Awaken
Yes Lyrics
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To the sun, oh let my heart dreaming
Past a mortal as me
Where can I be?
Wish the sun to stand still
Reaching out to touch our own being
Past all mortal as we
Here we can be
Suns high streams through
Awaken gentle mass touch
Awaken gentle mass touch
Strong dreams reign here
Awaken gentle mass touch
Awaken gentle mass touching
Awaken gentle mass touch
Star, song, age, less
Awaken gentle mass touch
Awaken gentle mass touching
Awaken gentle mass touching
Touching
Touching
Touching
Workings of man set to ply out historical life
Reregaining the flower of the fruit of his tree
All awakening, all restoring you
Workings of man crying out from the fire set aflame
By his blindness to see that the warmth of his being
Is promised for his seeing his reaching so clearly
Workings of man driven far from the path
Rereleased in inhibitions so that all is left for you
All is left for you, all is left for you
All this left for you now
Master of images
Songs cast a light on you
Hark through dark ties
That tunnel us out
Of sane existence
In challenge as direct
As eyes see young stars assemble
Master of light
All pure chance
As exists cross divided
In all encircling mode
Oh closely guided plan
Awaken in our hearts
Master of soul
Set to touch all impenetrable youth
Ask away
That thought be contact
With all that's clear
Be honest with yourself
There's no doubt, no doubt
Master of time
Setting sail over all of our lands
And as we look forever closer
Shall we now bid
Farewell, farewell
High vibration go on
To the sun, oh let my heart dreaming
Past a mortal as me
Where can I be?
Wish the sun to stand still
Reaching out to touch our own being
Past all mortal as we
Here we can be
Like the time I ran away
And turned around
And you were standing close to me
Like the time I ran away
And turned around
And you were standing close to me
The lyrics of Yes's song "Awaken" are a journey into the realm of spirituality and self-discovery. The opening line, "High vibration go on, to the sun, oh let my heart dreaming," suggests a divine force and the desire to transcend earthly limitations. The lyrics then move on to explore the idea of reaching a state of enlightenment, where one is not constrained by mortal boundaries. The repetition of "past a mortal as me" and "past all mortal as we" emphasizes the desire to go beyond the physical.
The second verse delves deeper into the workings of human life and frailty. The line "By his blindness to see that the warmth of his being is promised for his seeing his reaching so clearly" suggests that human beings are often limited by their own perceptions and beliefs. However, the lyrics offer hope for personal growth and restoration.
The chorus serves as a guide to help the listener awaken to the inner self. The repeated phrase "Awaken gentle mass touch" could mean that one needs to listen deeply and pay attention to subtle signals within the self, such as sensations or emotions. The lyrics also suggest that there is a fundamental connection between oneself and the universe, as represented by the image of the sun.
Finally, the closing lines of the song seem to be a moment of discovery and realization. The repetition of "Like the time I ran away and turned around, and you were standing close to me" suggests that the singer has found a sense of comfort and security in the midst of the journey.
Line by Line Meaning
High vibration go on
The persistent energy and positivity continue to propel forward
To the sun, oh let my heart dreaming
My heart yearns to reach the sun and to dream of what is beyond our current reality
Past a mortal as me
Beyond the limitations of my physical being
Where can I be?
Questioning where my soul belongs in the grand scheme of things
Wish the sun to stand still
Hoping to pause the flow of time to fully embrace and appreciate the moment
Reaching out to touch our own being
Striving to connect with our inner selves in a deeper way
Past all mortal as we
Transcending the limitations of our physical existence
Here we can be
Finding our true purpose and sense of belonging in the present moment
Suns high streams through
The sun's rays powerfully and brilliantly shine through
Awaken gentle mass touch
Causing a gentle yet powerful awakening within a community of people
Strong dreams reign here
Ambitious and persistent dreams dominate and thrive in this place
Star, song, age, less
Moving beyond the constraints of time, space, and age
Touching
The act of connecting with oneself, others, and the world around us
Workings of man set to ply out historical life
Humanity's advancements and developments aim to continue the legacy of our past
Reregaining the flower of the fruit of his tree
Striving to reclaim the beauty and fulfillment of our previous achievements and successes
All awakening, all restoring you
The process of awakening and restoring oneself and others to their full potential
Workings of man crying out from the fire set aflame
The struggles and challenges of humanity call out and demand attention
By his blindness to see that the warmth of his being
Through our inability to see the true value and potential of ourselves and others
Is promised for his seeing his reaching so clearly
We can only fulfill our true potential by clearly envisioning and striving towards our goals
Workings of man driven far from the path
The distractions and temptations of life lead us astray from our true purpose and potential
Rereleased in inhibitions so that all is left for you
Giving up our fears and doubts to make room for more meaningful and purposeful experiences
Master of images
The power to create and shape our own realities
Songs cast a light on you
Music and lyrics can inspire and guide us towards self-awareness and growth
Hark through dark ties
Looking beyond the obstacles and challenges to find a more meaningful path
That tunnel us out
Breaking free from the limitations of our past experiences and beliefs
Of sane existence
Leaving behind the mundane and conventional way of living
In challenge as direct
Confronting challenges head-on to grow and learn from them
As eyes see young stars assemble
Observing and experiencing the beauty and wonder of nature
Master of light
Mastery over our own emotions, thoughts, and attitudes
All pure chance
Embracing the unpredictability and randomness of life
As exists cross divided
Understanding the interconnectedness of all things and experiences
In all encircling mode
Viewing life as a continuous cycle of growth and change
Oh closely guided plan
Believing that there is a divine and purposeful pathway for each individual
Awaken in our hearts
The potential for growth and awakening is within ourselves
Master of soul
The ability to connect with one's innermost self and with others
Set to touch all impenetrable youth
The potential to inspire and guide younger generations towards growth and enlightenment
Ask away
Encouraging curiosity, questioning, and learning
That thought be contact
Encouraging communication and understanding between individuals and groups
With all that's clear
Striving for clarity and understanding in all aspects of life
Be honest with yourself
Encouraging self-reflection, accountability, and authenticity
There's no doubt, no doubt
There is a sense of certainty and confidence in oneself and one's potential
Master of time
Succumbing to the passage of time, but also finding meaning and growth within it
Setting sail over all of our lands
Embarking on a journey of exploration and self-discovery
And as we look forever closer
As we continually search and strive for meaning and purpose
Shall we now bid farewell, farewell
Moving forward with gratitude and appreciation for the journey, despite its impermanence
Like the time I ran away
Reflecting on a past experience of escape or rebellion
And turned around
Looking back and reflecting on that experience
And you were standing close to me
Finding comfort and solace in the presence of a loved one
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jon Anderson, Steve James Howe
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