Maybe There's a World
Yusuf (Cat Stevens) Lyrics
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Where nobody gets annoyed
But I must admit, I'm not there yet
But something's keeping me going
Maybe there's a world that I'm still to find
Maybe there's a world that I'm still to find
Open up, oh world and let me in
I have dreamt of an open world
Borderless and wide
Where the people move from place to place
And nobody's taking sides
Maybe there's a world that I'm still to find
Maybe there's a world that I'm still to find
Open up, oh world and let me in
Then there'll be a new life to begin
I've been waiting for that moment
To arrive
All at once, the palace of peace
Will fill my eyes, how nice
Maybe there's a world that I'm still to find
Maybe there's a world that I'm still to find
Open up, oh world and let me in
Then there'll be a new life to begin
I've been waiting for that moment
To arrive
All at once, the wrongs of the world
Will be put right, how nice
The song, "Maybe There's a World" by Yusuf (Cat Stevens), is a yearning for a better world where people don't get annoyed and take sides. The first verse says that the singer has dreamt of a place and time where nobody gets annoyed, but he admits he's not there yet. However, something is keeping him going, and he hopes that he will find that better world. The chorus repeats the phrase, "Maybe there's a world that I'm still to find," suggesting that even though this world might not exist yet, the singer has hope that it's out there somewhere. He pleads with the world to open up and let him in so that he can begin a new life.
In the second verse, the singer dreams of an open world, borderless and wide, where people move freely without taking sides. He longs for a world where people can peacefully coexist amid their differences, without resorting to conflict. The chorus is repeated again, emphasizing the idea that this world is yet to be found, but the singer has faith that it exists.
Finally, in the third verse, the singer expresses that he has been waiting for the moment when the palace of peace will fill his eyes, and the wrongs of the world will be rectified. He imagines a perfect world where peace reigns, and justice is served. The song ends with the repetition of the chorus, confirming that the singer's hope for a new life begins with the belief that there's a better world that he's still to find.
Overall, "Maybe There's a World" is a song lamenting the imperfections of the world we live in, but also expressing hope that there's a better world out there that we can all strive for. It's a song about the human experience of wanting to find something more, something better, and having the optimism to keep looking for it.
Line by Line Meaning
I have dreamt of a place and time
Yusuf imagines a utopian world free of annoyance and conflict.
Where nobody gets annoyed
In this world, people coexist without irritation or inconvenience.
But I must admit, I'm not there yet
Yusuf acknowledges that this world is not yet a reality, but he remains hopeful.
But something's keeping me going
Despite the challenges, Yusuf persists in his desire to reach this ideal world.
Maybe there's a world that I'm still to find
Yusuf wonders if there is another reality out there that aligns with his dream.
Open up, oh world and let me in
He implores the world to reveal itself, to allow him to explore the possibilities.
Then there'll be a new life to begin
If he finds this world, Yusuf anticipates a fresh start.
I have dreamt of an open world
Yusuf envisions a world without borders, where people are free to move about as they please.
Borderless and wide
The world he envisions has no limits or boundaries.
Where the people move from place to place
In this world, individuals have the freedom to travel and explore without restriction.
And nobody's taking sides
He desires a world where people are not divided or polarized into factions.
I've been waiting for that moment to arrive
Yusuf has been anticipating the realization of this dream.
All at once, the palace of peace will fill my eyes, how nice
When he finally finds this world, he is filled with the sense of calm and contentment he has been seeking.
All at once, the wrongs of the world will be put right, how nice
In this ideal world, injustices and wrongs are corrected, yielding a more just and equitable society.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: YUSUF ISLAM
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Maybe There's a World
Cat Stevens
I have dreamt of a place and time
Where nobody gets annoyed
But I must admit, I'm not there yet
But something's keeping me going
Maybe there's a world that I'm still to find
Maybe there's a world that I'm still to find
Open up, oh world and let me in
Then there'll be a new life to begin
I have dreamt of an open world
Borderless and wide
Where the people move from place to place
And nobody's taking sides
Maybe there's a world that I'm still to find
Maybe there's a world that I'm still to find
Open up, oh world and let me in
Then there'll be a new life to begin
I've been waiting for that moment
To arrive
All at once, the palace of peace
Will fill my eyes, how nice
Maybe there's a world that I'm still to find
Maybe there's a world that I'm still to find
Open up, oh world and let me in
Then there'll be a new life to begin
I've been waiting for that moment
To arrive
All at once, the wrongs of the world
Will be put right, how nice
Source: LyricFind
Songwriters: Yusuf Islam
Maybe There's a World lyrics © BMG Rights Management
@sherryruth3749
I believe it too! You give Hope & Strengthen Faith! With Your Beautiful Truth! Thank You Dear Yusuf/Cat Stevens 💖🎶
@CarloWolf-ij3zv
Sublime, this song is universal. God bless you, Yusuf ❤
@swastikaputri
Timeless music.. bless you, Yusuf
@Ponchiegomezsaso
I am praying for a world like this too, I have all of my life ,whenever I get weary from what I see I listen to this beautiful song and it brings me hope. They say there is a Heaven here on earth also if we choose it, I pray one day we will, I've been waiting for that moment to arrive... Bless your heart Yusuf
@ansaaarul2250
😍
@otmanovic11
A muslim scholar once said " those who don't enter the paradise on earth will not enter the one in the hereafter".
@RC-fi4ix
I used to. Now, with an open boarder, we are seeing drugs and gangs and crime increase exponentially. Just in the last 6 months I have had 2 show up on my doorstep, related to drugs. One trying to sell/hide them. Busted up windows when he didn't get his wish. The other tried to follow me in, using his knife to try to jimmy the door, then tried to bust it in. Arrogantly sat on my porch in wait. No housing, homelessness increased dramatically. Resources growing thin. Murders and traffic fatalities in numbers we've never seen. Maybe culture is different, but it was pretty safe here. Many more people would be open to an open world if this era of take what you want at any cost and live without earning one's keep wasn't so prevalent. May we get back to a time of peace for all soon.
@bahrikiraz
Awesome...
@EllaSouthportfair
A very beautiful song and beautiful thought....I hope there's a world like this...
@lundsweden
Great meaningful, soulful lyrics and a great song! This is like an evolution of vintage Cat, thank you Yusef!