Exodus
Harris Eddie Lyrics


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This land is mine, God gave this land to me
This brave and ancient land to me
And when the morning sun reveals her hills and plain
Then I see a land where children can run free

So take my hand and walk this land with me
And walk this lovely land with me
Though I am just a man, when you are by my side
With the help of God, I know I can be strong

Though I am just a man, when you are by my side
With the help of God, I know I can be strong

To make this land our home




If I must fight, I'll fight to make this land our own
Until I die, this land is mine

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Harris Eddie's song EXODUS are a stirring tribute to the land of Israel and the connection that the Jews feel to it. The words "This land is mine, God gave this land to me" are a powerful statement of ownership and belief, borne out of centuries of history and persecution. The "brave and ancient land" represents the ideals of freedom, self-determination, and independence, and the hope that these values will endure.


The phrase "when the morning sun reveals her hills and plain" expresses a sense of awe and wonder at the beauty of the land, and the potential that it holds. The idea of "children running free" evokes a sense of innocence and joy, and emphasizes the importance of preserving the land for future generations. The invitation to "take my hand and walk this land with me" suggests a shared experience of discovery and exploration, and a commitment to building a community that is rooted in the land.


The repeated refrain of "Though I am just a man, when you are by my side/With the help of God, I know I can be strong" emphasizes the importance of solidarity and mutual support, and acknowledges the challenges that lie ahead. The determination to "fight to make this land our own" represents a willingness to do whatever it takes to protect and defend the homeland, and to create a society that is just and equitable. Finally, the declaration that "until I die, this land is mine" underscores the deep emotional attachment that many Jewish people feel towards Israel, and the promise to honor that connection for generations to come.


Line by Line Meaning

This land is mine, God gave this land to me
I believe that this land belongs to me and was given to me by God.


This brave and ancient land to me
This land is both courageous and has been around for a long time, and it belongs to me.


And when the morning sun reveals her hills and plain
When the sun comes up in the morning and I see the hills and valleys of this land, I know that it is mine.


Then I see a land where children can run free
This land is a place where children can play and enjoy their freedom.


So take my hand and walk this land with me
Come and explore this land with me, and we can see what it has to offer.


And walk this lovely land with me
Explore this beautiful land with me and we can enjoy its natural beauty together.


Though I am just a man, when you are by my side
I may be just one person, but with your support and friendship, I can accomplish great things.


With the help of God, I know I can be strong
God's strength will give me the power and ability to be strong and succeed.


If I must fight, I'll fight to make this land our own
If necessary, I am willing to fight to claim this land as mine and ours.


Until I die, this land is mine
I will consider this land to be mine until the day I die.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ERNEST GOLD

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Coulton-Davis Jazz

Eddie's tone and flexibility ...still underrated. What a sound he could get, then another, then another...

Rick the Bartender

When I was living in Philly in the early '70s, WRTI played this all the time - and I truly loved it!

Jeffrey Hall

WRTI, thanks for the memories!

N'Goma

My dad turned me onto this as a 7 year old. The circle was completed when I played drums with him for 2 nights in DC. Raining hard, I drove him to his hotel. We talked until the sun came up, advising me on playing with the right musicians, showing up on time, negotiating the right money. He made his translation two weeks later..

Jazzman Jorge

I first heard this song 32 years ago when I was beginning to study jazz guitar. It is a great song and the jazz solos in this song are great! I played this recording for my guitar teacher and he told me that this song is from the movie, Exodus. That was a great movie!

Dick Roche

EXODUS by Eddie Harris is one of the "Big Three" songs that turned me on to jazz starting with Ahmad Jamal's "POINCIANA" in '59, "ALL BLUES" from KIND OF BLUE (especially my musical hero John Coltrane's solo) in '59 and then EXODUS in '61 - These three songs help me formulate "My life-time love of Jazz" - Joe Diorio's guitar solo is a thing of beauty and he was only in his mid 20's at that time  - today (at age 79) he is currently an instructor in USC's Jazz Studies Program and still plays regularly in the L.A. area - "KEEP ENJOYING THE SOUNDS OF JAZZ" (and make your own list of the songs that turned you on to this great musical art-form)

Luis Figueroa

Thanks

Jay Krusa

Excellent choices. I could offer a few more that "brought me to jazz' including Brubeck, Ramsey Lewis and maybe a half dozen more but Harris and Jamal would be at the top of the list.

The Breathalyzer (Shawn Johnson Music)

All great albums

Dick Roche

Thanks for your response - always enjoyed Paul Desmond and Take Five was a classic during that time period also - my favorite Desmond recordings were with my all time favorite guitarist, Jim Hall - check out CONCIERTO and 1st PLACE AGAIN -they are great - 'KEEP ENJOYING THE SOUNDS OF JAZZ"

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