Forever Young
Tim O'Brien Lyrics
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May your wishes all come true
May you always do for others
And let others do for you
May you build a ladder to the stars
And climb on every rung
May you stay
May you stay forever young
Forever young
Forever young
May you stay
Stay forever young
May you grow up to be righteous
May you grow up to be true
May you always know the truth
And see the lights surrounding you
May you always be courageous
Stand upright and be strong
May you stay
May you stay forever young
Forever young
Forever young
May you stay
Stay forever young
May your hands always be busy
May your feet always be swift
May you have a strong foundation
When the winds of changes shift
May your heart always be joyful
May your song always be sung
And may you stay
May you stay forever young
Forever young
Forever young
May you stay
May you stay forever young
The song "Forever Young" by Tim O'Brien is a heartfelt and sincere message of hope and blessings to a loved one. The first verse of the song asks God to bless and protect the recipient always and to grant them their wishes. It also suggests that living a life of service to others is important and that one should not hesitate to ask for help when needed. The imagery of building a ladder to the stars and climbing every rung is a metaphor for the pursuit of one's dreams and aspirations. The chorus affirms the belief that youthfulness is not just a matter of age, but also a state of mind and spirit.
The second verse encourages the recipient to live a life of integrity and truthfulness. They should not be afraid to stand up for what they believe in and to be strong in their convictions. The image of seeing lights surrounding the recipient suggests that they will be guided by a higher power and have a sense of purpose in life. The chorus reinforces the message of staying forever young in spirit and attitude.
The final verse offers a wish for practical success, good health, and happiness. The idea of having a strong foundation when facing the winds of change suggests the importance of resilience and adaptability. The wish for joy and music reflects the belief that life should be enjoyed and celebrated. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the wish for the recipient to stay forever young.
Line by Line Meaning
May God's bless and keep you always
May the divine power always be with and protect you
May your wishes all come true
May all your desires and dreams come to fruition
May you always do for others
May you always be of service to others
And let others do for you
And allow others to be of service to you
May you build a ladder to the stars
May you have the determination to achieve great things
And climb on every rung
And persevere through every obstacle
May you stay
May you remain in this state
May you stay forever young
May you always retain the vitality and spirit of youth
Forever young
Keep that youthful energy and enthusiasm forever
Forever young
Don't lose that spark of youthfulness
May you grow up to be righteous
May you grow up to be morally upright
May you grow up to be true
May you stay true to your principles and beliefs
May you always know the truth
May you always have the wisdom to discern the truth
And see the lights surrounding you
And recognize the beauty and goodness around you
May you always be courageous
May you always have the bravery to face challenges and obstacles
Stand upright and be strong
Remain resolute and tough through hardship
May your hands always be busy
May you always have something meaningful to do
May your feet always be swift
May you always move forward with purpose and determination
May you have a strong foundation
May you have a solid base of support and stability
When the winds of changes shift
When the circumstances change unexpectedly
May your heart always be joyful
May you always experience joy and happiness
May your song always be sung
May you always have a voice and express yourself
And may you stay
And may you continue to be in this state
May you stay forever young
May you always have the curiosity and optimism of youth
Forever young
May you always have that spark of youthfulness and enthusiasm
Forever young
A wish for eternal youthfulness and vitality
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Written by: Bob Dylan
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