You're the Voice
John Farnham Lyrics


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We have the chance to turn the pages over
We can write what we want to write
We gotta make ends meet, before we get much older
We're all someone's daughter
We're all someone's son
How long can we look at each other
Down the barrel of a gun?
You're the voice, try and understand it
Make a noise and make it clear
Oh, whoa
We're not gonna sit in silence
We're not gonna live with fear
Oh, whoa

This time, we know we all can stand together
With the power to be powerful
Believing we can make it better
Ooh, we're all someone's daughter
We're all someone's son
How long can we look at each other
Down the barrel of a gun?

You're the voice, try and understand it
Make a noise and make it clear
Oh, whoa
We're not gonna sit in silence
We're not gonna live with fear
Oh, whoa

Ooh, we're all someone's daughter
We're all someone's son
How long can we look at each other
Down the barrel of a gun?

You're the voice, try and understand it
Make the noise and make it clear
Oh, whoa
We're not gonna sit in silence
We're not gonna live with fear
Oh, whoa

You're the voice, try and understand it
Make a noise and make it clear
Oh, whoa
We're not gonna sit in silence
We're not gonna live with fear
Oh, whoa

You're the voice, try and understand it
Make a noise and make it clear
Oh, whoa
We're not gonna sit in silence (we're not gonna sit in silence)
We're not gonna live with fear (we're not gonna live with fear)
Oh, whoa

You're the voice, try and understand it
Make a noise and make it clear
Oh, whoa
We're not gonna sit in silence




We're not gonna live with fear
Oh, whoa

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of John Farnham’s “You’re the Voice” implore the listener to take control of their own destiny and make positive changes in the world. The song begins by acknowledging that we have the opportunity to shape our own lives and write our own stories. However, we must also be mindful of the fact that we need to provide for ourselves and each other before it’s too late. The line “How long can we look at each other down the barrel of a gun?” speaks to the growing violence and political tension in the world, reminding us that we must act before it’s too late.


But the song doesn’t just inspire us to take action individually. It also encourages us to unite and stand together. Farnham sings, “This time we know we all can stand together, with the power to be powerful, believing we can make it better.” By supporting each other and working towards a common goal, we can overcome any obstacle and create a better future for ourselves and our children.


Overall, “You’re the Voice” is a song about hope, empowerment, and unity. It’s a powerful reminder that we all have the power to make a positive impact on the world, and it’s up to us to use that power for good.


Line by Line Meaning

We have the chance to turn the pages over
We have the power to create our own narrative and leave the past behind.


We can write what we want to write
We have the freedom to express ourselves and define our own lives.


We gotta make ends meet, before we get much older
We need to take care of our responsibilities and seize opportunities before time runs out.


We're all someone's daughter
We are all valuable and loved, and have a role to play in the world.


We're all someone's son
We are all valuable and loved, and have a role to play in the world.


How long can we look at each other
How much longer can we ignore the problems and divisions that divide us.


Down the barrel of a gun?
Can we continue to threaten each other with violence, or will we find a better way?


You're the voice, try and understand it
You have the power to make a difference and affect change.


Make a noise and make it clear
Speak up and communicate your thoughts and ideas so they can be heard and acted upon.


We're not gonna sit in silence
We refuse to suppress our voices or let others silence us.


We're not gonna live with fear
We will not let fear control our actions or prevent us from living our lives to the fullest.


This time, we know we all can stand together
We have the power to unite and face our challenges together.


With the power to be powerful
We possess the inner strength and potential to create positive change.


Believing we can make it better
We have faith in our ability to improve our lives and the world around us.


Make the noise and make it clear
Continue to speak out and make your message heard loud and clear.


We're not gonna sit in silence (we're not gonna sit in silence)
We will not be silenced or ignored, and will continue to speak out and take action.


We're not gonna live with fear (we're not gonna live with fear)
We will not let fear control our lives or prevent us from fulfilling our potential.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Bucks Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Chris Thompson, Maggie Ryder, Andy Qunta, Keith Reid

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@janemojcec8945

@@JohnFarnham209
Brisbane, John. I've been a fan of yours
Ever since I heard
"Daisy the Cleaning
Lady" I just turned 60
Dec...so yeah been a
Fan for many years.
My dear Mum is 86
And she adores you.
Ide say all of us in
Australia adores U.
Your a SPECIAL 🌹
SOUL..💌💘💗💌



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@Kyntteri

You would't believe how hard it was to find this song when all I could remember of the lyrics was "whoo oo o oo oo"

@ayA.-ff4lh

Kyntteri yes same lol

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Just found it 😅

@udayaariyasena8868

Same me
My freinds freind told me about this
I was so happy

@wiry7428

been looking for the song's title since 1998. after almost 20 years, finally got it

@amazingyear9042

Kyntteri I Know !!! I found this again today thanks to a Celine Dione interview!! YAY!!! LoveLove this song!! 😁😁😃😃💁💁👍🏻👍🏻❣️❣️❣️

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@user-iq3mp5zo8z

Hi John farnham fans. I'm nearly 80 and this masterpiece of music still energises me, makes me feel alive. It should be the entire world's anthem - everyone should listen to it.

@user-iq3mp5zo8z

All you fans worldwide - I invite you to join me in my daily Farnham fix - watch the videos of John's live performances of You're the Voice every day - best "energiser" ever.

@terrymcginness1405

👍🏌🏌🎶🎶

@drew8958

Apart from listening to John Farnham, is there any advice you can give us to get to our 80s??🙂THX!

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