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Artist/Band: Jimmy Cliff
Lyrics for Song: Give The People What The Want
Lyrics for Album: Other Songs - Jimmy Cliff



Hey, hey, hey...

Give the people what they want



Well, its been said before, the world is a stage

A different performance with every age.

Open the history book to any old page

Bring on the lions and open the cage.



Give the people what they want

You gotta give the people what they want

The more they get, the more they need

And every time they get harder and harder to please



The roman promoters really did things right.

They needed a show that would clearly excite.

The attendance was sparse so they put on a fight

Threw the christians to the lions, sold out every night



Give the people what they want

You gotta give the people what they want

The more they get, the more they need



And every time they get harder and harder to please



Give em lots of sex, perversion and rape

Give em lots of violence, and plenty to hate

Give the people what they want

Give the people what they want



When olswald shot kennedy, he was insane

But still we watch the re-runs again and again

We all sit glued while the killer takes aim

Hey mom, there goes a piece of the presidents brain!



Give the people what they want

You gotta give the people what they want

Blow out your brains, and do it right

Make sure its prime time and on a saturday night.

You gotta give the people what they want

You gotta give the people what they want

Give the people what they want

Give the people what they want

Give the people what they want


Give The People What They Want

Jimmy Cliff remains a defining figure in reggae and rocksteady, celebrated for his powerful vocals and enduring influence on Jamaican music. This recording captures his signature ability to blend social commentary with infectious rhythms, a hallmark of his extensive discography. Throughout his career, Cliff has delivered anthems that resonate with listeners across generations, often addressing themes of justice, resilience, and community. The track stands as a testament to his skill in crafting melodies that are both accessible and deeply rooted in the traditions of the genre. As a key artist in the evolution of reggae, Cliff continues to produce work that honors the legacy of the sound while maintaining his distinct artistic identity.


Album Lyrics: Other Songs - Jimmy Cliff


Jimmy Cliff
"Other Songs - Jimmy Cliff"


1. Big Bad John
2. Bongoman
3. Give The People What The Want
4. Hakuna Matata
5. John Crow
6. Johnny Too Bad
7. Let's Go Dancin' (Ooh, La, La, La)
8. No Justice
9. Piece Of The Pie
10. Rise Up
11. Strugglilng Man
12. Terror (September 11th)
13. Waterfall