From a Distance
Echoes of Hope and Harmony
Lyrics
From a distance the world looks blue and green
Observing the world from a distance reveals a serene and peaceful view, symbolized by the colors blue and green.
And the snow-capped mountains white
The mountains covered in snow emphasize purity and beauty when seen from afar.
From a distance the ocean meets the stream
Describes the meeting point of the ocean and stream, suggesting unity and harmony.
And the eagle takes to flight
An eagle taking flight signifies freedom and majesty.
From a distance there is harmony
From a distance, there is a sense of overall harmony in the world.
And it echoes through the land
This harmony resonates across the land, emphasizing a collective experience.
It's the voice of hope, it's the voice of peace
The voice heard is one of hope and peace, representing the collective longing for a better future.
It's the voice of every man
It is a voice that speaks for every individual, expressing shared aspirations.
From a distance we all have enough
From a distance, everyone has enough, and there is no lack or deprivation.
And no one is in need
No one is in need, portraying a utopian vision of abundance for all.
There are no guns, no bombs, no diseases
The absence of guns, bombs, and diseases suggests a world without conflict or suffering.
No hungry mouths to feed
No one is hungry, emphasizing a state of contentment and well-being.
From a distance we are instruments
Individuals are likened to instruments, working together in a united front.
Marching in a common band
Symbolizes people marching together, playing songs that represent their shared identity.
Playing songs of home, playing songs of peace
The songs played are about home and peace, representing universal themes.
They're the songs of every man
These songs belong to every person, emphasizing a shared human experience.
God is watching us, God is watching us
God is portrayed as an observer, watching over humanity from a distance.
God is watching us from a distance
God's distant perspective is a reminder of divine oversight and guidance.
From a distance you look like my friend
Despite being at war, the distant view suggests that everyone is fundamentally alike.
Even though we are at war
Even in conflict, there is a shared humanity that transcends differences.
From a distance I can't comprehend
From a distance, the speaker struggles to understand the purpose and meaning behind the ongoing war.
What all this war is for
The confusion about the war deepens when viewed from a distance.
From a distance there is harmony
Reiterates the theme of harmony echoing through the land from a distant perspective.
And it echoes through the land
This harmony is described as the hope of hopes, symbolizing a collective yearning for a better future.
It's the hope of hopes, it's the love of loves
It represents the highest form of hope and the deepest expression of love.
It's the heart of every man
It resides at the core of every individual, reflecting a universal longing for a better world.
It's the hope of hopes, It's the love of loves
Repeats the idea of hope and love as central to every person's existence.
It's the song of every man
Summarizes the essence of the song, portraying the collective song of humanity.
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