Because
Across The Universe/Jim Sturgess Lyrics
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Because the world is round, ah
Because the wind is high, it blows my mind
Because the wind is high, ah
Love is old, love is new
Love is all, love is you
Because the sky is blue, it makes me cry
Because the sky is blue, ah, ah, ah, ah
The lyrics of the song Because by the various artists on the Across The Universe Soundtrack have a beautiful and profound meaning. The song starts with the line "Because the world is round, it turns me on," which implies a sentiment of complete awe and wonder at the very existence of the universe. It speaks to the idea that the world and everything in it is a masterpiece of creation, and its very presence is enough to inspire and amaze us. The song goes on to talk about the beauty of love, how it is both timeless and eternal, and is the one constant in the world that will always remain. The line "because the sky is blue, it makes me cry," is perhaps the most poignant of all. It is a reflection of how the smallest things in life can have a profound impact on us, and how even the most beautiful things can make us feel deeply and emotionally.
Overall, the message of Because is one of gratitude, appreciation, and an understanding that the world is a beautiful, complex, and wondrous place, and we should cherish every moment we have in it.
Line by Line Meaning
Ah, because the world is round, it turns me on
The circular nature of the world fascinates and infatuates me, fulfilling me with excitement and wonder.
Because the wind is high, it blows my mind
The power and strength of the wind astonishes and captivates me, leaving me in a state of amazement.
Love is old, love is new
Love has always existed, and even as time passes, it remains a constant and relevant aspect of human experience.
Love is all, love is you
Love is all-encompassing and can be found within oneself as well as in any and everything around us.
Because the sky is blue, it makes me cry
The vastness and beauty of the blue sky moves me to tears, evoking a profound emotional response within me.
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing
Written by: JOHN LENNON, PAUL MCCARTNEY
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@stranger2two
No, it doesn't! :D.
Jai is from the word 'Vijay', meaning 'Victory'.
In this context, 'Jai' is likely to mean 'All Hail', or all 'All Praise'
'Guru' literally translates to 'teacher', and is still a common name and title.
In some contexts, 'Guru' implies someone who's learned, and well-versed in religious matters, or just an expert; for example: He's a financial mogul and a tech guru.
'Deva' literally means 'God', and the 'a' in 'Deva' is mute/soundless, so it's properly pronounced as the English 'Dave' in Hindi and other related languages. For example, we have 'Kaam Dev', (The God of Love), 'Indra Dev', (The Lord Indra), 'Shani Dev' (The God governing Saturn), and so on.
Now Gurudev could itself imply lots of things, and is unfortunately, erroneously used by 'spiritual masters' in their titles.
So, how much ever I like this song, they could have been trying to be esoteric, or literally thanking some 'guru' they were enamoured with, which could be true, because back then it was the time for these Gurus to appear (The so-called Hippie Period), or it could be just a verse they extracted from a prayer, something which TS Eliot did in his 'The Waste Land'.
PS I am not Indian, just someone who has studied some languages.
@HellYeahCrayal
Had this playing live at my mother's funeral yesterday, this song is just HER and I will always feel warm and happy when I hear it. This and the original are just magical.
@mustlovecorgis9993
Sorry for your loss. It's a fitting tribute--the lyrics are beautiful and the music is indeed magical...as you said.
@Crazychickenlady448
And now there is a hauntingly beautiful version by Evanescence to enjoy!
@user-hk7hz9cn7v
Your mother has returned to the universe. We all will someday. It’s nothing to be afraid of…a celebration of life and a celebration of the universe figuring itself out
@II-rk4uy
This movie made the Beatles' songs more magical and they went ahead and put them into a story. On my top 3 list of all time best movies.
@Pam777mermaid
yeah yeah yeah (8) love the beatles and this movie is one of my favorite musicals all time! MASTERPIECE
@joshc3689
It’s underrated alright! This movie I like. And of course Moulin Rouge and The Greatest Showman are my all time musical movies!
@superjedi4206
Ive watched the movie over 300 times and will continue to haha i feel it, i also love Sweeney todd .
@megmeg9461
Same
@anthonys.8569
@@superjedi4206 you have a great tastes in musicals!