The Voice
- Moody Blues Lyrics
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I need to learn the golden rule
Won't you lay it on the line
I need to hear it just one more time
Oh, oh, won't you tell me again
Oh, oh, can you feel it?
Oh, oh, won't you tell me again, tonight
Is bounded by a world of dreams
Each and every rising sun
Is greeted by a lonely one
Oh, oh, won't you tell me again
Oh, oh, can you feel it?
Oh, oh, won't you tell me again, tonight
Tonight
'Cause out on the ocean of life my love
There's so many storms we must rise above
Can you hear the spirit calling
As it's carried across the waves?
You're already falling
It's calling you back to face the music
And the song that is coming through
You're already falling
The one that it's calling is you
Make a promise, take a vow
And trust your feelings it's easy now
Understand the voice within
And feel the change already beginning
Oh, oh, won't you tell me again
Oh, oh, can you feel it?
Oh, oh, won't you tell me again, tonight
Oh, oh, won't you tell me again
Oh, oh, can you feel it?
Oh, oh, won't you tell me again, tonight
Tonight
And how many words have I got to say?
And how many times will it be this way?
With your arms around the future
And your back up against the past
You're already falling
It's calling you on to face the music
And the song that is coming through
You're already falling
The one that it's calling is you
Each and every heart it seems
Is bounded by a world of dreams
And each and every rising sun
Is greeted by a lonely, lonely one
Won't you tell me again
Oh, oh, can you feel it?
Oh, oh, won't you tell me again, tonight
Oh, oh, won't you tell me again
Oh, oh, can you feel it?
Oh, oh, won't you tell me again, tonight
Tonight
Oh, oh, can you feel it, tonight?
Oh, oh, won't you tell me again, tonight?
The Moody Blues's The Voice is a song that talks about the human condition, the importance of education, self-awareness and understanding, the search for something meaningful, and the ultimate essence of life. In the first verse, the singer asks to be taken back to school because they need to learn the golden rule, indicating that they need to be taught about the important things in life. He's asking someone to lay it on the line, to speak openly and directly, and to provide guidance to him. He's asking for repetition, which indicates that he wants to retain the information and feels as though he hasn't heard it enough.
The second verse talks about how every heart is bounded by a world of dreams and how every rising sun is greeted by a lonely one. Which refers to how people all have their own inner struggles and that we are all fighting our own battles. The song then goes on to talk about the ocean of life and how there are so many storms we must rise above. The spirit is calling for people to face the music and the song that is coming through is the one that is calling them.
The chorus begs the question whether the listener can feel it and asks them to tell them again. It is uncertain what "it" is, but the song seems to refer to the listener's inner voice, that pushes him or her to find their true purpose in life. The song conveys that the human spirit has the power to guide people through life's challenges and that self-awareness and understanding are critical in that journey.
Line by Line Meaning
Won't you take me back to school?
I need guidance and instruction, to learn and grow
I need to learn the golden rule.
I need to understand the basic principle of treating others as I would like to be treated
Won't you lay it on the line?
Please be direct and honest with me
I need to hear it just one more time.
I need repetition and reinforcement to truly internalize and understand the message
Oh, won't you tell me again?
I need reassurance and validation that I am on the right path
Oh, can you feel it?
Can you sense the energy and emotion behind this message?
Oh, won't you tell me again tonight?
I need to hear this message as often as possible, especially when I am feeling unsure or lost
Each and every heart it seems,
Everyone is struggling with their own challenges and desires
Is bounded by a world of dreams.
We are all influenced by our hopes and wishes for the future
Each and every rising sun,
Every new day brings opportunities and challenges
Is greeted by a lonely one.
Even when we are surrounded by others, we can still feel isolated and disconnected
Cause out on the ocean of life my love.
Life is a vast and unpredictable journey, full of joys and sorrows
There a so many storms we must rise above.
We will encounter many obstacles and difficulties, but we have the strength to overcome them
Can you hear the spirit calling, as it's carried across the waves?
Can you sense the deep, intuitive part of yourself that is guiding you on this journey?
You're already falling it's calling you back to face the music.
You are already experiencing the consequences of your decisions, and it's time to take responsibility
And the song that is coming through.
The message you need to hear is becoming clearer and more urgent
My a promise take a vow.
Make a commitment to yourself and your values
And trust your feelings it easy now.
Believe in your own intuition and inner guidance
Understand The Voice within.
Connect with the deeper part of yourself that knows what is best for you
And feel a change already beginning.
You can sense that you are starting to transform and grow from this experience
And how many words have I got to say?
How many times do I need to repeat myself before you hear me?
And how many times will it be this way?
How many more challenges and struggles will you face?
With your arms around the future and your back up against the past.
You are caught between your hopes and fears for the future, and your regrets or traumas from the past
You're already falling it's calling you on to face the music.
You are already experiencing the consequences of your choices, and it's time to be accountable
And the song that is coming through.
The message is becoming louder and clearer
Won't you tell me again?
I need to hear this message repeated and reinforced
Oh, can you feel it?
Are you aware of the powerful emotions behind this message?
Oh, won't you tell me again tonight?
I need to be reminded of this message as often as possible
Each and every heart it seems,
All of us are struggling with our own challenges and desires
Is bounded by a world of dreams.
We are all influenced by our hopes and visions for our lives
Each and every rising sun,
Each new day brings opportunities and challenges
Is greeted by, a lonely, lonely one.
Even when we are surrounded by others, we can still feel disconnected and isolated
Lyrics © Fintage House Publishing
Written by: Justin Hayward
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jimmy JAM
One of the best songs ever made by anyone
Zciliya Films
I'm currently compiling a personal Top 100 and this will likely make the cut.
Michele Canham Free
It is amazing
dj M.
You got that right. If if I did make a top 100 of all time, its in....and yea, might contend for #1.
CHARLENE FEUCHTENBERGER
This is one of those songs that you cruise around to instead of going straight home when it comes on the car radio.
LighttheWay
So true. Can't recall how many times I got home while this song was playing, so I sat in the driveway, looking at the moon, turned up the volume...
Robbie White
Amazing song
Sean M
This might be my favorite song by them. I can't believe how few views it has.
Kris Grauel
It’s a beautiful song, but there are a lot of tough guys who think they are too good to listen to it. I grew up with some of them, but now they’re not so tough anymore.
Kelly Bouffard
This song is magic