Get It Together
The Youngbloods Lyrics
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Fear's the way we die
You can make the mountains ring
Or make the angels cry
Though the bird is on the wing
And you may not know why
Come on people now
Everybody get together
Try to love one another
Right now
Some may come and some may go
We shall surely pass
When the one that left us here
Returns for us at last
We are but a moment's sunlight
Fading in the grass
Come on people now
Smile on your brother
Everybody get together
Try to love one another
Right now
Come on people now
Smile on your brother
Everybody get together
Try to love one another
Right now
Come on people now
Smile on your brother
Everybody get together
Try to love one another
Right now
If you hear the song I sing
You will understand (listen!)
You hold the key to love and fear
All in your trembling hand
Just one key unlocks them both
It's there at your command
Come on people now
Smile on your brother
Everybody get together
Try to love one another
Right now
Come on people now
Smile on your brother
Everybody get together
Try to love one another
Right now
I said, come on people now
Smile on your brother
Everybody get together
Try to love one another
Right now
Right now
Right now
The Youngbloods' song "Get Together" emphasizes the importance of coming together and loving one another amidst fear and uncertainty. The opening verse explains that love is a powerful force that can bring people together and create a sense of unity, while fear can lead to destruction and death. The following lines describe how each individual has the power to make a difference in the world, even if they don't understand why.
The chorus - "Come on people now, smile on your brother, everybody get together, try to love one another right now" - repeats throughout the song, highlighting the urgency of the message. The song recognizes that people come and go in life, and that we are all fleeting moments in the grand scheme of things. The final verse encourages listeners to take action and unlock the key to love and fear, which lies in their own hands.
Line by Line Meaning
Love is but a song to sing
Love is something that we sing about, but it is intangible and difficult to grasp.
Fear's the way we die
We often let fear control our actions, which can lead to our demise or prevent us from living fully.
You can make the mountains ring
You have the power to create change and make an impact, even if it seems impossible.
Or make the angels cry
You also have the power to hurt and cause pain, even to those who seem angelic or innocent.
Though the bird is on the wing
Life is full of mysteries and we may not always understand why things are the way they are.
And you may not know why
Sometimes there is no explanation for the way things happen, and we are left in confusion.
Come on people now
The singer is urging listeners to take action and come together.
Smile on your brother
Be kind and show love to those around you, even if they are strangers.
Everybody get together
Join in unison and work towards a common goal.
Try to love one another
Make an effort to see the good in others and treat them with compassion and respect.
Right now
Time is of the essence, so let's not waste any more of it. Act now.
Some may come and some may go
People will enter and exit our lives, often without explanation.
We shall surely pass
We will all eventually die and leave this world behind.
When the one that left us here
The singer is referring to a higher power or afterlife that they believe is waiting for them.
Returns for us at last
They believe they will be reunited with this higher power or with loved ones who have passed away.
We are but a moment's sunlight
Our time on earth is short and insignificant in the grand scheme of things.
Fading in the grass
Like the grass, our time on earth will eventually come to an end.
If you hear the song I sing
If you listen carefully and pay attention, you will understand what the singer is trying to convey.
You will understand (listen!)
The singer is emphasizing the importance of listening and being open to their message.
You hold the key to love and fear
Each individual has the power to choose between love and fear.
All in your trembling hand
The choice between love and fear can be intimating, but it is ultimately up to the individual.
Just one key unlocks them both
The choice between love and fear is simple and comes down to one's perspective and attitude.
It's there at your command
You have the power to choose love and create positive change in your life and the lives of those around you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHESTER POWERS, CHESTER WILLIAM JR. POWERS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@pixilido4625
Get Together
Love is but a song we sing
And fear's the way we die
You can make the mountains ring
Or make the angels cry
Though the bird is on the wing
And you may not know why
C'mon people now
Smile on your brother
Ev'rybody get together
Try to love one another right now
Some will come and some will go
And we shall surely pass
When the one that left us here
Returns for us at last
We are but a moment's sunlight
Fading in the grass
C'mon people now
Smile on your brother
Ev'rybody get together
Try to love one another right now
If you hear the song I sing
You will understand (listen)
You hold the key to love and fear
In your trembling hand
Just one key unlocks them both
It's there at your command
C'mon people now
Smile on your brother
Ev'rybody get together
Try to love one another right now
@dennismorrill5568
Heard this song when in Vietnam so touching came home and got treated like garbage did not ask to go there but served with pride God bless to all my Brothers that Never got a Welcome Home.
@KittyGrizGriz
🥲☮️♥️thank you
@LeahDaVi51
Welcome Home Dennis! Thank you for your Bravery, Courage and Service. Thank you for living and being the message of this timeless masterpiece. God Bless you always!
@KittyGrizGriz
Welcome Home!
✌️♥️
@cassi05
👏👏👏👏
@loristromski1334
Sending you healing energy
@greggd2027
There needs to be a resurrection of music from this era. The world today needs to hear its message more than ever
@scotttrainor5660
Well said. I’m 63 and grew up just outside when these hits were on top. But definitely got the message. Great music the world still needs to hear. ✌🏻
@silliaek
It hasn't gone away
@belovedbel
Amen