Gloria Gaither (b. March 4, 1942) is a songwriter for gospel music, along with her husband, Bill Gaither. She also sang in the Bill Gaither Trio, one of the most influential groups in recent Christian music.
Gone
Bill & Gloria Gaither Lyrics
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To see the only one I ever loved
Now the moon is shining bright, it lights my pathway tonight
Back to the only one I ever loved
Oh, I know she waits for me, back in ol' Tennessee
She was sent to me from God above
Now the moon is shining bright, it lights my pathway tonight
Oh, I know she waits for me back in ol' Tennessee
She was sent to me from God above
Now the moon is shining bright, it lights my pathway tonight
Back to the only one I ever loved
The lyrics to Bill & Gloria Gaither's song, Gone, evoke themes of love, longing, and the idea of returning home. The song's opening lines, "Summertime is past and gone and I'm on my way back home," sets the stage for an emotional journey of a man who has been away from the only person he's ever loved, but now he's heading back to see her. The moon, with its bright and luminous light, guides him on his path back home where he hopes to reunite with his love. The song's emotive theme is further highlighted when the singer speaks of the woman being "sent to me from God above," indicating a deep spiritual connection between themselves.
The lyrics of 'Gone' is nostalgic in its approach, highlighting the mentality of people who live away from their families or loved ones, and the feeling of loneliness that they might carry. It is an ode to love, homecoming, and togetherness, which are so deeply rooted in human emotions, and thus, the song strikes an emotional chord with the listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
Summertime is past and gone and I'm on my way back home
Summer has ended and I'm returning to my hometown
To see the only one I ever loved
To reunite with the person whom I deeply love
Now the moon is shining bright, it lights my pathway tonight
The moon is illuminating my path as I walk towards my destination
Back to the only one I ever loved
To unite with the person who means everything to me
Oh, I know she waits for me, back in ol' Tennessee
I'm assured that she's waiting for me in our homeland
She was sent to me from God above
I believe that she's a gift from a divine power
Now the moon is shining bright, it lights my pathway tonight
The moon is serving as my guiding light in the darkness of the night
Back to the only one I ever loved
To be with the person who I hold dearest to my heart
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: BILL MONROE
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@deborahnorris373
Let Me Go
'When I come to the end of the road
And the sun has set for me
I want no rites in a gloom filled room
Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little, but not for long
And not with your head bowed low
Remember the love that once we shared
Miss me, but let me go.
For this is a journey we all must take
And each must go alone.
It's all part of the master plan
A step on the road to home.
When you are lonely and sick at heart
Go to the friends we know.
Laugh at all the things we used to do
Miss me, but let me go.'
@wanjirunganga-gichuhi876
This is a supremely encouraging song. Just what I needed this afternoon. The words are for 😭😭😭. The stone is rolled back and yeah Jesus can calm the storm of doubt and can roll your heavy stone away. The orchestra and the choir are for 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾. Jessie was a singer and a performer per excellence. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏. Jesus is alive ! 🇰🇪
@evelynrobinson6134
Hallelujah 🙌 thank you God in Jesus name... 🙏
@helened6896
What a precious brother. He is very missed.
@deborahflowers5992
Our preachers wife an 2 sons sang this 45 years ago in church every Sunday ❤
@mortal2immrotal
If there was an artist in the entire Gospel music that could paint the picture when doing vocals and doing good even on the piano that is the one and only Jessy Dixon junior.
I always sing along whenever I hear his music being played. I believe this will be remembered on judgement day.
@racheldouglas9864
Hallelujah. He's gone and alive. Thank you . Beautiful 😍
@beverlystump5083
Can you imagine the wonderful Choir in Heaven, Jessee,JD Sumner,Elvis Presley, Dottie Rambo,George Jones, and the list goes on.Praise the Lord.
@pastorolabisiadeyinka3096
Jessy is gone, only to meet again in heaven. You've been welcomed home at last great soldier of Christ.
@garysparks3776
I am so thankful that I got to speak to Jessy Dixon. He was very kind. I was amazed how God blessed his singing for Jesus!
@vedachanner2792
Jessy there is no doubt that you was sent here by the Creator and his son Jesus Christ.3 months I came upon your music by listening to Lynda Randal and I listened to his music on utube ever since more than an hour every night.May you find rest in Jesus arms.