That's The Way Of The World
Earth Wind & Fire Lyrics
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Take you high and higher to the world you belong
Hearts of fire creates love desire
High and higher to your place on the throne
We come together on this special day
Sing our message loud and clear
Looking back, we've touched on sorrowful days
You will find peace of mind
If you look way down in your heart and soul
Don't hesitate 'cause the world seems cold
Stay young at heart, 'cause you're never, never old
That's the way of the world
Plant your flower and you grow a pearl
Child is born with a heart of gold
Way of the world makes his heart so cold
Hearts of fire create love desire take you
High and higher to the world you belong
Hearts of fire love desire
High and higher, yeah yeah yeah
Hearts of fire love desire
Ahh higher
We come together on this special day
Sung our message loud and clear
Looking back, we've touched on sorrowful days
Future disappears
You will find peace of mind
If you look way down in your heart and soul
Don't hesitate 'cause the world seems cold
Stay young at heart, 'cause you're never, never, never
That's the way of the world
Plant your flower and you grow a pearl
Child is born with a heart of gold
Way of the world makes his heart so cold
Hearts of fire, love desire
High and higher, yeah yeah
Hearts of fire, love desire
The lyrics to Earth Wind & Fire's "That's the Way of the World" speak of the power of love to lift people up and bring them together despite the sorrows and struggles of life. The song uses vivid metaphors of hearts on fire and flowers growing pearls to express the intensity and beauty of love, and encourages listeners to stay young at heart and find peace within themselves. The repeated phrase "that's the way of the world" suggests that love is a fundamental part of human experience, and that by embracing it, we can transcend the coldness and discord of the world around us.
The opening lines, "Hearts of fire create love desire / Take you high and higher to the world you belong," evoke a sense of passion and purpose, suggesting that love can elevate us to our true destinies. The chorus repeats the phrase "hearts of fire love desire, high and higher," emphasizing the transformative power of love and its ability to take us to new heights. The verse, "Child is born with a heart of gold / Way of the world makes his heart so cold," expresses a poignant truth about the way that life can harden and embitter us, while also suggesting that the purity and beauty of love is something innate and enduring that we must hold onto throughout our lives.
Overall, "That's the Way of the World" is a powerful call to embrace love and compassion as the guiding forces in our lives, and to find strength and hope in our connection to one another.
Line by Line Meaning
Hearts of fire creates love desire
The intense passion in our hearts sparks our desire for love and connection.
Take you high and higher to the world you belong
Through love, we can elevate ourselves to our true place in the world.
High and higher to your place on the throne
Our love and passion can empower us to reach new heights and achieve our goals.
We come together on this special day
We gather together to celebrate and communicate a message of unity and hope.
Sing our message loud and clear
We express our message with conviction and clarity, reaching out to others through song.
Looking back, we've touched on sorrowful days
We reflect on our past struggles and experiences of pain and sadness.
Future pass, they disappear
The future holds promise, and our difficulties of the past will fade away.
You will find peace of mind
Through introspection and connection with our inner selves, we can find inner peace.
If you look way down in your heart and soul
Our deepest truths lie within, and we must dig deep to find them.
Don't hesitate 'cause the world seems cold
We must not let the challenges of the world prevent us from pursuing our desires and aspirations.
Stay young at heart, 'cause you're never, never old
A youthful spirit and mindset can keep us vibrant and full of possibility throughout our lives.
That's the way of the world
This is the nature of life and the human condition.
Plant your flower and you grow a pearl
By nurturing our passions and aspirations, we can cultivate something of great beauty and value.
Child is born with a heart of gold
We all have the capacity for goodness and purity within us from birth.
Way of the world makes his heart so cold
The harsh realities of life can cause us to lose touch with our inherent goodness and become hardened.
Hearts of fire, love desire
Our intense emotions and desires propel us forward in our pursuit of love and connection.
High and higher, yeah yeah
Through our love and passion, we can continually reach for greater heights.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Verdine White, Maurice White, Charles Stepney
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Hearts of fire creates love desire
Take you high and higher to the world you belong
Hearts of fire creates love desire
High and higher to your place on the throne
We've come together on this special day
To sing our message loud and clear
Looking back we've touched on sorrowful days
Future pass, they disappear
You will find peace of mind
If you look way down in your heart and soul
I don't hesitate 'cause the world seems cold
Stay young at heart 'cause you're never (never, never, ..) old at heart
That's the way of the world
Plant your flower and you grow a pearl
A child is born with a heart of gold
The way of the world makes his heart grow cold
@jeffkopp1604
When I was 15 I had a bus driver named Phyllis, heavyset middle age African American grandma, I was usually the last one on the bus and I’d move to the front of the bus to talk to her. She loved to sing this song and she told me everything you need to know about life is contained in this song. I’ve had many angels touch my life, chokes me up to know she’s no longer here, but her words live on, as I pass them to you.
@margaretcarmelatocchio8991
Thanks Jeff, I agree with Phyllis about this song and it’s wisdom… sometimes it’s the unexpected souls who grace our lives the most, even if it’s for but a moment in time… God Bless you ❤🙏
@jeffkopp1604
@@margaretcarmelatocchio8991 right back at ya! ❤️🙏
@LuisGarcia-kn3rk
Love Your soul!!
@margaretcarmelatocchio8991
@@LuisGarcia-kn3rk the soul…. More real than the body, it’s just that it’s invisible! But it’s Eternal! 😘
@denisestorey6923
💔😭🙏
@joshualowe959
Anyone listening in 2024???
@redfullpack
Me. But 2024 this song lyrics is no longer the way of this chaotic world
@drsteffo
Me :) Always since the 70s as a white kid in Sweden.
@user-cu3dv6mb4i
Me I like old music and I'm 13 I have an old soul