Story Behind The Song
I am a lifelong educator and social activist. Extensive travels and work around the globe have convinced me more than ever that we owe it to the children to do right by them!
Song Description
Hopeful plea for caring for all our children - similar vein to Marley's "Three Birds" = very simple, positive lyrics, melody and beat. Children want what they need - and they deserve it!
| Song Length |
2:17 |
Genre |
World - Reggae/Caribbean, Folk - General |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Duet Male |
| Mood |
Cheerful, Welcoming |
Subject |
Life, Hope |
| Similar Artists |
Bob Marley And The Wailers, Paul Simon |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
Children all over
They want the same thing
Children all over
They want the same thing
Clean air to breathe
Clean water to drink
CHORUS
Let's give the children what they want
Let's give the children what they want
Children all over
They want the same thing
Children all over
They want the same thing
Freedom from fear
Something to eat
CHORUS
Children all over
They want the same thing
Children all over
They want the same thing
Treat people like people
No matter their skin
CHORUS
Children all over
They want the same thing
Children all over
They want the same thing
A chance to learn
And some songs to sing
CHORUS
Children all over
They want the same thing
Children all over
They want the same thing
A smile from above
And infinite love
CHORUS/
REPEAT final line
[NOTE: Additional lyrics added here that are not in recorded version]