While ARS would never reach the commercial success of Lynyrd Skynyrd or the Marshall Tucker Band, the group had a strong following in the south and charted a number of hits such as "Imaginary Lover," "I'm Not Going to Let it Bother Me Tonight," "Champagne Jam," "So Into You," and a remake of a Classics IV hit, "Spooky."
The band also influenced a number of rock and country artists, notably Travis Tritt, who recorded a cover of the ARS songs, "Back Up Against the Wall" and "Homesick." The group Shudder to Think covered "So Into You."
Sky High
Atlanta Rhythm Section Lyrics
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Be a symphony or a three-chord rocker
I love music, any kind of music
It all makes me fly
Sky high
Sky high
Sky high
Sky high
Sky high
Away
On the day that I was born
A star was born
I gotta keep on shinin'
'Til I die, got to keep on shinin'
I want to blow you away
Sky high
Sky high
Sky high
Hey, let's fly
Sky high
Ooh, my, my, yeah
When life's a drag and you're fallin' apart
Just put some song in your heart
Oh no
Pretend you're standin' on the stage
You start to play, and the crowd goes crazy
You ought to feel it
I wish that you could feel it
It could blow you away
Sky high
Sky high
Sky high
Hey, let's fly
Sky high
Sky high
Ooh, my, my, oh
Sky high
Sky high
Ooh, my, my
Hey, let's fly
Sky high
Ooh, my, my, now, give it to me
The lyrics of Atlanta Rhythm Section's song, Sky High, celebrate the power of music to lift and transport the listener to another plane of existence. The singer explains that he loves music regardless of the genre, whether it's a symphony or a simple, three-chord rock song. Whatever the style, music takes him sky-high and makes him feel alive. He wants to share this experience with others, encouraging them to join him on this euphoric journey through the heavens.
The second verse reveals that the singer sees himself as a star, born to shine and make a lasting impression on the world. He urges his listeners to do the same, to keep shining even in the face of adversity. When life feels like a drag and you're falling apart, just turn up the music and let it lift you up. The song's bridge encourages the listener to imagine themselves on stage, playing for a crowd that goes wild, to feel the sheer joy and excitement of it all. The song's final chorus repeats the invitation to join the singer in flying sky-high.
Sky High is a simple celebration of the power of music to transcend the mundane and elevate the spirit. It's a catchy tune with an infectious groove and an optimistic message that invites the listener to share in the singer's passion and enthusiasm for life.
Line by Line Meaning
Music is a high to me
I find great pleasure in music
Be a symphony or a three-chord rocker
Regardless of the genre or complexity, I enjoy all music
I love music, any kind of music
My love for music knows no bounds
It all makes me fly
Music has the power to uplift and inspire me
Sky high
Referring to the feeling of euphoria caused by listening to music
Hey, let's fly
Let's experience this feeling together
Away
Escaping from reality into the world of music
On the day that I was born
Emphasizing the importance of music in the artist's life from a young age
A star was born
Metaphorically, the artist was destined to be a musician
I gotta keep on shinin'
Determined to succeed and make a name for oneself in the industry
'Til I die, got to keep on shinin'
Willing to dedicate one's life to music and continue to shine as an artist
I want to blow you away
Desire to captivate and impress the audience with one's music
When life's a drag and you're fallin' apart
During difficult times, music can provide solace and comfort
Just put some song in your heart
Listening to music can lift one's spirits and improve emotional well-being
Pretend you're standin' on the stage
Imagining oneself as a performer can bring a sense of confidence and empowerment
You start to play, and the crowd goes crazy
The energy of the crowd can fuel the artist's performance and create a memorable experience
You ought to feel it
Encouraging others to experience the thrill of performing and connecting with an audience
I wish that you could feel it
Expressing a desire for others to understand the power and joy of music
It could blow you away
The transformative effect of music can be overwhelming and awe-inspiring
Ooh, my, my, yeah
Exclamation of excitement and enthusiasm
Ooh, my, my, oh
Exclamation of wonder or awe
Ooh, my, my, now, give it to me
Expression of anticipation and eagerness for more music
Lyrics Ā© CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Buddy Buie, Dean Daughtry, Robert Nix, Ronnie Hammond
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Bill Woo
Hope you were fortunate enough to see them live. Imagine: preshow darkness, quiet except for crowd murmur, no emcee introduction, just a sudden flash of the stage lighting, and BANG, HIGHLY PUNCTUATED:
DAH DAH...DAH...DAH...DAH
DAH DAH...DAH...DAH...DAH
DAH DAH...DAH...DAH
The cymbals crash down. And it was that great not even counting drugs which were WELL worth utilizing for this occasion. That's how they started their shows, and BION, they didn't let up. Great shows.
Set aside this version and the live album one (actually a weaker performance IMO), and put yourself back in the crowd at their shows when they tore the place up, musically. What a great, ridiculously underrated band.
Lucy Jexy
This one should have been a bigger hit, it really rocks with power!
jasonpp1973
this song should have been released as a single, it would have been a big hit!
tallorder9
Love this tune.
Moises Vazquez
I bought this album when I was 15 yrs old, back in 94, I was searching for new rock music from the 1970s that I can get into and went to the record store and bumped into ARS and had no idea who this band was, I bought it because I thought the cover looked really cool the was they seemed to be rocking out, and took a chance and bought the CD, and to this day I love ARS.... So glad I accidentally ran into this band so many years ago, great memories.
Scott Snavely
Awesome song! I believe they started their show off in 1978, in Chicago, with this song! They were awesome!
Bret Fuzz
Navy pier? If so, I was there as well. Truly extraordinary.
Georgiarhythm
Great song! I remember them playing that in Jax, FL back in the 70's.
Quantum Merchant Services
awesome track
Space Cadet
My favorite from them!
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