Man to man is so unjust, children
You don’t know who to trust
Your worst enemy could be your best friend
And your best friend your worst enemy
Some will eat and drink with you
Then behind them su-su ‘pon you
Only your friend know your secrets
So only he could reveal it
And who the cap fit, let them wear it
Who the cap fit, let them wear it
Said I throw me corn, me no call no fowl
I saying, “Cook-cook-cook, cluk-cluk-cluk”
Some will hate you, pretend they love you now
Then behind they try to eliminate you
But who Jah bless, no one curse
Thank God, we’re past the worst
Hypocrites and parasites
Will come up and take a bite
And if your night should turn to day
A lot of people would run away
And who the stock fit let them wear it
Who the cap fit let them wear it
And then I gonna throw me corn
And then I gonna call no fowl
And then I gonna “Cook-cook-cook”
Mmm, yeah, “cluk-cluk-cluk”
Some will eat and drink with you
Then behind them su-su ‘pon you
And if night should turn to day, now
A lot of people would run away
And who the cap fit, let them wear it
Who the cap fit, let them wear it
Throw me corn, me no call no fowl
I banging “Cook-cook-cook, cluk-cluk-cluk”
Throw me corn (cook-cook-cook)
Me call no fowl (cluk-cluk-cluk)
Trust and Betrayal in Everyday Life
“Who The Cap Fit” by Bob Marley is a timeless exploration of trust, betrayal, and the complex nature of human relationships. Marley uses vivid imagery and Jamaican proverbs to highlight the unpredictable nature of friendships, warning that those closest to us may not always have our best interests at heart. The phrase “who the cap fit, let them wear it” serves as a powerful message of personal accountability, suggesting that those who recognize themselves in these words should reflect on their actions. With references to hypocrisy and the revelation of secrets, Marley creates a relatable narrative that resonates with anyone who’s faced deception or disloyalty from unexpected sources.
Song Credits
Artist: Bob Marley
Songwriters: Bob Marley, Carlton Barrett
Release Year: 1976
Label: Island Records