Kindness
Embracing the Gospel of Kindness: Oliver Wood's Uplifting Anthem
Lyrics
I know a man and he's always smilin'
The speaker knows a man who consistently wears a smile.
I know a man and he's always smilin'
Reiteration of the previous line, emphasizing the man's perpetual smile.
looks so easy he could be flyin'
Describes the man's demeanor as appearing effortless and almost as if he's flying.
I know a man and he's always smilin'
Similar to lines 1 and 2, reinforcing the man's constant smiling.
I said how do you do it you must lean into it
The speaker questions the man about his secret to maintaining a perpetual smile.
is that smile for real is that just how you feel
The speaker wonders if the man's smile is genuine or just a facade, questioning his true feelings.
and how do I find this way that you're livin'
The speaker seeks guidance on adopting the man's positive way of living.
kindness
Introduces the theme of kindness as a central concept.
kindness is my religion
Declares kindness as the speaker's religion, emphasizing its significance.
kindness
Reiteration of the importance of kindness as a guiding principle.
kindness is my religion
Emphasizes once again that kindness is the speaker's religion.
he never talks down and doesn't talk up
Describes the man's communication style – he neither talks down nor boasts.
he never talks down and he doesn't talk up
Restates the man's communication style without talking down or boasting.
he needs no weapon his weapon is love
Highlights that the man's strength lies in love, not in possessing weapons.
he never talks down and he doesn't talk up
Reiterates the man's communication style, emphasizing his reliance on love.
I said how do you do it do you lean into it
The speaker seeks to understand the man's approach, asking if he leans into it (kindness).
is that talking for real is that just how you feel
Questions the sincerity of the man's talk and explores his genuine feelings.
blows my mind this love that you're givin'
Expresses amazement at the profound love demonstrated by the man.
kindness
Reiterates kindness as the central theme and the speaker's guiding principle.
kindness is my religion
Declares kindness as the speaker's religion, emphasizing its importance.
kindness
Reiteration of the importance of kindness as a guiding principle.
kindness is my religion
Emphasizes once again that kindness is the speaker's religion.
I know a man and he's always smilin'
Recalls the man previously mentioned and his constant smile.
I know a man and he's always smilin'
Reiteration of the man's perpetual smile.
he said once I was wishin'
Shares a statement from the man about a past wish for improvement.
for a better condition
Describes the man's past desire for better circumstances.
it was pure intuition
Attributes the man's decision to intuition, suggesting it was a natural and easy choice.
what an easy decision
Highlights the man's decision as a simple and wise resolution.
a cure for division
Expresses the idea that the man's choice brings about unity and healing.
who could deny this lovin' position
Stresses the undeniable positive impact of the man's loving stance.
c'mon and try this good old tradition of
Encourages others to embrace the tradition of kindness.
kindness
Reiterates kindness as the central theme and the speaker's guiding principle.
kindness is my religion
Declares kindness as the speaker's religion, reinforcing its significance.
kindness
Reiteration of the importance of kindness as a guiding principle.
kindness is my religion
Emphasizes once again that kindness is the speaker's religion.
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