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High On A Hilltop
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Aug 19, 2026 updated
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Merle Haggard's "High On A Hilltop" is a country song that uses the image of a hilltop overlooking a city to express heartache and concern for a loved one lost to a reckless lifestyle. The narrator prays for forgiveness for the person, asking God to give them understanding and the strength to believe. The song blends personal longing with a plea for divine intervention, reflecting a Christian perspective on redemption and hope. It references the idea of praying together in the future, suggesting a desire for spiritual restoration and unity.
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High on a hilltop overlooking a city
I can see the bright lights as they gleam
And somewhere you're dancing in some dingy bar room
And the lure of the gay life takes the place of our dream
High on a hilltop my heart cries, Oh Lord
Forgive her she knows not the way
And give me the power to believe and some day
High on a hilltop together we'll pray
I can vision a rounder with a line so smooth
And a promise of riches for you
But you see not the danger cause you're silly with booze
And high on a hilltop I see a devil in you
[Refrain]