Higher Ground
Rasmussen Lyrics
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Bound for a distant shore
World for the taking
Men gone forever more
Boarding and setting sail
Yet victory won't prevail
Oh, freeze the arrow in the air
Be the first to turn around
Take the leap to land on higher ground
Call in, surrender
Still, I won't feel like defeat
Men laying down their swords
Each of their own accord
Oh, freeze the arrow in the air
Make your mark and leave it hanging there
Be the first to turn around
Take the leap to land on higher ground
Raise the banner to the sky
Face the fear and hold your head up high
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Take the leap like you were bound for higher ground
Freeze the arrow in the air
Make your mark and leave it hanging there
Freeze the arrow in the air
Make your mark and leave it hanging there
Be the first to turn around
Take the leap to land on higher ground
Be the first to turn around
Take the leap and land on higher ground
The opening verse of Rasmussen's song "Higher Ground" alludes to the age-old image of ships sailing towards an unknown destination. It is a metaphorical representation of human endeavor, from exploring the unknown to taking risks in life. The verse builds a picture of men on a journey to an unfamiliar world where their lives are filled with uncertain destiny. The mention of men "gone forever more" is a clear acknowledgment of the risks involved in taking such a journey. With this thought, the song sets a tone of challenge and exploration.
The chorus then steps in to provide an uplifting message of perseverance and hope. It implores us to take risks, leave our mark and take that leap of faith to reach "higher ground." The lyrics urge the listener to focus on their goal and face their fears head-on, raising the banner "to the sky and holding their head up high." The repeated use of "freeze the arrow in the air" as a motivational message means leaving a lasting legacy - "make your mark and leave it hanging there."
Overall, Rasmussen's "Higher Ground" is a motivational song that encourages the listener to take risks, step out of their comfort zone, and pursue their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Ships in the making
New opportunities on the horizon
Bound for a distant shore
Mentally preparing for a long journey ahead
World for the taking
The possibilities are limitless
Men gone forever more
Taking risks may have fatal consequences
Boarding and setting sail
Embarking on a new endeavor
Yet victory won't prevail
Success is not guaranteed
Oh, freeze the arrow in the air
Capture a moment in time
Make your mark and leave it hanging there
Make a lasting impression
Be the first to turn around
Take initiative and lead the way
Take the leap to land on higher ground
Take risks to achieve greater success
Call in, surrender
Admit defeat and move forward
Still, I won't feel like defeat
Maintain a positive attitude
Men laying down their swords
Choosing peace over conflict
Each of their own accord
Acting on personal convictions
Raise the banner to the sky
Symbolize a call to action
Face the fear and hold your head up high
Courageously confront challenges
Take the leap like you were bound for higher ground
Overcome fears and take risks with confidence
Freeze the arrow in the air
Capture important moments
Be the first to turn around
Take initiative and lead the way
Take the leap to land on higher ground
Take risks to achieve greater success
Be the first to turn around
Take initiative and lead the way
Take the leap and land on higher ground
Overcome obstacles and achieve great success
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Niclas Arn, Karl Ulrik Euren, Gustav Richard Euren
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Ships in the making
Bound for a distant shore
World for the taking
Men gone forever more
Boarding and setting sail
Yet victory won't prevail
Freeze the arrow in the air
Make your mark and leave it hanging there
Be the first to turn around
Take the leap to land on higher ground
(Leap to land on higher ground) higher, higher
Call it surrender
Still won't feel like defeat
Men laying down their swords
Each of their own accord
Freeze the arrow in the air
Make your mark and leave it hanging there
Be the first to turn around
Take the leap to land on higher ground
Raise the banner to the sky
Face the fear and hold your head up high
Oh oh oh, oh oh oh, oh oh oh
Take the leap like you are bound for higher ground
(Let this take you higher) higher, higher
Freeze the arrow in the air
Make your mark and leave it hanging there
Freeze the arrow in the air
Make your mark and leave it hanging there
Be the first to turn around
Take the leap to land on higher ground yeah-oh
Be the first to turn around
Take the leap and land on higher ground
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This deserves to be in a soundtrack of some epic movie
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Thought the exact the same!
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I was just thinking that! It really sounds like a soundtrack
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Star Wars III: Revenge of the Sith maybe?