Catch the Wind
Barb Donovan Lyrics
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Of uncertainty
I want to be
In the warm hold of your loving mind
To feel you all around me
And to take your hand
Along the sand
When sundown pales the sky
I want to hide a while
Behind your smile
And everywhere I'd look, your eyes I'd find
For me to love you now
Would be the sweetest thing
T'would make me sing
Ah, but I may as well try and catch the wind
Diddy di dee dee diddy diddy
Diddy diddy diddy dee dee dee
When rain has hung the leaves with tears
I want you near to kill my fears
To help me to leave all my blues behind
For standin' in your heart
Is where I want to be
And long to be
Ah, but I may as well try and catch the wind
Ah, but I may as well try and catch the wind
The singer expresses a desire to find comfort and assurance in the embrace of her lover's mind, seeking to be surrounded by the warmth of their love. She reflects on the uncertainty of life and seeks refuge in the familiarity of her beloved's smile and gaze. The lyrics suggest that while the singer wishes to give herself fully to her lover and experience the sweetness of their love, she recognizes the fleeting nature of life and love, offering the phrase "I may as well try and catch the wind" as a marker of the futility of this pursuit.
The song speaks to the universal human longing for connection and intimacy. The metaphor of trying to "catch the wind" is a powerful one, symbolizing the elusive and transient nature of love and life. The images of sand, sunset, and rain provide a backdrop of nature, emphasizing the singer's desire for a deep and abiding connection with her lover that transcends the passing of time.
Line by Line Meaning
In the chilly hours and minutes
Of uncertainty
I want to be
In the warm hold of your loving mind
During times of confusion and doubt, I yearn to be in the comforting embrace of your affectionate thoughts.
To feel you all around me
And to take your hand
Along the sand
Ah, but I may as well try and catch the wind
I long for your touch and to walk beside you, but I know it's as impossible as trying to catch the wind.
When sundown pales the sky
I want to hide a while
Behind your smile
And everywhere I'd look, your eyes I'd find
As the sun sets and the world becomes dark, I desire to take shelter behind your comforting smile and know that your gaze will always guide me.
For me to love you now
Would be the sweetest thing
T'would make me sing
Ah, but I may as well try and catch the wind
Loving you at this moment would bring me immense joy, but I know it's as futile as attempting to catch the wind.
When rain has hung the leaves with tears
I want you near to kill my fears
To help me to leave all my blues behind
During times of sorrow and despair, I crave your presence to vanquish my fears and alleviate my sadness.
For standin' in your heart
Is where I want to be
And long to be
Ah, but I may as well try and catch the wind
My ultimate aspiration is to be enveloped by your love, yet I realize it's as hopeless as capturing the wind.
Ah, but I may as well try and catch the wind
Despite the futility of my desires, I will continue to pursue them just as one might try to catch the wind.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Donovan Leitch
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Aron Michaels
Awesome job on this classic Babs! Your sound is so clean, pure and flawless! I am such a huge fan!
shargram
Great song from Donovan, who hails from Bonnie Scotland.Well done Babs, it takes me back to a more innocent time.
misslantana52
Babs~this is just gorgeous! You have a remarkable way of making me feel so peaceful! Debbie (*_*)
monicasmix
I haven´t heard this song before but beautiful as always my friend!! :-) Monica
Tony Reilly
Thanks for that I will check them out. Never knew Martin did such a model. It certainly has a quite a distinctive sound. Reminds me of the guitar on some of Bob Dylan's early songs.
1onlyphil
nice job... haven't heard that one in a long time..
Jeff
Nice one. Got that old timey vibe.
Tony Reilly
Beautiful rendition of a great Donovan classic. Many thanks. You use finger picks I think I just noticed. Are they difficult to get used to. Lovely bass tone off that gorgeous guitar.
babs4TLove /Barbara Paskin
Hi Tom! Thanks so much for the compliment! I like your version as well! You have a very nice Dylan sound. I need to borrow your mandolin for mine! Cheers! Babs
NancyMbWpg
yeh ..here's a great oldie ..love this song ! great job Babs !