Catch the Wind
Donovan (Catch The Wind) Lyrics
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Of uncertainty
I want to be
In the warm hold of your loving mind
To feel you all around me
And to take your hand
Along the sand
When sundown pales the sky
I want to hide a while
Behind your smile
And everywhere I'd look, your eyes I'd find
For me to love you now
Would be the sweetest thing
T'would make me sing
Ah, but I may as well try and catch the wind
Diddy di dee dee diddy diddy
Diddy diddy diddy dee dee dee
When rain has hung the leaves with tears
I want you near to kill my fears
To help me to leave all my blues behind
For standin' in your heart
Is where I want to be
And long to be
Ah, but I may as well try and catch the wind
Ah, but I may as well try and catch the wind
The lyrics to Joan Baez's song, Catch the Wind, is a reflection of the uncertainty and longing that one feels in a relationship. The opening lines are an indication of the confusion that the singer feels about their current romantic situation. The use of the word, "chilly", is a metaphor for the uncertainty and the lack of warmth that they feel in their life right now. The singer seeks comfort from their partner's "loving mind" and to feel them around them. They also express a desire to take their partner's hand and walk together along the beach. However, the singer realizes that their desires may be unattainable and they compare it to trying to catch the wind.
The song expresses the desire to hide behind their partner's smile when feeling vulnerable and to be able to look into their eyes and find comfort. They admit that loving their partner would be the best thing for them and would make them feel fulfilled. But the singer knows that this may not be possible, and they draw a comparison to catching the wind, something that is intangible and impossible to grasp.
The final verse speaks to the singer's desire to have their partner near them during tough times. They admit to wanting to be in their partner's heart and to be with them through difficult situations. However, despite their longing, the singer admits that they may never be able to catch the wind, meaning that they may never be able to have the relationship they so deeply desire.
Line by Line Meaning
In the chilly hours and minutes
Of uncertainty
During the uncertain times, I want to be in a warm and loving embrace
I want to be
In the warm hold of your loving mind
I desire to feel secure and protected in your loving thoughts and intentions
To feel you all around me
And to take your hand
Along the sand
I long for an intimate connection with you, exploring the world hand in hand
Ah, but I may as well try and catch the wind
I realize it may be futile to try and attain the unattainable, but I cannot help but hope
When sundown pales the sky
I want to hide a while
Behind your smile
During the dark moments, I yearn for your comfort, safety and genuine care
And everywhere I'd look, your eyes I'd find
I know that in your gaze, I can always find solace and direction
For me to love you now
Would be the sweetest thing
T'would make me sing
My love for you is the purest, most beautiful thing that could ever happen to me
When rain has hung the leaves with tears
I want you near to kill my fears
To help me to leave all my blues behind
When I am down, your presence and love can dispel all doubts and worries and allow me to move forward
For standin' in your heart
Is where I want to be
And long to be
Being in your loving embrace is where I belong, and where I hope to remain forever
Ah, but I may as well try and catch the wind
Despite the odds, I cannot resist the urge to pursue my desires, even if they seem impossible to achieve
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: DONOVAN LEITCH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jeffreybarkin3177
Condolences...
However, it seems immortalizing your Tragic Loss this way will make it Harder to move on after such pain...
Might be different if you had a Relationship with the lost birth; so this seems like a "Harsh Reminder".
Thank you for considering my views on such a Personal SENSITIVE ISSUE...
Felt Down and Saddened by your connection and compelled to respond, considering that DONOVAN wrote Such a Masterpiece Song. Thank you again...
@lisaowens5070
Catch The Wind
Donovan
In the chilly hours and minutes
Of uncertainty, I want to be
In the warm hold of your loving mind
To feel you all around me
And to take your hand, along the sand
Ah, but I may as well try and catch the wind
When sundown pales the sky
I want to hide a while, behind your smile
And everywhere I'd look, your eyes I'd find
For me to love you now
Would be the sweetest thing
That would make me sing
Ah, but I may as well, try and catch the wind
When rain has hung the leaves with tears
I want you near, to kill my fears
To help me to leave all my blues behind
For standin' in your heart
Is where I want to be, and I long to be
Ah, but I may as well, try and catch the wind
Ah, but I may as well, try and catch the wind
@itisonlyadream
I'm now over 80 and nearing the end of this journey. I've arranged to be cremated and have my ashes scattered at sunset from a boat in the Gulf of Mexico. Nobody I've known or loved in this life is still alive. Nobody I've known or loved will be there for the scattering of my ashes, but my last request is to have this song played as my ashes are scattered to the wind. Nobody I've known will be there to hear the song, only people who are paid to be there will hear it. But this is my last wish, and t'would be the sweetest thing to know this beautiful song will be playing. I should add, that I'm in excellent health, and I don't expect to check out anytime soon. I'm just saying how I'd like to have my ashes disposed of when the time finally comes.
@1spiritdancer
As Beauty is beauty whether it is understood and seen by others or not, so shall you be!<3
@1spiritdancer
I want peeps singing this with song lyrics when I go #itisonlyadream https://youtu.be/rCb4U3XeOHc
@lacasadinuvole
This song fits into our lives perfectly, as I'm also sure you'll stay on this earth for many years to come Peace.
@mathmusic1490
'......T'wood make me sing.' I'm comin' down the road behind ya'. Peace.
@joeyg9334
bless you.
@JohnC-ic4js
Donovan helped me find my way back from Vietnam.
@brendatanner1259
No one ever really tells you how fast life will pass you by. Hearing the first songs you loved, reminds you that deep in your heart and soul, you are still the person you used to be. After mostly a lifetime of tragedy and pain, I hear this song and it reminds me, I am still the beautiful little soul I was then.
@mrsbermuda1
indeed you are dear Brenda xxx
@wendyqallab6906
You said everything I feel when I hear this song Thank you.