Restless
Alison Krauss & Union Station Lyrics


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Honey, I know you've been alone some,
Why don't you 'phone some, 'cause I love you.
An' honey, I know I've been away some,
I've had to pay some and you have too.

But the one thing I know: that when I, I turn out the light,
Visions of you, dear, dance in the night.
I've been put down, pushed around, apprehended and led down town.
An' I can't help it if I'm out of sight,
'Cause I'm restless tonight.

I just can't stand bein' alone.
Gonna have to change that some day.
There's a restless feelin' in my bones an' I know,
That at times, it just won't go away.

So if it's all the same, honey, I can't take the blame, baby,
I can't play your game, honey, what's true is true.
And if, in the end, the temptation wears you thin, honey,
I'll, I'll just pretend that I'll leave it up to you.

But the one thing I know: that when I, I turn out the light,
Visions of you, dear, dance in the night.
I've been put down, pushed around, apprehended andled down town.
Can't help it if I'm full of fire.

But the one thing I know: that when I, I turn out the light,
Visions of you, dear, dance in the night.
I've been put down, pushed around,apprehended and led down town.




An' I can't help it if I'm out of sight,
'Cause I'm restless tonight.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Alison Krauss & Union Station's song "Restless" depict a person who is struggling with loneliness and a restless feeling. The singer addresses their partner, acknowledging that both have been apart and paying the price for it. Despite their current situation, the singer cannot help but think of their beloved, and their thoughts of them dance in their mind at night. However, the singer also acknowledges that they have been pushed around and apprehended, which has caused them to feel out of sight, despite the visions of their love interest that keep them company.


The lyrics indicate the singer's desire for companionship and longing to quell the restlessness within them. The singer is not willing to take the blame for their situation, nor can they play games with their partner. They leave it up to their partner to make any decision regarding their relationship. In the end, the singer cannot help but feel restless and full of fire, despite their love for their partner.


Overall, the song "Restless" is about the struggles of being alone and the desire for companionship. It shows the struggle of dealing with loneliness and trying to cope with the feeling of restlessness that comes with it.


Line by Line Meaning

Honey, I know you've been alone some,
I understand that you have spent some time alone.


Why don't you 'phone some, 'cause I love you.
You should call me because I love you.


An' honey, I know I've been away some,
I acknowledge that I have been gone for some time.


I've had to pay some and you have too.
We both have had to face challenges.


But the one thing I know: that when I, I turn out the light,
I know that every night when I turn off the lights...


Visions of you, dear, dance in the night.
...I see visions of you dancing in my mind.


I've been put down, pushed around, apprehended and led down town.
I have been mistreated, harassed, arrested and taken to the police station.


An' I can't help it if I'm out of sight,
I cannot control the fact that I am not present.


'Cause I'm restless tonight.
I am feeling restless tonight.


I just can't stand bein' alone.
I cannot bear being by myself.


Gonna have to change that some day.
I will need to address this situation one day.


There's a restless feelin' in my bones an' I know,
I have a strong feeling of restlessness in my core and I understand...


That at times, it just won't go away.
...that sometimes this feeling will not disappear.


So if it's all the same, honey, I can't take the blame, baby,
Therefore, if it is alright with you, I cannot accept responsibility, dear,


I can't play your game, honey, what's true is true.
I cannot participate in deception, my love, honesty is best.


And if, in the end, the temptation wears you thin, honey,
If, at the end of the day, you are tempted to give in, love,


I'll, I'll just pretend that I'll leave it up to you.
I will pretend that I am leaving the decision up to you.


Can't help it if I'm full of fire.
I cannot resist the urge to act passionately.




Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BERNIE TAUPIN, ELTON JOHN

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Comments from YouTube:

@lydiaburgess6391

I swear God ran out of human voice boxes so he just gave her an angelโ€™s.

@AlanMcCarthyguitar

She is just drop dead gorgeous in this , that dress is incredible on her

Singing as always beautiful too

@taylorharris1796

This era of Alison and Union Station was my favorite, she released so many videos and they seem to all be linked and told a story starting with "Lucky One" from there their music and videos were really epic and so relatable to lovers and heartbreakers.

@sugardaddy9992001

Yes indeed! I still listen every once in awhile. She reminds me a much much simpler time and i like it.

@kenneth9177

Agreed!!

@robonbass6864

Me and my beautiful love would cover these songs. I'd play while she sang... When she was at her best she had that Alison Krauss type voice .. Then the drugs got a hold of her and we had alot of problems. She died July 23rd at 47 ... These songs will forever be a part of her and my story... I love you Arie Queen ๐Ÿ‘‘ โค๏ธ

@shyba2011

Doesn't get much better then this...!!!
Angelic yet haunting...!!!!!

@papa-ql3xb

this woman is the very definition of angelic- her looks and her voice. I love her choice of songs, but truly wish she would cover more love songs. nobody is better, nobody!

@timschultz7597

I have no doubt, when I die, and if I am allowed entry into Heaven; the angels will sound just like Allison Krauss.

@steveg5524

Alison is one in a Billion! May God continue to grace all of us with her voice and gift of music.

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