God Bless the Child
God Bless the Independent Soul: Unveiling the Wisdom in Billie Holiday's Song
Lyrics
Them that's got shall have
Those who have wealth will continue to prosper.
Them that's not shall lose
Those who lack will suffer losses.
So the Bible said and it still is news
This concept is mentioned in the Bible, and it remains relevant today.
Mama may have, Papa may have
Parents may possess material things.
But God bless the child that's got his own
But blessings go to the child who is self-sufficient.
That's got his own
Reiteration of the blessing for those who have their own.
Yes, the strong gets more
The strong continue to accumulate more.
While the weak ones fade
The weak fade away, lacking in prosperity.
Empty pockets don't ever make the grade
Financial struggles hinder success.
Mama may have, Papa may have
Parents may possess material things.
But God bless the child that's got his own
Blessings are for the child who is self-sufficient.
That's got his own
Reiteration of the blessing for those who have their own.
Money, you've got lots of friends
Wealth attracts many friends.
Crowding round the door
Friends gather when you have money.
When you're gone, spending ends
Once the money is gone, so are the friends.
They don't come no more
People abandon you in times of financial difficulty.
Rich relations give
Wealthy relatives offer minimal support.
Crust of bread and such
They provide basic necessities, like a crust of bread.
You can help yourself
Self-sufficiency is encouraged, but with moderation.
But don't take too much
Caution against excessive greed.
Mama may have, Papa may have
Parents may possess material things.
But God bless the child that's got his own
Blessings are for the child who is self-sufficient.
That's got his own
Reiteration of the blessing for those who have their own.
Mama may have, Papa may have
Parents may possess material things.
But God bless the child that's got his own
Blessings are for the child who is self-sufficient.
That's got his own
Reiteration of the blessing for those who have their own.
He just don't worry 'bout nothin'
The self-sufficient individual faces life without worry.
'Cause he's got his own
Because they have their own resources.
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