Sitting on Top of the World
Bruce Baker & Moore Lyrics


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For a time I thought my faith
It must be hiding
Searchin through the sky
Hoping to find a way,
A way,
To get me through the day
Don't know where I belong
Is this where I should stay?

You lift me up when I am falling
You're my friend when I was calling
Now I'm on top of the world
Top of the whole wide world
Yea you always been believing
In my life
A whole new meaning
Now I'm on top of the world
Top of the whole wide world

There's a strength in me
It seems I have forgotten
Now I realize today
I'm starting to dream again,
Again,
Was a matter of when
I guess we all lose our way now and then

You lift me up when I am falling
You're my friend when I was calling
Now I'm on top of the world
Top of the whole wide world
Yea you always been believing
In my life
A whole new meaning
Now I'm on top of the world
Top of the whole wide world

You lift my up when I was falling
You lift my up when I was falling

You lift me up when I am falling
You're my friend when I was calling
Now I'm on top of the world
Top of the whole wide world
Yea you always been believing
In my life
A whole new meaning
Now I'm on top of the world
Top of the whole wide world

Yea you always been believing
In my life
A whole new meaning
Now I'm on top of the world
Top of the whole wide world

Always been believing
In my life
A whole new meaning
Now I'm on top of the world
Top of the whole wide world

Top of the whole wide world
Yea you always been believing
In my life
A whole new meaning




Now I'm on top of the world
Top of the whole wide world

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Bruce Baker & Moore's song "Sitting on Top of the World" express a sentiment of having lost faith but then regained it with the help of a friend or loved one. The singer starts the song feeling lost, searching the sky for a sign of guidance. They don't know where they belong and wonder if they should stay in their current state of despair. But then the singer's friend enters the picture, lifting them up when they are falling and believing in their life. They start to dream again, rediscover their forgotten strength, and find a new meaning in life. Now, they are sitting on top of the world, feeling empowered and grateful for their friend's support.


The song's message is one of hope and resilience. It acknowledges that everyone can lose their way at some point in life, but with the right people by our side, we can find our way back and even reach new heights. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, and the melody reinforces the emotion expressed by the words.


Line by Line Meaning

For a time I thought my faith
I once believed in my faith, but then it seemed to disappear


It must be hiding
I couldn't find my faith anywhere


Searchin through the sky
I looked to the heavens for guidance


Hoping to find a way,
I was looking for a path to follow


A way,
I needed a clear direction


To get me through the day
I needed something to help me cope


Don't know where I belong
I feel lost and unsure of my place in the world


Is this where I should stay?
I question if I am on the right path


You lift me up when I am falling
You provide support when I am struggling


You're my friend when I was calling
You are always there for me when I need someone to talk to


Now I'm on top of the world
I feel like I have overcome my struggles


Top of the whole wide world
I feel like I am on top of everything


Yea you always been believing
You have always had faith in me


In my life
Throughout my experiences and journey


A whole new meaning
Your belief in me has given my life a new purpose


There's a strength in me
I have the inner strength to overcome obstacles


It seems I have forgotten
I had forgotten my own ability to be strong


Now I realize today
But now I understand


I'm starting to dream again,
I am now able to see my future and have goals


Again,
Once more


Was a matter of when
It was only a matter of time before I regained my strength


I guess we all lose our way now and then
It is common for people to feel lost or uncertain at times




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: LEAH JACQUELINE COONEY, JEFFREY COHEN, DANIEL JAMES PRINGLE

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Comments from YouTube:

@michaelheller8841

Gary’s control on his guitar is incredible.

@glenabel9251

wow, Gary Moore completely seamless in his playing, all the notes blended to perfection.

@gabrieldunne0

Just love Jack's bass playing , just love the sound of it :)

@pauldecastro5374

all three musicians are right on it, bruces singing is magnificent, and garys guitat is whaling as usual. 5 stars..

@chrisboyd4641

Stunning performance...

@paddlefoot5692

Talented musicians...
Just OUTSTANDING!
RIP BBM ❤❤❤

@davidobrien9360

Got to admit Gary on this track is the best.

@stephenkennaway9326

well whats to say except bloody fantastic by true masters R.I.P.

@MontyCantsin5

The more I listen to this live set, the more I enjoy Gary Moore's playing. He did a great job interpreting the old Cream material.

@milabenysek6540

Superb ...... The Jewell !!!

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