In 2007, Kim became the first solo artist to sign with the then newly relaunched Canaan Records. On August 12th of that year, her sophomore solo project was released by Canaan, entitled "I Just Wanted You to Know". This debut solo Canaan release showcases her versatility on songs such as "The Woman In My Little Girl's Room", a parental reflection of children that seem grow up far too soon and the album's first single, "Gospel To The World", a profound church anthem from the pen of Paula Stefanovich. Paula is also well known for her other two other successful Hopper hits, "Jerusalem" and "Yahweh". On this album as well as on any Hopper recording and especially in live performance, Kim's exceptional talent is paired with a unique ability to connect with her listeners on the most personal and heartfelt level, a hallmark trait that her fans have come to know and love.
I'll Fly Away
Kim Hopper Lyrics
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I'll fly away
To a home on God's celestial shore
I'll fly away
I'll fly away, oh glory
I'll fly away
When I die, Hallelujah, bye and bye
When the shadows of this life have grown
I'll fly away
Like a bird from prison bars have flown
I'll fly away
I'll fly away, oh glory
I'll fly away
When I die, Hallelujah, bye and bye
I'll fly away
Just a few more weary days and then
I'll fly away
To that home where joy will never end
I'll fly away
I'll fly away, oh glory
I'll fly away
When I die, Hallelujah, bye and bye
I'll fly away
I'll fly away, oh glory
I'll fly away
When I die, Hallelujah, bye and bye
I'll fly away
Kim Hopper's song "I'll Fly Away" is a gospel hymn that talks about the anticipation and ultimate joy of heaven. The lyrics are written by Albert E. Brumley and it talks about the peaceful departure of a soul from this world to the afterlife. The song's different verses use metaphors and imagery of flying away like a bird from prison, which signifies the soul's liberation from the bondage of the physical world, to a home on God's celestial shore.
The lyrics also express the hope that death is not an end but a release into eternal life in heaven. The repetition of the line "I'll fly away, oh glory" creates a sense of excitement about the prospect of being in the presence of God after death. The phrase, "When I die, Hallelujah, bye and bye" indicates the singer's willingness to leave this life behind and embrace the wonders of the next one.
"I'll Fly Away" has a sense of comfort and reassurance as it explains that even amidst the shadows of life, the soul will fly away to a place with no sorrow, pain or suffering. Its use of words like "glory" and "joy" and the ultimate destination of going to the home of the Almighty God, give a sense of peace and enthusiasm to its listeners. This gospel hymn emphasizes the reassurance and peace that come from faith in God and the promise of eternal life.
Line by Line Meaning
Some glad morning when this life is over
At some point in the future, when this life has ended and I have passed on,
I'll fly away
I will transcend and leave this mortal plane.
To a home on God's celestial shore
I will find myself in a new, heavenly abode where God is present.
I'll fly away, oh glory
My transcendent journey will be filled with glory and wonderment.
When I die, Hallelujah, bye and bye
As I pass away, I will exclaim 'Hallelujah' and say farewell to this world.
When the shadows of this life have grown
As I grow older and the obstacles in this world mount,
I'll fly away
I will leave behind these challenges and transcend.
Like a bird from prison bars have flown
In the same way a bird escapes the confines of a cage,
I'll fly away
I will soar to a higher state of being.
Just a few more weary days and then
Although there may still be some hardships ahead,
I'll fly away
I will persevere through them until I achieve transcendence.
To that home where joy will never end
My new, celestial abode will be a place of eternal happiness and contentment.
I'll fly away, oh glory
My journey to this new home will continue to be filled with wonder and awe.
When I die, Hallelujah, bye and bye
As I pass on, I will once again say farewell to this world and express gratitude.
I'll fly away, oh glory
My final journey will be one of majesty and splendor.
When I die, Hallelujah, bye and bye
As I say goodbye to this world, I will do so with joyful celebration.
Contributed by Charlotte B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.