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)
That's The Way Of The World
Earth Wind & Fire Lyrics
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Take you high and higher to the world you belong
Hearts afire creates love desire
High and higher to your place on the throne
We come together on this special day
Sing our message loud and clear
Looking back, we've touched on sorrowful days (well)
You will find (you fill find) peace of mind (yeah)
If you look way down in your heart and soul
Don't hesitate 'cause the world seems cold
Stay young at heart
Ah, 'cause you're never, never old at heart
That's the way (that's the way)
Of the world (of the world)
Plant your flower (gonna plant your flower)
And you grow a pearl
Child is born with a heart of gold
Way of the world (gonna plant your flower)
Makes his heart so cold
Hearts afire creates love desire
Take you high and higher to the world you belong
Hearts afire, love desire
High and higher
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Hearts afire, love desire
Ah, higher
We've come together on this special day
Sung our message loud and clear
Looking back, we've touched on sorrowful days
While future disappear
You will find (you fill find) peace of mind (eh, eh)
If you look way down in your heart and soul
Ah, don't hesitate
'Cause the world seems cold
Stay young at heart
'Cause ('cause you're never, never, never)
You're never, never, never
That's the way of the world
Plant your flowers and you'll grow a pearl
Child is born (child is born)
With a heart of gold (listen now, with a heart of gold)
Way of the world (way of the world)
Makes his heart so cold (makes his heart so cold)
That love, that love
That love, that love
That love, that love (ooh, yeah)
Never, ah
Well
Ooh, that love, that love, that love, that love
Don't you hear me, now?
Don't you hear me, now?
Lordy, won't you hear me now?
Lordy, won't you hear me now?
Hearts afire (hearts afire)
Love desire (love desire)
High and higher
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Hearts afire
"That's the Way of the World" by Earth Wind & Fire is a song that inspires the listener to never give up on their dreams and to stay young at heart. The lyrics talk about how hearts that are filled with passion and determination will take us higher in the world, leading us to our rightful place on the throne. It's all about creating love and desire within ourselves and our surroundings.
The second verse delves deeper into the theme of the song, stating that even though we have faced sorrowful days in the past, we mustn't lose heart. One can find peace of mind if they look way down into their heart and soul. The world may seem cold, but we must not hesitate to plant our flowers and grow pearls, alluding to the idea that we must put in our work to reap the reward.
Overall, the song is about the way things work in the world and how we can overcome the challenges that come our way. By staying young at heart and following our passions, we can create love and desire, and take ourselves to greater heights in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Hearts afire creates love desire
Love burns within us and creates a strong desire to feel more of it.
Take you high and higher to the world you belong
This love elevates and transports us to where we feel like we truly belong in the world.
High and higher to your place on the throne
The love takes us to new heights and makes us feel powerful and in control.
We come together on this special day
We unite on this day to send our message of love and togetherness.
Sing our message loud and clear
We loudly proclaim our message of love, making sure it is heard by all.
Looking back, we've touched on sorrowful days (well)
We acknowledge the hardships we've faced in the past and how they have affected us.
Future, past, they disappear
We focus on the present moment, allowing ourselves to let go of the past and future worries.
You will find (you fill find) peace of mind (yeah)
By seeking deeply within yourself, you will find a sense of calm and peace in your mind.
If you look way down in your heart and soul
The peace of mind can only be found by looking within your deepest desires and feelings.
Don't hesitate 'cause the world seems cold
Even when the world feels harsh and cruel, do not hesitate to pursue the things that bring you peace and happiness.
Stay young at heart
Maintain the youthful, open-minded attitude of growth and possibility in your life.
Ah, 'cause you're never, never old at heart
By staying young at heart, age will never be a barrier to feeling fulfilled and alive.
That's the way (that's the way)
This is the path we follow.
Of the world (of the world)
This is the way all humans experience the world.
Plant your flower (gonna plant your flower)
Take action to grow and develop your own unique path and experiences.
And you grow a pearl
This growth will lead to the creation of something beautiful and valuable within yourself.
Child is born with a heart of gold
All humans are born with a pure heart that is open to experiencing love.
Way of the world (gonna plant your flower)
The world is full of opportunities for growth and beauty - we must plant and nurture them to prosper.
Makes his heart so cold
However, the world can also be cruel and tough, leaving us feeling bitter and unloving.
That love, that love
The power of love.
Never, ah
It will never fade.
Ooh, that love, that love, that love, that love
Always cherish and pursue that love in your life.
Don't you hear me, now?
Listen to the message of love and hope being shared.
Lordy, won't you hear me now?
God, please help us hear and follow the message of love and peace.
Hearts afire
Our hearts are burning with love and passion.
Love desire
We desire to feel and share this love with all around us.
Yeah, yeah, yeah
A joyful expression of our love and hope.
Ah, higher
Seek to elevate and reach new heights in our love and pursuits.
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Written by: Charles Stepney, Maurice White, Verdine White
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Hearts of fire creates love desire
Take you high and higher to the world you belong
Hearts of fire creates love desire
High and higher to your place on the throne
We've come together on this special day
To sing our message loud and clear
Looking back we've touched on sorrowful days
Future pass, they disappear
You will find peace of mind
If you look way down in your heart and soul
I don't hesitate 'cause the world seems cold
Stay young at heart 'cause you're never (never, never, ..) old at heart
That's the way of the world
Plant your flower and you grow a pearl
A child is born with a heart of gold
The way of the world makes his heart grow cold
@jeffkopp1604
When I was 15 I had a bus driver named Phyllis, heavyset middle age African American grandma, I was usually the last one on the bus and Iโd move to the front of the bus to talk to her. She loved to sing this song and she told me everything you need to know about life is contained in this song. Iโve had many angels touch my life, chokes me up to know sheโs no longer here, but her words live on, as I pass them to you.
@margaretcarmelatocchio8991
Thanks Jeff, I agree with Phyllis about this song and itโs wisdomโฆ sometimes itโs the unexpected souls who grace our lives the most, even if itโs for but a moment in timeโฆ God Bless you โค๐
@jeffkopp1604
@@margaretcarmelatocchio8991 right back at ya! โค๏ธ๐
@LuisGarcia-kn3rk
Love Your soul!!
@margaretcarmelatocchio8991
@@LuisGarcia-kn3rk the soulโฆ. More real than the body, itโs just that itโs invisible! But itโs Eternal! ๐
@denisestorey6923
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@joshualowe959
Anyone listening in 2024???
@redfullpack
Me. But 2024 this song lyrics is no longer the way of this chaotic world
@drsteffo
Me :) Always since the 70s as a white kid in Sweden.
@user-cu3dv6mb4i
Me I like old music and I'm 13 I have an old soul