When the Saints Go Marching in
Cedarmont Kids Lyrics
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Oh when the saints go marching in
Dear Lord, I want to be in that number
When the saints go marching in
Oh when we crown Him, king of kings
Oh when we crown Him, king of kings
Dear Lord, I want to be in that number
Oh when the happy ages roll
Oh when the happy ages roll
Dear Lord, I want to be in that number
When the happy ages roll
Oh when the saints go marching in
Oh when the saints go marching in
Dear Lord, I want to be in that number
When the saints go marching in
"When The Saints Go Marching In" is a traditional Christian hymn that has been widely popular for its uplifting tone and its message of hope and redemption. The song speaks of a time when the saints will march together towards heaven, and it speaks of the longing of the singer to be a part of that number. The first verse states that the singer wants to be in that number when the saints go marching in. It can be interpreted both as a plea to God and a declaration of faith. The singer is expressing their desire to be amongst the blessed, the faithful, the chosen ones who will experience eternal life with God. The second verse speaks of another event where the singer longs to be in that number—when Jesus is crowned King of kings. This verse continues the theme of longing for heaven and reinforces the message of the first verse.
The song's final verse changes slightly from the first, referencing "when the happy ages roll." It connects the theme of the song back to the idea of eternal life and the joy and bliss of heaven. The final verse also repeats the message of the first verse, as the singer desires to be in that number when the saints go marching in.
Overall, "When The Saints Go Marching In" is a song of hope, faith, and a longing for heaven. It speaks to the timeless idea of the afterlife, and how Christians throughout the ages have expressed their desire to be amongst those who will experience eternal life with God.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh when the saints go marching in
When the faithful followers of Christ ascend to Heaven
Oh when the saints go marching in
When the believers who have lived by the Gospel's teachings reach eternal peace
Dear Lord, I want to be in that number
Lord, I pray to be chosen among your saints and to join them in your Paradise
When the saints go marching in
As they enter Heaven, following the path of Jesus Christ
Oh when we crown Him, king of kings
When we acknowledge Jesus as the King of all Kings
Oh when we crown Him, king of kings
When we honor Jesus for his ultimate sacrifice and victory over death
Dear Lord, I want to be in that number
Lord, I pray to always recognize Jesus as the true King of Kings and acknowledge his glory
When we crown Him king of kings
When we give Jesus the highest honor and authority He deserves
Oh when the happy ages roll
When the future times bring joy and prosperity for all believers
Oh when the happy ages roll
When the world experiences true peace and love under the guidance of God
Dear Lord, I want to be in that number
Lord, I pray to witness the happy ages and be a part of a just and compassionate world
When the saints go marching in
As the faithful followers of Christ enter Heaven and experience eternal happiness
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Written by: Traditional
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