We Are One
Various Artists Lyrics


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As you go through life you'll see
There is so much that we
Don't understand

And the only thing we know
Is things don't always go
The way we planned
But you'll see everyday
That we'll never turn away
When it seems all your dreams come undone

We will stand by your side
Filled with hope and filled with pride
We are more than we are
We are one

If there's so much I must be
Can't I still just be me
The way I am?
Can I trust in my own heart
Or am I
just one part
Of some big plan?

Even those who are gone
Are with us as we go on
Your journey has only begun

Tears of pain, tears of joy
One thing nothing can destroy
Is our pride deep inside
We are one

We are one you and I
We are like the earth and sky
One family under the sun

All the wisdom to lead
All the courage that you need
You will find when you see
We are one

Family, family (we are one)
Family, family (we are one)
Family, family (we are one)




Family, family (we are one)
Family, family (we are one)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "We Are One" by Various Artists express a message of unity and support, emphasizing that even when life gets tough, we can stand together and overcome obstacles. The opening lines suggest that there are many things in life that we don't understand, and that our plans don't always turn out the way we hoped they would. However, these difficulties don't have to be faced alone, as the chorus reminds us that we can rely on others to stand by our side and offer hope and encouragement.


The verses continue to explore the theme of personal identity and purpose, asking whether we can trust in our own hearts and whether we are just one part of a larger plan. The song acknowledges those who have passed away, but suggests that their spirit continues to inspire us as we move forward in life. Ultimately, the message of "We Are One" is one of hope and resilience, and a call to support one another as we navigate the challenges of life.


Line by Line Meaning

As you go through life you'll see
Life is a series of experiences that help us learn and grow.


There is so much that we
There is a lot we don't know and understand about life.


Don't understand
But that's okay because learning, growing, and understanding is a process.


And the only thing we know
We can't predict everything that will happen in life, but we can be sure that challenges will arise.


Is things don't always go
This is because life is unpredictable and circumstances can change without warning.


The way we planned
We can plan and prepare for the future, but there are always unknown variables that can alter our plans.


But you'll see everyday
Despite all the challenges and uncertainties, there are always people who will stand by you.


That we'll never turn away
True friends and family won't abandon you, even in difficult times.


When it seems all your dreams come undone
Life can be tough, and sometimes it feels like everything is falling apart.


We will stand by your side
But there will always be people who are there to support you, no matter what.


Filled with hope and filled with pride
These people are optimistic and proud of who they are and their ability to endure hardships.


We are more than we are
Together, people are greater than the sum of their individual parts.


We are one
They are all part of the same human family and have the same basic needs and desires.


If there's so much I must be
People often feel pressure to conform to others' expectations and society's standards.


Can't I still just be me
We should be able to embrace our individuality without fearing rejection or judgement from others.


The way I am?
We should feel empowered to be authentic and not try to change who we are to please others.


Can I trust in my own heart
It's important to listen to ourselves and our instincts when making decisions.


Or am I just one part
At the same time, we are all part of something greater and have a role to play in our communities.


Of some big plan?
The purpose and meaning of our lives may not always be apparent, but we all have something important to contribute.


Even those who are gone
People who have passed away still influence and inspire us in our lives.


Are with us as we go on
Their legacy lives on and continues to impact us in meaningful ways.


Your journey has only begun
Life is a journey filled with opportunities for growth and discovery.


Tears of pain, tears of joy
Our emotional experiences are all part of the human experience.


One thing nothing can destroy
Despite all the challenges, there is something deep inside us that cannot be broken or destroyed.


Is our pride deep inside
Our sense of self-worth and pride is something that we can always hold on to.


We are one
Together, all humans are interconnected and belong to the same global community.


We are one you and I
The song is a reminder that we are all connected, and that our actions impact each other.


We are like the earth and sky
Just like the earth and sky, we are all part of the same natural world and can work together for the greater good.


One family under the sun
All humans are part of the same family and have the same fundamental needs and desires.


All the wisdom to lead
We have the ability to be leaders and make positive changes in our communities.


All the courage that you need
We also have the courage and strength to face difficult challenges.


You will find when you see
We can discover these qualities within ourselves by looking inward and reflecting on our experiences.


We are one
The song ends with a final reminder that we are all interconnected and part of the same human family.


Family, family (we are one)
The repetition of this line emphasizes the theme of connectedness and unity.




Writer(s): MARTIN PANZER, JACK A. FELDMAN, TOM SNOW

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@gilliancurry-williams2429

This is Beautiful.......I pray that WE really realize that WE are ONE!!!!! 

@wynettesherman2054

Beautiful....Bahamas to the world

@Beautyqueen7173

It all starts with us as individuals.It becomes stronger in unity.It then becomes unbreakable.Awesome... 

@kimberly1347

tears...so powerful...and prophetic too

@MsSglinton

More needs to be done with this song! We should be promoting this all over the place. This is one of the best arrangements ever!

@prophecyyouth

Powerful!!!! Can't wait for the tour!!! 

@relationshipwithyah9123

BEAUTIFUL!!!!

@ShemMeluce

oh mehn!!! great singers,, wow the oprah singing wowed me for real!!! and Gospel Boys you blessed me... this is wonderful

@hayesandliniacyrus424

Wow, this song brought me to tears and it reminded me of my love for dance, nice i love the passion and energy

@EllisStuartBahamas

Wonderful! Love it!

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