Baby Blue
Dylan Lyrics

You must leave now, take what you need, you think will last
It's time to move on and take only what is truly essential to your survival and happiness.

But whatever you wish to keep, you better grab it fast
You need to act quickly to make sure you don't lose the things that truly matter to you.

Yonder stands your orphan with his gun
You are alone in this world and must be prepared to defend yourself against any threats.

Crying like a fire in the sun
Your pain and suffering is intense and overwhelming, like the heat of a burning fire in bright daylight.

Look out, the saints are comin' through
The forces of good and righteousness are on their way to triumph over the darkness and chaos of the world.

And it's all over now, baby blue
Your old life is gone and a new era is beginning, bringing both hope and uncertainty.

The highway is for gamblers, better use your sense
You can't afford to take chances or make risky decisions if you want to survive in this world.

Take what you have gathered from coincidence
Use the knowledge and wisdom you've gained from your experiences, chance encounters, and serendipitous moments to guide your future.

The empty-handed painter from your streets
Even the most talented and creative people can end up with nothing to show for it.

Is drawing crazy patterns on your sheets
Your life may seem chaotic and unpredictable, with no clear direction or purpose.

The sky, too, is folding under you
The universe itself feels unstable and unpredictable, as if reality itself is crumbling beneath your feet.

And it's all over now, baby blue
The world you once knew is gone forever and you must find a way to adapt to the changes and challenges ahead.

All your seasick sailors, they are rowing home
People who have been lost, confused, and struggling to find their way are finally finding their way back to safety and security.

Your empty-handed army is all going home
The people who were once standing united with you have abandoned you and left you to face your struggles alone.

You lover who just walked out your door
The person you loved has left you, leaving you heartbroken and empty.

Has taken all his blankets from the floor
They have taken everything that gave you comfort and warmth, leaving you with nothing to hold onto but your own pain and sadness.

The carpet, too, is moving under you
The very ground beneath your feet feels unstable and uncertain, as if it could give way at any moment.

And it's all over now, baby blue
Your old way of life is gone forever and you must find a way to build a new one for yourself from scratch.

Leave your stepping stones behind now, something calls for you
You must let go of the past and all the things that used to guide you in order to move forward into a new future.

Forget the dead you've left, they will not follow you
You can't dwell on the losses and tragedies of the past, but must find a way to leave them behind and move on.

The vagabond who's rapping at your door
A new and unexpected opportunity has presented itself to you, but you are unsure of whether or not to take it.

Is standing in the clothes that you once wore
The past is coming back to you in unexpected ways, and you must learn to navigate these new challenges while still holding onto the lessons you've learned.

Strike another match, go start anew
It's time to light the fire of a new passion, begin a new adventure, and start over from scratch once again.

And it's all over now, baby blue
Your old life is gone and you must embrace this new beginning with all the hope and fear that comes with it.