About The Song
The title, “Heaven Bound (I’m Ready),” itself conveys a sense of anticipation and acceptance. It’s not a song of fear or dread, but rather one of hopeful expectation. The lyrics, delivered with the group’s characteristic warmth and sincerity, paint a picture of a journey towards a higher purpose, a transition from this life to the next. It’s a message that offers comfort and reassurance, particularly for those who have faced loss or are contemplating their own mortality.
What truly sets this song apart is the emotional depth conveyed by The Oak Ridge Boys. Their voices, seasoned by years of performing together, resonate with a sense of conviction and authenticity. It’s as if they’re sharing a personal testament, a declaration of their own faith and readiness for what lies ahead. This genuine emotion is what makes the song so compelling, allowing listeners to connect with the message on a deeply personal level.
Musically, “Heaven Bound (I’m Ready)” is a masterclass in tasteful arrangement. The instrumentation is understated, allowing the vocals and the message to take center stage. The harmonies, a hallmark of The Oak Ridge Boys‘ sound, are particularly effective in conveying the song’s emotional weight. It’s a musical approach that complements the lyrical content perfectly, creating a sense of reverence and contemplation.
In a world that often seems preoccupied with the fleeting and the superficial, “Heaven Bound (I’m Ready)” offers a refreshing perspective. It’s a song that encourages us to reflect on the deeper questions of life and death, to consider our own beliefs and values. The Oak Ridge Boys have given us a gift, a musical reminder of the power of faith and the hope of what lies beyond.
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Lyric
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… Aluma luma hu, aluma luma huAluma luma hu, aluma luma huAluma luma hu, aluma luma huAluma luma hu, aluma luma hu… Another day it’s the same old grindA tired body and a tired mind, yeahThe whistle blows and then I’m freeIt’s like an angel’s a-callin’ me… I’m ready (I’m ready), I’m ready (I’m ready)It’s five o’clock and I’m heaven boundI’m ready, I’m readyIt’s five o’clock and I’m heaven bound… Aluma luma hu, aluma luma huAluma luma hu, aluma luma hu… Well, I swear that this old truckIt’s like a golden chariot-it’s got aA short bed and a long loanBut it’s surely gonna take me home, and… I’m ready (I’m ready), I’m ready (I’m ready)It’s five o’clock and I’m heaven boundI’m ready, I’m readyIt’s five o’clock and I’m heaven bound… Aluma luma hu, aluma luma huAluma luma hu, aluma luma hu… Its been a long day, Lord, and I’ve worked hardBut now I’m goin’ to my final rewardIt’s your love and I just can’t waitTo be standin’ at the pearly gates, and… I’m ready (I’m ready), I’m ready (I’m ready)It’s five o’clock and I’m heaven boundI’m ready, I’m readyIt’s five o’clock and I’m heaven bound… Well, I’m gonna leave this weary work-dayworld behindWhen I look in your eyes, that heavenlylight gonna shine… Oh yeah… I’m ready (I’m ready), I’m ready (I’m ready)It’s five o’clock and I’m heaven bound, yeahI’m ready, I’m readyIt’s five o’clock and I’m heaven boundI’m ready (I’m ready), I’m ready (I’m ready)It’s five o’clock and I’m heaven bound, yeahI’m ready, yeah, I’m readyIt’s five o’clock and I’m heaven boundI’m ready, I’m readyIt’s five o’clock and I’m heaven boundI’m ready, I’m readyIt’s five o’clock and I’m heaven bound