The Byrds was an American rock band formed in Los Angeles, California in 19… Read Full Bio ↴The Byrds was an American rock band formed in Los Angeles, California in 1964. They are considered one of the most important and influential bands of the 1960s.

Their music bridged the gaps between the socially and spiritually conscious folk music of Bob Dylan, the studio trickery of The Beach Boys, and the sardonic rock of The Beatles. Some of their trademark songs include pop versions of Bob Dylan's Mr. Tambourine Man and Pete Seeger’s Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is a Season), and the originals I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better, and Eight Miles High. Throughout their career they helped forge such subgenres as folk rock, raga rock, psychedelic rock, jangle pop, and – on their 1968 classic Sweetheart of the Rodeo – country rock inviting Gram Parsons on rhythm guitar.

The original and most successful lineup consisted of Chris Hillman, David Crosby, Michael Clarke, Roger McGuinn and Gene Clark. After several line-up changes (with lead singer/guitarist McGuinn as the only consistent member), they broke up in 1973.

In 1991 they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and several band members launched successful solo careers after leaving the group. The most successful was David Crosby who was inducted again for his work with Crosby, Stills & Nash. Other than The Beatles, the only artist with all members inducted twice are, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.

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The Byrds Lyrics

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Glory, Glory Hallelujah
Since I laid my burden down
Glory, Glory Hallelujah
Since I laid my burden down
I feel so much better
So much better
Since I laid my burden down
I feel so much better

So much better
Since I laid my burden down
Glory, Glory Hallelujah
Since I laid my burden down
Glory, Glory Hallelujah
Since I laid my burden down
Thank you Jesus, Thank you Jesus
Help me lay my burden down
I wanna thank you Jesus, thank you Jesus
Help me lay my burden down
Since I laid my burden down
Glory, Glory Hallelujah

Since I laid my burden down
Glory, Glory Hallelujah

Overall Meaning

"Glory Glory Hallelujah" is a traditional gospel song that has been widely recorded and adapted over the years. The song speaks about finding relief and release from earthly troubles and burdens. The lyrics express the singer's joy and gratitude for being able to lay down their burdens and find peace in their faith. The repetitive nature of the song's structure, with the same phrases being repeated several times, reinforces the idea that finding spiritual peace is not a one-time event but a continuous process.

The song has a powerful message that not only relates to religious devotion but also to the human experience. The burdens that the song speaks about could refer to physical or mental ailments, financial troubles, social conflicts or any other form of discomfort that we may face in life. The song speaks to the universality of the human experience, offering hope that even in the darkest of times, we can find comfort and relief.

Overall, "Glory Glory Hallelujah" is an uplifting and inspiring song that encourages people to look beyond their immediate concerns and find solace in their faith. The song speaks to the enduring human need for hope and optimism in the face of adversity, and its message continues to resonate with audiences around the world.

Line by Line Meaning

Glory, Glory Hallelujah
An exclamation of praise and celebration

Since I laid my burden down
I am feeling relieved and free from my past struggles

I feel so much better
I am experiencing a significant improvement in my emotional state

So much better
I am feeling a great sense of relief and happiness

Thank you Jesus, thank you Jesus
An expression of gratitude towards Jesus for helping to lift my burdens

Help me lay my burden down
A request for divine assistance in relieving oneself of troubles

I wanna thank you Jesus, thank you Jesus
A reaffirmation of thanks towards Jesus

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Written by: J BAIRD, TRADITIONAL, PD TRADITIONAL

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