Verse 1:
- Jackson explores the duality of human nature, acknowledging both positive and negative traits: "Sometime when I think of all the evil that we do, We could change it if we wanted to."
Chorus:
- The chorus asserts that everyone is subject to the same human feelings and experiences: "Human Nature, nothing I can do, Human Nature, nothing I can say, Human Nature, don't blame it on me, Human Nature, it's everywhere I go."
Verse 2:
- Jackson contrasts societal expectations with natural human instincts, highlighting the struggles faced in trying to conform: "People always tell me, Be careful of what you do, And don't go around breaking young girls' hearts, And mother always tells me, Be careful of who you love, And be careful of what you do 'cause the lie becomes the truth."
Chorus:
- The chorus reiterate that regardless of individual actions or circumstances, human nature remains constant and unchangeable.
Verse 3:
- Jackson addresses his own imperfections and insecurities, expressing a desire to be understood: "I'm like a melody in search of a song, Someboday tell me what's wrong with me."
Chorus:
- The chorus emphasises that human nature affects everyone and that no one person can escape its influence.
Bridge:
- Jackson contemplates the cycle of life and death and wonders about the purpose of human existence: "It's too cold outside for angels to fly, Genies in bottles can tell you why, Why you shouldn't go where the wild things roam, I just need to tell you that you'll never be alone, You're not the only one who feels the way you do."
Chorus:
- The repeated chorus serves as a reminder that human nature is a shared experience that unites us all.
Overall, "Human Nature" reflects on the complexities and paradoxes of being human. Jackson combines introspective lyrics and captivating music to deliver a thought-provoking message that encourages self-acceptance, empathy and understanding amid the universal struggles of human nature.