Legend Of Xanadu
Dave Dee Dozy Beaky Mick & Tic Lyrics
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You'll hear my voice
On the wind cross the sand
If you should return
To that black, barren land
that bears the name of Xanadu
Was the love that I sought
Lost from the start
Was the duel that was fought
to win a heart in Xanadu
Now no footsteps leave their traces
Only shadows move in places where we used to go
And the buildings open to the sky
All echo with the vultures cry as if to show
Our love was for a day
And doomed to pass away
In Xanadu
In Xanadu
In Xanadu
(Spoken)
What was it to you that a man lay down his life for your love?
Were those clear eyes of yours ever filled with the pain & tears of grief?
Did you ever give yourself to any one man in this whole wide world?
Or did you love me and will you find your way back one day to Xanadu?
You'll hear my voice
On the wind cross the sand
If you should return
To that black, barren land
that bears the name of Xanadu
In Xanadu
In Xanadu
In Xanadu
The first line of the song "Esta es la rienda de Xanadu" translates to "This is the legend of Xanadu," which sets the tone for the rest of the song. The lyrics are about lost love and the mythical land of Xanadu. The singer reflects on a past love that was cursed from the beginning, but the feelings were strong enough to fight for, even though the battle was lost.
Xanadu, referenced throughout the song, is a reference to the ancient city of the same name, originally located in Inner Mongolia, and made famous in the poem "Kubla Khan" by Samuel Taylor Coleridge. The city is often seen as a symbol of perfection and idyllic paradise in literature, and in this song, it represents the dream of a perfect love that can never be achieved.
The singer's desperation is palpable in the lyrics. The overall theme of the song is a search for something that is unattainable. The verses are filled with melancholy and longing, while the chorus is more of a statement of fact.
Overall, "Legend Of Xanadu" is a haunting ballad that explores themes of lost love and unattainable dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
You'll hear my voice
On the wind cross the sand
If you should return
To that black, barren land
that bears the name of Xanadu
The singer hopes that the person they love will come back to Xanadu someday and they will hear their voice on the wind.
Cursed without hope
Was the love that I sought
Lost from the start
Was the duel that was fought
to win a heart in Xanadu
The singer believes that their love was doomed from the start and they fought a losing battle to win the heart of their beloved in Xanadu.
Now no footsteps leave their traces
Only shadows move in places where we used to go
And the buildings open to the sky
All echo with the vulture's cry as if to show
Our love was for a day
And doomed to pass away
In Xanadu
The singer laments that their love has faded away and the places they used to go are empty and abandoned. The vultures crying in the sky represent the loss and decay of their relationship in Xanadu.
(Spoken)
What was it to you that a man lay down his life for your love?
Were those clear eyes of yours ever filled with the pain & tears of grief?
Did you ever give yourself to any one man in this whole wide world?
Or did you love me and will you find your way back one day to Xanadu?
The artist questions their beloved, wondering if their love was worth sacrificing a man's life for. They ask if their beloved ever truly loved them or anyone else, and if they will return to Xanadu someday.
In Xanadu
In Xanadu
In Xanadu
The song returns to the refrain, emphasizing how the story of Xanadu has captured the artist's heart and imagination.
Contributed by James T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@theesbband
RIP, Ian Tich Amey, 2300 14/02/24. The best friend I have ever had: miss you, Tich. Love you forever. Tom T and family xxxxx😪😪😪
@lindsaypeterholden2701
54 Years later and I have just been screaming it out on my car Radio in a traffic jam with the windows down BRILLIANT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 70 Year old Rocker!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@Brissieskater1
The age doesn't apply when you enjoy such a brilliant song in a traffic jam. Solidarity brother!
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@josephinemgordon
Yip! Bloody brilliant song🎵
@detlevdiegel6465
You Go Girl/Boy/Them/They!!! 69 here in South Africa but then we always have been a tad behind the times. But when you learn to bend it just a little bit and take it easy life is grand,. Aweh
@alexdury6577
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@heidrunmaas6767
Ich bin 64 Jahre alt. Habe dieses Lied früher immer geliebt und jetzt hier zufällig gefunden . Ich freue mich sehr , Tag gerettet 👍🌹😊
@katysteele6069
I'm 41 and have grown up with a varied education in music from parents, right from the 1920's upwards, and I'm so glad i have. this song is brilliant! what a great tune and Dave Dee's voice is wonderful. I have 3 children, and I'm now passing on my love of good music to them. Thank God for YouTube so we can all enjoy good music
@astront917
One of my dads favourites,
Can still him whistling it although he's sadly gone,
I'll sing it for you dad,miss you.