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Say Hallelujah

Tracy Chapman

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Say Hallelujah

in AlbumLet It Rain

Say Hallelujah

Say Hallelujah

Throw up your hands

The bucket is kicked

The body is gone

Close your eyes

And bow your head

To rest your soul

And to praise the dead

Say Hallelujah

Throw up your hands

The bucket is kicked

The body is gone

Dry your eyes

And stand upright

Put a smile on your face

He wouldn't want us to cry

The sun will rise

The stars will shine

Turning day to dusk

And night to dawn

We'll pass on

But until that time

Say Hallelujah

Hallelujah

Say Hallelujah

Hallelujah

Say Hallelujah

Throw up your hands

The bucket is kicked

The body is gone

Have mercy

It's a wonderful life

Eternal rest for the weary

Mourners party tonight

Say Hallelujah

Throw up your hands

The bucket is kicked

The body is gone

Wave your hands

But don't say goodbye

We're all gonna meet you

On the other side

LanguageEnglish
Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

Say Hallelujah by Tracy Chapman is a soulful and reflective song that urges listeners to find hope and give thanks despite difficult circumstances. The song speaks to survival, gratitude, and the power of resilience. Key themes include overcoming hardship, celebrating life's small victories, and the importance of maintaining a hopeful outlook. The repeated invocation to 'Say Hallelujah' serves as a reminder to express gratitude and acknowledge the positive, even in the face of adversity. Poignant moments in the song include the recognition of life's struggles and the encouragement to persevere regardless of the challenges faced.

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