The Song
Barclay James Harvest feat. Les Holroyd Lyrics
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There's a little bit of everything you see
But you don't know why Harry cried
There's a time right after love when you feel low
Like a bird with perfect wings denied the sky
But you don't know why Harry cried
Take a look at the common man
Pass you on by with a smile
Like he just don't care
Take a look at yourself in the light
People see by the look in your eyes
Either you're deaf or you're blind
Or you just don't care Well something stirred today
Young Harry he passed away
Someone moves and a leaf falls to the ground
Morning comes and he is not around
But you don't know why Harry cried
Well you pick him up and you put him in your hand
And he slips on through like tiny bits of sand
But you don't know why Harry cried
Take a look at the common man
He can talk with the use of his hands
Pass you on by with a smile
Like he just don't care
Take a look at yourself in the light
People see by the look in your eyes
Either you're deaf or you're blind
Or you just don't care Well something stirred today
Young Harry he passed away
Bye bye
The song "The Song" by Barclay James Harvest is a reflection on the complexity of human emotions and actions. The opening lines describe how every person is made up of various elements and experiences - "There's a little bit of you and some of me / There's a little bit of everything you see." However, despite this, there are still moments when we cannot understand why someone feels a certain way. The chorus repeats the phrase "But you don't know why Harry cried," implying that sometimes we witness others' pain or sadness but are unable to comprehend it.
The song goes on to explore how people often hide their true emotions behind a façade of indifference or stoicism. The lines "Take a look at the common man / He can talk with the use of his hands / Pass you on by with a smile / Like he just don't care" suggest that many people may be struggling internally but are reluctant to reveal their vulnerabilities. The final verse reveals that "Young Harry" has passed away, and yet his reasons for crying remain unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a little bit of you and some of me
There are similarities between us, we have some common traits and interests
There's a little bit of everything you see
We all have varied experiences and perspectives
But you don't know why Harry cried
The reason behind someone's emotions or actions may not always be apparent
There's a time right after love when you feel low
After a relationship or emotional connection ends, it's common to feel down
Like a bird with perfect wings denied the sky
Feeling grounded and unable to soar after being equipped with all the right tools
Take a look at the common man
Examining everyday people and their actions
He can talk with the use of his hands
Body language is often an effective means of communication
Pass you on by with a smile
People often hide their true emotions or feelings behind a mask or facade
Like he just don't care
Appearing indifferent or unconcerned, perhaps to protect oneself
Take a look at yourself in the light
Reflecting on one's own behavior and motives
People see by the look in your eyes
One's expressions may reveal more than their words
Either you're deaf or you're blind
Ignoring or denying the truth, perhaps purposely
Or you just don't care
Indifference or apathy towards a situation or person
Well something stirred today
An event or emotion has been awakened
Young Harry he passed away
A person's life can be fleeting and unpredictable
Someone moves and a leaf falls to the ground
Small actions can have consequences and impact the larger picture
Morning comes and he is not around
The absence of someone can be felt intensely
Well you pick him up and you put him in your hand
Attempting to grasp or understand the situation
And he slips on through like tiny bits of sand
The situation or person may be intangible and difficult to grasp or comprehend
Bye bye
A farewell or goodbye
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHN LEES
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@gouik1
One of the most beautiful song of all time, and for a long time.
@jadefalke41
30. 08. 1980 vor dem Reichstag in Berlin ! Ich war dabei. 13 Jahre alt. Ein Konzert das ich niemals vergessen werde!! Ich hab schon wieder ne Gänsehaut! Leider fehlt hier die Version von damals aber wenigstens Hymn ist von damals vorhanden!
@Jesper1962
A great moment in my life,thanks so much to make us share this again;BJH was really a great band.
@richardwolter2368
I've been in Berlin, when the wall went down. I saw people hugging and weeping out of pure amazement... unforgetable! -
@Fluxon100
Ein unfassbar schoenes Lied geschieben für die Ewigkeit
@bccb2010
A very great melody, you are right. One of the best band ever.
@critaut
so wonderful, i'm crying always when i listen it. lot of history in this song and i always in my mind the end of the wall with this song
@prodromospartheniou639
What emotional songs my God ......
@Samjeno
God bless you John Lees
@Rangercoe
Genial como sempre. Holroyd...