Rod Stewart - Sailing (lyrics) Apr 2026

The heavy longing expressed in the lyrics ("I am dying, forever crying") represents the soul's deep eagerness to cast off the struggles of the physical world and finally find freedom by uniting with the Supreme Being. This spiritual plea is cemented in the outro with repeated cries of "Oh Lord".

I am sailing, I am sailing Home again 'cross the sea I am sailing stormy waters To be near you, to be free Rod Stewart - Sailing (Lyrics)

Below is an informative report detailing the song's official lyrics, its origins, and its lyrical meaning. 📜 Official Lyrics The heavy longing expressed in the lyrics ("I

Oh Lord, to be near you, to be free Oh Lord, to be near you, to be free ⚓ Background and Origin 📜 Official Lyrics Oh Lord, to be near

Instead, it describes humanity's spiritual odyssey through life.