Hawaii On Me
Eternal Aloha: Embracing Life's Sunset with Joe Nichols
Lyrics
Someday when I die, you're gonna cry
Somber reflection on the future, anticipating the emotional impact of the speaker's death on others.
Hopefully, I'll be up on in the sky
Expressing hope to be in a heavenly place after death, suggesting a positive afterlife.
Now, don't spent my money on a box and a hole
Advising against spending money on a traditional burial, emphasizing the distinction between the physical body and the soul.
That might be my body, but that ain't my soul
Highlighting the spiritual essence, indicating that the body is not the true essence of the person.
Put your feet in the sand, buy you a Coke
Suggesting a carefree and enjoyable attitude, encouraging simple pleasures like putting feet in the sand and having a Coke.
Raise it on up, crack a good joke
Encouraging celebration and laughter, symbolized by raising a Coke and sharing good jokes.
Dip toes in the water and ashes to sea
Symbolizing a connection with nature, possibly urging to scatter ashes in the sea.
when I die to Hawaii on me
Expressing a desire for loved ones to go to Hawaii as a way to remember and celebrate the speaker's life after their death.
Have the time of your life, go ahead blow it on out
Encouraging living life to the fullest, spending extravagantly, and having a grand celebration.
Throw a big party at a big penthouse
Suggesting a luxurious and celebratory atmosphere, possibly at a penthouse.
Over lookin' the bay of Waikiki
Specifying a location, Waikiki, enhancing the idea of a memorable celebration in a beautiful setting.
Y'all, when I die go to Hawaii on me
Reiterating the desire for loved ones to go to Hawaii as a way to honor the speaker's memory after their passing.
Put your feet in the sand, buy you a Coke
Repeating the imagery of enjoying the simple pleasures of life, like putting feet in the sand and having a Coke.
Raise it on up, crack a good joke
Reinforcing the theme of celebration, emphasizing the importance of laughter and raising a toast.
Dip toes in the water and ashes to sea
Continuing the connection with nature, suggesting a connection between life and the sea.
When I die to go Hawaii on me
Reiterating the wish for loved ones to go to Hawaii in remembrance after the speaker's death.
I made a good livin', I lived a good life
Reflecting on a fulfilling life, including achievements like a good living, great kids, and a beloved spouse.
I raised some great kids, I loved a great wife
Highlighting positive aspects of the speaker's life, reinforcing a sense of contentment and fulfillment.
So get on a plane in a first class seat
Encouraging a comfortable and luxurious journey after death, possibly referencing a first-class seat on a plane.
Y'all, when I die to go Hawaii on me
Repeating the desire for loved ones to go to Hawaii as a way of commemorating the speaker's life.
Put your feet in the sand, buy you a Coke
Reiterating the imagery of enjoying simple pleasures, like putting feet in the sand and having a Coke.
Raise it on up, crack a good joke
Emphasizing celebration and joy, symbolized by raising a Coke and sharing laughter.
Dip toes in the water and ashes to sea
Continuing the theme of a connection with nature and the sea, possibly through scattering ashes.
When I die to Hawaii on me
Repeating the wish for loved ones to go to Hawaii in remembrance after the speaker's death.
Y'all, when I die go to Hawaii on me
Reiterating the sentiment for loved ones to honor the speaker's memory by going to Hawaii.
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