Around the World in a Day
Prince & The Revolution Lyrics


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Open your heart, open your mind
A train is leaving all day
A wonderful trip through our time
And laughter is all you pay

Around the world in a day
Around the world in a day
Now dig
Loneliness already knows you
There ain't no reason to stay
Come here and take my hand, I'll show you
I think I know a better way, y'all

Around the world in a day
(Listen to me, babe)
Around the world in a day
(All the babies sing it now)

No
No shouting
No shouting
No, no shouting

The little will escort you
To places within your mind
The former is red, white, and blue
The ladder is purple, come on and climb

Around the world in a day
Around the world in a day
Come on, sing
Around the world in a day
Say papa, I think I want to dance

(Summer she is sweet)

Around the world in a day
Around the world in a day




All the little babies sing around the world
Around the world in a day

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Prince & The Revolution's "Around the World in a Day" express a joyful invitation to embark on a trip through time and space with an open heart and mind. The song talks about leaving the lonely and boring present behind and venturing into a more colorful and exciting world. The train that takes us on this journey is hailed as a symbol of unity and adventure, as it carries people from different backgrounds and places to places within their own minds. The song also mentions the colors of the American flag (red, white, and blue) and the color purple (famously associated with the artist) as pathways to explore and climb. The chorus repeats the title phrase as an upbeat mantra, inviting all the "little babies" to sing along and dance.


The lyrics can be interpreted as a call to escape the mundane reality and embrace a more imaginative and spiritual experience. The train that takes us on this journey may represent a transcendent force or a collective dream, as it bypasses geographical and cultural barriers and elevates us to a higher level of consciousness. The song is full of playful and nonsensical words ("Now dig", "No shouting", "Say papa") that add to the whimsical feel of the track. The line "The little will escort you" may refer to the power of imagination and curiosity in guiding us through life.


Line by Line Meaning

Open your heart, open your mind
Start with an open heart and an open mind


A train is leaving all day
This journey lasts all day long


A wonderful trip through our time
A fantastic journey through history


And laughter is all you pay
The only thing you need to bring is a sense of humor and a willingness to have fun


Around the world in a day
Traveling around the world in a single day


Around the world in a day
Traveling around the world in a single day


Now dig
Now pay attention and listen up


Loneliness already knows you
You've felt lonely before


There ain't no reason to stay
You don't have to stay lonely


Come here and take my hand, I'll show you
I'll help you escape loneliness


I think I know a better way, y'all
I've found a way to make things better for you


No shouting
Let's keep things calm, with no shouting


No shouting
Let's keep things calm, with no shouting


No, no shouting
Let's keep things calm, with no shouting


The little will escort you
Let your imagination lead the way


To places within your mind
Explore the depths of your own imagination


The former is red, white, and blue
Our past is patriotic and historic


The ladder is purple, come on and climb
The future is bright and exciting, so come along and join the journey


Around the world in a day
Traveling around the world in a single day


Around the world in a day
Traveling around the world in a single day


Come on, sing
Join me in song


Around the world in a day
Traveling around the world in a single day


Say papa, I think I want to dance
I'm ready to let go and have some fun


(Summer she is sweet)
The joys of summer


Around the world in a day
Traveling around the world in a single day


Around the world in a day
Traveling around the world in a single day


All the little babies sing around the world
Everyone is invited to join the journey


Around the world in a day
Traveling around the world in a single day




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: David G. Coleman, John L. Nelson, Prince Rogers Nelson

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