Wonderland
Earth Wind & Fire Lyrics


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(Chris Rodriquez/Tommy Sims)
©1998 STILL WORKING MUSIC/HODGE PODGE MUSIC(BMI)
TOMMY SIMS MUSIC/BMG SONGS(ASCAP)



Come on in and enter as a child
Always wear a smile
Love and laughter here all the while
The flag of salvation waves around
Freedom here abounds
The joy in the sound
Calls my name - on this day

I know my heart is free in wonderland
And it's all because of you my Lord
And all my eyes can see in wonderland
Every day a sunny day


Leave behind your shame and your disgrace
Here they have no place
You will wear the garment of His grace
The rising sun will never set again
Sorrow's at its end
And every word that spoken shouts amen
Take me there

Chorus






Everydays a world of peace - peace
Flows like a river through me -

Overall Meaning

The Earth Wind & Fire feat. Angie Stone's song Wonderland is a soulful and uplifting tribute to the freedom and joy that can be found in faith. The lyrics essentially invite the listener to come and experience the childlike wonder of a life with God, where love and laughter reign supreme, and there is no room for shame or disgrace. The flag of salvation is raised high, signifying the freedom that comes with accepting and living according to God's message of hope and love. The chorus sings of the peace that comes with faith, where everyday feels like a sunny day, and one is free to simply be in the moment.


Overall, the song is a celebration of the transformative power of faith, and the way that it can lift one out of sorrow and lead them towards a more positive and peaceful outlook on life. The lyrics are poetic and uplifting, and the combination of Earth Wind & Fire's signature grooves and Angie Stone's soulful vocals make for an irresistible piece of music.


Line by Line Meaning

Come on in and enter as a child
Enter this place with an open heart like a child.


Always wear a smile
Keep a smile on your face even in tough times.


Love and laughter here all the while
This place is filled with love and joy.


The flag of salvation waves around
The symbol of hope and rescue is raised high.


Freedom here abounds
Freedom from troubles is offered here.


The joy in the sound
Happiness echoes in the air.


Calls my name - on this day
This day, I am called by this beautiful sound.


I know my heart is free in wonderland
In this place, my heart enjoys pure freedom.


And it's all because of you my Lord
Thank you, Lord, for making this place possible.


And all my eyes can see in wonderland
This place is a sight to see.


Every day a sunny day
Every day here is bright and cheerful.


Leave behind your shame and your disgrace
Forget about your past, and start anew.


Here they have no place
These negative feelings are not accepted here.


You will wear the garment of His grace
You will be clothed in love and forgiveness.


The rising sun will never set again
The light of hope will never fade away.


Sorrow's at its end
Sadness will come to an end.


And every word that spoken shouts amen
Every word said is a word of agreement.


Take me there
I want to be in this place right now.


Everydays a world of peace - peace
Every day here is filled with peace.


Flows like a river through me
This peace is like a river that flows through me.




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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@elyastoohey6621

It’s still there.

A lot of people forget that while this song was big, along with others, the majority of music played on the radio was forgettable pop songs.

Same thing happens every decade.

Some great music that runs in niche circles, and generic trash.

Classic example led zeppelin. Incredible music. They were not mainstream. They were popular, but except for a few tracks, their general public exposure was limited.

There’s some incredible positive music still made today, both electronic and traditional, but you have to dig a little bit for it.

A fantastic radio station in Australia. Kiss dance, very low level radio station dedicated Sunday afternoon from about 1pm to about 4-5 pm to “happy radio” hosted by a disabled individual. Usually just great upbeat music. Both modern and retro.

There’s an app for this radio station too so you can listen anywhere you want online.



@oa569

Dance, boogie wonderland
Dance, boogie wonderland
Midnight creeps so slowly into hearts
Of men who need more than they get
Daylight deals a bad hand
To a woman who has laid too many bets
The mirror stares you in the face and says
"Baby, uh uh, it don't work"
You say your prayers, though you don't care
You dance and shake the hurt
Dance, boogie wonderland
Dance, boogie wonderland
Sound fly through the night
I chase my vinyl dreams to boogie wonderland
(I find romance when I start to dance in boogie wonderland
I find romance when I start to dance in boogie wonderland)
(All the love in the world can't be gone)
(All the need to be loved can't be wrong)
(All the records are playing)
(And my heart keeps saying)
(Boogie wonderland, wonderland)
Dance, boogie wonderland
Dance, boogie wonderland
(I find romance when I start to dance in boogie wonderland)
(I find romance when I start to dance in boogie wonderland)
Dance, boogie wonderland
Dance, boogie wonderland
(Hm-hm-hm-hm, hm-hm-hm-hm, hm-hm-hm-hm, wonderland)
(Hm-hm-hm-hm, hm-hm-hm-hm, hm-hm-hm-hm, wonderland)
Hm-hm-hm-hm, hm-hm-hm-hm, hm-hm-hm-hm)
(All the love in the world can't be gone
All the need to be loved can't be wrong
All the records are playing
And my heart keeps saying
Boogie wonderland, wonderland)
Dance, boogie wonderland
Dance, boogie wonderland
(I find romance when I start to dance in boogie wonderland
I find romance when I start to dance in boogie wonderland)
Dance, boogie wonderland
Dance, boogie wonderland



@Strike-Eagle

Lyrics:

Dance, Boogie Wonderland, hey, hey
Dance, Boogie Wonderland
Midnight creeps so slowly into hearts of men
Who need more than they get
Daylight deals a bad hand to a woman
Who has laid too many bets
The mirror stares you in the face and says
"Baby, uh, uh, it don't work"
You say your prayers though you don't care
You dance and shake the hat
Dance, Boogie Wonderland, hey, hey
Dance, Boogie Wonderland
Sound fly through the night
I chase my vinyl dreams to Boogie Wonderland
I find romance when I start to dance in Boogie Wonderland
I find romance when I start to dance in Boogie Wonderland
All the love in the world can't be gone
All the need to be loved can't be wrong
All the records are playing and my heart keeps saying
"Boogie Wonderland, Wonderland"
Dance, Boogie Wonderland, hey, hey
Dance, Boogie Wonderland, hey, hey
I find romance when I start to dance in Boogie Wonderland
I find romance when I start to dance in Boogie Wonderland
Dance, dance (Boogie Wonderland), dance, dance
Dance, dance (Boogie Wonderland), dance, dance
Wonderland
Wonderland
All the love in the world can't be gone (love in the world can't be gone)
All the need to be loved can't be wrong (need to be loved can't be wrong)
All the records are playing and my heart keeps saying
Boogie Wonderland, Wonderland
Dance, Boogie Wonderland, hey, hey
Dance, Boogie Wonderland, hey, hey
I find romance when I start to dance in Boogie Wonderland
I find romance when I start to dance in Boogie Wonderland
Dance, dance, dance (Boogie Wonderland), dance, dance, dance, dance
Dance, dance (Boogie Wonderland), dance



@mrizkisahputra_

Dance, Boogie Wonderland, hey, hey
Dance, Boogie Wonderland
Midnight creeps so slowly into hearts of men
Who need more than they get
Daylight deals a bad hand to a woman
Who has laid too many bets
The mirror stares you in the face and says
"Baby, uh, uh, it don't work"
You say your prayers though you don't care
You dance and shake the hat
Dance, Boogie Wonderland, hey, hey
Dance, Boogie Wonderland
Sound fly through the night
I chase my vinyl dreams to Boogie Wonderland
I find romance when I start to dance in Boogie Wonderland
I find romance when I start to dance in Boogie Wonderland
All the love in the world can't be gone
All the need to be loved can't be wrong
All the records are playing and my heart keeps saying
"Boogie Wonderland, Wonderland"
Dance, Boogie Wonderland, hey, hey
Dance, Boogie Wonderland, hey, hey
I find romance when I start to dance in Boogie Wonderland
I find romance when I start to dance in Boogie Wonderland
Dance, dance (Boogie Wonderland), dance, dance
Dance, dance (Boogie Wonderland), dance, dance
Wonderland
Wonderland
All the love in the world can't be gone (love in the world can't be gone)
All the need to be loved can't be wrong (need to be loved can't be wrong)
All the records are playing and my heart keeps saying
Boogie Wonderland, Wonderland
Dance, Boogie Wonderland, hey, hey
Dance, Boogie Wonderland, hey, hey
I find romance when I start to dance in Boogie Wonderland
I find romance when I start to dance in Boogie Wonderland
Dance, dance, dance (Boogie Wonderland), dance, dance, dance, dance
Dance, dance (Boogie Wonderland), dance



All comments from YouTube:

@lordbyron3603

Timeless song ! I’m 67 , with cancer barely have enough energy to cook dinner and here I am dancing . I’m lying in bed though ….. dancing ! 😂😂😂

Update: 2-14-23 6 months of Chemotherapy failed. Then immunotherapy and CAR-T . Completed CAR-T February 7. Successful!! 🙏🙏 Complete remission. 🙏🙏🙏 Although I can dance on my feet again,, life is still walking on thin ice! ….not knowing if and when the cancer reawakens.

@leighthrives4457

Sending Prayers for strength and good health🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@budkimball726

You and me both

@lordbyron3603

@@budkimball726 Hang in there!

@hsupyaepyaelwin5179

Stay strong 💌

@wilmarodriguez2139

Good for you we are the same age sorry for your struggles hang in there listen to Fantasy also

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@OOTurok

I love the raw free expression of their dancing.
No rigid, strict, choreographed technique... just pure joy, without care. That's how you boogie.

@georgekaragiannis3767

excellent comment

@littleripper312

I dunno man, this is a bit too free and joyous for me lol

@OOTurok

@@littleripper312
Nonsense... all you got to do is "Let This Groove" get you to move. It's alright.

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