Go the Distance
Alan Menken (Family) Lyrics
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Of a far of place
Where a great, warm, welcome
Will be waiting for me
Where the crowds will cheer
When they see my face
And a voice keeps saying
I will find my way
I can go the distance
I'll be there someday
If I can be strong
I know every mile
Will be worth my while
I would go most anywhere
To feel like I belong
I am on my way
I can go the distance
I don't care how far
Somehow I'll be strong
I knew very mile
Will be with my while
I would go most anywhere
To find where I belong
The song "Go the Distance" performed by Roger Bart and composed by Alan Menken is an anthem for all those who feel out of place in their own world. The lyrics describe a protagonist who is searching for a place where they truly belong. He has a vision of a far-off place where he will be accepted with open arms. The crowd will cheer loudly when he arrives, telling him he belongs there. He believes that he has the strength to go the distance and make his dreams come true, no matter how far he must travel to reach his destination.
The lyrics of "Go the Distance" depicts the universal human desire to find one's place in the world. It inspires people to believe in themselves, to be persistent, and to go to great lengths to find where they belong. It encourages self-discovery, hard work, and perseverance. Through the lyrics, the song tries to communicate the message that the path to reaching one's goals may not be easy, but it is worth it.
Line by Line Meaning
I have often dreamed
I've had recurring dreams
Of a far off place
About a distant land
Where a great, warm, welcome
An inviting and hospitable greeting
Will be waiting for me
Awaits my arrival
Where the crowds will cheer
A congregation of people celebrating
When they see my face
Upon seeing me
And a voice keeps saying
An inner voice tells me
This is where I'm meant to be
It's my destiny to be here
I will find my way
I'll navigate my own path
I can go the distance
I'm capable of achieving great things
I'll be there someday
I'll reach my destination eventually
If I can be strong
So long as I stay resolute
I know every mile
I'm aware of the great distance
Will be worth my while
It's worth the effort
I would go most anywhere
I'd be willing to travel any distance
To feel like I belong
To experience a sense of belonging
I am on my way
I'm en route
I don't care how far
I'm undaunted by the distance
Somehow I'll be strong
I'll find the inner strength
I knew very mile
Each step I take
Will be with my while
Is worth the while
I would go most anywhere
I'd be willing to travel any distance
To find where I belong
To discover my true sense of belonging
Lyrics © Walt Disney Music Company
Written by: ALAN MENKEN, DAVID JOEL ZIPPEL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
The Greek Samurai
absolute legend! what an honour to hear the composition played just the way he composed it
Jeremy Fauvel
One of the greatest Disney songs of all time. Michael Bolton’s version is pure power!
bruce lau
Alan Menken what a Disney Legend 🎹
WillDinoMaster55
So amazing Song ever and Alan Menken is the Best Composter for being this awesome song for Disney Hercules!, I love it! :D
David Newman
He's my favorite person. He's a genius.
BattleFrog
this was beautiful
Ashley Bohnert
Alan menken is my favorite composter
adminator
I know it's a typo, but 'composter' made me laugh so hard lol
adminator
He's one of my favorite composers as well :)
Noah Isuku
@adminator you mean 'composters'