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Place Called Hope

By Gaither Vocal Band

1,263 views Jul 17, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Gaither Vocal Band's song 'Goin' Back to a Place Called Hope' tells the story of a prodigal son who squanders his inheritance and hits rock bottom, but then remembers the love and welcome of his father's house. The lyrics describe a journey of repentance and return, emphasizing that no matter how far one strays, there is always a road back to hope, grace, and restoration. The song draws on the biblical parable of the prodigal son, highlighting themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the unconditional love of God. It offers encouragement to anyone feeling lost or regretful, pointing to the open arms of the Father.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

Had it all one day

Threw it all away

Took my leave with no goodbye

Bought some company

Bragged how we were free

Laughed and looked death in the eye

Even far away

In a foreign place

Where the hunger gnawed my soul

Still my heart would long

For love's old sweet song

And a fire when the nights were cold


There's a road somewhere

There's an open door

There's a hill where the green grass grows

There's a family feast

Where there's joy and peace

Goin' back to a place called Hope


Fickle friends are gone

Wasted years are long

And regret can bring you low

But there's a swift embrace

There's amazing grace

There's a place where lost sons go

There's a road somewhere


There's an open door

There's a hill where the green grass grows

There's a family feast

Where there's joy and peace

Goin' back to a place called Hope

Goin' back to a place called Hope

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