When I die, do not cry
Celebrate my legendary
Do not mourn when I depart this life
Do not cringe or fear my words tonight
I will die in my old age, full of grace
Gray hairs and wrinkles telling stories of this place
My teeth may be sparse, my body worn and scaled
But my spirit will shine, I will not have failed
I'll wave at my great-grandchildren with pride
A hero departing, stepping into the light
When I die, celebrate my legendary (hallelujah)
Throw a party if you can (praise Him)
Do not cry, do not mourn, do not fear
My soul goes to God, the Maker so dear
Make hymns and play my songs for all to hear (glory)
Yes Lord, I'll depart like a mighty tree
When I die, celebrate me (amen)
My bones will return to the earth below
My flesh to the worms, the natural flow
But my soul belongs to the Lord above
Full of sparkling smiles and God's great love
I'll depart as a spark of light so bright
A warrior leaving with beautiful might
Do not sing dirges, make hymns instead
Remember my joy, not sorrow or dread
When I die, celebrate my legendary (hallelujah)
Throw a party if you can (praise Him)
Do not cry, do not mourn, do not fear
My soul goes to God, the Maker so dear
Make hymns and play my songs for all to hear (glory)
Yes Lord, I'll depart like a mighty tree
When I die, celebrate me (amen)
When I die, do not cry (thank You Jesus)
Celebrate my legendary