Hand Held In Black & White
Dollar Lyrics
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Colour evening palaces that burn
Some expression leading to the sky
They will wait until you learn to fly
Chorus
Hand held in black and white
Into the northern light
Fly like a silver wing higher
Gliding and other things
Fly like a silver wing higher
Inner visions written on the wall
In graffiti winner takes it all
Take a chance and put your money down
We will race you high above the ground
Repeat chorus
Inner visions written on the wall
In graffiti winner takes it all
Take a chance and put your money down
We will race you high above the ground
Repeat chorus to fade
In Dollar's song "Hand Held In Black & White," the lyrics describe the freedom and adventure that comes with traveling to new destinations. The first verse depicts a journey to Tokyo, where the evening palaces burn with color and expressions lead to the sky. The lyrics suggest that the journey will teach the listener to "learn to fly." The chorus and second verse continue this theme, with the repeated phrase "fly like a silver wing higher" serving as a metaphor for being free, adventurous, and taking chances.
The song also touches on the theme of competition and the idea that the potential for success is written on the wall for those who dare to take risks. The lyrics suggest that by putting down money and racing high above the ground, one can earn the ultimate victory - depicted in graffiti as the winner takes it all. Overall, the lyrics of "Hand Held In Black & White" encourage listeners to break free from their limitations and take advantage of the opportunities that come their way.
Line by Line Meaning
On a ticket Tokyo return
We are going to Tokyo and coming back, possibly with changed perspectives.
Colour evening palaces that burn
The beautiful sight of sunset over burning palaces adds colours to our experience.
Some expression leading to the sky
A deep desire to soar high and touch the sky is reflected in our expressions.
They will wait until you learn to fly
People around us will wait patiently for us to learn how to fly and chase our dreams.
Hand held in black and white
Guided with clarity, as if our hand is being held in black and white, leading us towards our destination.
Into the northern light
Heading towards the light of a new beginning and fresh perspective, possibly in the North.
Fly like a silver wing higher
Flying higher and higher, as if on a silver-winged aircraft that takes us to new heights.
Catching the southern wind
Taking advantage of the strong winds from the south to make our journey faster and easier.
Gliding and other things
Effortlessly moving forward with smooth gliding and other techniques.
Inner visions written on the wall
Our innermost desires and aspirations are etched on the walls of our hearts.
In graffiti winner takes it all
We take a chance and leave our mark, trusting that we can become the ultimate winners.
Take a chance and put your money down
Taking a risk and investing in our dreams with everything we have.
We will race you high above the ground
We will compete to soar to new heights high above the ground.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRUCE WOOLLEY, TREVOR CHARLES HORN
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On a ticket Tokyo return
Colour evening palaces that burn
Some expression leading to the sky
They will wait until you learn to fly
Chorus
Hand held in black and white
Into the northern light
Fly like a silver wing higher
Catching the southern wind
Gliding and other things
Fly like a silver wing higher
Inner visions written on the wall
In graffiti winner takes it all
Take a chance and put your money down
We will race you high above the ground
Repeat chorus
Inner visions written on the wall
In graffiti winner takes it all
Take a chance and put your money down
We will race you high above the ground
Repeat chorus to fade
@keeblem1
Even now, nearly 40 years later, watching Theresa Bazar my heart aches like a love sick teenager! I loved her so much...
@charles5596
He wasnt to be sniffed at either back then ! Lovely looking people
@grahammurfitt4460
I know she was adorable. It's awful thinking its 41 years ago! I was 16 and just escaped from school setting out in the world
@timturpinfleck17642
I know what you mean, she was soooo lovely 😍. Remember this Top of the Pops performance.
@markleyland2772
She’s a babe still
and always will be ❤️❤️❤️
@nigelwilliams9307
She's almost 70 years old now in 2022 which is a bit of a shock but we all get old, if we're lucky. David is now a politician..lol
@manweller1
The bass rift on this is too die for. Trevor horn the man
@oktfg
Thank you Theresa for the persistence convincing Trevor to become a producer and making this song so energising what became the sound of the 80s. 💯😍💥
@Wildzippy
Production from 38 years ago .... but still sounds better than 95% of music now. Trevor Horn and Dollar were a match made in heaven. Amazing.
@andyhopkinson2708
100% better than the Shit that's out now