Lyrics
Couldn’t wait much longer somebody had to do it
Expressing urgency and the need for action; someone had to take a step.
This is black black black history music
Stating that the song is a representation of black history through music.
All people included
Emphasizing inclusivity by saying all people are part of this history.
Itʼs a movement lets move it
Referring to the song as a movement and encouraging action.
rIde a bus to get to it
Mentioning the symbolic act of riding a bus, possibly alluding to Rosa Parks.
All the fuss deep rooted
Addressing deep-rooted issues and challenges that come with the cause.
When you’re up against the yah yah yah we gone get through it
Facing challenges but expressing determination to overcome them.
Ms. Rosa wasn’t having it she was tired that day
Referring to Rosa Parks' refusal to give up her seat on a bus, a key moment in civil rights history.
She looked at the police and she said no way
Describing Rosa Parks' defiance toward the police and segregation.
Bless her heart Rosa Parks she was the spark for MLK!
Crediting Rosa Parks as the catalyst for Martin Luther King Jr.'s involvement in the civil rights movement.
He was a preacher. He was teacher. He was great strong black leader.
Reiterating Martin Luther King Jr.'s roles as a preacher, teacher, and a strong black leader.
He was a preacher. He was teacher. He was great strong black leader.
-He was a preacher. He was teacher. He was great strong black leader.
-MLK that way! A national treasure
Referring to MLK as a national treasure.
They tried to put us down when we knew that we were better
Reflecting on overcoming challenges and oppression.
M-I-Crooked Letter Crooked Letter-I Crooked Letter Crooked Letter-I-P-P-I
Spelling out "Mississippi" and possibly referencing a geographical connection to civil rights struggles.
People together stepping out smoother than a cashmere Morehouse sweater
Describing unity and smooth collaboration for a common cause.
Put a hummmm on this line for the Queen name Coretta Scott King never forget her
Honoring Coretta Scott King, wife of MLK, with a reference to a Morehouse sweater.
He rocked the mic and paid the price for Civil Rights
Highlighting MLK's activism and the sacrifices made for civil rights.
He gave his life under so much pressure
Emphasizing the pressure and challenges faced by MLK.
He was a preacher. He was teacher. He was great strong black leader!
Repeating MLK's roles as a preacher, teacher, and a great strong black leader for emphasis.
He was a preacher. He was teacher. He was great strong black leader!
-He was a preacher. He was teacher. He was great strong black leader!
-Willy Wow hey we lit for every crowd had teach da kids something
Mentioning DJ Willy Wow's role in educating and entertaining crowds.
Cuz we shall overcome da whole world knows his name He made people #1
Stating that MLK's influence is recognized globally, making people prioritize unity.
Martin dreaming tag teaming so you could have your freedom
Referencing Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream and the collaborative effort for freedom.
Up in DC speaking On the microphone leading
Describing MLK's public speaking role, particularly in Washington, DC.
A Real deal Super Hero trying make you equal
Portraying MLK as a real-life superhero fighting for equality.
When that talk was illegal he did it for the people
Highlighting MLK's bravery in addressing issues that were once considered illegal to discuss.
He is the reason why America flies like an Eagle!
Crediting MLK for contributing to America's progress and freedom.
He was a preacher. He was teacher. He was great strong black leader!
Reiterating MLK's roles as a preacher, teacher, and a great strong black leader.
He was a preacher. He was teacher. He was great strong black leader!
-He was a preacher. He was teacher. He was great strong black leader!
-Excerpt from Dr. Martin Luther King’s speech: “I Have A Dream”
Quoting an excerpt from MLK's famous "I Have a Dream" speech, emphasizing his vision for equality.
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