Your Mind
C.F.Meister Lyrics
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Never ending or beginning on an ever spinning reel
Like a snowball down a mountain, or a carnival balloon
Like a carousel that's turning running rings around the moon
Like a clock whose hands are sweeping past the minutes of its face
And the world is like an apple whirling silently in space
Like the circles that you find in the windmills of your mind!
Down a hollow to a cavern where the sun has never shone
Like a door that keeps revolving in a half forgotten dream
Or the ripples from a pebble someone tosses in a stream
Like a clock whose hands are sweeping past the minutes of its face
And the world is like an apple whirling silently in space
Like the circles that you find in the windmills of your mind!
Keys that jingle in your pocket, words that jangle in your head
Why did summer go so quickly, was it something that you said?
Lovers walking along a shore and leave their footprints in the sand
Is the sound of distant drumming just the fingers of your hand?
Pictures hanging in a hallway and the fragment of a song
Half remembered names and faces, but to whom do they belong?
When you knew that it was over you were suddenly aware
That the autumn leaves were turning to the color of her hair!
Like a circle in a spiral, like a wheel within a wheel
Never ending or beginning on an ever spinning reel
As the images unwind, like the circles that you find
In the windmills of your mind!
The lyrics of "The Windmills of Your Mind" by C.F.Meister delve deeply into the idea of memory and the complexity of the human mind. The song starts by comparing the never-ending, circular quality of life and the universe to a wheel within a wheel. The lyrics go on to describe various familiar objects and situations, such as a snowball rolling down a mountain or a clock ticking away the minutes, that represent how our minds can spiral into endless thoughts and impressions.
The second part of the song continues with the theme of memory, using metaphors like a tunnel or a revolving door to describe the path our thoughts often take. The lyrics paint a picture of a world where everything is interconnected, and the slightest action can have a huge impact on the reality we create for ourselves.
The final verse brings a more personal touch to the lyrics, focusing on the memories of a lost love. The imagery of autumn leaves changing color represents the sadness and nostalgia that often come with the end of a relationship. Overall, "The Windmills of Your Mind" is a poignant commentary on the beauty and complexity of the human mind and the memories that shape it.
Line by Line Meaning
Round like a circle in a spiral, like a wheel within a wheel
Life is complex and interconnected, with each experience leading to another
Never ending or beginning on an ever spinning reel
The cycle of life has no clear starting or end point
Like a snowball down a mountain, or a carnival balloon
Life's experiences can build on one another and gain momentum, for better or worse
Like a carousel that's turning running rings around the moon
Life can feel like a dizzying, unending cycle that repeats itself
Like a clock whose hands are sweeping past the minutes of its face
Time moves on relentlessly and we are forever aging and changing
And the world is like an apple whirling silently in space
Life is constantly spinning and evolving in a vast, unknown universe
Like the circles that you find in the windmills of your mind!
The mind can create its own complex patterns and cycles of thought
Like a tunnel that you follow to a tunnel of its own
Life can lead down unexpected paths that branch into further complexity
Down a hollow to a cavern where the sun has never shone
Some parts of life may be dark, unexplored, or full of mystery
Like a door that keeps revolving in a half forgotten dream
Life can feel surreal, with fragmented and uncertain memories
Or the ripples from a pebble someone tosses in a stream
Even small actions or events can have ripple effects and lead to bigger consequences
Keys that jingle in your pocket, words that jangle in your head
Everyday sounds and thoughts can be chaotic and overwhelming
Why did summer go so quickly, was it something that you said?
Time can feel fleeting and sometimes we blame ourselves for not making the most of it
Lovers walking along a shore and leave their footprints in the sand
Love and relationships can leave a lasting mark on our lives and memories
Is the sound of distant drumming just the fingers of your hand?
Sometimes we question what is real and what is just our own perception
Pictures hanging in a hallway and the fragment of a song
Memories can be triggered by sensory experiences that bring us back to specific moments
Half remembered names and faces, but to whom do they belong?
Memories can be incomplete and confusing, and we may struggle to make sense of them
When you knew that it was over you were suddenly aware
The end of something can make us see it more clearly and appreciate it more
That the autumn leaves were turning to the color of her hair!
Nature can reflect and amplify our emotions and memories
As the images unwind, like the circles that you find
Reflecting on our past experiences can lead to a deeper understanding of ourselves and others
In the windmills of your mind!
Our thoughts and memories can swirl around and build on each other, creating complex patterns
Lyrics © EUROPEAN AMERICAN MUSIC DISTRIBUTORS COMPANY
Written by: BERTHOLD BRECHT, KURT WEILL
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