(We are reincarnated souls from that time)
And we are living on earth
Heat air and water (This time)
(We are reincarnated souls from that time)
And we are living on earth
Heat air and water (This time)
In the beginning was the word
And the word manifested itself in the flesh
Which even became man, all because of the divine plan
Man being lowered and the angel
Over all the earth was he given dominion
He devised his own destruction
(But the word lives on and on)
(He who is weary)Let him come hither
(He who has eyes to see)Let him look yonder
(All who are thirsty)Let them drink clear water
(Drink water, drink water)
(We are reincarnated souls from that time)
And we are living on earth
Heat air and water (This time)
(We are reincarnated souls from that time)
And we are living on earth
Heat air and water (This time)
Nothing is new under the sun;
All has been here since time begun
With all the years we spent
(Only changing names protect the innocent)
Like seed that is planted by the water
A prayer to die before new birth
Changing its form to another
Taking on a structure just as the first
(He who is weary)Let him come hither
(He who has eyes to see)Let him look yonder
(All who are thirsty)Let them drink clear water
(Drink water, drink water)
Exploring the Message of Reincarnated Souls
Bob Marley’s “Reincarnated Souls” is a philosophical journey through themes of existence, spirituality, and renewal. The lyrics evoke the idea of souls returning to Earth, bound by cycles of life driven by elemental forces: heat, air, and water. Marley intertwines biblical references, like “In the beginning was the word,” with his own Rastafarian roots, suggesting that humanity is part of a grand, divine plan. The song ponders the repetitive nature of existence—”Nothing is new under the sun”—and the transformative process of spiritual rebirth, using metaphors of seeds and water to symbolize change and growth. There’s a call for openness and renewal, inviting listeners who are weary or thirsty to seek wisdom and refreshment, both literal and spiritual.
Song Credits
Artist: Bob Marley
Song Title: Reincarnated Souls