Benson Arizona
John Yager Lyrics
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But I see only one
When I think I'm over you
I find I've just begun
The years move faster than the days
There's no warmth in the light
How I miss those desert skies
Your cool touch in the night
Benson, Arizona, the warm wind through your hair
My body plies the galaxy, my heart longs to be there
Benson, Arizona, the same stars in the sky
But they seemed so much kinder when we watched them, you and I
Benson, Arizona, the warm wind through your hair
My body plies the galaxy, my heart longs to be there
Benson, Arizona, the same stars in the sky
But they seemed so much kinder when we watched them, you and I
Now the years pull us apart
I'm young and now you're old
But you're still in my heart
And the memory won't grow cold
I dream of times and spaces
I left far behind
Where we spent our last few days
Benson's on my mind
Benson, Arizona, the warm wind through your hair
My body plies the galaxy, my heart longs to be there
Benson, Arizona, the same stars in the sky
But they seemed so much kinder when we watched them, you and I
The song "Benson Arizona" by John Yager is a nostalgic and wistful tune about the memory of a lost love. The singer describes how he feels as though he has moved on, but in reality, he has not. He reminisces about the past, but at the same time, he is aware that he cannot go back there. The lyrics "A million suns shine down, but I see only one" reflects the singer's belief that even though the world may seem bright and full of opportunities, the love he shared in Benson Arizona still shines the brightest. The affection he had for his love is so strong that years after, he still yearns for the same feeling.
The song also alludes to the beauty of Benson Arizona, taking the listener on a journey through tranquil desert skies, warm soothing winds, and the endless universe above. The line "My body plies the galaxy, my heart longs to be there" showcases the connection the singer had with his love in Benson Arizona. It is a place where they watched the same stars in the sky and were lost in each other's arms.
Overall, the song is about reminiscing and longing for the past, while being aware that it's something that cannot be regained. It is a beautiful tribute to that special place and time, as well as the love that was shared there, making it a timeless classic.
Line by Line Meaning
A million suns shine down
There may be a lot of light, but only one person shines brighter than the rest.
But I see only one
Despite other sources of light, the person he's thinking of outshines the rest.
When I think I'm over you
He believed he had moved on from his love, but was proven wrong.
I find I've just begun
He's only starting to realize how he has not moved on.
The years move faster than the days
Time seems to pass by so quickly.
There's no warmth in the light
The light doesn't bring him happiness or comfort.
How I miss those desert skies
He misses where he was with his loved one and the location itself.
Your cool touch in the night
His loved one brought him warmth and comfort in the darker times.
Benson, Arizona, the warm wind through your hair
The lyricist is entranced not just by Benson, but by his loved one's movements themselves.
My body plies the galaxy, my heart longs to be there
He wishes he could travel and be with his loved one again.
Benson, Arizona, the same stars in the sky
The stars remain the same even if time has passed.
But they seemed so much kinder when we watched them, you and I
They were kinder because it was in the company of his loved one.
Now the years pull us apart
Time has distanced them from each other.
I'm young and now you're old
He has aged differently than his loved one.
But you're still in my heart
His love for his loved one still persists.
And the memory won't grow cold
The memories of their love remain and will not be forgotten.
I dream of times and spaces
He reminisces about his past moments with his loved one.
I left far behind
He has moved on from where he was with his loved one.
Where we spent our last few days
He remembers where they last saw each other.
Benson's on my mind
He cannot escape the memories of Benson and his loved one's time there.
Contributed by Adalyn Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@wbeaty
The lost 3rd stanza:
Now the seasons flick on by
like seconds on this ship.
An' I take another pull
from the flask that's at my hip.
The mighta-beens and the never-weres
can drive a man insane.
So-I think I'll stay out in the Void
'cause Benson's not the same.
@usxxgrant
Thank you. I've been looking so long for a version of this that actually has volume.
@korpienmahtijullit7508
Country, by far the best music genre to be used in a scifi film. Epic tune, thank you for the upload.
@Jazz-dc6tf
yes. country, but also johann strauss will do :)
@365Ishron
don't know what it is but, absolutely.
@fdam74
My father grew up in and near Benson, AZ, a town known mainly for its railroad, the Horseshoe CafĆ©, and a Dairy Queen that was closed during the "cold, cold" winters. š Growing up, I spent many summers there and in nearby St. David. I was amazed when I heard the intro to "Dark Star," a movie that just happened to air to a disinterested audience in my living room several months ago. I've been listening to this song on occasion ever since....
@emsleywyatt3400
I've never been to Benson, however I have stood on a corner in Winslow, Arizona.
@Metor153
I found this song after watching Dark Star after watching Jodorowsky's Dune after reading Herbert's Dune after watching David Lynch's Dune. The Internet is a wonderful thing.
@urban69ljf
I agree that the internet is a good platform to relive ones good times..................
@jimcat68
Even though it's years old, this is the best thing I've seen on the Internet today.
@BaronVonYolo
You forgot Dune II from Westwood Games which at last brought me to the movie š¤š