About the song
Let me introduce you to the poignant and thought-provoking melody of “Where Have All the Flowers Gone” by Peter, Paul and Mary, a timeless folk anthem that has resonated with audiences for generations.
Written by the legendary folk musician Pete Seeger, “Where Have All the Flowers Gone” first emerged in 1961 as part of Peter, Paul and Mary’s self-titled debut album. From its inception, this hauntingly beautiful song captivated listeners with its poignant lyrics and evocative melody.
Upon its release, “Where Have All the Flowers Gone” quickly ascended the music charts, reaching the top 40 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Its powerful message of peace and reflection struck a chord with audiences amidst the backdrop of the turbulent 1960s, earning it widespread acclaim and solidifying its status as an anthem for social change.
Beyond its chart success, “Where Have All the Flowers Gone” became a rallying cry for the anti-war movement and a symbol of hope for a better tomorrow. Its timeless appeal has seen it covered by numerous artists and featured in films, television shows, and documentaries, ensuring its place in the annals of music history.
Decades after its release, “Where Have All the Flowers Gone” continues to inspire and move audiences, its profound message resonating as strongly as ever. So, whether you’re revisiting this classic or discovering it for the first time, prepare to be moved by the timeless beauty of “Where Have All the Flowers Gone” by Peter, Paul and Mary.
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Lyrics
Where have all the flowers gone?
Long time passing
Where have all the flowers gone?
Long time ago
Where have all the flowers gone?
Young girls have picked them every one
Oh, when will they ever learn?
Oh, when will they ever learn?
Where have all the young girls gone?
Long time passing
Where have all the young girls gone?
Long time ago
Where have all the young girls gone?
Gone for husbands every one
Oh, when will they ever learn?
Oh, when will they ever learn?
Where have all the husbands gone?
Long time passing
Where have all the husbands gone?
Long time ago
Where have all the husbands gone?
Gone for soldiers every one
Oh, when will they ever learn?
Oh, when will they ever learn?
Where have all the soldiers gone?
Long time passing
Where have all the soldiers gone?
Long time ago
Where have all the soldiers gone?
Gone to graveyards every one
Oh, when will they ever learn?
Oh, when will they ever learn?
Where have all the graveyards gone?
Long time passing
Where have all the graveyards gone?
Long time ago
Where have all the graveyards gone?
Gone to flowers everyone
Oh, when will they ever learn?
Oh, when will they ever learn?
Where have all the flowers gone?
Long time passing
Where have all the flowers gone?
Long time ago
Where have all the flowers gone?
Young girls have picked them every one
Oh, when will they ever learn?
Oh, when will they ever learn?