Spinning Wheel
Blood_Sweat_&_Tears Lyrics
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Spinnin' wheel got to go 'round
Talkin' 'bout your troubles it's a cryin' sin
Ride a painted pony let the spinnin' wheel spin
You got no money and you got no home
Spinnin' wheel all alone
Talkin' 'bout your troubles and you, you never learn
Did you find the directing sign on the
Straight and narrow highway
Would you mind a reflecting sign
Just let it shine within your mind
And show you the colors that are real
Someone is waiting just for you
Spinnin' wheel, spinnin' true
Drop all your troubles by the riverside
Catch a painted pony on the spinning wheel ride
Someone is waiting just for you
Spinnin' wheel, spinnin' true
Drop all your troubles by the riverside
Ride a painted pony let the spinnin' wheel fly
"Spinning Wheel" by Blood, Sweat & Tears is a song about the ups and downs of life. The lyrics suggest that life is like a spinning wheel, what goes up must come down, and the wheel will keep spinning. The song expresses the idea that we cannot control the twists and turns of life and that the best way to deal with it is to let go of our troubles.
The first verse starts with the idea that the spinning wheel has to keep going around. The second verse depicts a person who has no money and home and is alone, but the spinning wheel continues to spin. The third verse asks if you have found the sign on the straight and narrow highway and encourages reflecting on the positive things in life.
The chorus repeats the idea that someone is waiting for you and that you should drop all your troubles by the riverside and ride a painted pony on the spinning wheel ride. The song ends by repeating this message.
Overall, "Spinning Wheel" conveys a message about life's unpredictability, but encourages listeners to let go of their troubles and enjoy the ride.
Line by Line Meaning
What goes up must come down
Everything has an opposite, so if things are going well, they will eventually go bad.
Spinnin' wheel got to go 'round
Just like life, the spinning wheel goes on and on, whether or not we're ready for it.
Talkin' 'bout your troubles it's a cryin' sin
Complaining about our problems accomplishes nothing and only brings more negativity into our lives.
Ride a painted pony let the spinnin' wheel spin
Embrace the journey of life, no matter how uncertain it is.
You got no money and you got no home
When we have nothing, life can seem insurmountable.
Spinnin' wheel all alone
Our journeys are often solitary, even when surrounded by others.
Talkin' 'bout your troubles and you, you never learn
If we continue to focus on our problems, we will never learn from them and grow as individuals.
Ride a painted pony let the spinnin' wheel turn
Keep moving forward, even when things seem uncertain or difficult.
Did you find the directing sign on the
Have you found your purpose or direction in life?
Straight and narrow highway
The path that leads to personal growth and fulfillment is often difficult and narrow.
Would you mind a reflecting sign
Would you be willing to take a moment to reflect and gain insight into your life?
Just let it shine within your mind
Allow the insights gained through reflection to truly impact your thoughts and actions.
And show you the colors that are real
Gain a deeper, more authentic understanding of life and the world around you.
Someone is waiting just for you
Each of us has a unique path in life and someone, somewhere, is waiting for us to find it.
Spinnin' wheel, spinnin' true
Just like the spinning wheel, our journeys are uncertain and unpredictable, but we must continue to move forward.
Drop all your troubles by the riverside
Let go of the past and any troubles that are holding you back from moving forward.
Catch a painted pony on the spinning wheel ride
Embrace the unpredictability of life and enjoy the journey, no matter where it takes you.
Ride a painted pony let the spinnin' wheel fly
Let go of your fears and doubts, and allow yourself to go wherever the journey takes you.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAVID CLAYTON-THOMAS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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What goes up must come down
Spinnin' wheel, got to go round
Talkin' 'bout your troubles, it's a cryin' sin
Ride a painted pony, let the spinnin' wheel spin
You got no money, you got no home
Spinnin' wheel, all alone
Talkin' 'bout your troubles and you, you never learn
Ride a painted pony, let the spinnin' wheel turn
Did you find the directing sign
On the straight and narrow highway
Would you mind a reflecting sign
Just let it shine within your mind
And show you the colors that are real
Someone's waitin' just for you
Spinnin' wheel, spinnin' true
Drop all your troubles by the riverside
Catch a painted pony on the spinnin' wheel ride
Someone's waitin' just for you
Spinnin' wheel, spinnin' true
Drop all your troubles by the riverside
Ride a painted pony, let the spinnin' wheel fly
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@dorothyjohnson8051
69 year old black woman! Loving it. That brass section is on point. I used to listen to Blood Sweat and Tears back inthe day love them. And still do. So much meaning for right now. These days we are living in be encourage. Love Peace And Soul. Out!!!!!
@rippi37
Hello Dorothy......63 year old here ..loving it too. Peace love health and happiness to you and yours !! xxx
@ddziegler44
77 year old white guy. We are now continuing what we started in the 60’s and we will get there. Dan
@rippi37
@@ddziegler44 Absolutely !!!! xxx
@dorothyjohnson8051
Hi nice to meet you! Have a amazing day. Peace
@mastic5519
Still sounds great.
@robertdegrandis5180
I was 11 years old when this song came out. I'm 63 now, I survived colon cancer and Covid 19. When I will be gone, this song will still be carrying on and on and on. Great song, God knows how I miss the 60s and the 70s.
@tallenpelegrin7026
I was 10 when I got introduced to B,S&T, and I've never abandoned them since then.
@Youffy23
I know best the 80's and the 90's (born 1976) but clearly = I am with you about the 70's... 99% of my DVD's are 70's movies, and goes the same on music.... A good evening is one evening I can feel the 70's !
@ZeroGravity60
Congrats on beating colon cancer. I've been stage 4 cancer for just over 3-years but am feeling good for the most part. [I might beat it.] What would we do without YouTube, every hit from the past is at our fingertips. Peace brother.