And When You Wake Up
Blue Rodeo Lyrics


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So many roads you must go down
All dreary and dark
Nothing but rain clouds in your heart
Just when you're thinking
You can't make one more stand
I'll be there to steady your hand

And you lay down now
No need to worry your head
Lay down now
It's time for resting instead
Then when you wake up
Then when you wake up, wake up you'll find
Everything's waiting ahead

People keep talking
And they fill you with fear
Then come the nighttime they disappear
Love is a struggle
It's a half finished song
It's a beautiful sunrise coming on

And you lay down now
No need to worry your head
Lay down now
It's time for resting instead
And when you wake up
Then when you wake up, wake up you'll find
Everything's waiting ahead

Maybe sometimes you can fool everybody
Maybe you fool yourself too
The winds that are howling right over your head
They're bringing the changes
The changes to you

And you lay down now
No need to worry your head
Lay down now
It's time for resting instead
Then when you wake up, wake up you'll find
And when you wake up, wake up you'll find




And when you wake up, wake up you'll find
Everything's waiting ahead

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Blue Rodeo's "And When You Wake Up" convey a message of hope and encouragement to someone who is facing difficult times. The opening lines speak of the many challenges that lie ahead, but the singer offers a lifeline, a steady hand of support to help them through the darkness. The verses go on to touch on various struggles in life, from fear and anxiety to the complexities of love, but ultimately the message is clear: things will get better, and there is always hope for a brighter future.


The chorus is particularly uplifting, urging the listener to lay down their worries and rest, reminding them that a new day will come, full of promise and possibility. The final verse brings a sense of empowerment, suggesting that although the winds of change may be howling, it is up to the individual to take control and steer their own course.


Overall, Blue Rodeo's "And When You Wake Up" is a beautiful reminder that no matter how hard life gets, there is always hope and the promise of better things to come. The lyrics are a comforting embrace that offer strength and encouragement to anyone who needs it.


Line by Line Meaning

So many roads you must go down
There are many paths that you have to take


All dreary and dark
These paths are often boring and unpleasant


Nothing but rain clouds in your heart
These paths often make you sad and depressed


Just when you're thinking
At the times when you feel like giving up


You can't make one more stand
When you think you can't go on anymore


I'll be there to steady your hand
I'll be there to support you and help you through it


And you lay down now
Take a rest now


No need to worry your head
Don't stress too much about anything


Lay down now
Take it easy


It's time for resting instead
It's time to relax


Then when you wake up
Later when you wake up


Then when you wake up, wake up you'll find
You'll eventually realize that


Everything's waiting ahead
There are good things waiting for you in the future


People keep talking
People talk a lot


And they fill you with fear
They make you worried or anxious


Then come the nighttime they disappear
At night, everything seems quieter and calmer


Love is a struggle
Love isn't always easy


It's a half finished song
Sometimes love is incomplete


It's a beautiful sunrise coming on
But love can also be beautiful


Maybe sometimes you can fool everybody
Sometimes you can deceive people


Maybe you fool yourself too
And sometimes you deceive yourself


The winds that are howling right over your head
The problems and challenges you face are right on top of you


They're bringing the changes
But these challenges also bring about changes


The changes to you
Changes that affect you personally


And when you wake up, wake up you'll find
And later, you'll realize


Everything's waiting ahead
There are good things waiting for you in the future




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Comments from YouTube:

kate54ish

First time hearing this tune! This is so pretty! I wish I could see them. I missed them a few years ago in Detroit..Wish I could be notified as to if they are coming back! If I don't see them again....I'll be bummed out for life!!

Jay Bowcott

Great record! This song is awesome.

Heather Vincent Vincent

This band is better live but amazing no matter how you listen to them. I love Jim Cuddy

Ka Mac

GREAT album!!

Roger Dale

I like Blue Rodeo Canadian group have for a long time love this tune Thankyou

Roger Dale

Your welcome hope you do get to see them live thankyou

rosemurray

Saw Blue Rodeo last night at the Molson Amphitheatre, Toronto. Tied with their performance years ago at the Fort York Armories.....a perfect summer night, warm, sultry, stars in the sky. Memorial to the late James Gray. Keyboardist rocked; his solos turned 3 minute songs into 8 minute marvels. "Lost Together" finale song...that's when I lost it. Thanks, Blue Rodeo.....greetings, Glen Milchem. <3

Ladybird41

thank you for your vid response. i love live music and have yet to see BR.. it's killing me... i think a trip to canada will have to happen to save my life;)

Ladybird41

i agree :)

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