This is one of my tunes that the was completed as a demo by Unplugged Demo Service.
Lyrics
KEEP THE LIGHT-A-BURNING
Life’s a rocky road
Just for a short time
One fine morning
We will all cross that line
He's prepared a place for us
And soon shall come again
When our time is over
We will be with him
CHORUS
If I get there before you
Promise not to cry
For I will keep the light-a-burning
In our mansion way up high
Days go so fast
As we’re just passing through
Our body’s wearing out
But we’ll get one brand new
No canes or wheelchairs
No sickness or death
Our new life will begin
When we take our last breath
CHORUS
If I get there before you
Promise not to cry
For I will keep the light-a-burning
In our mansion way up high
There’s a better time a coming
Just like a speeding train
Let's all get on board
And ride it to the end
Destination’s heaven
So relax enjoy the ride
Saint Peter takes your name
Then welcomes you inside.
CHORUS
If I get there before you
Promise not to cry
For I will keep the light-A-BURNING
In our mansion way up high
(modulate G to A)
We’ll see our friends and family
Who long ago have gone
Mothers and fathers
Daughters and sons
Hand in hand, rejoicing
In praising and song
The body is weak
But the spirit is strong
CHORUS
If I get there before you
Promise not to cry
For I will keep the light-a-burning
In our mansion way up high
For I will keep the light-a-burning
In our mansion way up high