The group originally comprised brothers Alan Ralph Osmond (born June 22, 1949), (Melvin) Wayne Osmond (born August 28, 1951), Merrill Davis Osmond (born April 30, 1953), Jay Wesley Osmond (born March 2, 1955) and Donny (Donald) Clark Osmond (born December 9, 1957). They were later joined by younger siblings (Olive) Marie Osmond (born October 13, 1959) and Jimmy (James) Arthur Osmond (born April 16, 1963).
In 1966, they made their performing debut with their siblings on Andy Williams Show, though they didn't come around much again until the Donny and Marie Show and The Osmond Family Show.
Are You Up There ?
The Osmonds Lyrics
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Does life go on or will it be the end of me
Seems a bit unfair to think that all I've learned and done
Belongs to no one
Why should I cherish living if there's no so called plan
Why, I would have no future if it were left to man
I can't believe that we just happened and don't know what forThere must be more
Why should I trust in a love that I can't have forever
Does it seem right to live a game of take away
Should I want for children if there isn't anymore for them to live for
Maybe I'm a pessimist, then maybe I'm not
One thing that I like to know is what I got
I don't want a miracle or see you in the air
But are you up there
Are you everywhere
Do you really care
Are you up there,
Are you up there,
Are you up there
The Osmonds's song "Are You Up There?" is a soulful questioning of life's purpose and whether there is more to it than what is visible. The song opens with a thought-provoking line, "It could all end tomorrow where would I be," which sets the tone for the contemplative lyrics that follow. The singer wonders if life goes on after death or if it will be the end of everything. The uncertainty of not knowing where one will end up after death is portrayed as unfair in the first verse. It is a natural human desire to want to know that all the things one has learned and done have some purpose beyond the present moment.
In the second verse, the singer shifts the focus to the notion of a supreme being or higher power who may have a plan for everyone's life. The concept of a purposeful universe seems more appealing than the idea that everything is random and meaningless. The singer seems to have a difficult time reconciling the idea of trusting in a love that cannot last forever, playing a game of take away if the only certainty is impermanence. Children are also mentioned, and the singer ponders whether it is worth bringing them into a world where there may not be anything left to live for.
The chorus's repeated questioning, "Are you up there?" expresses the singer's desire for answers to life's big questions. The song doesn't necessarily have a definitive answer, but it encourages listeners to explore their own beliefs and seek out the meaning in life. It is a reflective and thought-provoking song that asks the questions we all ask ourselves at some point.
Line by Line Meaning
It could all end tomorrow where would I be
If life were to suddenly end, where would I find myself?
Does life go on or will it be the end of me
Does life continue after death or does it mark the end of our existence?
Seems a bit unfair to think that all I've learned and done
It doesn't seem right to believe that everything I've accomplished and experienced doesn't belong to anyone.
Belongs to no one
Everything that I've learned and done, to whom does it belong?
Why should I cherish living if there's no so called plan
Does it really make sense to enjoy life if there's supposedly no plan or purpose?
Why, I would have no future if it were left to man
Without a higher power, what future can I possibly hope for?
I can't believe that we just happened and don't know what for
It's hard to accept that our existence is nothing more than a fluke and we don't understand why we're here.
There must be more
There has to be something more to our existence.
Why should I trust in a love that I can't have forever
Why should I put faith in a love that is not everlasting?
Does it seem right to live a game of take away
Is it ethical to live life like it's some kind of give or take game?
Should I want for children if there isn't anymore for them to live for
Is it responsible to wish for children in a world where there may not be much for them to live for?
Maybe I'm a pessimist, then maybe I'm not
Perhaps I'm viewed as a pessimist, but perhaps I have reason to doubt our existence.
One thing that I like to know is what I got
I just want to know what I'm working with.
I don't want a miracle or see you in the air
I'm not expecting or looking for a miracle or a supernatural appearance.
But are you up there
Is there a divine being in existence?
Are you everywhere
If there's a higher power, is it present everywhere at once?
Do you really care
If there is a divine being, does it truly care about us?
Are you up there,
Is there a higher power?
Are you up there,
Is there a divine being in existence?
Are you up there
Is there a higher power?
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALAN RALPH OSMOND, MERRILL OSMOND, WAYNE OSMOND
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jdgolf499
RIP Wayne!
@osarecool
The best part of the medley! Go Wayne!
@bureksasirom7753
WOW WAYNE!
@caryrodriguez5765
@@bureksasirom7753 He's Awesome. They All Are.
@jeanninehochet
Love Wayne xx
@kimberlycarr7198
I believe that The Plan is The Osmond's best album if not it's in the top 3
@Lisa-lo6yc
Best album ever, but I got to understand it a bit later then the moment I bought it, I just bought it because it were them, but it actually is an outstanding album in all aspects .
@paulguillen987
No sabia que los OSMONDS hacían tan buen Rock and Roll... Recién descubrí algunas canciones muy potentes como Crazy Horses, Last Days y Gotta Get Love... me hubiese gustado que hayan tenido mas canciones así. Mis respetos y admiración a los OSMONDS. Saludos desde Lima - Perú
@viewerdotcomviewerdotcom2926
Love The Osmonds!
@JulieTaylor-z3q
Wayne I love you