Bless You
John Lennon & The Plastic Ono Nuclear Band Lyrics
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Windswept child on a shooting star
Restless spirits depart
Still we're deep in each other's hearts
Some people say it's over
Now that we spread our wings
But we know better darling
Bless you whoever you are
Holding her now
Be warm and kind hearted
And remember though love is strange
Now and forever our love will remain
The song Bless You by John Lennon is a beautiful tribute to the undying nature of love. It starts with the singer wishing blessings to an unknown person who is described as a windswept child on a shooting star, indicating a free-spirited soul on a journey of their own. The following lines talk about how restless spirits have departed, possibly indicating the singer's own grief and the need to let go of past pain. However, despite these departures, the singer insists that they are still deeply connected to the person they are addressing - a connection that is felt in each other's hearts.
The second verse touches upon the doubts and insecurities that often plague a relationship. It mentions how other people might say that it's over now that they've spread their wings, but the singer knows better. They see through this "hollow ring" which is just an echo of the past. The last few lines of the song bring a sense of comfort and warmth, invoking the image of the person being held by their loved one. The singer acknowledges that love can be strange, but despite this, their love will remain forever.
In essence, Bless You is about the power of enduring love, the kind that stays with us through all seasons and all phases of life. It's about recognizing that while people may come and go, our connections to some of them run deep and cannot be easily severed. It's a reminder that even in the midst of change and uncertainty, the warmth and kindness of love can provide a constant source of comfort and solace.
Line by Line Meaning
Bless you wherever you are
May you be blessed wherever you are.
Windswept child on a shooting star
May you feel free and adventurous like a child riding a shooting star.
Restless spirits depart
May all unsettled and restless feelings leave you.
Still we're deep in each other's hearts
Yet, we remain closely bonded in our hearts.
Some people say it's over
Some believe our love has ended.
Now that we spread our wings
Since we have decided to move forward and explore new opportunities.
But we know better darling
However, we possess the understanding that our connection is stronger than this separation.
The hollow ring is only last year's echo
The emptiness we feel is only a remnant of last year's memories.
Bless you whoever you are
Blessings to whoever you have become.
Holding her now
While you embrace someone else currently.
Be warm and kind hearted
Be gentle, generous, and compassionate in your actions and words towards others.
And remember though love is strange
Keep in mind that love can manifest itself in unusual, unexpected ways.
Now and forever our love will remain
Despite distance or circumstances, our love for each other will persist eternally.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHN LENNON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@marilotta
Lyrics
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Bless you wherever you are
Windswept child on a shootin' star
Ah-ah-ah
Ah-ah-ah-ah
Restless spirits depart
Still we're deep in each other's hearts
Ah-ah-ah
Ah-ah-ah-ah
Hey-hey-hey
Heh-eh-eh-eh
Some people say it's over
Now that we spread our wings
But we know better, darlin'
The hollow ring
Is only last year's echo, oh-oh
Hmm-hmm-hmm
Hmm-hmm-hmm-hmm
Hey-hey-hey
Heh-eh-eh-eh
Bless you whoever you are
Holding her now, be warm and kind hearted
Eh-eh-eh
Eh-eh-eh-eh
And remember though love is strange
Now and forever our love will remain
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Ay-ay-ay-ain
Eh-eh-eh
Eh-eh-eh-eh
@CambridgeEducatedMan
This man's music is outside the normal realms of time.... It shall be beautiful and listened to in many thousands of years from now.... So very beautiful!!!
@krisztina442
I feel the same. It's timeless; only the greatest talents can leave behind such masterpieces.
@josephreynaga3340
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@javiermora5046
The jazziest song he ever made. Beautifully smooth.
@waynej2608
Yes. It really is a nice one. Shows his versatility.
@dabreu
Yes, Sounds a bit of Band on the Run it starts. And sound like some songs Paul composed, although it is pure John. But is is possible he inspired on Paul's style.
@mariomf1644
Is just me or it sounds like an angel is singing?
God bless you John Lennon! Thanks to be the greatest lyricist in the history.
@HUNDREDACREWOOD.
PS. Angels arent real, therefore, you have no idea what one would sound like.
What does Santa Claus sound like when he's singing ?
@PorcelainSubmarine
lay off the edge, grandpa!
@HUNDREDACREWOOD.
@kennedy voyen
Truth seems to be rather edgy to superstitious fools and the uninformed...