Going Back
Queen Lyrics

I think I'm going back
The singer is planning to return to his youth and what he learned then.

To the things I learnt so well in my youth
He is returning to the things he learned as a child, which he believes are important.

I think I'm returning to
The singer is considering the possibility of returning to his roots, his childhood.

Those days when I was young enough to know the truth
The singer believes that, in his youth, he was able to see things more clearly and truthfully.

Now, there are no games
The singer feels that life is now serious and there is no room for frivolous activities.

To only pass the time
He feels that he can no longer engage in activities just to kill time.

No more colouring books
The singer feels that he can no longer do things that were once enjoyable, but now seem childish.

No Christmas bells to chime
He feels that he has lost the sense of wonder and magic he once had during Christmas time.

But thinking young and growing older is no sin
The singer realizes that it's okay to mature, but still maintain a youthful mindset.

And I can't play the game of life to win
He no longer feels the need to compete or strive for success in life.

I can recall a time
He remembers a specific time in his life.

When I wasn't ashamed to reach out to a friend
The singer recalls a time when he was comfortable asking for help and support from his friends.

And, now, I think I've got
He feels that he has acquired something valuable in his life.

A lot more than just my toys to lend
The singer has more to offer than just material possessions.

Now there's more to do
He feels that there are now more activities available to him.

Than watch my sailboat glide
He no longer wants to watch his life pass by without actively participating in it.

And every day can be
The singer believes that every day has the potential to be meaningful.

My magic carpet ride
He feels that life has become exciting and full of possibilities.

And I can play hide and seek with my fears
He feels confident and believes he can now confront his fears and overcome them.

And live my days instead of counting my years
The singer wants to live in the moment instead of constantly worrying about getting older.

Then everyone debates
He feels that everyone is constantly discussing and arguing about the reality of life.

The true reality
The singer questions what the true reality of life really is.

I'd rather see the world
He would prefer to see the world differently.

The way it used to be
He wants to see the world as he saw it when he was younger.

A little bit of freedom's all we lack
The singer feels that people are missing out on the freedom they once had.

So catch me if you can
He is ready to go back and experience life the way he once did.

I'm going back
The singer is determined to return to his youth and the way he lived then.