Shape the World
Tim McMorris Lyrics


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Give, because you ought to and
Love because it right
Live, the way that life was meant to be lived

Oh and smile, because it makes you feel good and
Laugh, so that the world gets brighter
Cry, but make it tears of joy as time goes by
Yeah, hold your hands up, and be care free
Go and make someone's day and let them see
That hope is still here, that hope is still near, oh and

Be the change in the world that you want to see
And together we could change the course of history
Oh it's true, but only you can change you, yeah

I want to shape the world, into a place
Where freedom reigns in the human race
A world where we all get along
And work to right all that is wrong

I want to shape the world, into a place
Where smiles are there from face to face
And safety's found in every nation
Cause peace is brought to all creation
Let's shape our world
But it all start with me

Hope, no never give up, and
Press, when the times get tough
And know, that all things are possible if you believe, yeah

Shine, you gotta shine real bright
Cause' it helps to keep ya going till' your dreams take flight
And give all you can, from sunrise right through to the night

You gotta fight, fight and keep your head up
Have joy, in the things that go right
Search, for the things that really matter, go and explore, oh

Dance, like you never danced before
Share, you got to give if you want more
Be free, and come sing along with me, oh

I want to shape the world, into a place
Where freedom reigns in the human race
A world where we all get along
And work to right all that is wrong

I want to shape the world, into a place
Where smiles are there from face to face
And safety's found in every nation
Cause peace is brought to all creation
Let's shape our world
But it all start with me

Let's shape the world, into a place
Where freedom reigns in the human race
A world where we all get along
And work to right all that is wrong

I want to shape the world, into a place
Where smiles are there from face to face
And safety's found in every nation
Cause peace is brought to all creation




Let's shape our world
But it all start with me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Tim McMorris's song "Shape the World" embody a philosophy of personal empowerment and the responsibility of the individual to bring about positive change in the world. The message is clear: you have the power to make a difference, and it starts with your thoughts, actions, and attitude towards life. The opening lines encourage us to give and love because it is right, to live the way that life was meant to be lived, which suggests that there is a purpose to our existence beyond simply existing. The line "laugh, so that the world gets brighter" is a powerful reminder that our positive energy and attitude can have ripple effects, spreading joy and positivity to those around us.


The chorus "I want to shape the world, into a place Where freedom reigns in the human race A world where we all get along And work to right all that is wrong" shows the author's desire for a world that is free of conflict and strife where all humans are treated equally. The song highlights the need for hope, perseverance, and determination to make this dream a reality. The final line "But it all starts with me" reinforces the idea that positive change must begin on an individual level, and that together, we can create a better world.


Line by Line Meaning

Give, because you ought to and
Giving is important and necessary, it's something that you should consider doing out of moral obligation, regardless of any return.


Love because it's right
Love is not just a feeling, it's an action. You should love others because it's the right thing to do.


Live, the way that life was meant to be lived
We need to embrace life and appreciate every moment, living it to the fullest, with experiences, relationships and personal growth.


Oh and smile, because it makes you feel good and
A smile is a simple and effective way to spread good vibes, positivity, and feel good about yourself.


Laugh, so that the world gets brighter
Laughter is contagious, and can bring joy and positivity to everyone around us.


Cry, but make it tears of joy as time goes by
It's okay to cry sometimes, but we should try to focus on positive memories and be grateful for the time we had.


Yeah, hold your hands up, and be care free
We should enjoy our life, have fun, be adventurous and open to new experiences, and not worry too much about what other people think of us.


Go and make someone's day and let them see
We have the power to make someone's day by doing something kind or thoughtful, which can bring a positive chain reaction to everyone involved.


That hope is still here, that hope is still near, oh and
No matter how difficult times can be, we should maintain hope and positivity, it will bring us strength and inspire others.


Be the change in the world that you want to see
Instead of complaining about what's wrong with the world, we should work to change it ourselves by taking initiative and leadership.


And together we could change the course of history
Together, we can create positive change on a large scale, and make a historic impact.


Oh it's true, but only you can change you, yeah
In order to make change in the world, we must change ourselves first, by having a positive mindset, and taking action towards our goals.


I want to shape the world, into a place
The singer has a dream and vision to make the world a better place for everyone.


Where freedom reigns in the human race
Everyone should have the freedom to live their life according to their beliefs, values, and interests.


A world where we all get along
We need more harmony, less intolerance and division, and more respect for one another.


And work to right all that is wrong
We should fix the wrongs by taking action to fix what needs to be fixed, and help others who seek it.


Where smiles are there from face to face
Everyone should feel happiness, contentment, and satisfaction with life, and these feelings should be reflected in their faces.


And safety's found in every nation
The world should be a place where everyone feels secure, and not afraid of crime, terrorism, or war.


Cause peace is brought to all creation
We need more peace in the world, and less conflict and hostility, and working towards it will benefit everyone.


Hope, no never give up, and
We should never lose hope, keep pushing forward, and inspiring those around us to do so as well.


Press, when the times get tough
When life gets tough, it's important to persevere, and keep working to achieve your goals.


And know, that all things are possible if you believe, yeah
Believing in yourself and your abilities, and being confident in your dreams, can help you achieve what might seem impossible.


Shine, you gotta shine real bright
We should embrace our unique qualities and talents, celebrate our individuality, and shine in our own way.


Cause' it helps to keep ya going till' your dreams take flight
By being confident and luminous, you're able to maintain a positive attitude and keep pushing towards your goals.


And give all you can, from sunrise right through to the night
We should aspire to give our best effort every day, and work hard to achieve what we want in life, from morning light to nighttime.


You gotta fight, fight and keep your head up
It's important to fight for what you believe in, and stay positive and determined despite any obstacles.


Have joy, in the things that go right
We should focus on the positive things in our lives, and find joy and happiness in the good moments.


Search, for the things that really matter, go and explore, oh
We should explore the world around us, and find what we're passionate about, what matters most to us, and pursue those things with all our heart.


Dance, like you never danced before
Express your creativity and passion, be energetic and enthusiastic, and enjoy life to the fullest, through dancing.


Share, you got to give if you want more
We should be generous, and share our resources, our love, and our kindness with others, and it will come back to us in abundance.


Be free, and come sing along with me, oh
We should be free, and confident, and enjoy participating in the world around us, while inspiring and including others in our journey.


Let's shape the world
Collective action and effort to create positive change will help to shape a better future for everyone.


But it all start with me
You have the power to make a difference in the world, and this starts by taking personal responsibility for your actions and intentions.




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