Far Away
V-sag & Christos Stylianou Lyrics
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Wishing for some hope
The weight of empty fishing nets is more than twisted rope
And underneath stern faces
They wait with baited breath
With broken hearts from hoping while casting out their nets
See the figure on the shore
He speaks his words like plain men sing
Glory to the king
Can you hear the bells are ringing
Far, far away?
Can you hear the voices singing
Far, far away?
And Peter was a liar
A traitor just like me
And Judas was a hypocrite
And Paul a Pharisee
When truth can be so distant and hope evades our reach
Peter swam across the water and found it on the beach
Can you hear the bells are ringing
Far, far away?
Can you hear the voices singing
Far, far away?
Can you hear the bells are ringing
Far, far away?
Can you hear the voices singing
Far, far away?
I know that one day soon a song shall rise
You'll hear it with the sleep still in your eyes
I hear they'll hang you upside down
Stretched across two boards
For hearing distant voices
And crossing to the Lord
Can you hear the bells are ringing
Far, far away?
Can you hear the voices singing
Far, far away?
Can you hear the bells are ringing
Far, far away?
Can you hear the voices singing
Far, far away?
I know that one day soon a song shall rise
You'll hear it with the sleep still in your eyes, in your eyes
The song "Far Away" by V-Sag and Christos Stylianou tells the story of individuals who are struggling with the weight of their empty fishing nets while waiting for hope. Each of them has suffered from hopelessness, which is evident from the broken hearts of those who have cast out their nets time and time again, only to find that their efforts have been fruitless. However, a figure appears on the shoreline, speaking in plain language like a common man singing. His hands still have holes in them, signifying the wounds from the crucifixion, and he is known as the King. The figure brings hope with him, and the ringing of the bells and the singing of the voices signal his arrival.
The lyrics of the song also touch on themes such as betrayal and hypocrisy, referencing the biblical figures of Peter, Judas, and Paul. They serve to remind the listener that even people who have fallen short and experienced great pain can find redemption and hope in unlikely places. The lyrics also allude to the struggles of those who hear distant voices and cross to the Lord, implying that some might be punished for beliefs that are seen as unconventional or dangerous.
Overall, "Far Away" is a song about hope and redemption, conveyed through the power of music and the imagery of a figure standing on the shoreline. By reminding the listener of the struggles of the past and the possibility of a brighter future, the song encourages people to find hope even in the bleakest of moments.
Line by Line Meaning
Staring at the shoreline
Looking at the coast with a wish for something better.
Wishing for some hope
Desiring hope and positivity.
The weight of empty fishing nets is more than twisted rope
The emptiness of the nets weighs heavy like twisted rope.
And underneath stern faces
Despite their serious expressions.
They wait with baited breath
Anticipating something important.
With broken hearts from hoping while casting out their nets
Feeling sad after hoping for better outcomes while casting out their nets.
See the figure on the shore
Notice the person standing on the coast.
He speaks his words like plain men sing
He speaks his message clearly and simply.
His hands they still have holes in them
Referring to the crucifixion wounds of Jesus.
Glory to the king
Praising and giving glory to God.
Can you hear the bells are ringing
Far, far away?
Referring to spiritual sounds of happiness and peace.
Can you hear the voices singing
Far, far away?
Referring to joyful hymns far away.
And Peter was a liar
A traitor just like me
Acknowledging the sinful nature of humans, including themselves.
And Judas was a hypocrite
And Paul a Pharisee
Naming other people from the Bible who were also flawed and sinful.
When truth can be so distant and hope evades our reach
Peter swam across the water and found it on the beach
Finding truth and hope despite it feeling out of reach.
I know that one day soon a song shall rise
You'll hear it with the sleep still in your eyes
Hopeful of a beautiful, joyful hymn that brings happiness and peace.
I hear they'll hang you upside down
Stretched across two boards
For hearing distant voices
And crossing to the Lord
Referencing persecution for seeking spiritual guidance.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Reese Roper, Micah Ortega, Dennis Culp
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