Sunday
Stan Getz/Oscar Peterson Lyrics
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Lord, dear Lord above, God almighty,
God of love, please look down and see my people through.
I believe that God put sun and moon up in the sky.
I don't mind the gray skies
'cause they're just clouds passing by.
Heaven is a goodness time.
A brighter light on high.
Do unto others as you would have them do to you.
And have a brighter by and by.
Lord, dear Lord above, God almighty,
God of love, please look down and see my people through.
I believe God is now, was then and always will be.
With God's blessing we can make it through eternity.
Lord, dear Lord above, God almighty,
God of love, please look down and see my people through.
The lyrics to Stan Getz/Oscar Peterson's song Sunday express a hopeful message of faith in God to guide and protect humanity through difficult times. The opening lines appeal to the Lord with reverence, acknowledging His power and love for His people. The lyrics go on to express the belief that God created the natural world, including the sun and moon, and that even gray skies are just temporary and passing.
The song encourages treating others with kindness and respect, invoking the Golden Rule of doing unto others as you would have them do to you. The chorus provides a hopeful message of a brighter future in heaven, where there will be a "goodness time" and a brighter light on high. The lyrics express a deep faith in God's presence, both in the past, present and future, and a trust that with His blessing, humanity can endure for all eternity.
Overall, the song Sunday provides a message of hope and faith in God's guiding hand through life's challenges, encouraging compassion and kindness towards others while finding solace in the belief of an eternal afterlife.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh
An exclamation expressing strong emotions or feelings.
Lord, dear Lord above, God almighty,
A plea or request addressed to the higher power.
God of love, please look down and see my people through.
Asking God to take care of the singer and his/her people.
I believe that God put sun and moon up in the sky.
Expressing faith in God's power and creation.
I don't mind the gray skies
The artist doesn't let temporary setbacks affect his/her mentality.
'cause they're just clouds passing by.
Believing that problems are temporary and will eventually pass.
Heaven is a goodness time.
Heaven is a positive place.
A brighter light on high.
Describing heaven as a place of enlightenment and positivity.
Do unto others as you would have them do to you.
A reminder to treat others with kindness and respect.
And have a brighter by and by.
Working towards a positive future.
I believe God is now, was then and always will be.
Having faith in God's eternal existence.
With God's blessing we can make it through eternity.
Believing that God's blessings can help people endure forever.
Lord, dear Lord above, God almighty,
A plea or request addressed to the higher power.
God of love, please look down and see my people through.
Asking God to take care of the singer and his/her people.
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Written by: Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington
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Stan Getz and The Oscar Peterson Trio
Tracks:
1 I Want To Be Happy 00:00
2 Pennies From Heaven 07:39
3 Ballad Medley 12:55
4 I'm Glad There's You 23:08
5 Tour's End 27:49
6 I Was Doing All Right 32:47
7 Bronx Blues 36:59
8 Three Little Words 42:33
9 Detour Ahead 49:12
10 Sunday 52:51
11 Blues For Herky 59:00
Credits:
Tenor Saxophone – Stan Getz
Piano – Oscar Peterson
Bass – Ray Brown
Guitar – Herb Ellis
Recorded in Los Angeles, October 10, 1957.
Ronald Unkel
Still drum-less but the trio (or maybe on Norman Granz suggestion) added one of the best lyrical tenorists. They’re jammin’ relentlessly. and with great vigour. And i can assure you that no sheet-music stands were used. Pure improvisation as it should be. Dig this gem, toodeloo’s & Cheers!
In tune
By not having a drummer which with this Trio is really not necessary it gives breathing room to hear Stan Getz.
Herb Ellis ,locked with Ray Brown leaves no doubt where the beat is.
I love this "West Coast version" of the Oscar Peterson Trio
Ronald Unkel
@In tune Apparently OP got the inspiration from the Nat (King) Cole trio. These kind off trio’s became rather popular during the early 50’s. Eventually Herbie left and drummer Ed Thigpen took his place. And yes RB sets the strong beat, as he always did. Be well & Cheers!
A. Spivey
One of the greatest Jazz Collabs ever.
Bojan Boskovic
Getz/Petrson Unlimited! Evenin' folks!
Carlos Alberto de la Bandera
Four genius!!!
Ron Carter Bassist
👍🏾👍🏾
Zach Kafel
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