Queen and Paul parted ways amicably in 2009, with Paul remarking that he would like to get back together in the future to raise money for charity. Paul has since reunited with Bad Company, and they toured in 2010. Over the years, he's also successfully toured and released albums with his own group centered around him. Paul is ranked number 55 on Rolling Stone magazine's "100 Greatest Singers of All Time". His work has been long influenced by American blues and rock n roll, and he helped play a role in the 70s arena rock and hard rock scenes both in the U.K. and the U.S.
Rising Sun
Paul Rodgers Lyrics
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Paul Rodgers
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"Rising Sun"
In the land of the rising sun
The story and the glory of our life
Began
In the city of the east
Was believed
With a love this strong
No mountain is too high to climb
With a love this strong
No mountain is too high to climb
With a love this strong
No mountain is too high to climb
With a love this strong
No mountain is too high to climb
No mountain
No mountain is too high to climb
The lyrics of Paul Rodgers's "Rising Sun" talk about love and the beginning of life. It starts by referencing the land of the rising sun, Japan, and how the story and glory of life began there. The city of the east is also mentioned, which can be taken to mean Tokyo, the capital city of Japan. The yearning and burning of love is then talked about and believed, possibly referencing the intensity and passion that the Japanese people have for their traditions and culture.
The chorus of the song talks about the strength of love and how it can overcome any obstacle, no matter how difficult. The lyrics suggest that with love this strong, no mountain is too high to climb. This can be interpreted as a message of hope and encouragement for anyone facing challenges in their lives. It implies that love and determination can help one overcome any obstacle and achieve their goals.
Overall, the lyrics of "Rising Sun" are simple yet powerful, conveying a message of love, passion, and hope. The imagery of Japan and its culture gives the song a unique flavour and enhances the message of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
In the land of the rising sun
We come from Japan, where the sun rises, representing a new beginning for our story.
The story and the glory of our life
Our life has been filled with both success and pride in what we’ve accomplished.
Began
Our journey of love and life started in this specific place in the world.
In the city of the east
We come from a city that is located in the eastern part of Japan.
The yearning and the burning of our love
We have a deep, passionate love for each other that drives us to take action.
Was believed
We have always believed in our love and what it can accomplish.
With a love this strong
Because our love is so powerful, there's nothing we cannot accomplish together.
No mountain is too high to climb
We have the strength to overcome any challenges and obstacles that come our way, no matter how difficult.
No mountain
There is no challenge too great for us.
No mountain is too high to climb
We can overcome any obstacle as long as we have each other’s love and support.
Writer(s): jay R. Oliver, Glenn Lewis Frey
Contributed by Cooper R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.