Sad Situation
Asia (Rock) Lyrics
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Just a space, an empty chair
And I know, I was wrong
Just one more time, then I'll be gone
Who stopped the sky from falling?
Who held you back from harm?
Who stood as walls were falling?
[Chorus]
It's a sad situation
And no one's to blame
It's a sad situation
Now you're gone
It's a sad situation
Which someday may change
It's a sad situation
Now you're gone
In the dawn, turn the page
We stand alone, as the lions rage
I suppose we'll move on
A fight of minds, that still breathe strong
Who stopped the sky from falling?
Who held you back from harm?
Who held you close when hurting?
Who keeps the doves of hope?
[Chorus]
The lyrics to Asia's song 'Sad Situation' describe a feeling of loss and regret after a relationship has ended. The opening lines suggest that the singer has left their partner, and that they are aware they have made a mistake. The repetition of "I'll be gone" emphasizes their sense of finality about the situation, as if they have accepted that the relationship is over for good. The imagery of an "empty chair" suggests a physical absence, and emphasizes the emotional void that has been left behind.
The following lines - "Who stopped the sky from falling? / Who held you back from harm? / Who stood as walls were falling? / A call still guides us on" - suggest that the relationship was once strong and supportive, and that the two lovers had been through difficult times together. The "call" that still guides them could refer to a shared memory or a sense of loyalty to one another, even though they are no longer together.
The chorus repeats the phrase "It's a sad situation" several times, emphasizing the sense of melancholy that permeates the song. The repetition of "Now you're gone" underscores the singer's feelings of loss, while the line "Which someday may change" suggests a glimmer of hope for the future. The final verse speaks of moving on, but also acknowledges the shared history between the two lovers: "A fight of minds, that still breathe strong".
Overall, Asia's 'Sad Situation' is a bittersweet reflection on a relationship that has ended, and the sense of longing and regret that comes with it.
Line by Line Meaning
When you wake, I'll be gone
I will not be here when you wake up.
Just a space, an empty chair
There will be an empty chair where I used to sit.
And I know, I was wrong
I acknowledge that I made a mistake.
Just one more time, then I'll be gone
This is the last time I will do this before I leave.
Who stopped the sky from falling?
Who prevented a catastrophe from happening?
Who held you back from harm?
Who protected you from danger?
Who stood as walls were falling?
Who helped when everything was falling apart?
A call still guides us on
We are still being guided by something or someone.
It's a sad situation
The situation is not a happy one.
And no one's to blame
No one is responsible for this situation.
Now you're gone
You are no longer here with me.
Which someday may change
This situation could change in the future.
In the dawn, turn the page
A new day is beginning, and we need to move on.
We stand alone, as the lions rage
We are by ourselves while difficult things are happening.
I suppose we'll move on
We will have to keep going, even if we don't want to.
A fight of minds, that still breathe strong
Our minds are still strong, even though we are fighting.
Who held you close when hurting?
Who comforted you when you were in pain?
Who keeps the doves of hope?
Who is responsible for keeping hope alive?
Now you're gone
You are no longer with me.
It's a sad situation
This situation is not a happy one.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GEOFF DOWNES, JOHN TIMOTHY PAYNE
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Ruben Saenz
This album is just fantastic music. I loved the original Asia. This incarnation of Asia took me to more places than the original band.
Milton1079
One of the best from the John Payne era.
Jorge Feitosa
Simplesmente magníficos ..ótima banda
GlobeLiner84
Thanks for the upload! One of my all-time-favourite ASIA songs!
Christophe Gazengel
Asia un groupe que j'adore depuis le début ils sont toujours aussi bons
galtie bernard
Depuis ses débuts .....et le passage avec John Payne,y a eu un écart,dès "Aqua" c'était un Asia différent des premiers album ou on accrochait....ou pas c'était pas forcément évident au début surtout avec la voix de Payne ,certains ont suivi d'autres non.......et puis les gens sont attachés au membres originaux,c'est comme quand tu mets Trevor Horn des Buggles pour remplacer au chant Jon Anderson au groupe YES,ça n'a pas fonctionné et le Asia Downes Payne n'a jamais connu de succès financier et populaire pourtant y avait pas mal des choses interessantes,même la reformation revival du groupe beaucoup plus tard n'avait plus la même saveur...le temps passe,difficile de vivre après le glorieux passé des debuts et de faire aussi bien voire mieux!
Grecia Yanaculis
Estupendo arreglo. Y continúan con esas voces y los synters característicos de Asia.
Eumeregildo2
despues de tantos años aun siguen sorprendiendome...q mas puedo decir....
Thorsten Kramer
I love this song...yes the guitar solo is real cool!
Diego Silveira
Magic track! Eternal Gods music 🎶