I Played in the Band
The Booth Brothers Lyrics
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I wrote a few songs that gave a few people hope
Every once in a while I started a fire
When they asked me up there what did you do down there
To play in the band, to write a few songs, and sing in the choir
Some think you got to be the big dog and lead all the little dogs around
town
To play in the band, write a few songs, Lord I want to sing in the choir
I wrote a few songs that gave a few people hope
Every once in a while I started a fire
When they asked me up there what did you do down there
To play in the band, write a few songs, and sing in the choir
I played in the band, I sang in a choir
I wrote a few songs that gave a few people hope
Every once in a while I started a fire
When they asked me up there what did you do down there
To play in the band, write a few songs, and sing in the choir
Played in the band, I sang in a choir
Wrote a few song, I played in the band, I sang in a choir
I wrote a few songs that gave a few people hope
Every once in a while I started a fire
When they asked me up there what did you do down there
To play in the band, write a few songs, and sing in the choir
The Booth Brothers' song "I Played in the Band" is an introspective reflection on the singer's contributions to their community. They acknowledge their involvement in different musical pursuits such as playing in a band, singing in a choir, and writing songs. The lyrics suggest that these activities were not always glamorous or particularly noteworthy, but they still made a difference in people's lives.
The line "Every once in a while I started a fire" suggests that the singer's passion and talent sometimes sparked a special energy or excitement within their audience. The mention of giving people hope through their songs implies a deeper purpose beyond just making music for the sake of it. When asked what they did down there, the singer responds by listing their musical endeavors. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the idea that these activities, while not necessarily grandiose or especially unique, were still important and made a difference in the singer's own life as well as others'.
Overall, "I Played in the Band" celebrates the power of music to bring people together, instill hope, and make a positive impact even if it's on a small scale. It's a reminder that it's not always about being the biggest or the best, but about using our talents to contribute to the world in whatever way we can.
Line by Line Meaning
I played in the band, I sang in a choir
I spent my time participating in musical activities as a member of a band and a choir.
I wrote a few songs that gave a few people hope
I composed a small number of songs that brought hope to some people's lives.
Every once in a while I started a fire
Sometimes, my musical performances ignited a passion within the audience.
When they asked me up there what did you do down there
When I arrive in the afterlife and someone asks me about my life on earth,
To play in the band, to write a few songs, and sing in the choir
I will say that I spent my time playing music, writing some songs, and singing in a choir.
Some think you got to be the big dog and lead all the little dogs around town
Some people believe that in order to be successful in music, you have to be a dominant leader who controls everyone around town.
To play in the band, write a few songs, Lord I want to sing in the choir
However, I am content with simply being a member of the band, composing a few songs, and most importantly, singing in the choir.
Played in the band, I sang in a choir, Wrote a few song, I played in the band, I sang in a choir
I reiterate that I played in the band, sang in a choir, and wrote some songs.
Contributed by Skyler A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@davidlambert7937
Gaither gets to sing with them all... What a blessing for him
@Readinglady56
My Dad was am evangelist in Music as well as spreading the Gospel. After hearing this song I could only imagine what Dad was enjoying, he passed away in 2001. He always said his ambition was when he got to Heaven was to spend the first ten thousand years singing his praise to Jesus, who redeemed him. I have no doubt he is playing in a band and singing in the choir of the Redeemed!
@seasonoflife.
Love it
@betsyhall5094
Love listening to the Booth Brothers!!!! They are such an awesome group--you can see the love of Jesus in their faces and hear it in their voices!!!! All glory to God!!!!
@robynnorman1707
I love how the Booth Brothers show everyone their love for the Lord ! Fantastic Song!
@ariseshine1560
Thank you so much for your feedback on this song. The Booth Brothers are amongst the best of the best.
Ken
@garywherbruck1354
I can't carry a tune to save my life. But someday when I go home to be with Jesus, I'll be able to sing His praises at the top of my lungs for all eternity and I won't have anyone around me cringe because I hit the wrong note or was off-key.
@talentchigodoraedward7939
I love how they own all the songs they sing
@keaganburk5813
Thank you Henry!!! Rip!!!!! And thank you to the Booth Brothers who helped make this song very memorable and inspiring and thank you Bill Gaither!!! You and everyone else “your band included” especially Todd Suttle are my inspiration and you all have helped me pursue my passion for gospel music and for Gene… he has made me pursue my dreams of becoming a bass singer
@patriciachase5178
I Love the Booth Brothers music especially when I travel back to our Homestead on Barkley Mountain in Pennsylvania. They are blessed with their singing.