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Blessed
The Emotions Lyrics


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Mmm, yeah

Blessed that be the ties that bind
Whoa
Blessed that be the ties that bind
Whoa
Blessed that be the ties that bind

Do you ever take the time to concentrate your mind and listen, ooh yeah
(Dancing to the music) To your inner soul
Marvel at the beauty that nature holds
(Spread your wings to freedom)
Erasing from your mind all the doubt you see
Soaring like an eagle to your victory
Your loving heart will guide you, you, you

(Blessed) blessed, (blessed)
Ah, yeah, ooh yeah, yeah
My soul feels good about the ties that bind me and you, and all mankind, together
Together
My soul feels good about the ties that bind me and you, and all mankind, together
Whoa
Blessed that be the ties that bind
Me and you, and all mankind
Whoa, ooh

Glorify your love, place it far above all other, ooh, yeah
(Waken to the power) Of your mother's love
And precious memories (gather little children)
Pull your face in view to the rising sun
(Flame of love) Is a gift to you
Burning to beat of your soul, alright

(Blessed), Blessed, blessed, ooh, yeah, yeah, ooh, yeah, yeah

Blessed, blessed, blessed, blessed, ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh
Blessed, blessed, blessed, blessed, ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh

My soul feels good about the ties that bind me and you, and all mankind, together
Together
Blessed, blessed, blessed, ooh, ooh
Blessed, blessed, blessed ooh, ooh
Blessed, ooh, ooh

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Emotions' song Blessed are a celebration of love and memories. The song glorifies the power of love, placing it above everything else. The lyrics suggest that love is the most important thing in life and that our memories of loved ones keep us connected to them even after they are gone. The line "Precious memories put your place into view" alludes to the fact that our memories of loved ones can be a source of comfort and inspiration.


The lyrics then take a more spiritual turn, with the line "Into the rising sun, my soul feels so kins." This may be interpreted as a spiritual awakening or an uplifting feeling that comes with being in the presence of loved ones, whether they are still physically with us or not. The use of the word "kins" is interesting, as it is not commonly used in this context. It suggests a feeling of closeness and kinship that transcends the physical world.


Overall, the lyrics of Blessed are a moving tribute to love and the power of memories. The song celebrates the importance of love in our lives and suggests that we can find comfort and inspiration through our memories of loved ones.


Line by Line Meaning

Glorified the love place above
I celebrate and honor the divine love that exists above all else


Precious memories put your place into view
Memories of you bring you back into focus, making you feel present and real


Into the rising sun
As the sun rises, there is a feeling of hope and optimism for the future


My soul feels so kind
My innermost being is filled with a sense of goodness and compassion




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Songtrust Ave
Written by: Jerry Eugene Peters, Maurice White

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@lovegoddess777

Mmmmm, yeah
Blessed that be the ties that bind
Whoaaa
Blessed that be the ties that bind
Whoaaa
Blessed that be the ties that bind

Do you ever take the time to concentrate your mind and listen, ooo yeah
Dancing to the music to your inner soul
Marvel at the beauty that nature holds
(Spread your wings to freedom)
Erasing from your mind all the doubt you see
Soaring like an eagle to your victory
Your loving heart will guide you, you, you

Blessed, blessed. Ahhhh, yeah, ohhh yeah, yeah
My soul feels good about the ties that bind me and you, and all mankind, together
Together
My soul feels good about the ties that bind me and you, and all mankind, together
Whoaaa
Blessed that be the ties that bind
Me and you, and all mankind. Whoaaa, ooooo

Glorify your love, place it far above all other, ooooo, yeah
Waken to the power of your mother's love
And precious memories (gather little children)
Pull your face in view to the rising sun
Flame of love is a gift to you
Burning to beat of your soul, alright

Blessed, blessed, ooooooo, yeah, yeah, oooooo, yeah, yeah

Blessed, blessed, blessed, blessed, oo, ooooo
Blessed, blessed, blessed, blessed, oo, ooooo

My soul feels good about the ties that bind me and you, and all mankind, together



All comments from YouTube:

@augustuswhite5211

THE GREATEST HARMONY GROUP EVER.
1)EMOTIONS
2)JONES GIRL
3)LOVE UNLIMED
4)ENVOUGUE
5) 3 DEGREES.

@marie-francoiset9402

SWV is pretty good too!

@aproducernamed2

💯

@aproducernamed2

@@marie-francoiset9402 facts

@jgreen2264

The Andantes from Motown singing on all the fav. over 20,000 songs.
The Sweethearts from Philly TSOP. They sang on all the favs. from Teddy, Patti, etc.
The Waters sang on many favs. as well.

@dannieisKING

AGREED

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@paytonbf1

Maurice White was at his absolute best, with his song writing and production skills, during this time period of the '70's.  I love the vocals by The Emotions on this track.  The entire album, "Rejoice" is an excellent one!

@jackiecondon7170

Exactly! Maurice White is a musical genuis!!

@archiepolk5783

Bryan....I agree!

@percywalker3960

@@archiepolk5783 Without a doubt.Maurice White was a musical genius.His ability to hear and tap out all rythm patterns was top shelf.His collaborations of the Emotions with E.W.F. was and is a musical component that all musical personnel had to,and to this day still have to look up and and give honor and respect.

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