Hey You
The Clarks Lyrics


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If your gonna jump, hey you hang on
If you feel like giving up, hey you hang on
Won't forget today sun is bright, sky is blue yeah
The pain will go away in another year or two

If you got a phone, hey you call home
If you got a voice, hey you rejoice
Won't forget today sun is bright, sky is blue yeah
Won't forget to pray day is night, world is new yeah
Pain will go away in another year or two
In a hundred years or two

If your gonna fly, hey you don't cry
You gotta live to die, hey you goodbye

Won't forget today sun is bright, sky in blue yeah
Won't forget to pray day is night world is new yeah
Pain will go away in another year or two
In a hundred years or two





...In a thousand years or two

Overall Meaning

The Clarks's song Hey You is a beautiful and inspiring song with lyrics that offer hope and encouragement to those who may be facing difficult times. The underlying message is that no matter what challenges you may be facing, it is important to hang on, keep going, and believe that things will get better. The lyrics use a series of simple yet powerful commands such as "hang on" and "rejoice" to remind the listener of the power they hold within themselves to overcome obstacles.


The opening lines of the song set the tone for the rest of the lyrics. "If your gonna jump, hey you hang on. If you feel like giving up, hey you hang on." These lines are a clear message to the listener to not give up, to not let go, and to hold on to the hope that is within them. The next set of lines, "If you got a phone, hey you call home. If you got a voice, hey you rejoice," further solidify this message. The lyrics here are a reminder to reach out to friends and family for support during difficult times and to use our voice to celebrate the good things in life.


Throughout the song, the repetition of the phrase "Won't forget today, sun is bright, sky is blue yeah" helps to create a sense of positivity and optimism. This line is a reminder to appreciate the present moment, to acknowledge the beauty that surrounds us every day, and to believe that things will get better. The chorus ends with the uplifting message that "pain will go away in another year or two, in a hundred years or two, in a thousand years or two," reminding the listener that no matter how difficult the situation may seem, it is only temporary.


Line by Line Meaning

If your gonna jump, hey you hang on
If you are contemplating giving up or quitting, hold on and keep pushing through the difficult times.


If you feel like giving up, hey you hang on
Even if you feel like things are tough and you don't know how to proceed, don't give up and keep going.


Won't forget today sun is bright, sky is blue yeah
Take the time to appreciate the beauty of this moment and cherish it, as it won't last forever.


The pain will go away in another year or two
Although it may seem like the pain you are going through will never end, it will eventually fade and become more bearable.


If you got a phone, hey you call home
Stay connected with those who love and care for you, and reach out for support when you need it.


If you got a voice, hey you rejoice
Appreciate the power of your voice and use it to bring positivity and joy into your life and the lives of those around you.


Won't forget to pray day is night, world is new yeah
Take time to reflect on the important things in life and look at the world with fresh eyes and a new perspective.


If your gonna fly, hey you don't cry
When you are taking a risk or making a big change in your life, don't be afraid of the unknown or uncertain and keep moving forward.


You gotta live to die, hey you goodbye
Make the most of your life while you still can, and don't forget to say goodbye to the things that don't serve you or make you happy anymore.


Pain will go away in another year or two
Although it may seem like the pain you are going through will never end, it will eventually fade and become more bearable.


In a hundred years or two
In the grand scheme of things, our time on earth is relatively short and we should make the most of it while we can.


...In a thousand years or two
Even the greatest struggles we face in life will eventually pass and become a distant memory in the grand timeline of history.




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Written by: TOMMY STINSON

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