Lyrics
When they plant me like a seed in the ground
Anticipation of burial, using the metaphor of planting like a seed in the ground.
In silent sleep beneath some mossy mound
Describing the peaceful rest beneath the earth's surface, covered by moss.
I'll be like a rose just waitin' for the spring
Comparing oneself to a rose, symbolizing awaiting rebirth or resurrection in spring.
'Cause I'm a gonna rise up, rise up, shout and sing
Expressing eagerness for a future resurrection, marked by rising, shouting, and singing.
'Cause there ain't no grave gonna hold my body down
Asserting confidence that death cannot permanently confine the body.
When I hear, I hear that trumpet sound
Expectation of a trumpet sound signaling a spiritual event.
I know I've been a dyin' since the day that I was born
Acknowledging a continuous process of spiritual dying since birth.
But now I'm living for that resurrection morn'
Living with purpose in anticipation of a future resurrection.
When King Jesus calls his children home
Reference to a future moment when believers are called to a spiritual home by King Jesus.
When King Jesus calls his children home
Repetition emphasizing the importance of the mentioned divine call.
I'm a gonna wear my snow white gown
Envisioning dressing in purity and righteousness for the divine gathering.
I'm gonna put on a starry crown
Anticipation of receiving a celestial reward symbolized by a starry crown.
When King Jesus calls his children home
Reiteration of the divine call and the believers' response.
Like a bird in a cage that's been set free
Metaphor of a liberated bird singing, expressing the freedom of the soul.
My soul will sing throughout eternity
Declaration that the soul will continue to sing for eternity.
I'll shed this mortal shell, oh, let ol' Satan stay in hell
Expressing the shedding of the physical body and a disdain for evil (Satan).
I'll see glory that no human tongue can tell
Anticipation of experiencing indescribable glory beyond human comprehension.
(Repeat Chorus)
Repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the central theme.
Ye know not the hour
Reminder of uncertainty regarding the divine call's timing.
Ye know not the day
Emphasizing the need for humility and readiness for the divine call.
So, be humble, my children
Encouragement for humility and vigilance through watching and praying.
Hide and watch and pray
Reiteration of the call to be watchful and prayerful in anticipation of the divine event.
(Repeat Chorus)
Repetition of the chorus, reinforcing the central message.
(Repeat Chorus)
Final repetition of the chorus for emphasis and conclusion.
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