From Way Up Here
Harmony from the Heavens: A Celestial Reflection on Unity
Lyrics
From way up here the earth looks very small
From an elevated perspective, Earth appears remarkably tiny.
It's just a little ball of
Describing Earth as a small, spherical object.
Rock and sea and sand no bigger than my hand
Portraying Earth as a combination of rock, sea, and sand, emphasizing its minuscule size relative to the speaker's hand.
From way up here the earth looks very small
Reiteration of the smallness of Earth from a high vantage point, accompanied by a plea for global harmony.
They shouldn't fight at all
An appeal for an end to conflicts, suggesting that disputes are unnecessary given the planet's diminutive size.
Down there upon that little sphere
Referring to Earth as a small sphere and emphasizing the limited time inhabitants have on it.
Their time is short, a life is just a day
Highlighting the brevity of life, stating that existence on Earth is transient, akin to a day.
You think they'd find a way
Expressing surprise that people haven't found a peaceful way to coexist, given the shortness of life.
You think they'd get along
Posing the idea that people should find common ground and live harmoniously.
And fill their sunlit days with song
Suggesting that humans should engage in positive activities, such as creating music, to enrich their lives.
From way up here the earth is very small
Reiteration of Earth's small size from a distant perspective.
It's just a little ball, so small
Emphasizing the beauty and preciousness of the small Earth.
So beautiful and dear
Repeating the notion of Earth's brevity and significance.
Their time is short, a life is just a day
Reaffirming the short duration of life and expressing a desire for a better way to utilize time.
Must be a better way
Expressing hope for a more positive and constructive approach to existence.
To use the time that runs
Encouraging the effective use of time among the stars or distant celestial bodies.
Among the distant suns
Highlighting the passage of time among the various suns in the universe.
From way up here the earth is very small
Reiteration of Earth's smallness, emphasizing its beauty and precious nature.
It's just a little ball, so small
Reaffirming the small, beautiful, and dear nature of Earth.
So beautiful and dear
Concluding the song by emphasizing Earth's small and cherished status.
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