The Hymn
Rick Wakeman & Jon Anderson Lyrics

The lyrics of Rick Wakeman's song "Hymn of Hope" depict a plea for salvation and love from a troubled soul. The opening line "Saviour, save me, my soul needs love" expresses a cry for help and a yearning for a higher power to ease the pain and turmoil within. The following line "But you can see of the need in me, a flame of your desiring" suggests that the singer acknowledges their own imperfections and is open to being shaped and guided by a higher power.

The second verse "Help me reach for the path of peace, and hide my tears whilst crying Lord" highlights the paradoxical nature of seeking inner peace while still experiencing emotional pain. There is a sense of surrender to the process of healing, acknowledging that true peace may not come quickly or easily. The song overall conveys a message of hope, and a belief in the transformative power of divine love.