Is there anyone in 2024 ?

Its 2024, let's see how many legends are listening to this incredible song💙

One of my favorites! 70 y/o White boy here!!! RIP Left Eye.

RIP Lisa, we still love you in 2024! ❤❤❤😍😍

Let's all admit. This wasn't in our recommendations. We all searched for it

First Verse: Gang Life Second Verse: AIDS Lefteye Rap: Drug Addiction and Recovery Chorus: If you think your life is rough, it could be far worse chasing after things that are no good for you! Don't be a pinhead! Stay safe!

Even at 51 years old, this song still gives me the chills. I was living life like every character in this video. Been with over 200 women, sold drugs in Baltimore throughout the 80s and 90s, got shot and went to prison for years. This was all after dealing with a dysfunctional family inside of the house and bullied outside of the house. But I'm thankful to still be alive.

52 year old white guy here. I love this song. And yes, I searched for it. I told my wife, oh girl this is my jam. Cause it is. Great song. RIP left eye.

Long Live the memory of guitarist Ed Stroud who played on this sound and many more. He passed away yesterday.

On this day, 18 years ago, the world lost Left Eye. Lisa, wherever you are, your voice will never be forgotten. Keep resting in peace angel✨💙

TLC has been the best female group ever till date

It's priceless to see the girls smile at Left Eye's rap. Love you forever, Lisa.

Chasing Waterfalls" is TLC's way of expressing how people chase intangible dreams with no thought of the consequences. The first verse is talking about an inner city mother-and-son relationship. He is chasing "waterfalls" (money and respect by dealing drugs), but his mother knows this cannot end well. The second verse deals with a man's relationship with a woman. His "waterfall" is casual sex - he has a "natural obsession for temptation." This could mean he is cheating on someone or the woman he is seeing is cheating on someone. Either way, he contracts HIV and dies ("three letters took him to his final resting place"). TLC were big on AIDS awareness - Left Eye would often wear condoms attached to her clothes and in her glasses to promote safe sex.

This song is so powerful, raw, and real. T- Boz did exactly as they said and "got the message across without seeming like we were preaching." It also dispelled the myth back then that you couldn't get HIV/AIDS from a woman and the fact that they showed a white, heterosexual couple with the disease shows that it wasn't just a "gay and/or African American only" disease. The purpose of rap and hip hop is to spread awareness of social issues and give lessons as well as being entertainment. They did a great job.

2024 still listening to this Golden piece🤳

I like this song so much because it's like a friendly warning about life's challenges and risks. It talks about the temptations and dangers that people face, urging them to stick to the safer path. The lyrics use the metaphor of chasing waterfalls instead of sticking to rivers and lakes that you're used to. It's like saying, "Don't go after big, risky dreams that might lead to trouble. Stick to what you know is safe and steady." The song reflects on issues like HIV/AIDS and drug abuse, advising listeners to be cautious and make wise choices.

At 3:50 Lyrics by Left Eye: Ah c'mon I seen a rainbow yesterday But too many storms have come and joined Leavin' a trace of not one God-given ray Is it because my life is ten shades of gray I pray, all ten fade away seldom praise Him for the sunny days And like His promise is true only my faith can undo The many chances I blew to bring my life to anew Clear and blue and unconditional Skies have dried the tears from my eyes, no more lonely cries My only bleedin' hope is for the folk who can't cope With such an endurin' pain that it keeps them in the pourin' rain Who's to blame for tootin' caine into your own vein What a shame, you shoot and aim for someone else's brain You claim the insane and ain't this day and time for fallin' Prey to crime I say the system got you victim to your mind Dreams are hopeless aspirations in hopes of coming true Believe in yourself, the rest is up to me and you She killed it in this song.

Lisa’s part meant so much to her with everything that she was dealing with at the time of this video RIP QUEEN LISA

Lisa left eye was TALENTED. SHE WROTE THIS WHOLE SONG

This song is freakin 30 years old and the beat is still sick and is never old!

It is truly amazing how we all loved this song as kids, without realizing the true meaning until we were older.

R.I.P Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes 1971-2002 😔😭 A real legend🙏

This song from TLC never dies. 🥹

RIP Left Eye 🥺 you were truly gifted! The TCL documentary was great. Amazing song!

The message in this song is still relevant.

Left Eye's flow was so unique. RIP beauty.

I seen a rainbow yesterday… timeless! Rip Lisa!

Who's listening 2024?

Rest In Peace Left Eye. She woulda been 50 today. Taken way too soon 😢

[Verse 3: Left Eye] I seen a rainbow yesterday, but too many storms have come and gone Leaving a trace of not one God-given ray Is it because my life is ten shades of gray I pray, all ten fade away Seldom praise Him for the sunny days And like his promise is true Only my faith can undo the many chances I blew to bring my life to anew Clear and blue and unconditional skies Have dried the tears from my eyes No more lonely cries My only bleeding hope Is for the folk who can't cope with such an enduring pain That it keeps them in the pouring rain Who's to blame for tooting 'caine into your own vein What a shame, you shoot and aim for someone else's brain You claim the insane And name this day in time For falling prey to crime I say the system's got you victim to your own mind Dreams are hopeless aspirations in hopes of coming true Believe in yourself, the rest is up to me and you

Mother-son relationship, when there may be no one else in the home. Mother acutely feels lost opportunities in what happened to son. Then, there's something we'd not seen before, how TLC women shot this video. The "waterfall shapes" & the "what looked like "holographic images." TLC was a culture. They were a definite time period in the 90s. It's legendary.

Don't go chasing waterfalls, 🎶 true statement

"Don't go chasing waterfalls Please stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to" - Klaus Hargreeves - 1963

This song is deeper than 9 year old me realized...

Oooh my word this music is still my groove...I am 45 years old ...thank God for these beautiful souls...God bless you all

Your music group saved my life 30 years ago. ✊🏿✊🏽✊🏿

Man they were a force at this time. R.I.P. Lisa Left-Eye

I miss songs like this 😭 my generation is so messed up.

30 years and this song still hits hard

RIP Left Eye. GOAT female rapper

R.I.P. Lisa!! :'( I hate it when they play this song on the radio and they skip your rap part. So fckn hate it!!

Left Eye’s rap still sounds so dope many years later!!! RIP baby girl

Where my 80’s babies at? I’m 1986 and remember exactly when this video aired. It was such a BIG deal to make a message about HIV back then. The song STILL applies to this day!

Lisa's poem is my favorite part. Especially when she talks about how raw she was when she wrote it. ❤

i'm not missing waterfalls for this, WATERFALLS IS MY JAM!

this song is a lot darker than I realised it was when I was younger

One of the best beats I've ever heard. And that bass line is awesome.

Rip to left eye she's been with god now for 22 years may she continue to rip!!!

Klaus Hargreeves words of wisdom

The moment when the boy's spirit tried to hug his mother. I FELT that...😢

Beautiful song, beautiful girls, beautiful message.

I didn't search for it it is part of my playlist....hanging tough in 2024

Waterfalls is one of the greatest and most meaningful songs of all time. Its basically about not taking life for granted and not giving into temptation. Lisa's part is so poignant and iconic! Nearly 30 years later its message is still relevant in 2022. Their will never be an era of music like the 90s! Long live the 90s and TLC! Rest in peace Left-eye.

I never realized how sad this song was...

We love you Left Eye❤️❤️❤️

Still pumping in 2024, April. TLC Forever.

We were too young to understand the deep message of this masterpiece... Now that we're older it hits harder. 😭 😭

Lisa killed that verse. So much truth😥. ❤️RIHeaven beautiful.

So many years later, that’s still one of the sickest rap interludes ever. Rest easy, Left Eye.

Nov 9 2023 and this is still one of very fav songs by tlc❤❤ miss the 90s. We have lost so many along the way, family, friends, stars😢

This song is timeless. And the lyrics are still relevant.. RIP Left Eye

Left Eye killed it with the rap, R.I.P mama 🙏🏽

This song takes me back to high school. Love TLC and this song so much! RIP Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes 🙏❤

anybody here 2024???

I think metaphorically this song is about not taking risks so fast, especially when you don't know what you're getting into. The lakes and rivers is safety, and the waterfalls are risks. Like that old saying think before you act, that's the same for living in extremes, the more you get in to it, the more it'll cost you your life. We need more songs like this that gives you a message about how to live a balanced life.

This song takes me way back

As a crazy white boy who loves Rock & Roll. A good song is where you find it, and this is a very good song ! The music, the lyrics, the video it's all there, damn I loved the 1990's !

As an adult, I finally understand the "three letters took him to his final resting place" line.

Did you know the part that says"three letters took him to his final resting place" it's about HIV? This song treats about drug addiction but also about HIV. 3:04

Looks like we’re getting older but this song will never get old.

Very nostalgic song now, brought it back to the good days😊

Love Waterfalls So many good memories! ☮💜

90's = Best music videos

I can't belive there are humans that don't know TLC exist.

Almost 30 years later, Chilli and TBoz are still just as beautiful. I wish I could say the same about Left Eye. RIP Lisa Lopez!❤

The message does not age, it is always current. T-Boz, Chili & Left Eye told it very clear. The Hip Hop Soul Princesses

I did not realize this was song was this sad when I was younger....

Lefteye's verse ain't nothing but the truth. Even in today's society. That girl was pure genius with her lyrical content. There will never be another!❤

This is one of my favorite songs of all times. You can't even describe what they did for music. I believe the still wold have been making music for the masses if they were all here on earth with us. Exceptional group.

Rip to a legend Lisa ❤❤❤

Lisa "Left - Eye" Lopes! Forever in our hearts! 🕯️

Who's listening during the 2020 Quarantine?

That whole waterfall scene is iconic !! I remember when I first seen that , I was in love

I really miss the teenage years now.

Left Eye was one of the coolest 90s chicks. She hosted that rap competition on MTV too, which really showcased her killer personality. RIP Lisa!

This song has the benefit of both being catchy and meaningful. RIP Lisa, We’ll stick to the rivers and lakes

RIP Rico Wade. RIP Left Eye

RIP Lisa missed but not forgotten by all your fans

Dont go Jason Waterfalls! RIP Jason

Who's here because you've just always loved TLC and you came on your own?

We’re so blessed to had experience these times ❤

I’m 25 years old and I love this song! This music is timeless. RIP Left Eye.

A lonely mother gazing out of her window Staring at a son that she just can't touch If at any time he's in a jam she'll be by his side But he doesn't realize he hurts her so much But all the praying just ain't helping at all 'Cause he can't seem to keep his self out of trouble So, he goes out and he makes his money the best way he know how Another body laying cold in the gutter Listen to me Don't go chasing waterfalls Please stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to I know that you're gonna have it your way or nothing at all But I think you're moving too fast Little precious has a natural obsession for temptation But he just can't see She give him loving that his body can't handle But all he can say is, "Baby, it's good to me" One day he goes and takes a glimpse in the mirror But he doesn't recognize his own face His health is fading and he doesn't know why Three letters took him to his final resting place Y'all don't hear me Don't go chasing waterfalls Please stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to I know that you're gonna have it your way or nothing at all But I think you're moving too fast I seen rainbow yesterday But too many storms have come and gone Leavin' a trace of not on God-given ray Is it because my life is ten shades of gray I pray all ten fade away Seldom praise Him for the sunny days And like his promise is true Only my faith can undo The many chances I blew To bring my life to anew Clear blue and unconditional skies Have dried the tears from my eyes No more lonely cries My only bleedin' hope Is for the folk who can't cope Wit such an endurin' pain That it keeps 'em in the pourin' rain Who's to blame For tootin' caine in your own vein What a shame You shoot and aim for someone else's brain You claim the insane And name this day in time For fallin prey to crime I say the system got you victim to your own mind Dreams are hopeless aspirations In hopes of comin' true Believe in yourself The rest is up to me and you Don't go chasing waterfalls Please stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to I know that you're gonna have it your way or nothing at all But I think you're moving too fast Don't go chasing waterfalls Please stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to I know that you're gonna have it your way or nothing at all But I think you're moving too fast

This is when music had a REAL MEANING

Rest in Peace Rico Wade

RIP Rico Wade and Left Eye 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

I think people tend to overlook at how monumental this song/video was and is. Not only for the message but the overall impact it made when it premiered. TLC as a group brought urban and social awareness to the forefront of pop culture at a time when soceity was plagued by stigma. They literally made the world stop and pay attention to the relevance of African American youth and the hiv/aids epidemic. No female group has ever dominated in the many ways TLC has. They were the first.

If you listening this during corona quarantine your taste of music is immaculate

Thank you All The Saints in Heaven.Glory to Our Kingdom Heaven ❤

Maaaan this song and video changed my LIFE!!!! I Will never forget the feeling that went thru me when i seen this video! Thank you forever TLC!!! LOVE Y'ALL!🙌🏾💖✨️💯🙏🏾