Flight 505
The Rolling Stones Lyrics
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I got everything I need
Happy bein' on my own
Just living the life I lead
Well, suddenly it dawned on me
That this was not my life
So I just phoned the airline girl
And said, "Get me on flight number 505
Get me on flight number 505"
Well, I confirmed my reservation
Then I hopped a cab
No idea of my destination
And feeling pretty bad
With my suitcase in my hand
In my head, my new life
So then I told the airline girl
"Well, get me on flight number 505
Get me on flight number 505"
Alright
Well, I sat right there in my seat
Well, feeling like a king
With the whole world right at my feet
"Of course I'll have a drink"
Well, suddenly I saw
That we never ever would arrive
He put the plane down in the sea
The end of flight number 505
The end of flight number 505
Alright
Whew, they put the plane down in the sea
The end of flight number 505
The end of flight number 505
The Rolling Stones' "Flight 505" is a song about a man who suddenly realizes he's unhappy with his life, and decides to take a chance by getting on a plane to an unknown destination. The song's opening lines establish that the singer was formerly content in his life at home, living independently and not needing anyone else to be happy. However, something causes him to reassess his life, and he calls an airline to book a flight (number 505) to an unknown destination, seeking adventure and new experiences.
The lyrics illustrate the singer's uncertainty and unease as he sets off on this new journey. He has no idea where he's going or what he'll find when he gets there. He feels anxious and unsure in the cab to the airport, and even as he sits in his airplane seat feeling like a king, he can't shake the feeling that this new life may not be what he hoped for. The song's final lines reveal that his journey ultimately ends in disaster, with the plane crashing into the sea and the singer's fate left unclear.
Overall, "Flight 505" speaks to the human desire for adventure and exploration, but also underscores the risks and uncertainty inherent in venturing into the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, I was happy here at home
The singer was content and satisfied with their current home life.
I got everything I need
The singer had all the necessary possessions and resources to live comfortably.
Happy bein' on my own
The singer enjoyed living an independent life without the need for companionship.
Just living the life I lead
The artist was leading a life according to their own preferences and desires.
Well, suddenly it dawned on me
The artist experienced a sudden realization or revelation.
That this was not my life
The singer discovered that their current lifestyle was not fulfilling or satisfying.
So I just phoned the airline girl
The singer called the airline company to arrange a flight for a new adventure.
And said, "Get me on flight number 505
The artist requested a specific flight number for their travel.
Well, I confirmed my reservation
The artist secured their booking for the flight.
Then I hopped a cab
The artist took a taxi to go to the airport.
No idea of my destination
The singer was uncertain of where they would end up after taking the flight.
And feeling pretty bad
The artist was experiencing negative emotions or discomfort.
With my suitcase in my hand
The singer carried their luggage or possessions with them.
In my head, my new life
The singer envisioned a fresh start or a new chapter in their life.
So then I told the airline girl
The singer communicated with the representative of the airline company again.
"Well, get me on flight number 505
The artist reiterated their request to be on flight 505.
Alright
An exclamation to indicate excitement or agreement.
Well, I sat right there in my seat
The singer settled into their airplane seat.
Well, feeling like a king
The singer was confident and content with their decision.
With the whole world right at my feet
The artist had a sense of control and opportunity.
"Of course I'll have a drink"
The artist made a casual decision to indulge themselves.
Well, suddenly I saw
The artist noticed something unexpected.
That we never ever would arrive
The singer realized that they would not reach their intended destination.
He put the plane down in the sea
The pilot made an emergency landing of the plane in the ocean.
The end of flight number 505
The singer's journey on flight 505 came to a sudden stop.
The end of flight number 505
A repeating of the previous line to emphasize the end of the journey.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Abkco Music Inc.
Written by: Keith Richards, Mick Jagger
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"Flight 505"
Well, I was happy here at home
I got everything I need.
Happy bein' on my own
Just living the life I lead.
Well, suddenly it dawned on me
That this was not my life.
So I just phoned the airline girl
And said, "Get me on flight number 505,
Get me on flight number 505."
Well, I confirmed my reservation.
Then I hopped a cab.
No idea of my destination
And feeling pretty bad.
With my suitcase in my hand.
In my head, my new life.
So then I told the airline girl
"Well, get me on flight number 505,
Get me on flight number 505."
Alright.
Well, I sat right there in my seat.
Well, feeling like a king.
With the whole world right at my feet.
"Of course I'll have a drink!"
Well, suddenly I saw
That we never ever would arrive.
He put the plane down in the sea.
The end of flight number 505.
The end of flight number 505.
Alright.
Whew, they put the plane down in the sea.
The end of flight number 505.
The end of flight number 505.
rockonallnight
The Stones proved that even early on in their career that they could weave together similarly clever and imaginative lyrics in their own songs just as their idol Chuck Berry did in his. And this song is definitely influenced by Berry both musically and lyrically.
John Dooley
Better Believe it . They did many different styles for so long .
ROCKLAND TAYLOR
GREATEST ROCK AND ROLL IN THE WORLD
Maxim Popov
Pure Masterpiece 💙 Brilliant Poetry and Awesome Guitar Riff ❤️
Keith Philo
From Ian Stewart's intro to the end this is the best of British Blues, so good.
G the G
Great song. Love the laid back vibe.
joseph lemko
I never tire of this amazing song.
Frank Theo
All of the music by the Rolling Stones have a catchy intro to them and they always follow through into a great song. Ian Stuarts piano starts off booging to an eerie burlesque western saloon thing and then the song jumps out at you along with Bill Wyman's bass grunting out notes throughout the enter tune. Flight 505 - Room For On More Honey !
Maxim Popov
Always loved this proto-punk masterpiece 💙
Kevin Metzger
Ah, the one and only Rolling Stones. Iconic as it gets.