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Tomorrow Never Knows
Chameleons UK Lyrics
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The deeper you go, the higher you fly
So, come on
Come on and take it easy
Come on and take it easy, take it easy
Turn off your mind, relax and float down stream
It is not dying, it is not dying
Lay down all thoughts, surrender to the void
It is shining, it is shining
Yet you may see the meaning of within
It is being, it is being
Love is all and love is everyone
It is knowing, it is knowing
And ignorance and hate mourn the dead
It is believing, it is believing
But listen to the colour of your dreams
It is not leaving, it is not leaving
So play the game "Existence" to the end
Of the beginning, of the beginning
The song "Tomorrow Never Knows" by Chameleons UK is a lyrically rich and symbolically vibrant song that invites its listeners to explore the deeper aspects of life. At its core, the song is about the paradoxical nature of existence, where the more we try to ascend to the highest levels of consciousness, the deeper we sink into the abyss of the unknown. The opening lines of the song, "The higher you fly, the deeper you go / The deeper you go, the higher you fly" illustrate the recurring theme of duality in the song- where polar opposites are interdependent and interlinked with one another.
The subsequent lyrics of the song encourage listeners to turn off their minds, relax, and float down stream. This is seen as a way of surrendering to the natural ebb and flow of life, and allowing oneself to be carried away by the current. The line "It is not dying, it is not dying" serves as a reminder that in letting go of our fears and worries, we are not giving up on life- rather, we are embracing it more fully.
There is a strong spiritual tone to the song, which is reinforced by the lyrics "love is all and love is everyone / it is knowing, it is knowing." Here, love is seen as the ultimate reality- the force that binds us all together and connects us to a higher power. The song ends with the line "Of the beginning, of the beginning" suggesting that life is a continual cycle- where every end is a new beginning.
Line by Line Meaning
The higher you fly, the deeper you go
The more successful you become, the more challenges you face
The deeper you go, the higher you fly
The more you explore yourself and understand your limitations, the more you can aspire to achieve
So, come on
Encouragement to keep going and not give up
Come on and take it easy
Take a break from the stress and pressure of life
Turn off your mind, relax and float down stream
Stop overthinking everything and go with the flow of life
It is not dying, it is not dying
Letting go and surrendering to the present moment, not fighting against it
Lay down all thoughts, surrender to the void
Stop worrying about the future and embrace the uncertainty of life
It is shining, it is shining
The beauty of life and the universe can be found in the unknown
Yet you may see the meaning of within
By looking within yourself, you can find meaning and purpose in life
It is being, it is being
Life is about existing and experiencing, not just achieving
Love is all and love is everyone
Love is the universal force that connects and unites everyone
It is knowing, it is knowing
Understanding and accepting the power of love brings true knowledge and wisdom
And ignorance and hate mourn the dead
Hatred and ignorance only bring sadness and despair
It is believing, it is believing
Believing in the power of love can bring about positive change
But listen to the colour of your dreams
Paying attention to your deepest desires and aspirations can lead to a fulfilling life
It is not leaving, it is not leaving
Your dreams and aspirations will always be with you, no matter where life takes you
So play the game "Existence" to the end
Life is a game and we must play it to the fullest, embracing all of its ups and downs
Of the beginning, of the beginning
Life is a journey with no end, and every moment is a new beginning
Contributed by Ava N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@charlieh1427
Favourite band ever covering my favourite Beatles song ever…I am blessed
@pointzero4433
This song is an example of a cover version that is much better than the (already very good) original. Great what The Chameleons have done with it.
Currently my favorite song on the album after Swamp Thing and Caution.
@sunspire1969
Great cover !
@philsmith5033
Best Beatles cover . . . ever.
@griffruby8756
Interesting! Also recommend the Monsoon (Sheila Chandra) version.
@clintdavies491
much better than the original. one of my fave chameleons. they do great covers. moonage daydream is a pearler.. the best band ever ( for me)
@etamommy
I wouldn't go that far but at least they re-envisioned it.
@clintdavies491
@@etamommy no, ....but I would ..
@despicableone4495
@@clintdavies491 and is that reasonable of you?