The Calling
Carlos Santana feat. Eric Clapton Lyrics


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People, people, people, people
People, people, people, people
Hear me calling
Hear me calling

People, people, people, people
People, people, people, people
Hear me calling
Hear me calling

One love
One love
Lord, got a mother for love

People, people, people, people
People, people, people, people
Hear me calling
Hear me calling

People, people, people, people
People, people, people, people
Hear me calling
Hear me calling

One love
One love
Lord, got a mother for love
One love
One love
One love
Lord, got a mother for love





One love
One love...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Carlos Santana feat. Eric Clapton's song The Calling begin with the plea "people, people, people" repeated multiple times, drawing the listener's attention to the urgency of the message being conveyed. The next line "hear me calling" emphasizes the need for the listener to pay attention to the message that follows. The phrase "One love" is then repeated multiple times, indicating a universal call for unity and love. The phrase "Lord, got a mother for love" follows, which can be interpreted as a reference to the nurturing and loving nature of a maternal figure.


The song can be interpreted as a message of hope and unity, stressing the importance of love and human connection in a world that can often seem divided. The repetitive nature of the lyrics reinforces the notion that these are fundamental and universal ideas that can bring people together regardless of their differences.


Overall, The Calling can be seen as a powerful call to action, urging people to come together and embrace the power of love and unity.


Line by Line Meaning

People, people, people, people
Addressing the masses and their attention


Hear me calling
Listen to my message


One love
A collective love for all humanity


Lord, got a mother for love
The divine presence offers a nurturing love to all




Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: Carlos Santana, Chester Thompson, Freddie Stone, Larry Graham, Unknown Splits

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