Song Meaning

The lyrics paint a portrait of a "Black Boy from Africa" who arrives in a new environment and must adapt to survive. The initial imagery of a "starling finding feed" and a "die step fall" suggests a struggle for sustenance and precarious footing. This individual is compelled to "learn to fit in," "learn the language," and crucially, "learn to profit from it," indicating a process of assimilation driven by necessity and perhaps exploitation. The core tension lies in the duality of the narrator's upbringing and present reality. He had a "Fa-Fa-aather" described as a "myth of your youth," a "Ransom Prince from paradise island," yet he was ultimately "Raised by women." This contrast hints at a complex, perhaps absent or idealized, paternal figure versus the grounding influence of female figures who taught him to navigate the world. The refrain, "Super Natural Women," repeated with "Wonderful Women," acts as an anchor, celebrating the strength and resilience of these women. They seem to provide the guidance and perhaps the very "color for your eyes" that allow the "Black Boy" to "see." The lyrics suggest these women are not just caregivers but essential forces enabling his survival and perception in a world that demands adaptation and profit. This narrative is effective because it grounds abstract concepts of assimilation and identity in concrete, albeit poetic, imagery. The repetition of the "Black Boy from Africa" verse emphasizes the ongoing nature of this adaptation. The ultimate praise for "Super Natural Women" offers a powerful counterpoint, highlighting the vital, almost magical, support system that underpins the struggle.