Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earth,_Wind_&_Fire
Discography
Earth, Wind & Fire (1971)
The Need of Love (1971)
Last Days and Time (1972)
Head to the Sky (1973)
Open Our Eyes (1974)
That's the Way of the World (1975)
Spirit (1976)
All 'n All (1977)
I Am (1979)
Faces (1980)
Raise! (1981)
Powerlight (1983)
Electric Universe (1983)
Touch the World (1987)
Heritage (1990)
Millennium (1993)
In the Name of Love (1997)
The Promise (2003)
Illumination (2005)
Now, Then & Forever (2013)
Holiday (2014)
The Classic Christmas Album (2015)
Celebrate
Earth Wind & Fire Lyrics
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So why can't you and I say why
Thoughts we find, are so unkind
We often have to cry but why
Celebrate, change your thoughts to love
Celebrate, what you're thinking of
Time ain't long, soon we'll be moving on
Nature's way for her to say in perfect harmony
Find your place, your past erased
For life's new destiny
Celebrate, change your thoughts to love
Celebrate, what you're thinking of
Time ain't long, soon we'll be moving on
Moving on
The lyrics of Earth Wind & Fire's song "Celebrate" touch upon themes of change, growth, and love. The opening lines, "Seasons change, they rearrange, so why can't you and I say why," suggest a desire for deeper understanding and communication between individuals that can help heal whatever rifts they may be experiencing. The following lines, "Thoughts we find, are so unkind, we often have to cry but why," acknowledge the pain and challenges that come with growth and change, but ultimately ask the question of why we cannot embrace these challenges and choose love instead.
The chorus, "Celebrate, change your thoughts to love, celebrate what you're thinking of," provides an answer to this question. Through celebrating life and focusing on positive thoughts and emotions, one can transform their experience and find joy in the journey. The final lines, "Time ain't long, soon we'll be moving on, moving on," remind us of the impermanence of life and the importance of cherishing the present moment while striving for personal growth and healing.
Overall, "Celebrate" is a powerful and uplifting anthem that encourages listeners to embrace change, choose love over negativity, and celebrate life.
Line by Line Meaning
Seasons change, they rearrange
Just like the seasons change and rearrange themselves, so do our lives and circumstances.
So why can't you and I say why
Why can't we express our feelings and thoughts openly with each other?
Thoughts we find, are so unkind
Sometimes the thoughts we have towards ourselves and others are negative and unkind.
We often have to cry but why
We frequently cry and feel emotional pain, but why do we have to go through such sadness when we can choose love instead?
Celebrate, change your thoughts to love
Instead of dwelling on negative thoughts and emotions, we should celebrate and choose to focus on love and positivity.
Celebrate, what you're thinking of
We should celebrate and be grateful for the positive things we have in our lives.
Time ain't long, soon we'll be moving on
Life is short and finite, and we will soon move on to a new chapter.
Moving on
We must keep moving forward, adapting to change and making the most of our time.
Nature's way for her to say in perfect harmony
Nature shows us how perfect harmony exists among all living things, and we should strive to achieve the same balance in our lives.
Find your place, your past erased
We should focus on finding our place and purpose in life, while not letting our past define us.
For life's new destiny
We must embrace life's new destiny and move forward towards what is meant for us.
Lyrics © MUSIC SALES CORPORATION, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Philip James Bailey, Charles Stepney, Maurice White
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ComixCollector
Seasons change, they rearrange
So why can't you and I say why
Thoughts we find, are so unkind
We often have to cry but why
Celebrate, change your thoughts to love
Celebrate, what you're thinking of
Time ain't long, soon we'll be moving on
Moving on
Nature's way for her to say in perfect harmony
Find your place, your past erased
For life's new destiny
Celebrate, change your thoughts to love
Celebrate, what you're thinking of
Time ain't long, soon we'll be moving on
Samantha Grant Pop,Soul, R&B, Doo Wop Master
This is a great song. i love it. I like all of their albums. rip Maurice White. died on my 11th birthday. sad😥😥😥. this group is the greatest group all time.
Marquella Scott
Ewf songs are a cure to depression. 🙌🙌🙌❤️❤️❤️
A'Doris A
Yes, yes! And I might add that their music is like a time machine. This song transports me right back to the 70's!
Abdul Muhammad
AMEN SISTER
Sharon Frazier
Charles Stepney created some amazing musical arrangements. He left too soon. I think he passed in 1976. Yet he also worked with the most amazing talents including these uniquely talented musicians, singers, song writers, arrangers etc of music as well. 🥰💯😊
Galen Hubbard
EWF at its best,McKay,Graham and Verdine 🙏🏽
SYLVANUS ANNOR YEBOAH
Greatest band ever in world history
ComixCollector
Seasons change, they rearrange
So why can't you and I say why
Thoughts we find, are so unkind
We often have to cry but why
Celebrate, change your thoughts to love
Celebrate, what you're thinking of
Time ain't long, soon we'll be moving on
Moving on
Nature's way for her to say in perfect harmony
Find your place, your past erased
For life's new destiny
Celebrate, change your thoughts to love
Celebrate, what you're thinking of
Time ain't long, soon we'll be moving on
Antoine Foster
"Thank you!"
Sharon Frazier
Everybody in this group are phenomenal talents.😊💯. They represents black excellence.