Farther Along
Flying Burrito Brothers Lyrics
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Farther along we'll understand why
Cheer up my brother live in the sunshine
We'll understand it all by and by
When we see Jesus coming in glory
When he comes from his home in the sky
Then we shall meet him in that bright mansion
Father along we'll know all about it
Farther along we'll understand why
Cheer up my brother live in the sunshine
We'll understand it all by and by
We'll understand it all by and by
The Flying Burrito Brothers' song "Farther Along" speaks to the idea of finding solace and understanding in faith. The lyrics suggest that, while we may not understand the trials and tribulations we face in life in the present moment, eventually we will come to understand the reason for them. The repetition of "father along we'll know all about it" and "farther along we'll understand why" emphasizes the idea that clarity and understanding may not come immediately, but will eventually emerge.
The lyrics also allude to the idea of a heaven or afterlife, where we will meet Jesus and be able to understand everything that we could not in life. The idea of a bright mansion and the imagery of Jesus coming from his home in the sky suggests a blissful, joyful reunion that will bring an end to all confusion and pain.
Overall, the message of the song is one of hope, emphasizing the belief that our struggles and suffering will be worth it in the end when we finally find understanding and peace.
Line by Line Meaning
Father along we'll know all about it
As we progress through life, we will gradually gain knowledge and understanding about our purpose and the bigger picture.
Farther along we'll understand why
As time goes on, clarity will be gained about the reasons and motivations behind the events and challenges we encounter in life.
Cheer up my brother live in the sunshine
Do not let the uncertainty and difficulties of life bring you down - focus on the positive aspects of life and enjoy it while you can.
We'll understand it all by and by
Eventually, we will gain complete understanding and enlightenment about our existence and the universe as a whole.
When we see Jesus coming in glory
Referring to a Biblical belief that Jesus Christ will one day return to Earth in a glorious and triumphant manner.
When he comes from his home in the sky
Using poetic language to describe the expected event of Jesus' return from Heaven.
Then we shall meet him in that bright mansion
Belief that those who follow Jesus will be rewarded in the afterlife with a place in Heaven to meet him.
We'll understand it all by and by
Repeated as a reassurance that one day everything will be fully understood and make sense.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP
Written by: J R BAXTER, JOHN STARLING
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