Dead End Road
CALE J.J. & CLAPTON Eric Lyrics
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Down that dead end road
Yes, I feel like I'm runnin'
Down that dead end road
I need someone to tell me
Which way I ought to go?
Say goodbye to the mornin'
Say goodbye to the mornin'
Down that road I'm flyin'
If I look way beyond me
I'll be gettin' way behind
I can't seem to catch up
Distance keeps fallin' away
Can't seem to catch up
Distance keeps fallin' away
Makes no difference where I go
Dead end road everyday
Lord, I feel like I'm runnin'
Down that dead end road
Well, I feel like I'm runnin'
Down that dead end road
I need someone to tell me
Which way I ought to go?
The lyrics to "Dead End Road" by Cale J.J. and Clapton Eric depict the feeling of confusion and uncertainty about the direction in life. The singer feels like they are constantly running down a dead end road without any clear direction or guidance. They yearn for someone to give them direction and tell them which way to go.
The song also highlights the passing of time and the feeling of being left behind. The singer says goodbye to the morning and hello to the evening, indicating that another day has passed and they are still lost. They feel like they are getting further and further behind and cannot seem to catch up, regardless of where they go.
Overall, the song portrays the struggle of finding purpose and direction in life. The feeling of running down a dead end road can be overwhelming and disheartening. The singer is searching for guidance, but ultimately it is up to them to decide which way to go and find their way off the dead end road.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, I feel like I'm runnin'
I am experiencing a sensation of running, but I am not moving physically.
Down that dead end road
I am on a path that leads nowhere, and I feel stuck.
Yes, I feel like I'm runnin'
I feel an overwhelming sense of urgency to move forward, but I do not know how.
I need someone to tell me
I require guidance and direction from someone more knowledgeable than myself.
Which way I ought to go?
I am unsure of which path to take and I am seeking advice on making the right decision.
Say goodbye to the mornin'
I am leaving the comfort of the familiar and entering a new period of uncertainty.
Hello evenin' time
I am transitioning into a new phase of the day, which may signify a shift in my life.
Down that road I'm flyin'
I am moving quickly along a path, but I may not be fully aware of where it leads.
If I look way beyond me
If I try to look too far into the future, I may become lost and disconnected from the present.
I'll be gettin' way behind
By focusing too much on the future, I risk falling behind on my current tasks and goals.
I can't seem to catch up
I am struggling to keep pace with the demands of life and feel overwhelmed.
Distance keeps fallin' away
As I try to catch up, the distance between myself and my goals seems to increase instead of decrease.
Makes no difference where I go
No matter where I turn or what I do, I cannot seem to escape this feeling of being stuck.
Dead end road everyday
I am trapped in a cycle of feeling like I am going nowhere and not making progress in life.
Lord, I feel like I'm runnin'
I am overwhelmed by the feeling of needing to move forward but not knowing how to do so.
I need someone to tell me
I am seeking guidance and support from someone with more experience and knowledge than myself.
Which way I ought to go?
I am unsure of which path to take and need help in making a decision and moving forward.
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Written by: J.J. CALE
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