Far Away
Chief Lyrics


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Far away places with strange sounding names
Far away over the sea
Those far away places with the strange sounding names are
Calling
Calling me
Goin' to China or maybe Siam
I wanna see for myself
Those far away places I've been reading about in a
Book that I took from a shelf
I start getting' restless whenever I hear the whistle of a train
I pray for the day I can get underway
And look for those castles in Spain
They call me a dreamer
Well maybe I am
But I know that I'm burning to see those
Far away places with the strange sounding names




Calling, calling me
Me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Chief's song "Far Away" express a deep longing for adventure and exploration, driven by a fascination with the distant and exotic. The singer is drawn to faraway places with strange-sounding names, tantalized by the mystery and allure of these destinations. Whether it's China, Siam, or the castles of Spain, the singer dreams of seeing these places for himself, of experiencing firsthand the wonders that he has only read about in books.


The song captures a sense of wanderlust that is familiar to many people, particularly in the context of travel and exploration. The lyrics are infused with a sense of restlessness and yearning, as the singer contemplates the possibilities that lie beyond his immediate surroundings. The idea of "calling" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the powerful pull of these distant attractions and the singer's sense of obligation to answer that call.


Overall, "Far Away" is a poignant and compelling song that taps into the universal human desire for adventure and discovery. Through its evocative lyrics and stirring melody, it speaks to the part of us that longs to venture into the unknown and explore the farthest reaches of our world.


Line by Line Meaning

Far away places with strange sounding names
Places that are distant from where I am now, with names that are unfamiliar and sound exotic.


Far away over the sea
These places are so far away that they are across the ocean from where I currently am.


Those far away places with the strange sounding names are
Referring back to the first line, those specific places that were mentioned before.


Calling, calling me
These places are drawing me towards them and I feel a strong desire to go there.


Goin' to China or maybe Siam
I want to travel to places like China or Siam (Thailand) and see them for myself.


I wanna see for myself
I don't want to rely on pictures or descriptions from others, I want to see these far away places with my own eyes.


Those far away places I've been reading about in a Book that I took from a shelf
I have read about these places in a book, and the stories have sparked my curiosity and desire to go there.


I start getting' restless whenever I hear the whistle of a train
The sound of trains reminds me of the possibility of travel, and makes me antsy to get going and experience these far away places.


I pray for the day I can get underway
I am hoping and wishing for the opportunity to travel to these places, and am eagerly awaiting the day that comes.


And look for those castles in Spain
Referring to the phrase 'chasing castles in Spain,' I am searching for something unrealistic or unattainable, but still have a hope to find it.


They call me a dreamer
People may see my desire to travel to these far away places as unrealistic, but I am still holding onto that dream.


Well maybe I am
I am aware that my desire to travel may seem like a far-fetched dream to some, but I still hold onto that hope.


But I know that I'm burning to see those far away places with the strange sounding names
I have a strong passion and eagerness to actually see these far away places that have names that are unfamiliar to me.


Calling, calling me
Once again referencing the places that are calling out to me, drawing me towards them with their intriguing and exotic nature.




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Nywlen

Hanwww John and Cortana... 💙

Liam Ramjean

Great song, shame I've only heard this now

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