Live Forever
Billy Joe Shaver & Kinky Friedman Lyrics


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I'm gonna live forever
I'm gonna cross that river
I'm gonna catch tomorrow now
You're gonna wanna hold me
Just like I always told you
You're gonna miss me when I'm gone
Nobody here will ever find me
But I always be around
Just like the songs I leave behind me
I'm gonna live forever now

You fathers and you mothers
Be good to one another
Please try to raise your children right
Don't let the darkness take 'em
Don't make 'em feel forsaken
Just lead them safely to the light
When this old world has blown asunder
And all the stars from fall this sky
Remember someone really loves you
We'll live forever you and I

I'm gonna live forever
I'm gonna cross that river
I'm gonna catch tomorrow now

I'm gonna live forever
I'm gonna cross that river
I'm gonna catch tomorrow now

I'm gonna live forever
I'm gonna cross that river
I'm gonna catch tomorrow now

I'm gonna live forever
I'm gonna cross that river
I'm gonna catch tomorrow now

I'm gonna live forever now
I'm gonna live forever now
I'm gonna live forever now
I'm gonna live forever now

Dream of angels and sunshine
Rivers of red wine, and orange peel blues




Dream of angels and sunshine
Rivers of red wine, and orange peel blues

Overall Meaning

The song "Live Forever" by Billy Joe Shaver and Kinky Friedman is a timeless classic that speaks to the hope and longing for immortality that all humans share. The lyrics convey a sense of triumph over death and a desire to be remembered through one's art and legacy. The opening lines, "I'm gonna live forever / I'm gonna cross that river / I'm gonna catch tomorrow now," suggest a sense of defiance and determination to overcome mortality and live on in memory.


The song's central message is one of love and compassion, urging parents to "be good to one another" and "try to raise your children right." The lyrics emphasize the importance of guiding children towards the light and helping them feel loved and secure, rather than allowing them to feel forsaken or lost in the darkness. The lines "When this old world has blown asunder / And all the stars from fall this sky / Remember someone really loves you / We'll live forever you and I" suggest that even in the face of such great turmoil and upheaval, the love we share can transcend even death and endure for eternity.


Overall, "Live Forever" is a powerful hymn to the enduring power of love and the human spirit. Its lyrics inspire hope, resilience, and faith in our ability to create something lasting and meaningful in this world.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm gonna live forever
I'll always exist through my songs and the memories I leave behind


I'm gonna cross that river
I'll face whatever obstacles come my way and still come out on top


I'm gonna catch tomorrow now
I'll seize the opportunities and possibilities of the future and make the most of them


You're gonna wanna hold me
People will value and cherish my contributions to their lives after I'm gone


Just like I always told you
This legacy is something I've always strived for and believed in


You're gonna miss me when I'm gone
My absence will be felt and my impact acknowledged


Nobody here will ever find me
Even in death, my significance will not be lost or forgotten


But I always be around
My memory and work will live on indefinitely, inspiring and impacting future generations


Just like the songs I leave behind me
The art I've created will serve as a constant reminder of my passion and spirit


You fathers and you mothers
Addressed to parents, aiming to evoke their sense of duty towards their children


Be good to one another
Foster love and respect towards each other and the world around us


Please try to raise your children right
Take the responsibility of nurturing your child's well-being and future seriously


Don't let the darkness take 'em
Prevent negative influences and events from damaging your child's potential


Don't make 'em feel forsaken
Ensure that your child feels loved and supported, even during difficult times


Just lead them safely to the light
Guide your child through life to happiness, success, and fulfillment


When this old world has blown asunder
When the world has fallen apart and been reduced to chaos


And all the stars from fall this sky
Even when everything seems lost and hopeless


Remember someone really loves you
Remember the love and support others have given you throughout your life


We'll live forever you and I
Our legacies and memories will live on for eternity


Dream of angels and sunshine
Imagine a future full of beauty, peace, and happiness


Rivers of red wine, and orange peel blues
Picture a life filled with pleasure, excitement, and variety


Dream of angels and sunshine
Again, envision a brighter and better tomorrow


Rivers of red wine, and orange peel blues
Reemphasizing the idea of a life filled with fun, joy, and richness




Lyrics Ā© Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Eddy (john Edwin) Shaver, Billy Joe Shaver

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