Tears of Joy
Red Sea Lyrics


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The northbound train just left for Heaven
Down by station 49
I watched the skyline rise above my window
It looks like castles in the sun
And I do believe I can hear the angels cry

Compromises, they get the best of you
Life is such a mystery
I never meant to leave you no heartache
But I guess it's just my time, baby
I cried for the sunshine
Now I've found sweet love from above
Everyone needs a little sometimes
But the rain keeps comin' down
And there ain't no way to stop it now so

Cry those tears of joy
Let them fall down your face
Love has been my saving grace
Cry those tears of joy
Please remember baby, love is gonna
Guide your way back home

And maybe someday baby
I'm gonna see you smile
For a little while
Precious child


I'll see you smile again

You know it's been so long now baby
Goin' on twenty years
And I can still reach out from my resting place
And feel your tender kiss

I cried for the sunshine
Now I've found sweet love from above
Everyone needs a little sometimes
But the rain keeps comin' down
And there ain't no way to stop it now so

Cry those tears of joy
Let them fall on down your face
Love has been my saving grace
Cry those tears of joy
Please remember baby, love is gonna
Guide your way back home

Cry now baby as the rain keeps comin' down
Cry those tears of joy
There ain't no way to stop it now so
So cry those tears




Cry those tears
Cry those tears of joy

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Red Sea's song Tears of Joy paint a vivid picture of a person who is at the end of their life and heading towards Heaven on a train while looking out the window at the beautiful skyline. The person reflects on their life and acknowledges that compromises often get the best of us and life is full of mysteries. The person didn't mean to cause anyone heartache but realizes that it's time for them to go. The lyrics mention how the person cried for sunshine but found sweet love from above. It's a reminder that love can be our saving grace in tough times, even when the rain keeps coming down. The chorus encourages the listener to cry tears of joy and remember that love will guide them back home.


Overall, the song is about finding peace and joy in life despite the challenges we face. It's a reminder that we all have an expiration date, but love and memories can last forever. The imagery of the skyline and rain create a beautiful contrast between light and dark, joy and sadness, hope and fear. The song's message is universal, and it can resonate with anyone who has experienced loss, whether it's their own mortality or someone they love.


Line by Line Meaning

The northbound train just left for Heaven
People are departing from this world, leaving for an unknown place.


Down by station 49
The singer is observing their surroundings from a specific location.


I watched the skyline rise above my window
The singer is observing the natural world around them.


It looks like castles in the sun
The scenery is beautiful and majestic.


And I do believe I can hear the angels cry
The artist senses a divine presence.


Compromises, they get the best of you
Giving up something important for something else happens often.


Life is such a mystery
The complexities and uncertainties of life are challenging.


I never meant to leave you no heartache
The artist did not intend to cause pain to others.


But I guess it's just my time, baby
The artist acknowledges that their fate is inevitable.


I cried for the sunshine
The artist desired something better in life.


Now I've found sweet love from above
The singer has received comfort from a higher power.


Everyone needs a little sometimes
People require love and support.


But the rain keeps comin' down
Difficult times persist.


And there ain't no way to stop it now so
There is no easy solution.


Cry those tears of joy
It is acceptable to express emotions.


Let them fall on down your face
Tears release emotions.


Love has been my saving grace
Love has provided the artist with hope and healing.


Please remember baby, love is gonna
Love will guide and support you.


Guide your way back home
Love is a guiding force.


And maybe someday baby
Perhaps in the future.


I'm gonna see you smile
The artist desires to see joy from a loved one.


For a little while
Even a brief moment of happiness is valuable.


Precious child
The person addressed is cherished.


You know it's been so long now baby
Time has passed.


Goin' on twenty years
A specific amount of time has passed.


And I can still reach out from my resting place
The singer is no longer alive but still haunts their loved one.


And feel your tender kiss
The singer still remembers their loved one.


Cry now baby as the rain keeps comin' down
It is okay to cry when things are tough.


There ain't no way to stop it now so
There is no simple solution to problems.


So cry those tears
Emotions are healthy and should be expressed.


Cry those tears
Emotions are an important part of the human experience.


Cry those tears of joy
Feelings of happiness and relief are valid.




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Comments from YouTube:

Wintersteel747

Thanks for posting this. It is such an awesome song I wish these guys would put another album. This song really means a lot to me.

André Ferreira

Thankx for post this Too! One of faves from the poor nineties, Surely the album I heard the most in 1994!

Matt Lidyoff

thx for posting
one of my all time fav cds

MainlyRock

You're welcome, couldn't find it anywhere, to my surprise. Yeah, but that won't happen I guess, I love that album. One of my favourite Bluesy Hard Rock albums. Love the vocals, reminds me of the late Ray Gillen. This song in particulair, is a beauty...

MainlyRock

You're welcome, good to hear ;)! Makes it worthwhile posting these songs. Same for me, too bad that only one album was made, but a fine one it was is.

Bryan J.v Takaali

Spotify playlist?

MainlyRock

Beg your pardon? You mean if I have a playlist over there? I so, I do not.

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