Dear Father
Yes Lyrics


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Here are the books of Luke

You need them to open the seed

To see what goes on in the world

Here in my mind
Catch the wind and hold on tight

To what we'll find

And hear what goes on in the world

Here is all you see

Everything is made for you

From me

If there's anything you'd like to say

That could help me in any way

'Cause I've been waiting for so long for you to come along

Help me on that day

When you take over all the things

Heaven has made for you

Is there anything you think you should know

Is there anything before I go?

(Dear Father)

I'm hungry, I'm cold

(Dear Father)

Feeling terribly old

(Dear Father)

I don't think I can see

I'm not feeling good like I think I should

They're on their own, needing a face, a place

Hope and mind, a home

To see what goes on in the world

They're who you need

To show them why they're wrong, oh why indeed

We need to go on in the world

Here is all you see

Everything is made for you

From me

If there's any complication that

You'd like to talk over with me about

'Cause I've been waiting for so long for you to come along

We could work it all out

When you take over all the things

Heaven has made for you

Is there anything you think you should know

Is there anything before I go?

(Dear Father)

You must be putting me on

(Dear Father)

'Cause most of their minds are gone

(Dear Father)

They will not understand me

I'm not feeling good like I think I should

(Dear Father)

Can I give it a miss

(Dear Father)

'Cause I'm not ready for this

(Dear Father)

I don't think I can see

I'm not feeling good like I think I should

(Dear Father)

Won't you leave me alone

(Dear Father)

Won't you let me go home

(Dear Father)

I don't think I could see

(Dear Father)

Lord, they'd crucify me

(Dear Father)

I just couldn't do that

(Dear Father)





'Cause that's not where it's at now

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Yes's song Dear Father are cryptic and open to interpretation, but a possible interpretation is that they concern a spiritual journey and message. The first verse suggests that the books of Luke, a gospel in the New Testament, hold some key to understanding the world and the singer's own mind. The second verse addresses someone who might be the singer's spiritual guide, asking for help or advice. The refrain "Dear Father" could be directed towards God or someone more earthly like a mentor.


The following verse speaks to themes of loneliness and confusion, with the singer feeling old and unhealthy. The third verse might be directed towards wayward souls or followers who do not fully understand the singer's message or path. The final verse suggests reluctance by the singer to continue down the path they are called to follow, acknowledging the potential for danger and resistance.


Line by Line Meaning

Here are the books of Luke
These books contain the knowledge necessary to understand the world.


You need them to open the seed
You need to study these books in order to unlock their wisdom and knowledge.


To see what goes on in the world
By studying the books of Luke, you can gain a deeper understanding of the world and its complexities.


Here in my mind
This is what I personally believe and understand to be true.


Catch the wind and hold on tight
Be open and receptive to whatever comes your way, and don't let go of your beliefs.


To what we'll find
We'll discover new truths and insights as we venture through life.


And hear what goes on in the world
Pay attention to what's happening in the world around you, and try to understand it.


Here is all you see
Everything you observe in the world is made for you, by a higher power or by myself.


Everything is made for you
All of creation is a gift to be appreciated and enjoyed by humanity.


From me
I am the creator of the world, or at least I am responsible for my own actions and creations within it.


If there's anything you'd like to say
Do you have anything you'd like to share with me?


That could help me in any way
Is there anything you can say or share that could help me personally in some way?


'Cause I've been waiting for so long for you to come along
I have been waiting for guidance or support from someone like you for a long time.


Help me on that day
Please help me on that day when I need it the most.


When you take over all the things
On that day, when you are in charge of everything.


Heaven has made for you
All the good and beautiful things that exist and will exist were made for you by a higher power.


Is there anything you think you should know
Is there any knowledge or insight that you possess that you feel might be beneficial to me?


Is there anything before I go?
Is there anything else you'd like to share with me before we part ways?


(Dear Father) I'm hungry, I'm cold
I am lacking for basic necessities and asking for your help.


(Dear Father) Feeling terribly old
I am feeling exhausted and worn out, as if I've lived a long life already.


(Dear Father) I don't think I can see
I'm feeling lost or confused, and unable to see a clear path forward.


They're on their own, needing a face, a place
There are people out there who are alone and in need. They require not just physical help but also emotional support.


Hope and mind, a home
These people need hope, a sense of purpose, and a place to call home.


They're who you need
These people are the ones who you can help.


To show them why they're wrong, oh why indeed
You must help these people see why their current path is not ideal and give them a better outlook on life.


We need to go on in the world
We need to forge ahead, even when things seem difficult and the challenges are great.


(Dear Father) You must be putting me on
I can't believe what I'm hearing from you, and I think you're trying to deceive me.


(Dear Father) 'Cause most of their minds are gone
Many people in the world have lost their ability to reason and think clearly due to ignorance or mental illness.


(Dear Father) They will not understand me
Many people will not be able to comprehend the message that I am trying to convey.


(Dear Father) Can I give it a miss
Is it okay if I take a pass on this opportunity and step aside?


(Dear Father) 'Cause I'm not ready for this
I don't feel like I'm prepared or capable enough to handle the challenges that lie ahead.


(Dear Father) Won't you leave me alone
Can you please give me some space and leave me be?


(Dear Father) Won't you let me go home
Can you please allow me to return to a place of safety and comfort?


(Dear Father) Lord, they'd crucify me
If I were to share my true beliefs with the world, I'd be met with great opposition and persecution.


(Dear Father) I just couldn't do that
I don't think I have the strength or courage to overcome such hostility or violence.


(Dear Father) 'Cause that's not where it's at now
Because the world is not ready to hear my message at this time, and it's not the right direction for me to take.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JON ANDERSON, CHRIS SQUIRE

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