Fly Away
Miri Ben Ari Feat. Kanye West Lyrics


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One glad morning, when this life is over
I'll fly away
To a land where joy shall never end, oh
I'll fly away

Oh, I'll fly away, oh glory
I'll fly away
When I die, Hallelujah, by and by
I'll fly away





Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Fly Away" by Miri Ben Ari featuring Kanye West are related to the concept of death and life after it. The phrase "One glad morning, when this life is over" is a clear indication of the fact that the singer is thinking of what will happen after they die. The word "glad" is significant here, as it indicates that the singer is not afraid of death or anxious about it, but rather they are looking forward to a new beginning. The words "I'll fly away" are repeated throughout the song and represent the singer's hope that they will be carried away to a heavenly place after they die. In the second line of the verse, the singer expresses their wish to go to a place where "joy shall never end," which hints at the idea of heaven being a joyful and peaceful place.


In the chorus of the song, the words "Oh, I'll fly away, oh glory" are repeated several times. The word "glory" here is a reference to God and the belief that after death, the soul will be reunited with God. The singer also mentions that when they die, they will say "Hallelujah," which is a word that is commonly used in religious contexts to express praise and gratitude to God. The phrase "by and by" in the second line of the chorus is a reminder that death is inevitable and that it will happen "at some unspecified time in the future."


Overall, "Fly Away" is a song that speaks about death and the singer's belief in life after it. It is a song that provides hope and reassurance that there is a better place after we pass away.


Line by Line Meaning

One glad morning, when this life is over
At some point in the future, when my life comes to an end, possibly (and hopefully) after a long and fulfilling existence.


I'll fly away
I will transcend the physical realm of this world, moving beyond the limits of my current existence.


To a land where joy shall never end, oh
This new reality will be characterized by boundless happiness and bliss. It is a place where joy is everlasting, eternal and never-ending.


I'll fly away
I am fully committed to this journey and I will embrace death as it will allow me to achieve my ultimate goal of leaving the worldly troubles and pains behind.


Oh, I'll fly away, oh glory
I am ecstatically looking forward to this release from the confines of the material world as it is a transformation that is filled with divine glory.


I'll fly away
I will become one with the universe, rising above the grief and sorrows of this earth and eventually reaching the heavens.


When I die, Hallelujah, by and by
Upon my death, the celebration of my transition will include joy, singing and praises.


I'll fly away
I am confident and eager to make the transition from life to the next chapter of my existence, where there is unlimited joy and eternal peace.




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Written by: Albert E. Brumley

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