Story Behind The Song
This song was written after Robert C Reynolds witnessed the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami in Thailand and witnessed 1000s of deaths. He went on to establish an award winning foundation to support over 100 tsunami children who lost their parents.
Song Description
The song was written by Robert C Reynolds, who as a beach resident of Krabi Thailand witnessed the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami. He was involved from Day 1 in the recovery efforts and founded a multi-award winning foundation to support over 100 tsunami children who lost their parents to the tsunami.
Song Length |
3:49 |
Genre |
Folk - Country, Folk - Traditional |
Tempo |
Slow (71 - 90) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
Mood |
Heartbreaking, Moving |
Subject |
Sadness, Disasters |
Similar Artists |
Jim Croce, Neil Young |
Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
The tsunami waves a-breaking
Bringing so many tears today
And when it was gone
It took my family away
My family is looking down
From the heavens above
How can I live now?
In this world without love?
Helping Hands
Carried me home
Gave me a bed
And my new clothes
Helping Hands
Soothed my soul
Healed my wounds
Made me whole
I'm left alone in this world
But people from strange lands
Came to lift me up
And help me understand
Love knows no borders
Knows no nationality
Love reaches out to all
Especially those in need
Chorus
A 1000 helping hands
Helped me stand up strong
Gave me my first smile
In so, so long
The waves a distant memory
But my children understand
The strength of love
From a 1000 helping hands
Chorus
Helping Hands
So many helping hands
Thank you all
Helping hands