The first is San Fran… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists that go by Chanticleer.
The first is San Francisco-based ensemble known around the world as “an orchestra of voices” for the seamless blend of its twelve male voices ranging from countertenor to bass and its original interpretations of vocal literature, from Renaissance to jazz, and from gospel to venturesome new music. Called “the world's reigning male chorus,” by The New Yorker, and named 2008 Ensemble of the Year by Musical America, Chanticleer will perform more than 100 concerts in 2013-14, the Grammy Award-winning ensemble’s 36th Season. Praised by The San Francisco Chronicle for their “tonal luxuriance and crisply etched clarity,” Chanticleer will tour to 21 of the United States and 12 foreign countries this season, including appearances at Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, New York's St. Ignatius Loyola, Amsterdam's Concertgebouw, Vienna's Musikverein, and Prague's Rudolfinum In 2009, Chanticleer made debut appearances in Ireland and the People's Republic of China and will return to the latter in June for Expo 2010 in Shanghai.
The second is Salt Lake City indie folk artist Andrew Shaw, who also heads a band, The Adonis.
Calling My Children Home
Chanticleer Lyrics
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To guard and guide along life′s way
Oh God forbid that one should perish
That one alas should go astray
Back in the years with all together
Around the place we'd romp and play
So lonely now I oft′ times wonder
Oh will they come back home some day
I'm lonesome for my precious children
They live so far away
Oh may they hear my calling, calling
And come back home some day
I gave my all for my dear children
Their problems still with love I share,
I'd brave life′s storm, defy the tempest
To bring them home from anywhere
I lived my life my love I gave them,
To guide them through this world of strife,
I hope and pray we′ll live together
In that great glad here after life
I'm lonesome for my precious children
They live so far away
Oh may they hear my calling, calling
And come back home some day
The song "Calling My Children Home" by Chanticleer is a heartfelt ballad about a parent's desire for their children to return home. The singer expresses their deep love and devotion for their children and reminisces on the times they spent together, playing and growing up. However, the children have now grown up and moved away, leaving the singer feeling lonely and longing for their return.
The lyrics of the song convey the strong bond between a parent and their children. The singer describes their responsibility and duty to protect and guide their children through life. They express their fear of losing one of them and their hope that they will all come back together someday. The singer acknowledges the difficulties their children may face in life but assures them of their unwavering support.
Overall, the song "Calling My Children Home" is a poignant and emotional tribute to the unbreakable bond between a parent and their children. It reflects on the universal desire for family togetherness and the longing for those who are far away to return home.
Line by Line Meaning
Those lives were mine to love and cherish
I was responsible for taking care of these precious lives and loving them deeply.
To guard and guide along life's way
It was my duty to protect and show these lives the path they should take during their journey called life.
Oh God forbid that one should perish
I pray to God that none of them should ever meet a tragic end.
That one alas should go astray
It pains me to even think about the possibility of one of my children losing their way.
Back in the years with all together
We enjoyed each other's company a long time ago; life was full of happiness and joy.
Around the place we'd romp and play
We used to spend a lot of time playing and goofing around together in the vicinity of our home.
So lonely now I oft' times wonder
Nowadays, I'm often left feeling lonely and forlorn, made even worse by the thought of my children being miles away from me.
Oh will they come back home some day
Only time will tell whether or not my children will ever return to the place where they grew up in.
I'm lonesome for my precious children
Being away from my children for so long has made me feel lonely and sad.
They live so far away
Distance has created a physical separation between us.
Oh may they hear my calling, calling
I hope that my children will listen to my constant, sincere calls for them to come back home.
And come back home some day
It would be the best thing if they could return back to their roots, bringing their love and warmth with them.
I gave my all for my dear children
I put my heart and soul into taking care of my children and being a loving parent to them.
Their problems still with love I share
Even now, I stand ready to shoulder their problems and difficulties with love and kindness.
I'd brave life's storm, defy the tempest
I would be willing to face any obstacle, endure any hardship, to be with my children.
To bring them home from anywhere
I will go to the ends of the earth to bring my children back home with me.
I lived my life my love I gave them
My life was devoted to loving and providing for my children in any way that I could.
To guide them through this world of strife
I tried to be the guiding light in my children's lives, helping them navigate the difficult world around us.
I hope and pray we'll live together
I pray to the heavens that one day we will all be able to live together in our home, surrounded by each other's love.
In that great glad here after life
My ultimate hope is to be reunited with my children in the afterlife, where I can watch over and love them for all eternity.
Writer(s): C. Waller, D. Lawson, B. Yates
Contributed by Austin E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@michaelscott7462
A song which wakes the ancestors from their precious slumber.
@meghanmalone5548
My high school choir would sing this every year at the last concert of the year. Alumni could come join in
@craigbettcher2281
Really listen to the song. Words say it all.
@annapidgeon3233
can't believe this is a high school choir
@reginaesomnia
This is beautiful. They should be very proud.
@Maritimer2009
A wonderful job folks! We sang the piece last night in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada at a concert remembering the "Unsung Heroes" of wars past and present!
@alyssab9550
My choir sang this when someone committed suicide. Very good song.
@BDFDJOE
Makes me Tear-Up, for thats Mighty-Fine Singin.... Congrats for that Lovely Performance....
@ekazeg24
Had to look this up, My choir is singing this for the Veterans day assembly
@sebastienbrand4860
I'm singing this at my school