Murray has performed throughout North America, Europe, Japan, and South America, and released several CDs on the Asian Man Records label. His CDs are often recorded with a four-track tape recorder, giving a distinctly lo-fi sound.
Let There Be Peace
Chris Murray Lyrics
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on through the dark and the stormy weather
restless nights I have walked alone
ravaged by fear that rolls on forever
savaged by grief that no grace atones
shelter me from the storm that rages
comfort me with your loving hand
pray for release from the bonds of hatred
look to the east, see the dawn is breaking
darkness has ceased, a new light is born
conquered the beast, still my hands are shaking
let there be peace in the heart of man
The song "Let There Be Peace" by Chris Murray is a beautiful plea for peace in a world that is plagued by fear, grief, and hatred. The lyrics begin by describing a difficult journey through dark and stormy weather, where the singer has felt alone and abandoned. He is overcome with fear and grief, and it seems that no amount of grace can alleviate the pain. The singer then pleads for shelter from the storm and comfort in the form of a loving hand to hold.
The second stanza shifts to a more hopeful tone, as the singer looks to the east and sees the dawn breaking. The darkness is lifting, and a new day is born. The singer acknowledges that despite conquering his own inner beast, his hands still shake with the effort of maintaining peace. Nevertheless, he still believes that there can and must be peace in the heart of man.
This song is a poignant reminder that peace is something that we must actively seek, both within ourselves and in the wider world. Despite the challenges and struggles that we may face, we must never lose hope that peace is achievable.
Line by Line Meaning
on through the dark and the stormy weather
Despite adversity and difficult times, we must continue on
restless nights I have walked alone
Loneliness and uncertainty have plagued me
ravaged by fear that rolls on forever
Fear has taken its toll on me, seemingly without end
savaged by grief that no grace atones
I have suffered greatly through grief that cannot be forgiven or forgotten
shelter me from the storm that rages
I seek refuge from the difficulties I face
comfort me with your loving hand
I need the support and love of those around me to get through hard times
pray for release from the bonds of hatred
We must hope and work for an end to hatred and conflict
let there be peace in the heart of man
Ultimately, our goal must be to bring peace to all people
look to the east, see the dawn is breaking
Hope is on the horizon, a new day is coming
darkness has ceased, a new light is born
There is reason to believe that things will get better
conquered the beast, still my hands are shaking
Despite victories, there may be lingering effects of past struggles and trauma
Writer(s): David Christopher Murray, Brian Dixon
Contributed by Jonathan D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
sidewaiz
love the old ska sound
Rebecca Stern
50 dead in Las Vegas today, 400+ injured. Let there be peace. God, let there be peace.
dannyboy o'nealon
Tune!