Taking Flight
Eelke Kleijn Lyrics
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The stars of the silver screen
Sharing views on Mulholland Drive
Make believe just to say these words
Reality is just a blur
Cocktail parties with the great divide
My passion my muse
This is our chance
Our breakthrough
The normal life is gone for good
The warm embrace from Hollywood
They’ll tell you anything you’d like
Left your hometown, cut your ties
Promises are sweetest lies
They’ll always win without a fight
Liftoff taking flight
The future’s burning bright
Liftoff taking flight
The future’s burning bright
Moonlight
Late night
Liftoff taking flight
The future’s burning bright
Liftoff taking flight
The future’s burning bright
The opening lines of Eelke Kleijn's Taking Flight are an ode to the glamour and fame of Hollywood. The song talks about how the kings and queens of the silver screen who reside in their luxurious homes on the Mulholland Drive have an alternate reality - they share their views on the world but they are mostly "make believe" and far from the harsh reality of daily life. Reality is just a blur as they lose themselves in the charm of cocktails, and partying with the so-called "great divide". The chorus hints that they have a passion that drives them to work harder, and they cannot lose sight of their chance to break through, as the normal life is gone for the good.
As the song progresses, it highlights the sacrifices that aspiring actors or actresses make to join Hollywood. They leave their hometowns and cut their ties, making their future in the big city an uncertain one as promises are mere sweet lies. Hollywood may be seductive, but it comes at a price where they can't win even with a fight. In the end, the song repeats the chorus, but with more emphasis on the "Moonlight" and "Late-night" showings that make Hollywood famous. It is a final reminder that those who take flight will have a future that is burning bright.
Line by Line Meaning
Long live the kings and queens
Let's celebrate and honor the famous and successful people in our society.
The stars of the silver screen
Refers to the movie stars who are idolized and admired by many people.
Sharing views on Mulholland Drive
Refers to discussing important topics and sharing opinions while enjoying the scenic drive on Mulholland Drive in Los Angeles.
Make believe just to say these words
Sometimes people pretend or exaggerate things just to impress others.
Reality is just a blur
In Hollywood, it's hard to distinguish between what's real and what's not.
Cocktail parties with the great divide
At social events, there is often a divide between the wealthy and famous and the common people.
My passion my muse
My inspiration and motivation in life.
We can’t lose
We are confident and determined to succeed.
This is our chance
We have an opportunity to pursue our dreams and succeed.
Our breakthrough
We have achieved a significant accomplishment or success.
The normal life is gone for good
Once you become famous and successful, your life will never be the same as it was before.
The warm embrace from Hollywood
The welcoming and supportive nature of Hollywood towards talented individuals.
They’ll tell you anything you’d like
People in Hollywood may say anything to please others or make themselves look good.
Left your hometown, cut your ties
Once you leave your hometown, you may lose some connections and relationships with people there.
Promises are sweetest lies
Promises in Hollywood may seem appealing and sweet, but often they are not kept.
They’ll always win without a fight
Famous people often get their way without having to struggle or fight for it due to their influential status.
Liftoff taking flight
An exciting and promising new journey or venture is beginning.
The future’s burning bright
The future is full of potential and opportunity.
Moonlight
A beautiful and romantic night setting.
Late night
Refers to an exciting and lively night atmosphere.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: EELKE KLEIJN, NATHAN NICHOLSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Brick_Reporter
Absolutely fantastic track!!! True masterpiece from true master.
Energy and harmony and balance in sound, voice and lyrics!
Im amazed how Eelke is able to raise his own bar higher and higher!
Thank you very much for your music Maesto Eelke Kleijn!
psixakias
This is why i love music 🎶
Евгений Котляров
Просто супер! Классный трек!!!!!
haitham salah
You are great, brother, Amazing amazing amazing, from a long time, have never heard one like that make me dance all the night.
Paul Hawkins
This song is life. I enjoyed it just now driving home under this hot summer night
psixakias
And the moment u are sure u are loving this... At 3.35 another part kicks in and u are in love
Dominik Makowski
I LOVE THIS KIND OF MUSIC
só zueira Dutra
som muito bom🇧🇷🇧🇷
JDtunez
Really enjoyed this track & the lyrics 🎶💙😎👍🏼
Sanja Savic
Very nice 💕💟