Forever Young
The Band & Bob Dylan Lyrics
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May your wishes all come true
May you always do for others
And let others do for you
May you build a ladder to the stars
And climb on every rung
May you stay
May you stay forever young
Forever young
Forever young
May you stay
Stay forever young
May you grow up to be righteous
May you grow up to be true
May you always know the truth
And see the lights surrounding you
May you always be courageous
Stand upright and be strong
May you stay
May you stay forever young
Forever young
Forever young
May you stay
Stay forever young
May your hands always be busy
May your feet always be swift
May you have a strong foundation
When the winds of changes shift
May your heart always be joyful
May your song always be sung
And may you stay
May you stay forever young
Forever young
Forever young
May you stay
May you stay forever young
The song "Forever Young" is a beautiful wish of love and hope for the future generations. It is a song that is dedicated to the longevity and prosperity of the listener. The lyrics of the song are not just a beautiful message, they contain deep insights and values of life that are worth carrying throughout life. The opening lyrics, "May God bless and keep you always" is a prayer asking for God's protection and blessings throughout life's journey. The following lines, "May your wishes all come true, May you always do for others, And let others do for you" is a message about the importance of living life with kindness, empathy and gratitude.
The second stanza of the song conveys a message about the importance of being true to oneself and upholding morality in life. It encourages the listener to always have a sense of truth and clarity in life, and to always see the beauty that surrounds them. The stanza also speaks to the importance of having courage, standing strong and upright, and staying forever young in spirit. The final stanza of the song talks about maintaining a strong foundation in the face of change and challenges. It encourages us to stay positive, remain joyful and express ourselves with song.
Overall, "Forever Young" is a beautiful song filled with life lessons that are relevant to all generations. It inspires us to live with gratitude, kindness, and love for ourselves and others. Through this song, Bob Dylan and The Band remind us that as we journey through life, we should embrace the present moment, learn from past experiences, and welcome the future with open arms.
Line by Line Meaning
May God's bless and keep you always
May the divine power bless and protect you for eternity
May your wishes all come true
May all your desires and dreams turn into reality
May you always do for others
Always aspire to serve others selflessly
And let others do for you
Be receptive to people's kindness and generosity towards you
May you build a ladder to the stars
Create a pathway to achieve your biggest aspirations
And climb on every rung
Take determined steps towards your goals with perseverance
May you stay
May you continue to remain
May you stay forever young
May you retain your youthful spirit forever
Forever young
Always maintain a youthful spirit
Forever young
Permanently young at heart
May you grow up to be righteous
May you develop a sense of morality and do good in the world
May you grow up to be true
May you possess authenticity and live truthfully
May you always know the truth
May you have a clear understanding of what’s right and wrong
And see the lights surrounding you
Perceive and appreciate the beauty of the world around you
May you always be courageous
May you have the strength to overcome fear and take bold actions
Stand upright and be strong
Maintain your dignity and be resilient in the face of adversity
May your hands always be busy
May you lead an active and purposeful life
May your feet always be swift
May you be quick to take advantage of opportunities that come your way
May you have a strong foundation
May you build a solid and reliable base to face life’s changes
When the winds of changes shift
In the face of unforeseen changes in life
May your heart always be joyful
May you retain an inner happiness that lights up your life
May your song always be sung
May you have a purposeful passion in life that enables you to sing your own tune
And may you stay
And continue to remain
May you stay forever young
May you forever hold onto your youthful vigor and curiosity
Forever young
May you forever be youthful at heart and in spirit
Forever young
May you find joy and excitement in every moment of life
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BOB DYLAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
robert flowers
Rest in Peace Robbie Robertson. This has forever been my favorite version of this great song.
cocosnuciferanuts525
The Band with Dylan make this song an eternal masterpiece.
Chuck Jones
%100!
The Last Waltz is one of my prized Blu-rays. Amazing
MA Jones
...had Bob for three years
before th flood :
am still infected...
James Becker
It's what happens when our country's only Nobel Laurette in literature partners with one of our country's greatest bands (rock or otherwise), even if the Band was unfortunately short-lived. May we all stay Forever Young.
Marc Adelstein
This song is so great on so many levels. Dylan’s lyrics, it’s Dylan’s voice in his prime. Dylan nails all the high notes. It’s like magic but what always gets me is Robbie’s guitar work on this song. It’s absolutely incredible.
chuuurles
Agreed, fav solo of the night for me :)
tudyk21
Robbie is considered a virtuoso of the guitar.
Cindy Simpson
Great rendition.
ezktime7
inspiration for The Band's Robbie Robertson....what a heartfelt solo in tune with the lyric and melody...nothing overdone....all in one....that is playing music!!!