two roads
Chris Rea Lyrics


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We'll I'm standing by a river but the water doesn't flow
It boils with every poison you can think of
Then I'm underneath the streetlights
But the light of joy I know
Scared beyond belief way down in the shadows

And the perverted fear of violence chokes a smile on every face
And common sense is ringing out the bells
This ain't no technological breakdown
Oh no, this is the road to Hell

And all the roads jam up with credit
And there's nothing you can do
It's all just bits of paper flying away from you
Oh, look out world
Take a good look what comes down here
You must learn this lesson fast and learn it well

This ain't no upwardly mobile freeway
Oh no, this is the road




Said, this is the road
This is the road to Hell

Overall Meaning

The song Two Roads, by Chris Rea, depicts a couple who loves their freedom, but are faced with the realization that their paths in life may not coincide. The singer muses over the irony of how life's most unexpected occurrences happen just when everything seems to be going well, and how a little bit of knowledge can be dangerous. The song appears to be about having to make choices in life and being willing to accept the consequences.


The lyrics describe two different journeys, with neither being inherently wrong. Instead of trying to win a battle, the two elect to take a walk outside in the morning sun, enjoying their individual freedom but still sharing a connection. The couple enjoys good times together, but it is clear that their lives are unlikely to cross paths forever. At the end of the day, the two will always be companions, but traveling down different roads.


Line by Line Meaning

Ain't it funny how you never can tell
It's ironic that sometimes things happen in unexpected ways


It always seems to hit you when it's going so well
Problems arise just when everything appears to be going smoothly


A little knowledge is a dangerous thing
Having incomplete information or understanding can lead to negative consequences


Now it's lawyers-at-midnight and the learning begins
When faced with legal issues, one must quickly become knowledgeable and take action


Let's take a walk outside in the morning sun
Let's step away from our current situation and enjoy some fresh air


Here ain't working out no battles to be won
There's no point in fighting or arguing in this situation


Oh darling take a look at you and me
Let's examine our relationship and personalities


We both love our freedom and we'll always be
We prioritize our independence and will continue to do so


Two roads
We are on separate paths


You can wait a lifetime for the hammer to fall
One can anticipate and dread a negative outcome for a long time


Some folks get lucky they don't see it at all
There are those who are fortunate enough to avoid negative outcomes entirely


We were bound to drift away from the very first day one
Our paths were always destined to diverge


Two different journeys and neither was wrong
We each have our own unique path, and neither is necessarily better or worse


Two different lifetimes we just happened to meet
We come from different backgrounds and experiences, but we found each other


Traded some good times on the corner of the street
We shared some enjoyable moments together in passing


We were no more than strangers attracted to one
Initially, we were two strangers who found each other interesting


And the same sense of freedom but we'll always be on
We both value independence, but we will always remain on separate paths


Two roads
We will continue on our separate ways




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Christopher Anton Rea

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@gizellearnott9731

Cant get enough of your music my favourite 😊🎵🎼🎤🎧🎸❤

@barbarza

his lyrics are so clear and talent...undeniable. Too good.

@SundayHatsBand

We love Rea!!

@SwtTrisha8

Cheers 🥂 to you Chris!
How can this rainy day here in Pensacola Florida be dark and dreary when there’s this Blue Velvety voice of yours and beautiful music to accompany it ?
Thank you for your gift of music rather it’s raining or shinning!
No day can be dreary grey Blue with you, only a deep beautiful inspiring Blue that only gets more vivid and glorious as the day fades away as your songs bring love, comfort, tranquility and yes... even sunshine within, that nobody can see but me.

@athenamats

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@fredflintstone8569

Lovely sentiments.

@charlesbull6188

Hey Trish it's January 2023 here in England it's pissing it down to you heavy rain but listening to this bright sunshine love to you my flower 🌸

@reptilrrudy2389

This is my favorite Chris Rea song from On The Beach

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@jakub199503

"You my love" is the best song of all. "Two roads" is also one of the best.

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