Notre Dame
Journey Through Time: Reflections in Stone and Song
Lyrics
Stained glass histories
Reflecting on historical events and stories represented through stained glass.
Stone colored memories
Recalling memories that are as enduring and solid as stone.
How far we go
Contemplating the extent of our journey in life.
How far we can see
Reflecting on the limitations of our perception and vision.
A priest composes liturgies
Depicting a priest creating religious rituals and practices.
While a wimpled nun rolls down her sleeves
Describing a nun adjusting her attire, possibly symbolizing dedication to a religious life.
How much we know
Questioning the depth of human knowledge.
How high we can be
Exploring the potential heights of human achievement.
I've seen a million faces
Expressing the experience of encountering numerous individuals.
And I've sang a million songs
Narrating the act of singing a multitude of songs.
To these stone carved places in the walls
Referencing the singer's performance in significant, enduring locations.
With tired eyes that keep on looking home
Describing the fatigue of eyes that persistently seek a sense of belonging or home.
I've seen a million faces
Reiterating the experience of encountering a vast number of faces.
And I've sang a million songs
Emphasizing the continuity of singing countless songs.
But these songs go on and on
Acknowledging the perpetual nature of the songs performed.
Oh these songs go on and on
Highlighting the enduring quality of the songs.
I hear an angel speak to me
Portraying a divine or ethereal communication with an angel.
Whisper a prayer or melody
Describing the angel's communication through prayer or melody.
No eye has seen
Emphasizing the unseen nature of certain experiences.
No hearer believes
Highlighting the disbelief that can accompany extraordinary revelations.
I'm an old man now it seems
Reflecting on the aging process and the wisdom that comes with it.
The boards on this old ship creak
Noting the creaking sounds of an aged ship, possibly symbolizing the passage of time.
And our lives we throw
Expressing a willingness to let go of one's life in a peaceful manner.
To sink in peace
Acceptance of life's conclusion and transition into peace.
I've seen a million faces
Reiterating the vastness of experiences with countless faces.
And I've sang a million songs
Continuation of singing songs in significant locations.
To these stone carved places in the walls
Connecting songs to lasting imprints on stone surfaces.
With tired eyes that keep on looking home
Reiterating the weariness of eyes searching for a sense of belonging.
I've seen a million faces
Emphasizing the repetition of encountering numerous faces.
And I've sang a million songs
Continuation of singing an extensive number of songs.
But these songs go on and on
Acknowledging the enduring nature of the sung songs.
Oh these songs go on and on
Reinforcing the idea that these songs persist indefinitely.
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