Earth To Earth
Kerrs Pink Lyrics


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Tears from every cloud begin to fall
The sky is big and my life is small
Creator in the heavens upon high
Who are you - who am I?

Another day will soon dissapear
So make the most of it while you are here
The clock is ticking as we rush
Life is short - time flies

As night unfolds tales will be told
How faith, hope and true love will remain
If our world will fade with everything we've made
Ashes to ashes - Earth to Earth and dust to dust

Earth to Earth - dust to dust

Hear the mighty sound, roaring from beyond
Hear it rip the air, spreading constant fear

Masses on the run, from the blazing sun
See the raging fire, burning higher and higher
Where do we go from here?

As night unfolds tales will be told
Faith, hope and true love will remain
If our world should fade with everything we've made
We'll watch the stars fade away with the fragments of our lives
Ashes to ashes, Earth to Earth and dust to dust

At the dawn of life
Earth was given to man
It was not just a gift
But the center of a higher plan
Little old man know
Of the shape of things to come
Nor the tasks ahead,- yet undone
We refuse to foresee Armageddon
Though the prophets are clear
In their prediction
Cause we live from day to day
Without a care for tomorrow
And thus we have sealed our fate - the end

Ashes to ashes




Earth to Earth
Dust to dust

Overall Meaning

The opening lyrics "Tears from every cloud begin to fall, The sky is big and my life is small" sheds light on the insignificance of human life compared to the vastness of the universe. The question "Who are you - Who am I?" is a philosophical question that highlights the mystery of human existence and the search for purpose in life. The lyrics "Another day will soon disappear, So make the most of it while you are here, The clock is ticking as we rush, Life is short - time flies" emphasizes the fleeting nature of time and urges listeners to make the most of every moment.


The later lyrics shift the focus to the destruction of the world and the possible end of humanity. The lines "Masses on the run, from the blazing sun, See the raging fire, burning higher and higher, Where do we go from here?" evoke images of a post-apocalyptic world where humans are struggling to survive. The refrain "Ashes to ashes - Earth to Earth and dust to dust" echoes the biblical phrase "ashes to ashes, dust to dust", a reminder of the inevitability of death.


The closing lyrics "We refuse to foresee Armageddon, Though the prophets are clear, In their prediction, Cause we live from day to day, Without a care for tomorrow, And thus we have sealed our fate - the end" are a warning to heed the predictions of the prophets and take action to prevent the end of the world. The song's message seems to be that human life is finite and fragile, but we have the power to shape our destiny and impact the world we live in.


Line by Line Meaning

Tears from every cloud begin to fall
The start of a new day has brought the chance of rain which will lead to tears from every cloud, symbolizing sadness.


The sky is big and my life is small
The vastness of the sky puts life into perspective and shows how small our lives are in the grand scheme of things.


Creator in the heavens upon high
This line refers to a higher power or God who is above and in control of everything.


Who are you - who am I?
A reflective question that highlights the search for meaning and the quest for self-discovery.


Another day will soon disappear
Life moves quickly and a new day is already gone before we know it.


So make the most of it while you are here
Encouragement to live in the moment and make the best of every day.


The clock is ticking as we rush
Time is constantly passing by and we are always in a hurry to keep up with it.


Life is short - time flies
An observation that life is brief and time passes quickly.


As night unfolds tales will be told
Nighttime brings the opportunity to tell stories and reflect on the day's events.


How faith, hope and true love will remain
Despite the troubles of life, having faith, hope, and love will persist and remain steadfast.


If our world will fade with everything we've made
No matter how much we build and create, one day the world and all we've done will come to an end.


Ashes to ashes - Earth to Earth and dust to dust
This phrase is often used at funerals to remind mourners that life is short and everything ultimately returns to the Earth, where it came from in the beginning.


Hear the mighty sound, roaring from beyond
A powerful noise is emerging, possibly representing some kind of danger or warning.


Hear it rip the air, spreading constant fear
The sound is causing widespread panic and anxiety amongst people due to its ominous nature.


Masses on the run, from the blazing sun
People are running away from a dangerous situation, possibly involving the sun which is often associated with warmth and comfort.


See the raging fire, burning higher and higher
A fire is growing and intensifying with time, which indicates that the danger and destruction it causes are also increasing.


Where do we go from here?
A question that insinuates a sense of hopelessness and helplessness, as if there are no easy solutions or ways forward.


At the dawn of life
The beginning of life, from the perspective of the ancient past.


Earth was given to man
The Earth is a gift and a responsibility bestowed upon humankind by a greater power.


It was not just a gift
This gift comes with expectations and duties that humans have to fulfill.


But the center of a higher plan
The Earth is a part of a larger system and plan that humans may not fully understand or comprehend.


Little old man know
Humans are limited in knowledge and wisdom, and there is always more to learn.


Of the shape of things to come
No one can predict the future, especially not with certainty.


Nor the tasks ahead, yet undone
There are always more goals to achieve and responsibilities to fulfill.


We refuse to foresee Armageddon
Humans often ignore the warning signs of danger and remain optimistic in the face of disaster.


Though the prophets are clear in their prediction
Some people can see the danger coming and try to warn others, but they are often ignored.


Cause we live from day to day
Humans often focus on the present moment and fail to plan for the future.


Without a care for tomorrow
People can be reckless and irresponsible, ignoring the consequences of their actions or inactions.


And thus we have sealed our fate - the end
Humans' disregard for the long-term future and lack of preparation for danger have led to a catastrophic end.




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