The Zombies disbanded. In the early 70's, Blunstone re-emerged as a solo act, and scored several major hits. The music featured rhythm guitar now and ranged from string arranged melodies, to rock, to American folk. The Zombies were never far away; for instance, "Andorra", written by co-Zombies Rod Argent and White, is a remake of "Time of the Season".
"One Year" was his first solo album.
In the late 70's Colin lent his voice to The Alan Parsons Project, a logical progression from his solo work, as can be heard in a song such as "Old and Wise".
Colin is currently touring and recording again with Rod Argent, another founder member of the Zombies, performing both new material and hits from their joint and solo careers.
miles away
Colin Blunstone Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
I'm not messing about, I've got a mile of self doubt
Yeah, you're not even close yet
Because you're miles away
Another day in bed, sorting out your head
You don't know what you're thinking about
Its funny when you're wrong
You're miles away, no one can stop me
So far, it's funny when you're falling over
You're the robot voice, and the people's choice
Yeah, you blink and it goes wrong
Because you're miles away
You're not even warm, human after all
You don't know what you're talking about
You're not right all of the time
Its funny when you're wrong
You're miles away, no one can stop me
So far, it's funny when you're falling over, oh!
I'm too skint to pay my debtors
Uh-oh un-opened letters
Feels like a siege I'm under
How did you get my number?
Oh oh, it's for the better
Than on the never ever
I'll get back and back and back
And back and back and back, around we go
You're miles away, no one can stop me
So far, it's funny when you're falling over
Miles away, no one can stop me
So far, it's funny when you're falling over
You're not right all of the time
It's funny when you're wrong
You're not right all of the time
It's funny when you're wrong
The song Miles Away by Colin Blunstone is a commentary on the theme of distance and disconnect between two individuals. The singer’s counterpart is “miles away” from him both physically and emotionally. He feels burdened by his own insecurities but finds that the other person is not able to truly understand his struggles. He describes his self-doubt as a mile long, emphasizing how deep-rooted and overwhelming it is for him. The other person in question is portrayed as someone who lacks empathy and insight, someone who is unable to connect with the singer’s situation, hence he is “not even close yet.”
The bridge in the song shifts from discussing the emotional distance between two people to financial struggles. The singer describes being “skint” or broke and receiving unopened letters from creditors. He feels like he is under siege, and the other person is almost antagonistically unsupportive. He wants to break out of this cycle and get back to a better place, back to where he used to be.
Overall, the song paints a picture of mental and emotional distance between two individuals. The singer feels isolated and disconnected from his counterpart, who is uninterested and aloof. The relationship is strained, and there is a sense of frustration and desperation in the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
You're miles away
You are mentally and emotionally distant from me
I'm not messing about, I've got a mile of self doubt
I am serious, I am struggling with a lot of self-doubt
Yeah, you're not even close yet
You are not even close to understanding how I feel
Another day in bed, sorting out your head
You spend your days in bed, trying to sort out your thoughts and emotions
You don't know what you're thinking about
You are confused and unsure about your thoughts
You're not right all of the time
You are not always correct in your judgement or actions
Its funny when you're wrong
It is amusing to see you make mistakes sometimes
No one can stop me
No one can prevent me from pursuing my goals
So far, it's funny when you're falling over
It is humorous to see you fail spectacularly
You're the robot voice, and the people's choice
You speak and act in a robotic manner, conforming to what others want
Yeah, you blink and it goes wrong
Even the slightest mistake causes everything to go wrong for you
You're not even warm, human after all
You lack warmth and humanity in your actions and words
You don't know what you're talking about
You are clueless and uninformed about the subject matter
I'm too skint to pay my debtors
I am too broke to pay off my debts
Uh-oh un-opened letters
I am worried about unpaid bills and correspondence left unopened
Feels like a siege I'm under
I feel like I am under attack by my creditors
How did you get my number?
I am surprised that someone was able to contact me despite my financial situation
Oh oh, it's for the better
I hope that this experience will ultimately benefit me
Than on the never ever
Instead of postponing or avoiding the issue indefinitely
I'll get back and back and back, and back and back and back, around we go
I will keep trying to resolve my financial issues, even if it feels like a never-ending cycle
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Capitol CMG Publishing, Anthem Entertainment, Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: . MADONNA, TIMOTHY MOSLEY, NATE HILLS, JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@geralddadap1761
Am so proud I grew up in those decades when this song hit the airwaves...so nostalgic.
@Genesis501-hr4er
I visit your home friend
@pinkberry1552
The magical voice of Colin Blunstone makes this song timeless.
@Genesis501-hr4er
I visit your home friend
@patriciaappleyard3764
Beautiful words, especially when you're missing someone special. ❤
@jocelynaloba1435
My husband is now in heaven a very appropriate song for us.. If only I could reach him.. I love him very much the love of my life..
@Thinnakorn17
This is a song of my parents before they decided to call it quits. This makes me cry even though Im already a grown up. Pain from separation of parents excuses no age.
@kennethv4945
I feel sorry for you
@yasser1072
it made me cry also...
@hootsmon
I hope you can forgive them. They love you.