A Hundred Years From Today
Don Cornell Lyrics
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Learn to live it as you go
No one in the world can censure
What we do here below
Don't save your kisses, just pass them around
You'll find my reason is logic'lly sound
Who's going to know that you passed them around
Why crave a penthouse that's fit for a queen
You're nearer Heaven on Mother Earth's green
If you had millions what would they all mean
A hundred years from today
So laugh and sing, make love the thing
Be happy while you may
There's always one, beneath the sun
Who's bound to make you feel that way
The moon is shining, and that's a good sign
Cling to me closer and say you'll be mine
Remember, darling, we won't see it shine
A hundred years from today
A hundred years from today
Don't save your kisses, just pass them around
You'll find my reason is logic'lly sound
Who's going to know that you passed them around
A hundred years from today!
Why crave a penthouse that's fit for a queen
You're nearer heaven on Mother Earth's green
If you had millions what would they all mean
A hundred years from today
So laugh and sing, make love the thing
Be happy while you may
There's always one, beneath the sun
Who's bound to make you feel that way
The moon is shining, and that's a good sign
Cling to me closer and say you'll be mine
Remember, darling, we won't see it shine
A hundred years from today
The song "A Hundred Years From Today" by Don Cornell is a philosophical ballad that reminds listeners to live life in the moment and cherish every experience. The lyrics encourage people to let go of their fears, live life to the fullest, and embrace love and happiness. The opening lines "Life is such a great adventure, learn to live it as you go" set the tone for the rest of the song.
The song warns against focusing on material possessions and fame (with lines such as "why crave a penthouse that's fit for a queen, you're nearer heaven on Mother Earth's green"). The lyrics suggest that wealth and success are fleeting and that a life filled with love and happiness is much more meaningful. The choruses with lines like "laugh and sing, make love the thing, be happy while you may" reinforce the message of living life to the fullest.
The song is a reminder to embrace the present and not to worry too much about the future since "a hundred years from today", no one will remember what we did, what we had or what we accomplished. The closing line "Remember, darling, we won't see it shine, a hundred years from today" punctuates the song's message on the importance of cherishing moments with loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
Life is such a great adventure
Life is full of opportunities to explore and experience.
Learn to live it as you go
It is important to learn from your experiences and live in the moment.
No one in the world can censure
Nobody can judge your actions.
What we do here below
Our actions on Earth have consequences.
Don't save your kisses, just pass them around
Share your love and affection freely.
You'll find my reason is logic'lly sound
It makes sense to spread love and joy.
Who's going to know that you passed them around
In the grand scheme of things, it doesn't matter who you kissed.
A hundred years from today!
In the future, it won't matter who you kissed or how many times.
Why crave a penthouse that's fit for a queen
Why desire extravagant material possessions?
You're nearer Heaven on Mother Earth's green
Happiness can be found in nature and in simple pleasures.
If you had millions what would they all mean
Money can't buy happiness in the long run.
So laugh and sing, make love the thing
Enjoy life and prioritize love and joy.
Be happy while you may
Take advantage of opportunities to be happy in the present moment.
There's always one, beneath the sun
There is always someone who can make you happy.
Who's bound to make you feel that way
Someone will come along and make you feel loved and happy.
The moon is shining, and that's a good sign
The present moment is full of promise and potential.
Cling to me closer and say you'll be mine
Hold onto me tightly and promise to love me.
Remember, darling, we won't see it shine
In the future, we won't be around to see the moon shine.
A hundred years from today
In the distant future, nothing will matter.
Don't save your kisses, just pass them around
Share your love and affection freely.
You'll find my reason is logic'lly sound
There is logic in spreading love and joy.
Who's going to know that you passed them around
In the long run, it doesn't matter who you kissed or how many times.
A hundred years from today!
In the distant future, our actions won't matter.
Why crave a penthouse that's fit for a queen
Why desire extravagant material possessions?
You're nearer heaven on Mother Earth's green
Happiness can be found in nature and in simple pleasures.
If you had millions what would they all mean
Money can't buy happiness in the long run.
So laugh and sing, make love the thing
Enjoy life and prioritize love and joy.
Be happy while you may
Take advantage of opportunities to be happy in the present moment.
There's always one, beneath the sun
There is always someone who can make you happy.
Who's bound to make you feel that way
Someone will come along and make you feel loved and happy.
The moon is shining, and that's a good sign
The present moment is full of promise and potential.
Cling to me closer and say you'll be mine
Hold onto me tightly and promise to love me.
Remember, darling, we won't see it shine
In the future, we won't be around to see the moon shine.
A hundred years from today
In the distant future, nothing will matter.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOE YOUNG, NED WASHINGTON, VICTOR POPULAR YOUNG
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