I'll Keep Climbing
Journey to Heavenly Heights: Dolly Parton's Uplifting Climb
Lyrics
As I travel life's pathway to that city beyond
Expressing the journey of life towards an unknown destination, possibly referring to the afterlife or spiritual realm.
I find the way so narrow and my strength almost gone
Describing the challenging and narrow path of life, with the speaker feeling physically and emotionally drained.
Then I cry, oh Lord, have mercy, please don't leave me all alone
Seeking mercy and companionship from a higher power, asking not to be left alone in the difficulties.
'Cause somehow I've got to make it, make heaven my home
Expressing determination to reach heaven despite the challenges and hardships faced in life.
I'll keep climbing, I'll keep climbing 'til I make it my home
Reiterating the commitment to persevere and overcome obstacles on the journey toward making heaven the ultimate destination.
And I'll soon be with Jesus 'round the great white throne
Anticipating being in the presence of Jesus around the heavenly throne, suggesting a spiritual reward for the effort.
Though the way may seem rugged, Lord, I must travel on
Acknowledging the tough nature of the journey but expressing the resolve to continue despite the difficulties.
I'll keep climbing, I'll keep climbing 'til I make heaven my home
Emphasizing the determination to persist in the climb towards making heaven the final abode.
My friends, they forsake me, my companions are few
Noting the abandonment by friends and the scarcity of companions, highlighting the loneliness faced on the journey.
I'll keep my eyes toward heaven no matter what others do
Deciding to maintain focus on spiritual goals despite the actions of others.
I'll keep my mind up on Jesus, for his way, I will choose
Committing to keeping thoughts centered on Jesus and choosing the path laid out by Him.
Soon I'll reach heaven's portal seems it's almost in view
Expressing the belief that reaching the gates of heaven is imminent and within sight.
I'll keep climbing, I'll keep climbing 'til I make it my home
Reaffirming the commitment to keep climbing and striving towards the spiritual goal of making heaven one's home.
And I'll soon be with Jesus 'round the great white throne
Envisioning the proximity to Jesus and the great white throne, suggesting the nearing of a spiritual climax.
Though the way may seem rugged, Lord, I must travel on
Acknowledging the roughness of the journey but expressing the determination to continue moving forward.
I'll keep climbing, I'll keep climbing 'til I make heaven my home
Reiterating the commitment to persist in climbing towards the ultimate goal of making heaven one's home.
I'll keep climbing, I'll keep climbing 'til I make it my home
Continuing the proclamation of the resolve to persevere and reach the spiritual destination of heaven.
And I'll soon be with Jesus 'round the great white throne
Anticipating the presence of Jesus around the heavenly throne as the culmination of the spiritual journey.
Though the way may seem rugged, Lord, I must travel on
Acknowledging the challenges of the path but expressing the commitment to keep traveling forward.
I'll keep climbing, I'll keep climbing 'til I make heaven my home
Reiterating the determination to keep climbing until the goal of making heaven one's home is achieved.
Make heaven my home
Summarizing the overarching goal of the song: to reach and establish heaven as the ultimate home.
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