Pass It On
Arnel Aquino SJ Lyrics
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To get a fire going
All of those around
Can warm up in its glowing
That's how it is with god's love
Once you've experienced it
You want to show
The whole wide world
All it takes is a smile
To get a smile going
All of those around
Can warm up in its glowing
Thats how it is with god's smile
Once you've experienced it
You want to show the whole wide world
You want to pass it on
And so to you to my friends
My sisters and my brothers
I bring to you a song
Of love to one another
Thats how it is with gods love
Once you've experienced it
You want to show the whole wide world
You want to pass it on
I shout it from the mountain top
I want my world to know
The lord of hosts has come to me
I want to pass it on
The lyrics of Arnel Aquino SJ's song "Pass It On" speaks about the contagious nature of love and joy once it is experienced. The opening lines "All it takes is a spark, To get a fire going" refers to the idea that love and joy can start from something small or seemingly insignificant, and yet can spread and warm up everyone around us. The lines "That's how it is with god's love, Once you've experienced it, You want to show, The whole wide world, You want to pass it on" highlights the power of God's love and how it can transform our lives and inspire us to share it with others.
The anthemic chorus refrain, "You want to pass it on" is a call to action for listeners to share the love and joy they have experienced with others. The lyrics "And so to you to my friends, My sisters, and my brothers" speaks to the idea that this love and joy is meant to be shared with everyone, regardless of their relationship or background.
Overall, "Pass It On" is a song that speaks to the beauty and power of sharing love and joy with others. Through its inspiring lyrics and catchy melody, the song encourages listeners to embrace the spirit of generosity and kindness and to spread love wherever they go.
Line by Line Meaning
All it takes is a spark
A small action can initiate a bigger reaction.
To get a fire going
To create something that is powerful and transformative.
All of those around
Everyone, including you and me.
Can warm up in its glowing
Can be inspired and moved by its positive effect.
That's how it is with god's love
This is how God's love works- it spreads and warms everyone around it.
Once you've experienced it
After feeling God's love yourself.
You want to show
You are compelled to demonstrate and share it.
The whole wide world
Everyone, everywhere.
You want to pass it on
You want to share God's love with others.
All it takes is a smile
A simple gesture can be powerful enough to brighten someone's day.
That's how it is with god's smile
This is how God's smile works - it has the power to brighten someone's day.
And so to you to my friends
To everybody who knows me.
My sisters and my brothers
My fellow human beings.
I bring to you a song
I share a message of hope and joy.
Of love to one another
About loving and supporting each other.
I shout it from the mountain top
I proclaim it publicly with enthusiasm.
I want my world to know
I want everyone around me to hear and understand.
The Lord of hosts has come to me
God has touched me and blessed me.
I want to pass it on
I want to share this blessing with others.
Writer(s): traditional
Contributed by Kayla G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.