May I Remember
David Lurey Lyrics
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It's when the veil drops
When I think I know something
It's when the beauty stops
When I think I know something
It's when I'm far away from you
When I know I know nothing
When I know I know nothing
It's when I'm neither young nor old
When I know I know nothing
It's when I start to see your face
When I know I know nothing
It's when I'm wrapped inside of your grace
When I'm wrapped inside of your grace
May I remember
May I remember this
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When I think I'm this body
The light inside begins to dim
When I think I'm this body
In an ocean of delusion I swim
When I think I'm this body
The light of life begins to fade
When I think I'm this body
I struggle from the womb to the grave
I struggle from the womb to the grave
When I know I am the soul
I can't believe the joy in my life
When I know I am the soul
There's a flame of truth burning deep inside
When I know I am the soul
It doesn't matter where I am
I'm surrounded by angels
All the years the ground on which I stand
All the years the ground on which I stand
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When I think I am separate
From the magic inherent in each breath
When I think I am separate
I'm failing one of life's greatest tests
When I think I am separate
I'm out to sea in a boat with no sail
When I think I am separate
You're right beside me but I think no one is there
Oh, no one is there
When I know I'm connected
To the power that makes the river flow
When I know I'm connected
To the magic that makes my garden grow
When I know I'm connected
To each and every living thing
Then the Earth is respected
In the wind, you can hear her sing
In the wind, you can hear her sing
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The lyrics in David Lurey's song "May I Remember" are both contemplative and earnest, tackling themes of spiritual growth and self-discovery with a poignant authenticity. Throughout the song, Lurey juxtaposes the perspectives of thinking he knows something vs. knowing he knows nothing, emphasizing the wisdom that comes from humility and an open heart.
The first two verses express a sense of loss and disillusionment that arises when Lurey believes he has all the answers, a sense of separateness from the divine and a lack of connection to the magic of life. Yet, as he recognizes that he knows nothing, the beauty of the world around him begins to unfold, and he begins to see the light and grace that surround him. The final verses emphasize the importance of recognizing our connectedness to each other and the earth, honoring the power and magic inherent in every living thing.
Overall, "May I Remember" teaches us that true understanding comes from humility, an open heart, and recognition of the magic and connectedness that surrounds us at all times.
Line by Line Meaning
When I think I know something
I become blind to the beauty around me.
When I know I know nothing
I am able to see the beauty that was always there.
May I remember
May I not forget the lesson I have learned.
When I think I'm this body
I am attached to my finite existence.
When I know I am the soul
I am able to experience the infinite joy of existence.
When I think I am separate
I am blind to the interconnectedness of all things.
When I know I'm connected
I can hear the song of the Earth and respect all living things.
Writer(s): Radha Bornstein
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