Song of Nanak

This song was written by Guru Dass Singh.  Here are the lyrics and scroll down to listen to Guru Dass Singh singing it.  This song is part of the album, “Flowers in the Rain”, available through Sat Nam Europe.

1st Verse

He called Angad before him.
His voice softened as he spoke.
The time has come for that journey, to fill the longing of my soul.
I place this crown of light upon you.
Spread the name of the Lord and

Chorus

Carry the song of Nanak across the land and sea.
Spreading the love of Nanak, his words of praise unto Thee.

2nd Verse

His body lay there quietly, as the question came to be,
“Should we burn, or should we bury him?”,
Neither side found their peace.
A shower of flowers fell from heaven, bringing truth to their eyes.
His spirit rose like an eagle soaring into God’s skies.

Chorus

Carry the song of Nanak across the land and sea.
Spreading the love of Nanak, his words of praise unto Thee.

3rd Verse

Like his Guru before him, he opened eyes to the Lord.
And his eyes beamed like sunlight, piercing into their souls.
His words, they live forever, wisdom untouched by time,
And as they reach now the western lands, they bring joy to our minds.

Chorus

Carry the song of Nanak across the land and sea.
Spreading the love of Nanak, his words of praise unto Thee.

Listen to Guru Dass Singh singing this song: