Promised Land
Green Peter Lyrics
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The sun is shining the children smiling
As they walk along the golden sand
The chosen people have climbed the steeple
On their way to the promised land
And on to freedom where there's peace of mind
Someone beside them someone to guide them
On their way to the promised land
And by the river I'll be with you all the way
Break:
And by the river I'll be with you all the way
There's milk and honey it's always sunny
The people sing with their head in hand
And soon their patience will be rewarded
And they shall walk in the promised land
And by the river I'll be with you all the way
The sun is shining the children smiling
As they walk along the golden sand
The chosen people have climbed the steeple
On their way to the promised land
And by the river I'll be with you all the way
The sun is shining the children smiling
As they walk along the golden sand
The chosen people have climbed the steeple
On their way to the promised land
And by the river I'll be with you all the way
The lyrics of Green Peter’s song “Promised Land” depict a vision of an idyllic world where the sun is shining, the children are happy, and the people are headed towards a peaceful and fulfilling life. The “chosen people” in the song are walking along the golden sand, having climbed the steeple on their way to the promised land. The lyrics suggest that this promised land is a place far away from sorrow and towards freedom, where there is peace of mind. The song describes that someone will be there with them to guide them and keep them safe on their journey. The song has a calming and uplifting tone, offering a picture of hope and redemption.
The song is often interpreted as a metaphor for the journey towards spiritual enlightenment or personal fulfillment. The promised land represents the destination, the end of a journey where one can finally experience peace and reward. The metaphorical river in the song may represent the obstacles and challenges that one has to overcome in their journey towards the promised land. The lyrics suggest that there is someone beside them to guide them through the journey, which may represent a support system or a spiritual guide. Overall, the song’s message is one of hope and inspiration, encouraging the listener to keep moving forward towards their own promised land.
Line by Line Meaning
The sun is shining the children smiling
A scene of happiness and blissful enjoyment
As they walk along the golden sand
Walking towards a place of hope and prosperity
The chosen people have climbed the steeple
The ones who have been selected, have overcome great barriers
On their way to the promised land
Going towards a place of desire, hope, and fulfilment
Across the river away from sorrow
Leaving behind a place of sadness
And on to freedom where there's peace of mind
Going towards a place of relaxation and tranquillity
Someone beside them someone to guide them
A companion to help and support them
On their way to the promised land
Heading towards a place where their dreams will be realised
And by the river I'll be with you all the way
I will be there to support and encourage you throughout the journey
There's milk and honey it's always sunny
A place of abundance and happiness
The people sing with their head in hand
People are grateful and express appreciation
And soon their patience will be rewarded
Their perseverance and endurance will pay off
And they shall walk in the promised land
They will finally arrive at their destination of hope and fulfilment
And by the river I'll be with you all the way
I will continue to be there to offer support and encouragement
The sun is shining the children smiling
The scene of happiness and blissful enjoyment is repeated
As they walk along the golden sand
The walk towards hope and prosperity continues
The chosen people have climbed the steeple
The selected ones continue to overcome great barriers
On their way to the promised land
They continue to move towards a place of desire, hope, and fulfilment
And by the river I'll be with you all the way
My support and encouragement will continue throughout the journey
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