Hallelujah Meaning

In English class I was instructed to find a song that was fit for a meaningful, in class analysis and to explain the meanings of the song to my classmates in an original manner. After studying the song “Hallelujah,” by the band Panic! At The Disco, I had explored the topic of admitting our mistakes, and I had learned why it’s essential that we, as sinners, are able to confess our sins and wrong doings to each other as well as those who we have hurt in the past. The song “Hallelujah” kicks off with a small intro then plunges straight into the chorus. The first few lines of the chorus are “All you sinners stand up sing hallelujah. Show praise with your body. Stand up sing hallelujah.” These first few lines are saying that we are all sinners, and when we do something wrong we need to admit it. The very first line in the chorus has alliteration with the words “sinners” and “stand.” The chorus then continues on with “And if you can’t stop shaking, lean back. Let it move right through ya.” If you are feeling guilty for what you have done, then sit down and relax. The final three lines in the chorus are “Say your prayers. Say your prayers. Say your prayers.” These three repetitive lines mean that once you take it easy that you can confess your sins, whether it is to God, the …show more content…
This stanza then says “You’ll never know if you don’t ever try again.” These last few lines say that you’ll never know who wants to be close with you if you’re heartless. Because of this you need to get over your mistakes and try again. Finally, it closes off with “So let’s try. Let’s try. Let’s try.” These three lines mean the same as the previous one, with repetition to show just how bold and powerful it