On My Way
Phil Collins Ft Blind Boys Of Alabama Lyrics


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Tell everybody I'm on my way
New friends and new places to see
With blue skies ahead, yes
I'm on my way
And there's nowhere else
That I'd rather be

Tell everybody I'm on my way
And I'm loving every step I take
With the sun beating down, yes
I'm on my way
And I can't keep this smile off my face

'Cause there's nothing like seeing
Each other again
No matter what the distance between
And the stories that we tell
Will make you smile
Oh it really lifts my heart

So tell 'em all I'm on my way
New friends and new places to see
And to sleep under the stars
Who could ask for more
With the moon keeping watch over me

Not the snow, not the rain
Can change my mind
The sun will come out, wait and see
And the feeling of the wind in your face
Can lift your heart
Oh there's nowhere I would rather be

'Cause I'm on my way now
Well and truly
I'm on my way now

(I'm on my way now)
(I'm on my way now)
(I'm on my way now)

Tell everybody I'm on my way
And I just can't wait to be there
With blue skies ahead, yes
I'm on my way
And nothing but good times to share

So tell everybody I'm on my way
And I just can't wait to be home
With the sun beating down, yes
I'm on my way
And nothing but good times to show
I'm on my way





Yes, I'm on my way

Overall Meaning

Phil Collins's song "On My Way" is about the excitement and anticipation of embarking on a journey towards new experiences, while also looking forward to reuniting with old friends. The opening lines "Tell everybody I'm on my way, new friends and new places to see" emphasize the eagerness and anticipation of traveling to new places and meeting new people. Collins uses nature metaphors such as "blue skies ahead" and "sun beating down" to convey feelings of hope, optimism, and freedom. He is thrilled with the prospect of sleeping under the stars and being free to explore the world.


Collins's lyrics also express the joyful emotions that come with reuniting with old friends, regardless of the distance between them. He believes that connecting with old friends can lift one's heart and make one smile. The song suggests that the stories shared among old friends have the power to bring people together and create strong bonds.


Ultimately, "On My Way" is more than just a song about traveling; it is a song about the joy of life and the importance of human connection. The enthusiastic lyrics and upbeat melodies reflect the theme of living life to the fullest and cherishing the memories made along the way.


Line by Line Meaning

Tell everybody I'm on my way
I want everyone to know that I am making progress towards my destination


New friends and new places to see
I am excited for the opportunity to meet new people and explore new places


With blue skies ahead, yes
I have a positive outlook on my journey ahead


And there's nowhere else
There is no other place I would rather be than on my way to my destination


That I'd rather be
I am content with my current situation and have no desire to be anywhere else


And I'm loving every step I take
I am enjoying the process of reaching my destination, even if it involves difficult steps


With the sun beating down, yes
The warm weather makes my journey more pleasant


And I can't keep this smile off my face
I am so happy that I cannot hide my joy with a smile


'Cause there's nothing like seeing
The experience of reuniting with someone you have not seen in a while is unparalleled


Each other again
Being reconnected with someone after time apart is a wonderful experience


No matter what the distance between
Even if we are geographically separated, we can still appreciate each other's company


And the stories that we tell
Sharing memories and experiences is a joyous activity


Will make you smile
The stories that we tell are so amusing they will bring a smile to your face


Oh it really lifts my heart
Hearing these stories and sharing laughter with others brings a feeling of happiness


And to sleep under the stars
There is a sense of magic and freedom when sleeping in the outdoors and looking at the stars


Who could ask for more
The simplicity of sleeping under the stars brings a sense of contentment and fulfillment


With the moon keeping watch over me
The moon's presence is comforting and reassuring at night


Not the snow, not the rain
No matter the weather conditions, nothing can dampen the excitement for the journey ahead


Can change my mind
The obstacles of weather do not change my decision to continue towards my destination


The sun will come out, wait and see
There is hope even on the gloomiest of days and the sun will eventually shine in the future


And the feeling of the wind in your face
The wind's touch is an invigorating and freeing sensation


Can lift your heart
The wind's feeling carries a positive emotion and brings a sense of happiness and inspiration


Oh there's nowhere I would rather be
I am content with my current path and have no desire to be anywhere else


Well and truly
I am definitely and wholeheartedly on my way


And I just can't wait to be there
I am eagerly and enthusiastically awaiting my arrival at my destination


And nothing but good times to share
I am anticipating all the fun and positive experiences that are to come upon arrival


And I just can't wait to be home
My ultimate goal is returning to my comfortable and familiar environment, where I feel at ease


And nothing but good times to show
I am proud of the experiences - both good and difficult - that I have had on my journey


Yes, I'm on my way
I am making progress towards my destination, and nothing will stop me from reaching it




Lyrics ยฉ Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Phil Collins

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Comments from YouTube:

@mutigerinky

Hands down the most underrated Disney song ever! Awesome song!

@manuelorozco7760

Defintely overdue for a cover

@eljelablogs4921

Blind Boys and Phil Collins are both great singers! Blind Boys gave me gospel singers vibes, Phil Collins gave me magical vibes๐Ÿ˜

@RB01.10

This is the perfect song to play at a family gathering.

@demierussimmons8235

Especially at a family reunion

@shangri-la9458

As a black woman whose family lives in the south, I agree. I love EVERYTHING about this song and this movie.

@matthewdale66

that sounds cringey

@apersonnamedayden2852

@Matthew Dale wut in tarnation..

@calvinlam7272

And especially during the first family reunion since the pandemic! ๐Ÿป๐Ÿป๐ŸซŽ๐ŸซŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ๐Ÿบ๐Ÿฆ…๐Ÿฆฃ๐Ÿฆฃ๐Ÿฆฃ๐Ÿฆฃ๐Ÿฆฃ๐Ÿฆฃ๐Ÿฆฃ๐Ÿฆฃ๐Ÿฆฃ๐Ÿฆฃ๐ŸŸ๐ŸŸ๐ŸŸ๐ŸŸ๐ŸŸ๐ŸŸ๐ŸŸ

@ChocoCheetah

Yโ€™all donโ€™t forget, this song was and hopefully still is a big feature in the Disney parades. Such a magical song too

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