The Sacrifice
Journey of Sacrifice: Dolly Parton's Reflection on Life's Cost
Lyrics
Well, I've sacrificed time with family and friends
Expresses sacrificing time with family and friends for a purpose.
Gave up vacations for work without end
Describes giving up vacations for continuous work.
Twenty four seven, three hundred and sixty five
Highlights the constant effort throughout the year.
But I was willing to make the sacrifice
Expresses willingness to make sacrifices for a goal.
But empty or full, I've carried my pail
Metaphorically conveys carrying one's burden, regardless of its state.
You don't drink the water if you don't dig the well
Emphasizes the importance of hard work before reaping rewards.
Through blood sweat and tears I have built a good life
Describes the strenuous effort put into building a good life.
But it didn't come without sacrifice
Acknowledges that a good life comes with sacrifices.
But I was gonna be rich no matter how much it cost
Expresses determination to become rich, regardless of the cost.
And I was gonna win no matter how much I lost
Underlines the commitment to winning despite potential losses.
All through the years I kept my eye on the prize
Highlights keeping focus on the ultimate goal over the years.
You ask if it's worth the sacrifice, the sacrifice
Poses a question about the worthiness of the sacrifices made.
I think about Jesus and all that he gave
Reflects on the sacrifices of Jesus and draws inspiration from them.
And the ultimate sacrifice that he made
References the significant sacrifice made by Jesus.
He is my strength and my guiding light
Describes Jesus as a source of strength and guidance.
And he's taught me that nothing's without sacrifice
States that nothing comes without sacrifice, influenced by religious beliefs.
I was gonna be rich no matter how much it cost
Reiterates the determination to be rich, emphasizing the cost.
And I was gonna win no matter how much I lost
Reaffirms the commitment to winning despite potential losses.
I wanted success and, brother, I've paid the price
Expresses the desire for success and acknowledges paying the price.
And, yes, it's been worth the sacrifice, the sacrifice
States that the sacrifices made have been worthwhile.
I was gonna be rich no matter how much it cost
Repeats the determination to be rich and win despite costs and losses.
And I was gonna win no matter how much I lost
Reiterates the commitment to winning, acknowledging losses.
Grindstones and rhinestones have made up my life
Mentions the coexistence of hard work and glamorous elements in life.
But I've shined like a diamond through sacrifice
Compares life to a diamond, symbolizing brilliance achieved through sacrifice.
I was gonna be rich no matter how much it cost
Reaffirms the determination to be rich and successful despite challenges.
And I was gonna win no matter how much I lost
Reiterates the commitment to winning, accepting the associated losses.
But I hope God will tell me, 'Well done, my child
Expresses a hope for divine approval for the sacrifices made.
You've won your reward through your sacrifice, the sacrifice'
Implies a recognition of the rewards gained through sacrifice.
The sacrifice
Repeats the central theme of sacrifice for emphasis.
But sometimes I wonder in the still of the night
Questions the value of sacrifices, especially in moments of reflection.
Is it really worth the sacrifice
Expresses doubt about the worthiness of the sacrifices.
I've often laughed and I've often cried
Reflects on the various emotions experienced in the journey of sacrifice.
I've often failed but I've always tried
Highlights a history of both success and failure, emphasizing persistent efforts.
I made the sacrifice
Affirms the act of sacrifice as a defining aspect of the journey.
The sacrifice
Reiterates the overarching theme of sacrifice as a conclusion.
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