The World Is Waiting for the Sunrise
Chet Atkins/Les Paul Lyrics


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Dear one, the world is waiting for the sunrise
Ev'ry rose is covered with dew
And while the world is waiting for the sunrise
And my heart is calling you

Dear one, the world is waiting for the sunrise
Every little rose bud is covered with dew
And my heart is calling for you
The thrush on high his sleepy mate is calling




And my heart is calling you

Overall Meaning

In Chet Atkins & Les Paul's song The World Is Waiting For The Sunrise, the lyrics describe a sense of yearning and longing for a loved one with a backdrop of the world waking up to a new day. The repeated line "Dear one, the world is waiting for the sunrise" speaks to a universal desire for hope and new beginnings. The rose buds covered in dew symbolize the potential for beauty and growth, while the thrush calling for its mate represents the natural rhythms of life.


The lyrics are simple yet poignant, conveying a message of love and hope amidst the uncertainty of the future. The use of the word "dear" emphasizes the personal connection between the singer and their loved one, while the repetition of "calling" highlights the strong desire to be with them. It is a song that captures a moment in time, a fleeting feeling that is both universal and deeply personal.


Line by Line Meaning

Dear one, the world is waiting for the sunrise
My beloved, the world eagerly anticipates the appearance of the sun


Ev'ry rose is covered with dew
The morning dew has gently settled onto each and every rose


And while the world is waiting for the sunrise
As nature and all creation waits in anticipation for the sun's arrival


And my heart is calling you
My soul yearns for your presence and affection


The thrush on high his sleepy mate is calling
The bird in the trees is softly inviting its partner to awaken


And my heart is calling you
In the same way, my heart desires to be near you




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ernest Seitz, Eugene Lockhart, Harry Alford

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