Listening Man
A Band of Bees/The Bees Lyrics


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Tell me something away from trouble
And away from doubting
Tell me straight from the spirit
From the top of the mountain

Let love be the reason between me and you
As real as the morning, as fresh as the dew
If fates got a hold then it's up to you
It's a simple thing we've got to do

Just a listening man
Try to understand
Just a listening man
Do the best I can

Tell me something before I stumble
And show my weakness
Tell me right on the limewire
Fighting for progress

I can hear there's a sound that's coming through
There's a post in the ground so what we gonna do?
You can have all your dreams if you really believe
In something that's something true

Just a listening man
Trying to understand
Just a listening man
Do the best I can

Just a listening man
Try to understand
Just a listening man
Get carried through this land

Tell me something without any lies
That cover my feelings
Give me time now I understand
These lessons have meaning

Let love be the reason between me and you
As real as the morning, as fresh as the dew
If fates got a hold then it's up to you
It's a simple things we've got to do

Just a listening man
Try to understand
Just a listening man
Do the best I can

Just a listening man
Try to understand
Just a listening man
Get carried through this land

Just a listening man
Do the best I can
Just a listening man

I'm a listening man
I'm a listening man




I'm a listening man
I'm a listening man

Overall Meaning

The song "Listening Man" by A Band of Bees is a beautiful vocal and instrumental piece that speaks to the heart of a caring listener. The lyrics are a plea for honesty and openness in communication, where the singer asks the person talking to "Tell me straight from the spirit/From the top of the mountain." The need for unambiguous communication is further emphasized in the request to "Tell me something without any lies/That cover my feelings" in the last verse.


The overall message of the song is one of the importance of listening and how it can bridge gaps in understanding and bring people together. The act of listening is portrayed as essential rather than passive, making the singer a "Just a listening man/Trying to understand/Just a listening man/Do the best I can." The lyrics emphasize the need for connection and understanding, and the importance of meaningful, truthful conversation and of taking the time to truly listen to another person's point of view.


Overall, 'Listening Man' is a reflection on the power and importance of listening in effective communication, and how it can lead to love and progress. It is a song about patience, empathy, and understanding, underlining the value of good communication in any relationship or context.


Line by Line Meaning

Tell me something away from trouble
Enlighten me with words that will keep me away from any kind of difficulty.


And away from doubting
Words that will keep me away from any kind of indecision and uncertainty.


Tell me straight from the spirit
Bring me words that come from your innermost being.


From the top of the mountain
Words of wisdom and enlightenment that come from a higher perspective.


Let love be the reason between me and you
Make love the foundation of our relationship.


As real as the morning, as fresh as the dew
Make our love as pure and genuine as the start of a new day.


If fates got a hold then it's up to you
If destiny is in control, then it's up to you to make the best of it.


It's a simple thing we've got to do
All we have to do is keep our love strong and true.


Just a listening man
I am a man who is dedicated to hearing what others have to say.


Try to understand
I will do everything I can to comprehend what you are saying.


Do the best I can
I will put in my maximum effort to fully hear and comprehend what you are saying.


Tell me something before I stumble
Give me some guidance before I make a mistake.


And show my weakness
So that I don't have to make myself vulnerable by revealing my own failings.


Tell me right on the limewire
Tell me right now without hesitation.


Fighting for progress
Striving to make things better and improve upon the current situation.


I can hear there's a sound that's coming through
I can sense that there is something significant and meaningful that is approaching.


There's a post in the ground so what we gonna do?
There is an obstacle in our path, so let us come up with a plan to overcome it.


You can have all your dreams if you really believe
Anything is possible if you have faith and believe in yourself.


In something that's something true
As long as you have confidence in something that is genuine and authentic.


Get carried through this land
Let us move forward together and be led by our strong connection.


Tell me something without any lies
Be honest with me and do not deceive me.


That cover my feelings
I want to fully express and share my emotions without being obscured by falsehoods.


Give me time now I understand
Allow me the opportunity to take the time to fully comprehend the message being conveyed.


These lessons have meaning
These teachings hold great significance and value.


I'm a listening man
I will always be open and attentive to what others have to say.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: AARON FLETCHER, KRISTIAN DAVID BIRKIN, MICHAEL JOHN CLEVITT, PAUL JAMES BUTLER, TIMOTHY DAVID PARKIN, WARREN MICHAEL HAMPSHIRE

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SM Music Plus

I can't believe I've only just discovered this band. This may have come out almost 9 years ago but this is my feel good summer hit of 2018!

Di Mag

why does this video not have a million views?! it is awesome! 

Izzy Bee

This is such a beat 😌

rasetsuzan

I love this song and it's taken me so long to find the video for it! I'm glad I did, this song is badass!

Mary Potempa

I've been looking foooooorever for this, i'm so happy I have at last found it:) This totally made my day!

dadeeo44

AMAZING BAND!

Elisa Dubey

i love this song!! it should have more likes and views

royalvalkyrie

Mat Baynton is so cute in this! xD

Brandon H

This is such a funny music video. I love the Bees!

Karl Childers

that woman has NEVER been speechless

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