"Everlasting Arms” is a riff on the hymn “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms.”, which is covered by artists from multiple genres. On Grantland, Steven Hyden pointed out the inclusion of “Dies Irae,” which – quelle surprise! – is about the Day of Judgment! (R. Kelly also calls out to “everlasting arms” on “I Believe I Can Fly.”) Translation of “Dies Irae” below: The day of wrath, that day Will dissolve the world in ashes As foretold by David and the Sibyl!

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