Out of the Blue
Alan Parson Lyrics
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I come sailing
Through the years
Through the years
What do I do?
Now that I've seen
All our hopes
And I'm riding a lonely highway
I'm the man from out of the blue
Yes, I'm riding a lonely highway
I'm the man from out of the blue
I travel far
Yet no distance
I'm still here
Always here
So follow the call
To our senses
Still there's hope
Behind the fear
And I'm riding a lonely highway
'Cause I'm the man from out of the blue
And I'm riding a lonely highway
I'm the man from out of the blue
Yes, I'm riding a lonely highway
I'm the man from out of the blue
Out of the blue
The lyrics of "Out of the Blue" by Alan Parsons is about being lost and unsure of what to do, yet hopeful and determined to find a way forward. The first verse talks about sailing through the years, which could represent the passage of time and the different stages of life. The line "Now that I've seen all our hopes and all of our fears" acknowledges that the journey has been filled with both positive and negative experiences. The second verse talks about traveling far yet feeling like no distance has been covered, which again emphasizes the idea of being lost and unsure.
Despite the uncertainty, there is a call to follow our senses and find hope behind the fear. The chorus talks about riding a lonely highway, which could symbolize the journey towards finding direction and purpose. The recurring line "I'm the man from out of the blue" could represent the idea of sudden change or a new perspective that can provide clarity and direction.
Overall, the song is about the struggle to find meaning and direction in life, but also the hope and determination that we carry within us to keep moving forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Out of the blue
Unexpectedly, out of nowhere
I come sailing
I arrive (metaphorically) swiftly and smoothly
Through the years
Over a considerable amount of time
What do I do?
What should I decide or take action on?
Now that I've seen
Since I have become aware of or experienced
All our hopes
The ambitions and desires we hold
And all of our fears
The worries and doubts that we have
And I'm riding a lonely highway
I am feeling isolated and disconnected, metaphorically traveling alone on a road
I'm the man from out of the blue
I am that unexpected and unfamiliar person, intruding upon or affecting the situation
I travel far
I journey extensively
Yet no distance
Although I go great lengths, it doesn't change what I'm searching for
I'm still here
I am present and not giving up
Always here
Continuously existing in this state
So follow the call
Respond to the inner voice or guidance
To our senses
To our understanding and intuition
Still there's hope
There is still a possibility for a positive outcome
Behind the fear
Despite the fear and doubts that we have
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Marc T
Mr.Parson's music with the incredible voice of Mr.Hadley....nothing can be wrong 🥰. Absolutelly amazing song!!! 😊👍🏼
Louis Cyphre
Actually, Ian Bairnson taking control in this album
Kurt Toogs
Soothing...calming...Mr. Hadley's BEST vocal effort!
Rolan BC
Tony Hadley, What a voice!
Bob Dudy
This Album is My Favorite Parsons outing, which is not an easy choice because no Album was ever below "Exceeds expectations!"
Gwenn
I don't know what the matter is with this particular song... Since the first time I've heard it, I can listen to it on and on without being fed up with it.Not only I find the melody just magic but the voice of Tony Hadley seems to come directly from the skies. It has a calming effect on me, so much so that when I'm angry, sad or preoccupied with something, I put it on and instantaneously reach a different level of consciousness, like in a sort of trance. Magic !
Laberinto de Conejo
Me too!
marga rita
Me pasa igual ❤
Ana Isabel Arribas Palomo
Precious voice and precious music
Waning Moon Cancer
This reminds me of Mr. Hadley's "Maybe You and I". There's a dream like quality, with a solidity that makes it memorable. Very good collaboration. Well done.