I Go Blind
54-40 Lyrics
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(Every time I look at you I go blind)
Every time I look at you I go blind
(Every time I look at you I go blind)
In the morning I get up
And I try to feel alive but I can't
(Every time I look at you I go blind)
I don't know what it is
Something in me just won't give it a chance
I think it's just that I feel more confused by the deal
Love has shown me
Little child, did you know that there's a light?
And it's gonna shine right through your eyes
What do you think that life is like?
Every time I look at you I go blind
I go blind, yeah
Somewhere over there
There's a purpose, there's a care for free
In me there's nobody
No one plan and no one stand to be free
I think it's that because I have seen all the fuss
And it's no big deal
No big deal
Hold me, hold me
'Cause I want to get high and higher
Higher than
Hold me, hold me
'Cause I want to get high and higher
Higher than
In 54-40's song "I Go Blind," the singer describes how every time he looks at someone he's in love with, he goes blind. The repetition of this phrase throughout the song hints at the intensity of this feeling, how love can be overwhelming and all-consuming. Despite trying to move on and feel alive, the love interest is constantly on the singer's mind, and they just can't give up on the relationship, even though they are confused.
The singer then reflects on the nature of life and the confusion that comes with it. He encourages a "little child" that there is a light that will shine through their eyes and guide them through life. This moment of reflection seems to offer some comfort to the singer, as he recognizes that everyone is confused and unsure about the world, but at least there is something to strive for.
The song then finishes with the singer yearning to get high and higher, to escape the confusion and uncertainty of life. The repetition of "hold me" suggests that perhaps love is the answer, as he searches for a connection that will transport him to a better place.
Overall, "I Go Blind" is a poignant exploration of the intensity of love and the confusion of life, showcasing the power of music to express complex emotions and experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Every time I look at you I go blind
Whenever I look at you, I lose my sense of perception and can't think straight.
In the morning I get up And I try to feel alive but I can't
Even after waking up in the morning, I still feel as if I am unable to experience things to the fullest or be truly alive.
I don't know what it is Something in me just won't give it a chance
Despite not knowing what exactly it is, there is something in me that is resisting the idea of giving love a chance.
I think it's just that I feel more confused by the deal Love has shown me
Love has presented me with a confusing situation that I am struggling to comprehend, leading me to feel conflicted about my feelings.
Little child, did you know that there's a light? And it's gonna shine right through your eyes
Addressing a younger person as a way of expressing the idea that your innocence is like a light shining in your eyes that others can see.
What do you think that life is like? Every time I look at you I go blind I go blind, yeah
Questioning what this person's view of life is like and how it affects the singer's ability to perceive the world around them.
Somewhere over there There's a purpose, there's a care for free
Over in that direction, there is something worthwhile that people can do or care about for the benefit of others without cost.
In me there's nobody No one plan and no one stand to be free
Within myself, there is no clear purpose or goal for me to strive towards in order to achieve true freedom.
I think it's that because I have seen all the fuss And it's no big deal No big deal
Having experienced all the hype surrounding love and relationships, the artist feels that it's not as significant as it's made out to be.
Hold me, hold me 'Cause I want to get high and higher Higher than Hold me, hold me 'Cause I want to get high and higher Higher than
Desiring someone to hold the artist in order to feel a sense of elation and euphoria that they cannot obtain otherwise.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Darryl Neudorf, Brad Merritt, Phil Comparelli, Neil Osborne
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@katherinehancocks283
"I think it's that because I have seen all the fuss
And it's no big deal"
YES!
Alanis Morissette said "My brother's never went blind for what they did but I may as well have."
Are they both songs about masturbation?
Great song.
@katherinehunter9526
Wow congratulations for getting this song into the Writers Hall of Fame!
Just saw Neil receive the award virtually on the Toronto morning BT .
Congrats again!
✌❤🇨🇦🎶
🇨🇦🐈
@ricksnow4662
My wife just heard this for the first time the other day, and even though she's a big Hootie fan she prefers the original.
@seanleblancdualca
This song is now 35 years old. Old, like me :) And every time I look at her I still go blind
@concars1234
Thanks for letting us know your pronouns sean
@carollawrie2414
never get tired of this song.
@chriswscott7640
See this is real music
@dmoney7784
all music is real music ya weirdo😂😂
@rdg5965
Been a fan of Hootie just from this song. Didn't know it was from 54-40 which makes it better. Canadian music is always great.
@willbunnell889
Always saw these guys as the Canadian R.E.M. ❤️🇨🇦
@chrishenderson420
That would be the Tragically Hip