I Believe It's Time
Santana Lyrics


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Ow, woah, yeah, ooh

In the beginning before there was light
Everything was darkness with no trace of sound
Out of nowhere, the light shined through
Bringing up some ripples, some ripples of love

Said, I, I believe it's time, yes, it is
To love one another
I, I believe it's time, yes, it is
To love one another
We've got to love on another

God and the devil, in the land of the sun
They were looking together for a man of compassion
Just when they thought there was no such thing
Here come John Coltrane doing a love so brave

I, I believe it's time, yes, it is
To love one another
I, I believe it's time, yes, it is
To love one another

Bye bye, baby, we've got to go
I get to leave before my tears start to show
I see the future, so clear and so bright
Where all the children are dancing in the light

Said, I, I believe it's time, yes, it is
To love one another
I, I believe it's time, oh, we got to love one another




I believe it's time to love one another
I believe it's time to love one another

Overall Meaning

The song "I Believe It's Time" by Santana is a beautiful and insightful commentary about the power of love and the importance of unity in the world. The opening lines describe a time before the creation of light and sound, suggesting a state of darkness and emptiness. However, the arrival of light brought with it the formation of love, which created ripples of hope and positivity.


The next verse uses religious imagery to depict the struggle between good and evil and the search for someone who embodies compassion. This is where John Coltrane’s music enters the song, which is a reference to his famous 1964 album “A Love Supreme.” The message being conveyed is that love is the most powerful force in the universe and that it can even bring together elements that seem opposed to each other, such as God and the devil.


Finally, the song ends with a beautiful image of a future where all children are playing and dancing in the light. This verse encapsulates the hopeful and optimistic message of the song - that love can break down barriers, overcome darkness, and lead us towards a brighter future. Overall, "I Believe It's Time" is a beautiful call to action for all of us to come together and spread love and positivity in the world.


Line by Line Meaning

In the beginning before there was light
At the start, there was only darkness with no hope of light.


Everything was darkness with no trace of sound
The darkness was complete and devoid of sound.


Out of nowhere, the light shined through
Suddenly, light appeared as if from nowhere.


Bringing up some ripples, some ripples of love
The light brought with it waves of love and hope.


Said, I, I believe it's time, yes, it is
The singer believes that it is the right moment.


To love one another
We should express our love towards each other.


God and the devil, in the land of the sun
The singer refers to opposing forces in the world.


They were looking together for a man of compassion
These two opposing forces were seeking out someone compassionate.


Just when they thought there was no such thing
When the idea of finding compassionate people seemed impossible.


Here come John Coltrane doing a love so brave
John Coltrane appeared, demonstrating remarkable bravery and love.


Bye bye, baby, we've got to go
It's time to say goodbye and move on.


I get to leave before my tears start to show
I'll leave now before my emotions become too much.


I see the future, so clear and so bright
The singer can envision a future that's hopeful and positive.


Where all the children are dancing in the light
In that future, every child will be happy and joyful.


Said, I, I believe it's time, yes, it is
The right moment has come again, says the singer.


I believe it's time, oh, we got to love one another
We must learn to love one another.


I believe it's time to love one another
The singer believes that it's necessary to love and care about each other.




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Dwayne Wladyka

Love this. Very uplifting and positive. I saw Carlos Santana 5 times live.

davidantoniocostarica

Gracias Carlos Santana !! Mi sueño escucharte en vivo y compartir ese momento espiritual que siempre transmites !!

Gustavo Adolfo Flórez Motta

Muchas gracias Carlos, por iluminarnos con tu magnífica y maravillosa música.

Chris The Impaler The Impaler

👍Bless you Santana..may your musical message be spread by the wind throughout this world and by solar flares throughout the Universe..

Dnt$topQuestioning

You are my true inspiration. Long live Santana🙌

zuleika caldeira

Amo...... Santana

Luiz Antonio - Educação Em Foco

Um ícone da 🎸 guitarra 🎸

Billy Joe Jim-Bob

Carlos Santana.....what can one really say about such a musical icon that has brought sooooooooo much pleasure to soooooooo many people all over the world!!!
He is positively an exquisitely masterful, true rock, soul and jazz LEGEND!
It'll be a long time until we see the likes of this incredible, multi-dimensional musician again in our existence. Couple that with the heart, mind and soul of the beautiful person that he has shown himself to be for over 50 years now!!!
50 years+.....Let that sink in for a bit and roll it around your brain and then recognize that his music is STILL as meaningful and relevant in our modern music era as it was way back in the day. Todays "Pop Stars" can only beg and wish for just a sliver of his talent!!!


I can still remember hearing and seeing the local dudes make good when the Santana band played around the San Francisco Bay area way back in 1969, 1970 and especially the July 4th concert in 1971. It was just magical. I don't think I came down from that musical high for many days afterwards.
Thank you, Carlos and may the universe bless you with many more great years of beautiful music that emanates from your radiant, beautiful soul.

Luiz Antonio - Educação Em Foco

Mestre Santana. Show 👏 👏 👏

ANA CIGANA E CÉTICA Carvalho

Bom dia Santana!
Um mito na música com sua Guitarra inesquecível!
Sempre inovando!!!
Cada som uma surpresa maravilhosa!
Excelente video Musical!
Abraços e sucesso sempre!!!
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