When the Saints Go Marching in
The All-Stars Lyrics
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Of those who've gone before
But we'll all be reunited (but if we stand reunited)
On a new and sunlit shore (then a new world is in store)
O when the Saints go marching in
When the Saints go marching in
O Lord, I want to be in that number
And when the sun begins to shine
And when the sun begins to shine
O Lord, I want to be in that number
When the Saints go marching in
When the moon turns red with blood
When the moon turns red with blood
O Lord, I want to be in that number
When the Saints go marching in
On that hallelujah day
On that hallelujah day
O Lord, I want to be in that number
When the Saints go marching in
O when the trumpet sounds the call
O when the trumpet sounds the call
O Lord, I want to be in that number
When the Saints go marching in
Some say this world of trouble
Is the only one we need
But I'm waiting for that morning
When the new world is revealed
When the revelation comes
When the revelation comes
O Lord, I want to be in that number
When the Saints go marching in
When the rich go out and work
When the rich go out and work
O Lord, I want to be in that number
When the Saints go marching in
When the air is pure and clean
When the air is pure and clean
O Lord, I want to be in that number
When the Saints go marching in
When we all have food to eat
When we all have food to eat
O Lord, I want to be in that number
When the Saints go marching in
When our leaders learn to cry
When our leaders learn to cry
O Lord, I want to be in that number
When the Saints go marching in
The All-Stars' song "When the Saints Go Marching In" is a tribute to those who passed before us and the belief that we will be reunited with them one day. The song speaks of the hope for a better future and the desire to be a part of that future. The lyrics "We are traveling in the footsteps of those who've gone before, but we'll all be reunited on a new and sunlit shore" emphasize the belief in the continuity of life and how we are all connected through time.
The repetitive chorus of "When the Saints go marching in" emphasizes the joy and celebration that will come with this reunion. The lyrics "some say this world of trouble is the only one we need, but I'm waiting for that morning when the new world is revealed" show the hope for a better future and a world without suffering or pain. The song states that this moment will come when "the revelation comes" and asks to be included in that number when the event takes place.
The song then goes on to list different scenarios in which this reunion could occur, such as when the sun begins to shine, when the moon turns red with blood, or when we all have food to eat. Through these scenarios, the song emphasizes that the reunion is not limited to one specific event and can happen at any moment. The song ends with the line "When our leaders learn to cry," emphasizing the need for empathy and compassion in our leaders and a hope for a better future where everyone is treated equally.
Line by Line Meaning
We are traveling in the footsteps
We are following the path of those who came before us
Of those who've gone before
We are following the trail of those who have passed away
But we'll all be reunited (but if we stand reunited)
However, we all will meet again as one (only if we come together)
On a new and sunlit shore (then a new world is in store)
We will stand together in a new, bright world
O when the Saints go marching in
Oh, when the faithful ones arrive
When the Saints go marching in
When the faithful ones arrive
O Lord, I want to be in that number
I wish to be considered among them
And when the sun begins to shine
As the sun starts to rise
When the sun begins to shine
As the sun starts to rise
When the moon turns red with blood
When the moon becomes a sign of violence and destruction
When the moon turns red with blood
When the moon becomes a sign of violence and destruction
On that hallelujah day
On that day of celebration
On that hallelujah day
On that day of celebration
O when the trumpet sounds the call
Oh, when the trumpet announces the arrival
O when the trumpet sounds the call
Oh, when the trumpet announces the arrival
Some say this world of trouble
Some people believe that this world filled with difficulties
Is the only one we need
Is the only place where we belong
But I'm waiting for that morning
However, I am waiting for that day
When the new world is revealed
When the new world is finally unveiled
When the revelation comes
When the truth gets revealed
O Lord, I want to be in that number
I wish to be considered among them
When the rich go out and work
When the wealthy people go out to work
O Lord, I want to be in that number
I wish to be considered among them
When the air is pure and clean
When the air is fresh and clean
O Lord, I want to be in that number
I wish to be considered among them
When we all have food to eat
When we can all have enough food to eat
O Lord, I want to be in that number
I wish to be considered among them
When our leaders learn to cry
When our leaders become more empathetic
O Lord, I want to be in that number
I wish to be considered among them
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