That's The Way Of The World
Earth Wind & Fire feat. The Emotions Lyrics
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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
You will find peace of mind
If you look way down in your heart and soul
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
The lyrics to Earth Wind & Fire feat. The Emotions' song That's The Way Of The World revolve around the themes of love, unity, perseverance, and hope. The opening lines of the song, "Hearts of fire create love desire, take you high and higher to the world you belong," suggest that love is a powerful force that has the ability to lift us up and take us to a place where we feel like we belong. Love is described as a fire within our hearts that creates desire and motivates us to strive for greatness in life.
The chorus of the song highlights the importance of staying true to oneself and not succumbing to the challenges and hardships of the world. "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," suggests that while the world can be harsh and unforgiving, we have the power to grow and flourish despite its challenges.
The song also encourages listeners to stay young at heart, to never lose hope, and to continue pursuing their dreams and aspirations. The closing lines of the song, "Stay young at heart 'cause you're never (never, never) old at heart," suggest that age is just a number, and as long as we keep our hearts filled with love and hope, we can always feel young and vibrant.
Line by Line Meaning
Hearts of fire creates love desire
The intense passion between two people fuels their attraction towards each other
Take you high and higher to the world you belong
This affectionate flame ignites one's soul and elevates them to their destined place in life
We've come together on this special day
We've gathered collectively for a particular reason
To sing our message loud and clear
To express our stance unambiguously
Looking back we've touched on sorrowful days
Reflecting back, we've encountered some melancholic moments in the past
Future pass, they disappear
In time, the future becomes present and the past fades from memory
You will find peace of mind
Serenity lies within oneself
If you look way down in your heart and soul
The key to inner peace is found within the deepest part of oneself
Don't hesitate 'cause the world seems cold
Do not hold back, even when the outside world appears inhospitable
Stay young at heart 'cause you're never (never, never) old at heart
Maintain a youthful mindset that is perpetually enthusiastic and optimistic
That's the way of the world
This is how the world operates
Plant your flower and you grow a pearl
Cultivate and nurture your passions and it will yield priceless rewards
A child is born with a heart of gold
Inherently, all humans possess kindness, generosity, and love irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, or economic class
The way of the world makes his heart grow cold
Gradually, the circumstances and experiences throughout life can erode one's innate goodness
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, MUSIC SALES CORPORATION
Written by: VERDINE WHITE, MAURICE WHITE, CHARLES STEPNEY
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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 I’d 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. I’ve had many angels touch my life, chokes me up to know she’s 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 it’s wisdom… sometimes it’s the unexpected souls who grace our lives the most, even if it’s for but a moment in time… God Bless you ❤🙏
@jeffkopp1604
@@margaretcarmelatocchio8991 right back at ya! ❤️🙏
@LuisGarcia-kn3rk
Love Your soul!!
@margaretcarmelatocchio8991
@@LuisGarcia-kn3rk the soul…. More real than the body, it’s just that it’s invisible! But it’s Eternal! 😘
@denisestorey6923
💔😭🙏
@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