God Bless The Child
Blessings of Independence: Unveiling the Soulful Wisdom in Diana Ross's 'God Bless The Child'
Lyrics
Them that's God shall get
Those who are considered godly or fortunate will receive blessings.
Them that's not shall lose
Those who are not fortunate may experience loss or deprivation.
So the Bible says
Refers to a biblical statement supporting the idea presented in lines 1-2.
And it still is news
Emphasizes that this concept is still relevant and impactful.
Momma may have
Parents may have wealth or resources.
Poppa may have
Both mother and father may possess material wealth.
But God bless the child
Expresses a blessing for those who are self-sufficient or independent.
That's got his own
Reiterates the blessing for those who have their own resources.
That's got his own
Repetition for emphasis on the importance of self-sufficiency.
Yeah, the strong gets more
Suggests that the strong or powerful individuals gain more.
While the weak ones fade
Contrasts the fate of the strong with the fading of the weak.
Empty pockets don't
Having empty pockets does not lead to success or achievement.
Ever make the grade
Financial hardship does not contribute to one's success.
Momma may have
Similar to lines 6-8, emphasizing that parents may have wealth.
Poppa may have
Reiterates that both parents may possess material resources.
But God bless the child
Repeats the blessing for those who are self-sufficient.
That's got his own
Reaffirms the importance of having one's own resources.
That's got his own
Repetition for emphasis on the blessing of self-sufficiency.
Money, you've got lots of friends
Having money attracts friends, illustrating the influence of wealth.
Crowdin' round the door
People gather around when one has money, but...
When its gone and
...when the money is gone, and spending stops...
Spendin' ends
...friends may no longer be present.
They don't come no more
Emphasizes the transience of friendships based on material wealth.
Rich relations give
Wealthy relatives may offer minimal support.
A crust of bread and such
Even a small favor may be given reluctantly by rich relations.
You can help yourself
Encourages self-reliance but advises moderation in taking from others.
But don't take too much
Warns against excessive dependence on the generosity of others.
Momma may have
Similar to lines 6-8 and 17-19, highlighting parental wealth.
Poppa may have
Reiterates that both parents may possess material resources.
But God bless the child
Repeats the blessing for those who are self-sufficient.
That's got his own
Reaffirms the importance of having one's own resources.
That's got his own
Repetition for emphasis on the blessing of self-sufficiency.
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