Once Upon A Time
Alex Keren Lyrics


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Once upon a time
People were living so peacefully
Living on the smile
And sharing what was all around
One day came a time
When money could even buy your soul,
Yes one day came a time,
Yeah, the evil of all

These are my worries
So long as I am here
But I'll never worry
So long as you are near

These are my worries
So long as I am here
But I'll never worry
So long...

Once upon a time
People were living so happily
Living on the kiss
And sharing what was all around
One day came a time
When money could even buy your soul,
Yes one day came a time,
The evil of all

These are my worries
So long as I am here
But I'll never worry
So long as you are near

These are my worries
So long as I am here
But I'll never worry
So long...

I'll never worry




No no I'll never worry
[x2]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Once Upon a Time" convey a feeling of nostalgia and lamentation for a time when people lived more simply and happily. It begins by painting a picture of a peaceful community where people shared their resources and joys. However, this idyllic world is disrupted by the arrival of money and greed. The phrase "money could even buy your soul" implies that people have become willing to sacrifice their values and morals for the sake of financial gain. The song seems to suggest that this kind of corruption is the root of all evil in society.


The chorus reassures the listener that despite all these worries, they need not fear as long as they have someone they love and trust by their side. The repetition of "these are my worries, so long as I am here, but I'll never worry so long as you are near" emphasizes the importance of companionship and connection in navigating through difficult times. The repetition of "I'll never worry" at the end of the song reinforces this sentiment and conveys a sense of hope.


Overall, the lyrics of "Once Upon a Time" convey a longing for a simpler and more just society and a belief in the power of love and relationships to overcome hardship.


Line by Line Meaning

Once upon a time
In the past, there was a time when things were better


People were living so peacefully
Everyone coexisted without conflict


Living on the smile
Happiness was derived from the little things in life


And sharing what was all around
People generously shared the resources they had


One day came a time
Eventually, something changed


When money could even buy your soul,
Greed became all-consuming


Yes one day came a time,
The world became corrupted


Yeah, the evil of all
It was the embodiment of all things wicked


These are my worries
This is what troubles me


So long as I am here
As long as I exist


But I'll never worry
Because I have you by my side


So long as you are near
Your presence comforts me


I'll never worry
With you, I will always be okay


No no I'll never worry
I am certain that you will always be there for me




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