Turn Turn Turn
Scala Lyrics


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I want to see what people saw
I want to feel like I felt before
I want to see the kingdom come
I want to feel forever young
I want to sing
To sing my song
I want to live in a world where I belong
I want to live
I will survive
And I believe that it won't be very long
If we turn, turn, turn, turn, turn
Then we might learn
So where's the stars?
Up in the sky
And what's the moon?
A big balloon
We'll never know unless we grow
There's so much world outside the door
I want to sing
To sing my song
I want to live in a world where I'll be strong
I want to live
I will survive
And I believe that it won't be very long
If we turn, turn, turn, turn
And if we turn, turn, turn, turn
Then we might learn
Turn, turn, turn, turn
Turn, turn, turn
And if we turn, turn, turn, turn




Then we might learn
Learn to turn

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Scala's song Turn Turn Turn is a call to action for people to wake up to the world around them and strive for a better future. The singer expresses a desire to see the world through different eyes, to feel the same passion and energy that they had when they were younger, and to see the arrival of a new age.


The first verse expresses a longing to re-experience the world with the same innocence and wonder as they did in their youth. The singer wants to "see what people saw" and "feel like I felt before". This sentiment is particularly poignant as it reflects the disillusionment that often comes with growing older and having life's complexity weigh on one's mind.


The pre-chorus, "I want to sing, to sing my song, I want to live in a world where I belong", encapsulates the essence of the song. It highlights the importance of self-expression, of being true to oneself, and of finding one's place in the world. The chorus is the crux of the song, it urges people to turn, turn, turn, and by doing so, learn. The repetition of the word turn emphasizes the need for action, movement and change. The phrase "Then we might learn" implies that by turning, people will become aware and gain a better understanding of the world, and their place in it.


Overall, the song is a rallying cry for people to take responsibility for the world around them and to actively work towards a brighter future. It speaks directly to the heart and soul of listeners, urging them to become more aware and to participate in the world in a meaningful way.


Line by Line Meaning

I want to see what people saw
I want to experience life from other people's perspectives and gain a wider understanding of the world.


I want to feel like I felt before
I want to recapture the joy and innocence I once felt in life.


I want to see the kingdom come
I want to witness the arrival of a utopian society where everyone lives in harmony.


I want to feel forever young
I want to maintain my youthful energy, spontaneity, and passion for life.


I want to sing To sing my song
I want to express myself through music and share my unique voice with the world.


I want to live in a world where I belong
I want to exist in a society that accepts and appreciates me for who I am.


I want to live I will survive And I believe that it won't be very long
I want to persevere through life's challenges and trust that better days are ahead.


If we turn, turn, turn, turn, turn Then we might learn
By changing our perspectives and actions, we can expand our knowledge and grow as individuals.


So where's the stars? Up in the sky
Stars are located in the vast expanse of the universe.


And what's the moon? A big balloon
The moon is seen as a large, floating object in the sky by some people.


We'll never know unless we grow There's so much world outside the door
We cannot gain knowledge or understanding without opening ourselves up to new experiences and exploring the world around us.


I want to live in a world where I'll be strong
I want to exist in a society where I can develop my inner strength and resilience.


And if we turn, turn, turn, turn Then we might learn Turn, turn, turn, turn Turn, turn, turn
By constantly reevaluating our beliefs and behaviors, we can continue to learn and grow throughout our lives.




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