The Booth Brothers - Over The Moon Lyrics
Lyrics
Moonbeams shining, keeps reminding
Of the trip that I'll be taking soon.
Nothing binding; I am pining
For the journey that will take me over the moon.
I'm sailing soon, above the moon
And fl ying through the heaven's blue
And too, I'm hoping you decide to choose
And sail the Milky Way with me
And ride at Jesus' side
Naught can be tied
I'm satisfi ed
And now I'm longing and I'm hoping
I have no time for moping
For I will soon be fl oating
Away above the moon.
For I will soon be fl oating
Away above the moon.
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The Booth Brothers Quartet -Over The Moon
Meaning & Inspiration
On August 23, 2012, The Booth Brothers released "Over The Moon," a profound musical journey that transcends mere melody to offer a vibrant tapestry of spiritual longing and triumphant anticipation. This song immediately immerses the spirit in a contemplation of eternity, weaving a narrative deeply rooted in the Christian hope of a heavenly home. It's a testament to a future brighter than any earthly experience, a joyful declaration of faith in what awaits beyond this present life.
The core meaning of "Over The Moon" resides in its poetic yet direct articulation of the believer's yearning for heaven and the glorious presence of Jesus. The lyrics speak of a "trip that I'll be taking soon," a clear allusion to the departure from this mortal coil, not with dread, but with an eager expectation. This "journey that will take me over the moon" serves as a beautiful metaphor for ascension to glory, a place far removed from earthly concerns and limitations. It's a deep longing, a "pining" not for an unknown void, but for the certain promise of eternal life, a hope that anchors the soul in turbulent times. The repeated imagery of "sailing soon, above the moon and flying through the heaven's blue" reinforces this sense of an imminent and blissful transition, depicting the afterlife not as a distant, abstract concept but as a tangible, joyful flight into divine splendor.
Analyzing the message further, the song masterfully unpacks the liberating power of this future hope. The lines "Nothing binding; I am pining" and "Naught can be tied, I'm satisfied" speak volumes about the Christian's release from the chains of earthly attachments and anxieties. This resonates deeply with Scripture, particularly Colossians 3:1-2, which urges believers to "set your minds on things above, not on things on earth." The satisfaction expressed here is not born of worldly achievement but from the assurance of God's eternal plan, a contentment found in surrendering all to Christ. Philippians 1:21 echoes this sentiment, where Paul declares, "For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain." The song captures this profound shift in perspective, where the end of earthly life is viewed not as a loss, but as the ultimate gain—a direct entry into the presence of the Savior.
Perhaps the most inspiring element of "Over The Moon" is its inclusive invitation. The singer expresses, "I'm hoping you decide to choose and sail the Milky Way with me and ride at Jesus' side." This is more than just a personal declaration; it's a tender evangelistic plea, extended to anyone seeking the same peace and assurance. It mirrors the gracious invitation of Jesus Himself in Matthew 11:28, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." The vision of "riding at Jesus' side" paints a vivid picture of intimate fellowship and secure companionship in eternity, a truth profoundly comforting and central to Christian faith. John 14:3 promises, "And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also," reinforcing the blessed prospect of being forever with the Lord.
The closing lines reinforce the absolute certainty and joy that define this heavenly anticipation: "And now I'm longing and I'm hoping, I have no time for moping, For I will soon be floating away above the moon." This dismissal of "moping"—of sorrow or despair—in favor of joyful expectation powerfully illustrates the living hope mentioned in 1 Peter 1:3-4, which speaks of "an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you." The Booth Brothers, through "Over The Moon," do not just sing about heaven; they invite the soul to taste its joy, to anticipate its freedom, and to embrace the ultimate destination where every longing is met in the embrace of Christ. It's a compelling spiritual anthem that not only strengthens personal faith but also extends a compelling call to experience the unending wonder of eternity with Jesus.