Flying
Porter Willy Lyrics
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I want to be free to walk, to stand, to start anew
Oh, to feel grace within these wings
Oh, to be forgiven for all your memory of sin
Because we waited so long to shine, to shine
This love is so strong I'm flying
I'm high on God's love
Oh, the taste of ruby wine on lips
Oh, to be hypnotized by the lying swaying billboard hips
It is our souls to which the big machines are drawn
And it's money that fuels their hearts
There are no human dreams at all
They want you to drink your drink and lay your money down
When you awaken, you will hear
The sound around you sounding out but I
I feel like you and I are just beginning to shine, to shine, yeah
I pray for peace or at least an open window
I want to be free, I'm free to walk, to stand, to start anew
Oh, the feel of grace within these wings
We have been forgiven for all our memory of sin
Because we waited so long to shine, to shine
Love, it is so strong I'm flying
I'm high on God's
Got a lot of love, a love supreme
Say, you got a lot of love
Got a lot of love, a love supreme
Say, you got a lot of love
Got a lot of love, a love supreme
Say, you got a lot of love
Got a lot of love, a love supreme
Say, you got a lot of love
Got a lot of love, a love supreme
Say, you got a lot of love
You got a lot of love
You got a lot of love
The song "Flying" by Porter Willy is a powerfully uplifting track that touches upon themes of freedom, forgiveness, and self-discovery. The lyrics express a yearning to break free from the constraints of society and to soar above it all, unencumbered by worldly cares and worries. The singer longs for the ability to walk, stand, and start anew, free from the burden of past mistakes and regrets.
The chorus of the song contains the central message of the track - that if we wait too long to shine, we might miss our chance entirely. However, if we can find a way to break free from the chains that bind us and truly let our love and light shine, we can experience a sense of soaring freedom unlike anything else.
The second verse of the song touches upon the idea that society is often driven by money and materialistic desires, and that these things can distract us from our true purpose and potential. The lyrics also touch upon the idea of being hypnotized by false ideals and expectations, such as the images of swaying billboard hips that are used to sell products and perpetuate harmful stereotypes.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to be free to fly like you
I desire to be liberated to soar through the skies just like you
I want to be free to walk, to stand, to start anew
I strive to break free from any chains that bind me and begin anew with the ability to walk and stand wherever I please
Oh, to feel grace within these wings
To experience the beauty and elegance of flight within my wings is an indescribable feeling
Oh, to be forgiven for all your memory of sin
To be granted forgiveness for all of my past transgressions and to no longer be burdened by the memories of my mistakes
Because we waited so long to shine, to shine
Our brilliance and potential were dimmed for so long, but now we have the opportunity to prosper and shine
This love is so strong I'm flying
The intense and unwavering love I am experiencing has propelled me to soar through the air
I'm high on God's love
The overwhelming feeling of being loved and supported by a higher power is intoxicating and enlightening
Oh, the taste of ruby wine on lips
The exquisite and luxurious taste of wine on my lips is a sensation that cannot be replicated
Oh, to be hypnotized by the lying swaying billboard hips
To be enchanted and captivated by the artificial and insincere movements of the media and advertising industry is a negative and alluring experience
It is our souls to which the big machines are drawn
The large and powerful machines are attracted to our souls and their energy
And it's money that fuels their hearts
The machines are powered and driven by the greed for wealth and material possessions
There are no human dreams at all
The machines do not possess any aspirations or desires beyond their programmed functions
They want you to drink your drink and lay your money down
The machines and society at large encourage us to consume and spend our money without thought or concern for the consequences
When you awaken, you will hear The sound around you sounding out but I
Once you come to consciousness, you will become aware of the noise and commotion of the world, but I still remain elevated and peaceful
I feel like you and I are just beginning to shine, to shine, yeah
I sense that we are only starting to unleash our potential and are on the cusp of a great transformation
I pray for peace or at least an open window
I beseech for tranquility and clarity, but at the very least a chance for a new beginning or opportunity
We have been forgiven for all our memory of sin
We have been absolved of our transgressions and no longer need to be haunted by our past mistakes
Got a lot of love, a love supreme
There is an abundance of affection and a pure and transcendent type of love
Say, you got a lot of love
I acknowledge and recognize the love within others
You got a lot of love
A declaration or complement to someone else who possesses a lot of love
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GARTH IVAN RICHARD PORTER, ROD MCCORMACK
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kristen White
Love this. Thanks for posting here. Will watch many times. For a great song and in memory of a great friend and our fun times singing along. 😀 ❤️ U Willy Awesome road trip song.
JoshBroughster
Awesome playing! Love this :)
Ryan Saunders
I adore this song. Thank you for sharing this Willy, i needed this...ten times in a row.
Tom White
Simply the best!
ROH3
Awesome Willy P!
Kaat Debusscher
I saw you in concert once. Back in 1994, I think. You were opening for Tori Amos in Brussels, Belgium. You played a cover of I Want You Back (Jackson 5) and had us all in stitches. Of all the concerts I've been to in my life, never ever have I seen the audience ask for an encore from the opening act. Until that day, that is.
I ended up buying this album. Lots of great songs, including this one, but I think Rita is my favorite. All the best, Mr. Porter.
Paulo Nuno Teixeira
Very nice work :))
2alexios
I like you free being...on guitar. Grooving
Paulo Nuno Teixeira
Greg Koch send me and you are great :))
2alexios
Is it a Guild? Guitar?