The Mighty Clouds of Joy - Walk Around Heaven Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1:
One of these mornings won't be very long
You will look for me and I'll be gone
I'm going to a place where I'll have nothing, nothing to do
But just walk around, walk around heaven all day
Verse 2:
When I get to heaven I'm gonna sing and shout
Nobody will be able to put me out
My mother will be waiting
And my father, too
And we'll just walk around, walk around heaven all day
Bridge:
Dear Lord above don't you hear me praying
Walk right by my side
Hold my hand when my way gets a little cloudy
I need you, I need you to be my guide
Verse 3:
Every day will be Sunday, my Lord
Sabbath will have no end
And we'll do nothing but sing and praise Him
Then He'll say well done
And my race, my race will be won
And I'll walk around, walk around heaven all day.
Vamp:
Walk around heaven.
Ending:
I'll just walk around heaven all day.
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Mighty Clouds Of Joy - Walk Around Heaven
Meaning & Inspiration
The Mighty Clouds of Joy's "Walk Around Heaven," released in 1980 on *The Definitive Gospel Collection*, is a timeless testament to the enduring hope of eternal life and reunion with loved ones in the presence of God. This powerful gospel anthem transcends simple melody, offering a profound contemplation of our ultimate spiritual destination, drawing directly from foundational Christian beliefs. The song paints a vivid, yet understated, picture of a blissful afterlife, not as a place of idleness but as a state of perpetual, joyful communion and worship. The central message centers on the anticipation of departing this earthly realm, a concept echoed throughout Scripture. The opening verse, speaking of one's absence being noticed, resonates with passages like 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, which describes the glorious return of Christ and the gathering of believers, where those who have died in Christ will rise first. The lyrics express a desire for a place of unburdened peace, a sanctuary from the trials and labors of life, where the primary activity is simply "walk around heaven all day." This evokes the image of the New Jerusalem described in Revelation 21 and 22, a place of beauty and perfection where God dwells with His people, and the work of the flesh is no more.
The anticipation of reunion is a cornerstone of the song’s emotional weight. The singer's assurance that their mother and father will be waiting signifies a deeply human longing for connection, a longing fulfilled in the heavenly realm. This echoes the promise of a family reunited, free from the sorrows of separation that earthly life often brings. The bridge offers a raw plea for divine guidance and support during earthly struggles, invoking the familiar image of Christ as a constant companion, holding our hand through difficult times. This is a direct reflection of Jesus’ promise in Matthew 28:20, “And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age,” and the Psalmist’s cry in Psalm 23:4, "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me." The aspiration for a Sabbath that never ends, a perpetual state of praise and worship, further solidifies the song’s theological underpinnings. This aligns with the ultimate rest promised to believers, as described in Hebrews 4:9-10, which speaks of entering God's rest. The concluding declaration of a "race won" and the final, simple affirmation of "walk around heaven all day" encapsulates the ultimate victory of faith, a culmination of a life lived in devotion, leading to an eternity of joy and unhindered worship. The Mighty Clouds of Joy have crafted a song that serves as both a comforting promise and an inspiring call to faithfulness, reminding us of the glorious hope that awaits those who believe.