Alone Again
Brother Phap Khoi Lyrics
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With bent head, but knowing
The immortality of love
And on the long rough road
Both sun and moon will shine
Promise me, promise me this day
While the sun is just over head
Even as they strike you down
Remember brother
Men is not our enemy
Just your pity, just your love
Invincible limitless
Hatred will never let you face the beast in man
And one day when you face this beast alone
Your courage intact, your eyes kind
Out of your smile will bloom a flower
And those who love you will behold you
Across ten thousand worlds of dying of dying and birth
Alone again I'll go on
With bent head but knowing
The immortality of love
And on the long rough road
Both sun and moon will shine
Lightning my way
Hu uh huuu, hu uh huuu,
Hu uh huuu, hu uh huuu,
In "Alone Again" by Brother Phap Khoi, the lyrics convey a sense of resilience and inner strength in the face of adversity. The repeated phrase "Alone again I'll go on" suggests a willingness to continue moving forward despite feeling isolated or alone. The bent head symbolizes a state of introspection and contemplation, perhaps indicating a period of reflection and personal growth.
The mention of the immortality of love implies that love transcends time and can provide solace and inspiration during difficult times. The lyrics also allude to the idea that both joy and pain are part of life's journey, as represented by the contrast of the sun and moon shining on the "long rough road." This suggests that even in challenging moments, there is still hope and the potential for beauty and light.
The song's message takes a turn when it advises the listener to remember that humanity is not their enemy. Instead of succumbing to hatred and violence, the song emphasizes the power of compassion and love. The line "Just your pity, just your love" highlights the transformative effect of these qualities on both the individual and those around them. The lyrics encourage the listener to confront the darkness within themselves and to approach it with courage and kindness. Ultimately, the song suggests that through this journey, a person's inner beauty and resilience can blossom and be witnessed by those who love them.
Line by Line Meaning
Alone again I'll go on
Once more, I will continue my journey without companionship
With bent head but knowing
While feeling low and burdened, I possess an understanding
The immortality of love
Love endures eternally, never to be extinguished
And on the long rough road
Throughout the arduous journey ahead
Both sun and moon will shine
Both day and night will provide guidance and illumination
Lighting my way
Guiding me forward on my path
Promise me, promise me this day
Make me a commitment, make me a commitment now
While the sun is just over head
While the sun is directly above us
Even as they strike you down
Despite the fact that they attempt to harm you
With mountain of hate and violence
Through overwhelming amounts of animosity and aggression
Remember brother
Recall, my dear companion
Men is not our enemy
Humanity is not our adversary
Just your pity, just your love
Only your compassion, only your affection
Invincible limitless
Unbeatable, boundless
Hatred will never let you face the beast in man
Strong dislike will obstruct your ability to confront the savagery within humanity
And one day when you face this beast alone
And at some point, when you confront this brutality in solitude
Your courage intact, your eyes kind
With your bravery undiminished, your gaze displaying kindness
Out of your smile will bloom a flower
From the warmth of your smile, a blossom will emerge
And those who love you will behold you
And those who hold affection for you will witness your transformation
Across ten thousand worlds of dying of dying and birth
Spanning countless realms of death and rebirth
Writer(s): Nelson Motta, Gilbert O Sullivan
Contributed by Gabriel G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.