In the rock (and roll) community, Bill Monroe may be best known via one of Elvis Presley's earliest recordings at Sun Records, that of Monroe's 'Blue Moon of Kentucky'. Patsy Cline also made a highly regarded version of this song.
Wicked Path Of Sin
Bill Monroe Lyrics
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On this wicked path of sin
Never thinking of tomorrow
Or what I'd lose in the end
Oh I can hear (oh I can hear) the joy bells ringing
Where my friends (where my friends) and loved ones wait
Oh I can hear the angels singing (sweet singing)
I can hear my savior calling
Saying come unto me
Wash away your sins forever
And you shall rest eternally
Now I'm safe with my Jesus
He will guide me on my way
I will sing His praise forever
We'll meet in heaven some sweet day
The lyrics to Bill Monroe's song Wicked Path Of Sin are an emotional and reflective look at the consequences of living a life full of sinful actions. Monroe's words center around the idea of living each day without any thought of the future or the repercussions of one's actions. The first verse expresses the despair that comes with living in such a way. The singer acknowledges the world's sorrow, but also the path of sin upon which they find themselves. The second verse brings a hint of hope as the singer starts hearing the joy bells ringing, an indicator that there's a better place waiting for them. The chorus then highlights the singers' faith and longing for them to be reunited with their loved ones in heaven. The lyrics are a reminder that one's actions have consequences and that redemption can be found through faith.
Line by Line Meaning
In this awful world of sorrow
In this world filled with sadness and pain
On this wicked path of sin
On this path where I often do wrong and make mistakes
Never thinking of tomorrow
Without considering the consequences of my actions for the future
Or what I'd lose in the end
Without realizing what I would eventually give up or forfeit
Oh I can hear (oh I can hear) the joy bells ringing
I can Imagine the sound of bells ringing loud and jolly
Where my friends (where my friends) and loved ones wait
The place where my companions and dear ones are eagerly waiting
Oh I can hear the angels singing (sweet singing)
I can almost hear the beautiful sound of the angels singing
Just inside (just inside) those pearly gates
Just past the entrance of the shining, white gates I envision
I can hear my savior calling
I hear my redeemer beckoning me
Saying come unto me
Inviting me with open arms
Wash away your sins forever
Cleanse me of my transgressions permanently
And you shall rest eternally
And I shall find eternal peace and solace
Now I'm safe with my Jesus
Now I am at peace with my savior
He will guide me on my way
He will lead me on my path
I will sing His praise forever
I will sing endless hymns of his glory
We'll meet in heaven some sweet day
We will eventually reunite in heaven on a joyous day
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: BILL MONROE
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