Pearly Gates
Beyond the Gates of Reflection: Unveiling Life's Vulnerability
Lyrics
Feel the sun upon your back
Embrace the warmth and positivity in life.
Someone somewhere wants to steal it
External forces may try to take away your joy or success.
Pray each night you'll catch the thief
Hope and pray for the protection of your happiness.
But while you sleep he comes and takes it
Despite efforts, challenges can still affect your well-being while you are unaware.
Does that make you think little girl?
Reflecting on the situation, posing a question to a young girl.
Doesn't it just little boy
Response from a little boy, acknowledging the situation.
There'll be no stampede on the Pearly Gates
Assurance that there won't be a rush or chaos at the gates of heaven.
I'll say after you
Polite gesture, suggesting the other person should go first.
You'll say I don't mind the wait
The response, indicating patience and acceptance of waiting.
There'll be no stampede on those imposing doors
Reiteration that there won't be a hurried entrance at the imposing doors of heaven.
Naked and afraid,
Depiction of vulnerability, being exposed and fearful.
Cowering we crawl on all fours
Humans, in fear, are reduced to a humble and submissive state.
See the smile on her young face
Observing the innocence and joy on a young girl's face.
Watch life casually erase it
Life's harsh realities can erase the carefree happiness.
Now I know she's all grown up
Recognition that the girl has grown up, but her emotions are not fully understood.
She wears a look I can't quite place yet
The girl exhibits an expression that is puzzling or unfamiliar.
What makes you cry little girl?
Asking the girl about the reasons behind her tears.
Maybe I'm scared little boy
The boy admitting to being scared and uncertain.
There'll be no stampede on the Pearly Gates
Reassurance that there won't be chaos at the gates of heaven.
I'll say after you
Polite exchange, offering the other person to go first in the afterlife.
You'll say I don't mind the wait
Acceptance of the wait, indicating patience and tranquility.
There'll be no stampede on those imposing doors
Reiteration that there won't be a rush at the imposing doors of heaven.
Naked and afraid,
Depiction of vulnerability and fear, crawling on all fours.
Cowering we crawl on all fours
A portrayal of the humility and fragility of the human condition.
There'll be no stampede on the Pearly Gates
Reiteration that there won't be chaos at the gates of heaven.
I'll say after you
Polite exchange, expressing a willingness to wait after the other person.
You'll say I don't mind the wait
Acceptance of waiting, indicating a calm and patient attitude.
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