“Let the Day Begin” is the title track and lead single from the American rock band The Call’s 1989 album of the same name. Written by lead singer Michael Been, the song serves as a tribute to his father’s belief in music as a tool for breaking down barriers and is dedicated to his father’s legacy. The anthem salutes working-class figures—including teachers, preachers, and lovers—and combines the “anger of punk” with a refusal of nihilism.
The song is widely recognized for its Biblical themes and Christian undertones, with lyrics referencing Jesus’ 40 days in the wilderness and expressing unwavering faith amidst life’s trials. Despite being a secular rock band, Been sent the Apostles Creed to Christian radio programmers to affirm his personal faith, which helped the track gain traction in that market.
[Verse 1]
Here’s to the babies in a brand new world
Here’s to the beauty of the stars
Here’s to the travelers on the open road
Here’s to the dreamers in the bars
Here’s to the teachers in the crowded rooms
Here’s to the workers in the fields
Here’s to the preachers of the sacred words
Here’s to the drivers at the wheel
[Chorus]
Here’s to you, my little loves
With blessings from above
Now let the day begin
Here’s to you, my little loves
With blessings from above
Now let the day begin, let the day begin
[Verse 2]
Here’s to the winners of the human race
Here’s to the losers in the game
Here’s to the soldiers of the bitter war
Here’s to the wall that bears their names
[Chorus]
Here’s to you, my little loves
With blessings from above
Now let the day begin
Here’s to you, my little loves
With blessings from above
Let the day begin, let the day begin
Let the day start
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[Post-Chorus]
Hey!
[Guitar Solo]
[Verse 3]
Here’s to the doctors and their healing work
Here’s to the loved ones in their care
Here’s to the strangers on the streets tonight
Here’s to the lonely everywhere
Here’s to the wisdom from the mouths of babes
Here’s to the lions in the cage
Here’s to the struggles of the silent poor
Here’s to the closing of the age
[Chorus]
Here’s to you, my little loves
With blessings from above
Now let the day begin
Oh, here’s to you, my little loves
With blessings from above
Let the day begin
Here’s to you, my little loves
With blessings from above
Let the day begin
Here’s to you, my little loves
With blessings from above
Now let the day begin, let the day begin
Let the day start
