Glory glory
Brownie McGhee; Sonny Terry Lyrics


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I'm gonna tell God how you treat me, yes sir
I'm gonna tell God how you treat me
Some of these days, hallelujah
I'm gonna tell God how you treat me
Tell God how you treat me
Some of these days

I'm gonna walk the Streets of Glory
I'm gonna walk the Streets of Glory
Some of these days, hallelujah
I'm gonna walk the Streets of Glory
Walk the Streets of Glory
Some of these days

Play it brother! Play it pretty!

I'm gonna walk and talk with Jesus
I'm gonna walk and talk with Jesus
Some of these days, hallelujah
I'm gonna walk and talk with Jesus
Walk and talk with Jesus
Some of these days

I'm gonna tell God how you treat me, yes sir
I'm gonna tell God how you treat me
Some of these days, hallelujah
I'm gonna tell God how you treat me
Tell God how you treat me
Some of these days

I'm gonna walk and talk with Jesus
I'm gonna walk and talk with Jesus
Some of these days, hallelujah
I'm gonna walk and talk with Jesus
Walk and talk with Jesus
Some of these days





Play it brother! Play it!

Overall Meaning

The song "Glory Glory" by Brownie McGhee and Sonny Terry has a strong spiritual theme. The first verse suggests that the singer is going to tell God about the mistreatment they have endured at the hands of someone else. The repetition of "I'm gonna tell God how you treat me" emphasizes the seriousness of the situation and the singer's intention to seek divine justice. The phrase "Some of these days" suggests that the singer is patient but also determined to seek justice in the future.


In the second verse, the singer talks about walking the Streets of Glory, which is a reference to heaven. The repetition of "I'm gonna walk the Streets of Glory" emphasizes the singer's desire to be in heaven. The use of "hallelujah" in both verses emphasizes the spiritual theme of the song and emphasizes the singer's faith.


The third verse also has a spiritual theme, as the singer talks about walking and talking with Jesus. The repetition of "I'm gonna walk and talk with Jesus" emphasizes the singer's desire to be close to God. The phrase "Some of these days" suggests that the singer knows that it may not happen immediately, but they are hopeful that it will happen eventually.


Overall, "Glory Glory" is a song about faith and seeking divine justice. It emphasizes the singer's desire to be close to God and to seek justice for mistreatment. The repetition of certain phrases emphasizes the gravity of the situation and the singer's determination.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm gonna tell God how you treat me, yes sir
I'm going to report to God how you have been treating me with respect and honesty.


I'm gonna tell God how you treat me
I will make sure to tell God how you have treated me, whether it was good or bad.


Some of these days, hallelujah
At some point in time, I will express my gratitude to God.


Tell God how you treat me
Express the truth to God about how you have treated me.


I'm gonna walk the Streets of Glory
I will stroll through the streets of heaven, surrounded by divine light and joy.


Walk the Streets of Glory
Roam and wander through the holy sidewalks of paradise.


Some of these days
In the near future, you will get to experience ultimate happiness and delight.


I'm gonna walk and talk with Jesus
I will have the opportunity to spend time with and converse with Jesus in a calm environment.


Play it brother! Play it pretty!
Continue playing music with an upbeat and lively rhythm for all to enjoy.




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