While founder Belville is a devout Christian, it is difficult to apply the same label to the band itself; while the lyrics are at times clearly infused with a strong element of faith, they are not specifically based around praise and at no point could they be considered to be preaching a message.
The music of The Echoing Green is heavily based in electronic sounds, however these are used more for their melodious structure than any desire to create an electronic dance outfit. As such, the music comes across as a well shaped, driving flow of intricate harmonies, underpinned with somewhat reflective, even introverted, lyrics.
Stay Awake
The Echoing Green Lyrics
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On your street of dreams what you see
Isn't always what you get
Life is not as dark as it may seem
You see your dream, it isn't over yet
I know the road you travel on
You won't have to be alone for long
You turn to Him and the nightmare ends
Dreamer boy don't fall asleep tonight
Just say your prayers and hold on tight
There's no time to sleep
There's so much at stake
And I kneel and pray
That you would stay awake
Stay awake
Stay awake
Walking through your thoughts you see the fields
Of emotion set aflame
And you feel the hurt and you feel the heat
But get to your feet, 'cause here comes the rain
I know the pain you feel inside
Could make you fall and break your stride
Lift up your head and take a look above
And you'll see His hand reaching out with love
Dreamer boy don't fall asleep tonight
Say your prayers and hold on tight
There's no time to sleep
There's so much at stake
And I kneel and pray
That you would stay awake
Stay awake
Stay awake
Your young men will see visions
Your old men will dream dreams
When you walk, they will guide you
When you sleep, they will watch over you
And when you're awake, they will speak to you
(Come on!)
You always thought that a dream would be all you'd feel
Now it's time to wake up and make it real
To find eternal love was your only goal
Now there's someone reaching for your soul
You always thought that a dream was all you could give
There's a Man who died so your dreams could live
Sitting in the prison of your fear
Find yourself released as the Lord draws near
Dreamer boy don't fall asleep tonight
Say your prayers and hold on tight
There's no time to sleep
There's so much at stake
And I kneel and pray
That you would stay awake
Stay awake
Stay awake
Stay awake
Stay awake
The Echoing Green's song Stay Awake is an inspirational piece of music that aims to encourage the listener to keep their dreams alive and stay focused on their goals. The opening lyrics, "Doesn't look like they'll be closing down tonight..." suggest that the writer wants the listener to stay awake, avoid distractions, and continue pursuing their dream. The song advises that life is not always as dark as it seems and that dreams are not over yet, even when one is facing difficulty.
The lyrics also suggest that the road to success is not an easy one, and sometimes we need someone to guide us. The song reassures the listener that they do not have to be alone, they can turn to a higher power and find comfort. The lyrics, "And you'll see His hand reaching out with love" suggest that the listener can turn to God for guidance and He will provide support.
The lyrics also reference the biblical quote, "Your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams." The song suggests that we should follow our intuition and listen to our inner voice, even as we face obstacles on our journey.
Overall, the song is a call to stay focused and keep our dreams alive. It encourages us to stay awake, take action, and believe that we can achieve our goals.
Line by Line Meaning
Doesn't look like they'll be closing down tonight...
On your street of dreams what you see isn't always what you get. Life won't end tonight, and although it may seem dark, your dream isn't over yet.
Dreamer boy don't fall asleep tonight
Just say your prayers and hold on tight
There's no time to sleep
There's so much at stake
And I kneel and pray
That you would stay awake
Stay awake
Stay awake
You are living in a world of emotions and passion that can keep you up at night. The journey has been hard, but don't fall asleep because there is so much at stake. Keep praying and stay awake to reach your goal.
Walking through your thoughts you see the fields
Of emotion set aflame
And you feel the hurt and you feel the heat
But get to your feet, 'cause here comes the rain
You're seeing the beauty and pain of your dreams, but don't get lost inside your mind. Get up and face the rain, because no matter how hard it gets, your dream is worth the fight.
Your young men will see visions
Your old men will dream dreams
When you walk, they will guide you
When you sleep, they will watch over you
And when you're awake, they will speak to you
(Come on!)
People of all ages have dreams and visions to follow in life. They will guide you, protect you, inspire you, and speak to you when you are awake. So come on, follow your dreams with faith and hope.
You always thought that a dream would be all you'd feel
Now it's time to wake up and make it real
To find eternal love was your only goal
Now there's someone reaching for your soul
You always thought that a dream was all you could give
There's a Man who died so your dreams could live
Sitting in the prison of your fear
Find yourself released as the Lord draws near
You once thought a dream would satisfy you, then you found out that finding love is what you truly sought. Then you discover that there's someone seeking to rescue and revive your soul. You once thought you could only dream, but now you know the Man who died for you and gave you the freedom to accomplish your dreams. Overcoming your fear and letting go of your past would unlock your potential.
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