Expansions
Lonnie Liston Smith Lyrics


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expand your mind to understand we all must live in peace to earth
extend you rhand to help the plan
of love to all mankind on earth

expand your mind
expand your mind




Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Lonnie Liston Smith's song "Expansions" seem to be calling for unity and peaceful coexistence among humanity. The first line, "expand your mind to understand we all must live in peace to earth," suggests that in order to achieve peace on earth, we must first broaden our understanding and awareness. The next line, "extend your hand to help the plan of love to all mankind on earth," urges listeners to actively participate in spreading love and kindness towards others.


The chorus of "expand your mind, expand your mind" reinforces the idea of widening our perspectives and thinking beyond ourselves. It encourages listeners to challenge their beliefs and step outside of their comfort zones to attain a greater level of empathy and compassion towards all people. The song's message ultimately stresses the importance of coming together as a human race to achieve a common goal: peace.


Line by Line Meaning

expand your mind to understand we all must live in peace to earth
Broaden your perspective to comprehend that we must coexist harmoniously on this planet


extend you rhand to help the plan
Reach out with a generous hand to support the vision


of love to all mankind on earth
An idea of spreading the message of love universally among all human beings


expand your mind
Reiterate the importance of broadening your consciousness




Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HALE SMITH, LONNIE LISTON SMITH

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@catherinesmith4551

I'm 70 years old and this reminds me of my youth. It still sounds so good ! This kind of artist, this music never gets old.โค

@imbees2

I hear you Catherine. Me tooo. My youth this music is the bomb. Evrrrryday!!!!!

@ezaaron52

Me too Brother! Took me back !!

@ernest472

I will be 67 in Sept. I feel the same way. Long live the music of our generation.

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@EarthWindandFirepower0990

THIS IS AN ABSOLUTE MASTERPIECE

@billynomates920

yes! :-) :-)

@janicesmalling5264

I love this so much, I mean everyone should listen to this. Let the younger understand it did not start with them, we always knew it ๐Ÿ’—

@happygilmore2100

Indeed, it is.

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