LYRICS - NOT SO FAR APART
℗ © 2023 Paula C Snyder (lyrics/music/sound recording) ASCAP
Published on "Sing Me - 3 Ways" Digital Album
Available in Vocal, Instrumental, & Karaoke Versions 
Sample "Not So Far Apart"
The Story: I wrote the lyrics to this song around the 9-11-2001 terrorist attacks. The lyrics address differing religious beliefs, as they are often a cause of war and terror. There are many times that differences separate us. What if we consider the similarities and what we wish for ourselves, our families, our communities? I believe we all do have the same needs and desires. We are not so far apart! How do we sustain our beliefs, needs, and desires without infringing on those of others? Let's focus on co-existing and building community as human beings. "Peace on Earth, goodwill to all mankind,Shalom..."
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I light eight candles. You light the Christmas tree.
Blazes brightly glowing for all the world to see.
We may be different, but not so far apart.
Peace on earth. Goodwill to men. Shalom!
Blue & white, my colors. Yours green, red, & gold.
Rainbows of colors for everyone we're told.
When we dream what we dream and can feel what's in our hearts
Peace on earth. Goodwill to men. Shalom!
(BRIDGE) One day we hope our differences won't be cause to fight
One day we hope that one of us won't need to be right.
One day we hope the sun sets towards a peaceful night.
One day we hope that we all will see the light…
One god is my savior. For you, the Holy Son.
And someone else may not believe in either one.
We all may be different, but not so far apart.
Peace on earth. Goodwill to men. Shalom!
(INSTRUMENTAL)
(BRIDGE) One day we hope our differences won't be cause to fight
One day we hope that one of us won't need to be right.
One day we hope the sun sets towards a peaceful night.
One day we hope that we all will see the light…
For if you dream with me We soon will see the day
What does it matter if or to a god we pray?
All of us want to feel safe & sure at home
Peace on earth. Goodwill to men. Shalom!
Peace on earth. Goodwill to all mankind. Shalom!
