Promised Land
The Style Council Lyrics
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Brothers, sisters, one day we'll all be free
From fighting, violence, people crying in the street
When the angels from above
Fall down and spread their wings like doves
We'll walk hand in hand
Sisters, brothers, we'll make it to the Promised Land
We'll walk the land
And as one, and as one
We'll take our stand
When the angels from above
Fall down and spread their wings like doves
We'll walk hand in hand
Sisters, brothers, we'll make it to the Promised Land
The Style Council's song Promised Land is a powerful anthem about hope and freedom. The chorus repeats the phrase "We'll make it to the Promised Land" as a rallying cry for a better future. The song begins with the line "Brothers, sisters, one day we'll all be free" which sets the tone for the message of unity and peace. The lyrics speak to a society that is tired of war and injustice and longs for a world where people are not crying in the streets.
The imagery of angels falling from above and spreading their wings like doves is a poignant symbol for the hope of a better future. The idea of walking hand in hand with sisters and brothers signifies a united front against the struggles that have kept them apart in the past. The line "You and I, we'll walk the land" serves to bring the listener into the song and offer them the same promise of the Promised Land.
The song's message remains as relevant today as when it was released in 1989. It has the power to inspire and uplift those who hear it, calling to mind the importance of solidarity and a bright future. The Style Council's Promised Land is a true gem in music history that continues to stand the test of time.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh yeah, oh yeah, oh yeah
Let us celebrate and rejoice
Brothers, sisters, one day we'll all be free
We will achieve freedom and equality for all people regardless of gender
From fighting, violence, people crying in the street
We will eradicate conflicts, violence and sorrow in the society
When the angels from above
In an event of divine intervention
Fall down and spread their wings like doves
Angels will come down to the earth and bless us with their virtues
We'll walk hand in hand
We will be united in our march for progress
Sisters, brothers, we'll make it to the Promised Land
Together, we will overcome adversity and reach our ultimate goal of peace and prosperity
You and I
All of us, as a collective community
We'll walk the land
We will traverse this journey of life
And as one, and as one
In harmony and unity
We'll take our stand
We will stand up for what is right and just
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kassner Associated Publishers Ltd
Written by: JOSEPH LORENZO JR WELBON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mrc5653
Narrow minded if you think weller doesn’t like dance music ,come on open yourselves up this is great🎵✌️
@dublinkittykat
JoJO RUOCCO - She was the Drummer/Percussionist for TSC 1987-1990 and she recorded on this track Re-Release , TSC she played with for three years, stunning, unique, powerful drummer/percussionist !!!! enjoy X
@lizziesnoopescomedysoundbi6795
OmGawd !!!!dancing 💃 love Joanne Ruocco on the drums and so beautiful too
@waynewalker8227
Had to have a look. Tragic! Thank goodness Paul wrapped up later and found his proper muse again. Still listening to this day, bless ya Paul
@Hiajarock
He returned to boring rock
@bobbyfoxall1
if so many people dislike this track, why are they listening to it on youtube?
@user-pp1on4fk7d
Why is everybody crying about Joe Smooth being mad about this? That was years ago and he's over it... he even did a remix for the style Council's version.... so quit crying 1991 was 29 years ago... get over it.... both versions are nice and got huge club play.
@greggmitchell2392
I like both versions but also: Joe Smooth wrote the song, so he got royalies $$ every time TSC sold a record of their version of Promised Land, and since Paul & Co. brought this house classic wider attention/audience = bigger sales, isn't that a #winwin for both artists? Why would Joe Smooth be mad about TSC doing a cover version of his song as homage? We all appreciate Joe's original version and TSC's stellar cover.
@davidwoolley3365
Great version
Dee and Paul sing beautifully
@xtremegroup1141
This is the mix i remember being played all the time as a kid .. i don't mind either mix .. ALL GOOD !