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- Food For Thought Lyrics / with translationsIvory madonna dying in the dust,
Waiting for the manna coming from the west.
Barren is her bosom, empty as her eyes,
Death a certain harvest scattered from the skies.
Skin and bones is creeping, does`nt know he`s dead.
Ancient eyes are peeping, from his infant head.
Politician`s argue sharpening their knives.
Drawing up their bargains, trading baby lives.
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Ivory madonna dying in the dust,
Waiting for the manna coming from the west.
Hear the bells are ringing, christmas on it`s way.
Hear the angels singing, what is that they say?
Eat and drink rejoicing, joy is here to stay.
Jesus son of mary is born again today.
(chorus)
Ivory madonna dying in the dust,
Waiting for the manna coming from the west.
Ivory madonna dying in the dust,
Waiting for the manna coming from the west.
Waiting for the manna coming from the west.
Barren is her bosom, empty as her eyes,
Death a certain harvest scattered from the skies.
Skin and bones is creeping, does`nt know he`s dead.
Ancient eyes are peeping, from his infant head.
Politician`s argue sharpening their knives.
Drawing up their bargains, trading baby lives.
(chorus)
Ivory madonna dying in the dust,
Hear the bells are ringing, christmas on it`s way.
Hear the angels singing, what is that they say?
Eat and drink rejoicing, joy is here to stay.
Jesus son of mary is born again today.
(chorus)
Ivory madonna dying in the dust,
Waiting for the manna coming from the west.
Ivory madonna dying in the dust,
Waiting for the manna coming from the west.
Facts about Food For Thought
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Food For Thought is written by Terrence Oswald Wilson, Brian Travers, Jim Brown, Norman Hassan, Ali Campbell, Earl Falconer, Michael Virtue, Robin Campbell.
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It is first released on November 11, 1980 as part of Ub40's album "Signing Off" which includes 22 tracks in total.
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When we search for the deeper meaning hidden within the lines, the song 'Food For Thought' by UB40 uses the metaphor of an ivory madonna dying in the dust to symbolize the suffering and neglect of marginalized people, while politicians are depicted as indifferent and focused on their own agendas. The lyrics create a comparison between Christmas celebrations and poverty and injustice which exists in society. The Food for thought lyrics express despair and anguish and loneliness while making social remarks and demonstrating happiness. The song reveals how despair and loss connect to political critique which leads to hope and rebirth. The lyrics contain themes of death and political commentary that may not be suitable for younger children, suggesting parental guidance is advised. The absence of explicit language and violence and drug use prevents the content from receiving a higher rating.
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Food For Thought falls under the genre Reggae.
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Food For Thought song length is 4 minutes and 10 seconds.
Who wrote Food For Thought lyrics?
Food For Thought is written by Terrence Oswald Wilson, Brian Travers, Jim Brown, Norman Hassan, Ali Campbell, Earl Falconer, Michael Virtue, Robin Campbell.
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When was Food For Thought released?
It is first released on November 11, 1980 as part of Ub40's album "Signing Off" which includes 22 tracks in total.
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What is the meaning behind Food For Thought lyrics?
When we search for the deeper meaning hidden within the lines, the song 'Food For Thought' by UB40 uses the metaphor of an ivory madonna dying in the dust to symbolize the suffering and neglect of marginalized people, while politicians are depicted as indifferent and focused on their own agendas. The lyrics create a comparison between Christmas celebrations and poverty and injustice which exists in society. The Food for thought lyrics express despair and anguish and loneliness while making social remarks and demonstrating happiness. The song reveals how despair and loss connect to political critique which leads to hope and rebirth. The lyrics contain themes of death and political commentary that may not be suitable for younger children, suggesting parental guidance is advised. The absence of explicit language and violence and drug use prevents the content from receiving a higher rating.
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Which genre is Food For Thought?
Food For Thought falls under the genre Reggae.
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How long is the song Food For Thought?
Food For Thought song length is 4 minutes and 10 seconds.
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these lyrics are submitted by kaanSongwriter(s): Terrence Oswald Wilson, Brian Travers, Jim Brown, Norman Hassan, Ali Campbell, Earl Falconer, Michael Virtue, Robin Campbell
Record Label(s): 2010 The copyright in this sound recording is owned by Virgin Records Ltd
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