Early in the Morning
Peter Paul & Mary [Mad Men OST] Lyrics
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I ask the Lord, "Help me find the way!"
Help me find the way to the promised land
This lonely body needs a helping hand
I ask the Lord to help me please find the way.
When the new day's a dawning, I bow my head in prayer.
I pray to the Lord, "Won't you lead me there?"
Won't you let this body your burden share?
I pray to the Lord, "Won't you lead me please, lead me there?"
When the judgment comes to find the world in shame
When the trumpet blows won't you call my name?
When the thunder rolls and the heavens rain
When the sun turns black, never shine again
When the trumpet blows, won't you call me please, call my name!
In "Early in the Morning," Peter, Paul, and Mary urge the Lord to help them find their way to the promised land. The song is a prayer for guidance and assistance in navigating the difficulties of life. The opening lines reveal a sense of urgency and desperation: "Well early in the morning, about the break of day, I ask the Lord, 'Help me find the way!'" The singer recognizes that they need a helping hand and seeks the Lord's intervention.
Throughout the song, the singer implores the Lord to lead them to the promised land and guide them safely to the Golden Stair. They acknowledge the burden of their body and ask for the Lord's support. The chorus reinforces this plea for guidance: "I ask the Lord to help me please find the way," and "I pray to the Lord, 'Won't you lead me there?'"
The song takes on a more ominous note in the final verse when the singer references the coming judgment of the world. They ask for the Lord to call their name when the trumpet blows and the heavens rain. The lyrics suggest a sense of impending doom and a desperate desire to be saved by the Lord. Overall, "Early in the Morning" is a powerful and moving prayer for guidance and salvation.
Line by Line Meaning
Well early in the morning, about the break of day,
At the dawn of a new day, asking for guidance
I ask the Lord, "Help me find the way!"
Requesting divine assistance in finding the right path
Help me find the way to the promised land
Asking for help to reach a better place
This lonely body needs a helping hand
Acknowledging the need for support and guidance
I ask the Lord to help me please find the way.
Reiterating the request for help from a higher power
When the new day's a dawning, I bow my head in prayer.
Starting each day with a humble request for guidance
I pray to the Lord, "Won't you lead me there?"
Asking to be led towards a better path
Won't you guide me safely to the Golden Stair?
Asking for safe passage to a better place in life
Won't you let this body your burden share?
Asking for divine help in carrying life's challenges
I pray to the Lord, "Won't you lead me please, lead me there?"
Continuing to ask for guidance and help
When the judgment comes to find the world in shame
Contemplating the consequences of one's actions
When the trumpet blows won't you call my name?
Asking to be recognized when the time comes
When the thunder rolls and the heavens rain
Reflecting on the power of nature and its impact on life
When the sun turns black, never shine again
Contemplating the end of the world as we know it
When the trumpet blows, won't you call me please, call my name!
Asking to be remembered and called upon when needed
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Paola Montilla
Well early in the morning, about the break of day
I ask the Lord, "Help me find the way!"
Help me find the way (help me find the way)
To the promised land (to the promised land)
This lonely body (this lonely body)
Needs a helping hand (needs a helping hand)
I ask the Lord (I ask the Lord) to help me please find the way
When the new day's a-dawning (day's a dawning)
I bow my head in prayer (I bow my head in prayer)
I pray to the Lord, "Won't you lead me there?"
Won't you guide me safely (guide me)
To the Golden Stair (Golden Stair)?
Won't you let this body your burden share?
I pray to the Lord, "Won't you lead me please, lead me there?"
When the judgment comes to find the world in shame
When the trumpet blows won't you call my name (won't you call my name)?
When the thunder rolls and the heavens rain
When the sun turns black, never shine again (never shine again)
When the trumpet blows, won't you call me please, call my name!
Margaret Gaskell
"Early In The Morning" Golden oldie ..
Well early in the morning, about the break of day,
I ask the Lord, "Help me find the way!"
Help me find the way to the promised land
This lonely body needs a helping hand
I ask the Lord to help me please find the way.
When the new day's a dawning, I bow my head in prayer.
I pray to the Lord, "Won't you lead me there?"
Won't you guide me safely to the Golden Stair?
Won't you let this body your burden share?
I pray to the Lord, "Won't you lead me please, lead me there?"
When the judgment comes to find the world in shame
When the trumpet blows won't you call my name?
When the thunder rolls and the heavens rain
When the sun turns black, never shine again
When the trumpet blows, won't you call me please, call my name!
Kurt Gonzalez
I heard this for the first time on Mad Men. Now I canβt get enough of it. Love this.
Kurt Gonzalez
@Jamie Brackett I just did. So beautiful. You made my day. Thanks a mil.
Robert Dorr
@James Dadzie whatever you say
David Anthony Stone
I saw PPM as an 11 year old back in
The early 60βs and up through the years
From Concert Halls to Peace Rallies
Great performers
Jamie Brackett
Listen to them sing donβt think twice itβs alright. You will NOT be disappointed!!
James Dadzie
Kurt Gonzalez ME too! lol
David Anthony Stone
One of the Greatest Singing Ensembles Ever True harmonic masters. No gimmicks
Paola Montilla
Well early in the morning, about the break of day
I ask the Lord, "Help me find the way!"
Help me find the way (help me find the way)
To the promised land (to the promised land)
This lonely body (this lonely body)
Needs a helping hand (needs a helping hand)
I ask the Lord (I ask the Lord) to help me please find the way
When the new day's a-dawning (day's a dawning)
I bow my head in prayer (I bow my head in prayer)
I pray to the Lord, "Won't you lead me there?"
Won't you guide me safely (guide me)
To the Golden Stair (Golden Stair)?
Won't you let this body your burden share?
I pray to the Lord, "Won't you lead me please, lead me there?"
When the judgment comes to find the world in shame
When the trumpet blows won't you call my name (won't you call my name)?
When the thunder rolls and the heavens rain
When the sun turns black, never shine again (never shine again)
When the trumpet blows, won't you call me please, call my name!
John Ford
Mary on fire! This was the opening track of their first album. What a fantastic song.
Italiano
I have the LP! muy parents purchased it the year it came out