Human Being Lyrics
Guns N' Roses
Lyrics
tom shapiro/chuck jones
Jenny's got a nose ring and tattoo on her skin
All her friends are doin' it and she wants to fit in
It's not about rebellion, she just has a need
To feel like she belongs
Her mama takes one look at her and flies into a rage
Says, when you gonna grow up child and learn to act your age
But when a young girl's cry for attention
Lies beyond her mama's comprehension, it's just
Human beings being human
Not sure what they're doing
Trying to do the best they can
Just human beings being human
Every woman, child, and man
Harry's turning 49, his hair is turning gray
Now he's acting like he's longing for his glory days
He buys a harley, dyes his hair, he's lifting weights
And wearing new cologne
His wife of 20 years is worried where it's gonne lead
Will he turn to someone else to fill his every need
Lately she's afraid he's gonna leave her
But he's just doing all he can to keep her, it's just...
Human beings being human
Not sure what they're doing
Trying to do the best they can
Just human beings being human
Every woman, child, and man
Sometimes we doubt, sometimes we fear
Often wonder why we're here
Where do we fit in the plan
We're all bound to make mistakes
And when we do
It helps to understand it's just...
Human beings being human
Not sure what they're doing
Trying to do the best they can
Just human beings being human
Every woman, child, and man
Human beings being human
Not sure what they're doing
Trying to do the best they can
Just human beings being human
Every woman, child, and man
Song & Lyrics Facts
Guns N' Roses released the song "Human Being" on their Use Your Illusion II album in 1991. This hard rock track was written by lead singer Axl Rose and guitarist Slash, with Izzy Stradlin also contributing to the writing of the lyrics.
The band’s classic lineup for this release features Axl Rose (vocals), Slash (lead guitar), Duff McKagan (bass) and Matt Sorum (drums). “Human Being” is a powerful anthem of self-empowerment, urging listeners to remain true to themselves no matter what life throws at them. In late 2020, Guns N' Roses re-released the song as part of the boxed set Not In This Lifetime Selects: Vol. 1 and it was accompanied by a lyric video featuring footage from their live shows. The song remains one of the most beloved tracks from the iconic band's catalogue, and its empowering lyrics have resonated with fans around the world.