Imagine
Envisioning a World of Harmony: Richard Elliot's 'Imagine'
Lyrics
Imagine there's no heaven
Imagine a world without the concept of heaven, suggesting a vision of a secular or non-religious existence.
It's easy if you try
Contemplating this vision is simple if one makes an effort to do so.
No hell below us
Envision a place without the idea of hell, eliminating a realm of punishment or suffering.
Above us only sky
Above us, there is only the sky, emphasizing a vast, open space devoid of divine judgment or consequences.
Imagine all the people living for today
Picture a world where people live in the present moment, without being bound by religious expectations.
Imagine there's no countries
Envision a world without borders or nations, suggesting a unified global community.
It isn't hard to do
This vision is not difficult to imagine or conceive.
Nothing to kill or die for
In this imagined world, there is nothing worth killing or dying for, promoting peace.
And no religion too
Additionally, there is no organized religion, eliminating potential sources of conflict.
Imagine all the people living life in peace, you
Imagine people living in harmony and tranquility, emphasizing a peaceful coexistence.
You may say I'm a dreamer
The singer acknowledges that some may view this vision as idealistic or impractical.
But I'm not the only one
The singer is not alone in holding this dream, suggesting a collective desire for a better world.
I hope some day you'll join us
Expressing hope that others will share in this vision of unity and peace.
And the world will be as one
Envisioning a world where people are united, transcending divisions and conflicts.
Imagine no possessions
Imagine a world without material possessions, challenging the value placed on materialism.
I wonder if you can
Wondering if the listener can imagine such a world without personal ownership.
No need for greed or hunger
In this imagined world, there is no need for greed or hunger, promoting equality.
A brotherhood of man
Envisioning a brotherhood of man, emphasizing human unity and solidarity.
Imagine all the people sharing all the world, you
Imagine people sharing resources and living together in a harmonious global community.
You may say I'm a dreamer
Acknowledging that some may view this vision as impractical or utopian.
But I'm not the only one
Reiterating that the singer is not the only one with this dream, emphasizing a collective desire for positive change.
I hope some day you'll join us
Expressing hope that others will join in pursuing this vision of a unified world.
And the world will be as one
Anticipating a future where the world is united as one, free from divisions and conflicts.
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