos jours Merci Cat Yusuf pour ce pure bonheur La foi est bien un bien être absolue 😃😃😃😀😀😀

@Ponchiegomezsaso

A compassionate plea on behalf of our brothers and sisters. God show them the way, see them pray. So Beautiful Yusuf

@user-sh2hk2cn3p

Nice words ma'am :)

@AnthonyMoitzger-nw1id

A beautiful song 🎵. Thank you peace and joy 😊 8888

@JNogueira74

Let this be the anthem for a better 2020... We're all sons of the same planet breathing the same air and praying to the same God (using different languages and calling him different names, but it's the same entity that join us much more than separate)... Let's create a free world where all the people can live in peace and all the children can play happily! Do not allow ignorant political leaders to lead the world to another war...

@farhatkhan2629

Assalam O Alaiqum dear Yusuf Islam. I am right now reading your Biography and listening to all your songs now...I am crying listening to this song! I apologize for knowing about you for so long but getting to know you now... May you unite with us all in heaven. Insha ALLAAH. Allah Hafiz

@ludolarive9331

One of the best song to unify people. May God bless you, us all inchlh

@iboothmeCreative

An underestimated song. It's a piece of art! Well done!

@lolloh2004

Please add this beautiful song to Spotify! <3

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