Spirit in the Sky
wayne's world 2 Lyrics
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Gonna go to the place that's the best
When I lay me down to die
Goin' up to the spirit in the sky
Goin' up to the spirit in the sky
That's where I'm gonna go when I die
When I die and they lay me to rest
Gonna go to the place that's the best
Prepare yourself you know it's a must
Gotta have a friend in Jesus
So you know that when you die
He's gonna recommend you
To the spirit in the sky
Gonna recommend you
To the spirit in the sky
That's where you're gonna go when you die
When you die and they lay you to rest
You're gonna go to the place that's the best
Never been a sinner I never sinned
I got a friend in Jesus
So you know that when I die
He's gonna set me up with
The spirit in the sky
Oh set me up with the spirit in the sky
That's where I'm gonna go when I die
When I die and they lay me to rest
I'm gonna go to the place that's the best
Go to the place that's the best
The lyrics of "Spirit in the Sky" by Norman Greenbaum express the belief that there is an afterlife where one's spirit goes after death. The singer confidently declares that when he dies, he will go to the best place - the spirit in the sky. He urges listeners to prepare themselves for the afterlife by having a "friend in Jesus" who will recommend them to the spirit in the sky. The singer identifies himself as a person who has never sinned, and claims that his friendship with Jesus guarantees that he will be set up with the spirit in the sky when he dies.
The song's message is primarily religious, expressing the belief in rewards for living a good life according to certain moral standards. The lyrics imply judgment and the concept of the afterlife, making it a comforting song for those who share this belief. The song was originally released in 1969 and has been covered by several artists throughout the years, solidifying its place in popular culture.
Line by Line Meaning
When I die and they lay me to rest
Upon my death, and my body is put to rest
Gonna go to the place that's the best
I will go to the best place
When I lay me down to die
When my time has come to pass
Goin' up to the spirit in the sky
My soul will ascend to a higher spiritual realm
Goin' up to the spirit in the sky
My soul will ascend to a higher spiritual realm
That's where I'm gonna go when I die
This is where my final destination will be
When I die and they lay me to rest
Upon my death, and my body is put to rest
Gonna go to the place that's the best
I will go to the best place
Prepare yourself you know it's a must
It is crucial to prepare oneself
Gotta have a friend in Jesus
One must have a relationship with Jesus
So you know that when you die
This way, when the time comes for your death
He's gonna recommend you
Jesus will endorse you
To the spirit in the sky
And your soul will ascend to a higher realm
Gonna recommend you
Jesus will endorse you
To the spirit in the sky
And your soul will ascend to a higher realm
That's where you're gonna go when you die
This is your soul's final destination
When you die and they lay you to rest
Upon your death, and your body is put to rest
You're gonna go to the place that's the best
Your soul will be taken to the best place
Never been a sinner I never sinned
I have never committed a sin
I got a friend in Jesus
I have a relationship with Jesus
So you know that when I die
Therefore, when my time comes
He's gonna set me up with
Jesus will arrange for me
The spirit in the sky
My soul's ascension to a higher realm
Oh set me up with the spirit in the sky
Jesus will arrange for my soul to ascend
That's where I'm gonna go when I die
This is where my soul will ultimately end up
When I die and they lay me to rest
Upon my death, and my body is put to rest
I'm gonna go to the place that's the best
My soul will be taken to the best place
Go to the place that's the best
This is where one's soul will be taken
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: NORMAN GREENBAUM
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
BlueJ
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Corey Rowe
The weird eye scene was pretty awesome too!
Logan Palmer
@NJindypro Haha well, work is hard!
Je Gr
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NJindypro
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Pt S
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mcciv
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pickin pickers
BA ha ha! Ha ha ha! Love that line! The thing that makes it so funny is, there's dudes out there like that! LOL!