Eloy is a progressive rock band from Germany, whose musical style includes … Read Full Bio ↴Eloy is a progressive rock band from Germany, whose musical style includes symphonic and space rock, the latter being more prevalent on earlier albums. The band took their name from the Eloi, a futuristic race of people in the H.G. Wells novel The Time Machine.

Founded in 1969 by guitarist Frank Bornemann, the band has endured several line-up changes, with Bornemann being the only consistent member of the group. In the 1980s, after a series of major splits (like in 1984 although reformed in 1988) in the group, Bornemann pursued a more commercial direction. Despite attracting a large following, the band never gained popularity in the United States.

However, in later years, former members of the band re-joined, and in 1998 fans delighted in hearing Ocean 2, a return to the classic symphonic progressive genre that the band was so well known for. A sequel to the 1977's original, it is commonly thought among fans that it successfully recaptures the spirit of the band, and is a worthy follow-up to the much beloved classic.

Of the band's numerous records, fans generally consider Inside, Floating, Dawn, Ocean, Silent Cries & Mighty Echoes, Planets and Ocean 2 to be the superior albums.

Despite their nationality, the band is not generally considered krautrock due to their sound which has much more in common with English progressive groups such as Pink Floyd and Yes.

In 2009 after a decade of hiatus Frank Bornemann released a DVD celebrating their 40th anniversary and a new album called Visionairy.

In the following period he worked on a concept double album about the life of the Maid of Orleans, Jeanne d'Arc. The album The Vision, the Sword and the Pyre, Pt. 1 was released in 2017, followed by The Vision, the Sword and the Pyre, Pt. 2 in 2019.

Current Line-up:
Frank Bornemann
Klaus-Peter Matziol
Hannes Arkona
Hannes Folberth
Bodo Schopf

Wings of Vision
Eloy Lyrics

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The path is clearer
Your eyes can see
The course be lay down
So long before

The truth is nearer
Than we believe
Mind stories

For your shores

Brings ????
And close your eyes
We’ll be walking
Just like behind

Your wings of vision
Blend my demand
For your thoughts
That bird of space and skies

In a cage of birds
We don’t understand
It folds it’s wings
That can not fly

Brings ????
And close your eyes
We’ll be walking
Just like behind

Who among you
Does not feel
????
To love this moments
The hidden words break of your source
That soundless do you see
And there you found the treasuries

Your wings of vision
Blend my demand
For your thoughts
That bird of space and skies

In a cage of birds
We don’t understand
Folds it’s wings
That can not fly

Brings ????
And close your eyes
We’ll be walking
Just like behind

Sharing of laughter
Now, now
Mystical silence

Sharing of laughter
Now, now
Mystical silence

Sharing of laughter
Now, now
Mystical silence

Sharing of laughter

Now, now
Mystical silence

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Eloy's "Wings of Vision" describe a journey of self-discovery and the search for truth. The singer urges the listener to open their eyes and see the path that has been laid out for them, one that has been present all along. The truth is closer than they think, and their mind stories must be left behind at the shore so that they can soar with the "bird of space and skies" - a metaphor for their inner selves. In this journey, the listener's "wings of vision" will blend with the singer's demand for their thoughts, leading to a greater understanding of themselves and the world around them.

The image of a "cage of birds" is used to represent the restrictions that we place on ourselves, preventing us from exploring our true potential. The singer urges the listener to break free from these restrictions, unlock their hidden potential, and embrace their moments of love and joy. The journey is not an easy one, and there will be moments of "mystical silence" - a peaceful moment of self-reflection.

The song's overall message is powerful and inspiring, encouraging the listener to take charge of their lives and break free from their self-imposed limitations. The soaring melody and dreamy vocals add to the song's otherworldly atmosphere, perfectly capturing the feeling of embarking on a spiritual journey.

Line by Line Meaning

The path is clearer
You have a better understanding of the way to go

Your eyes can see
You have clarity and insight

The course be lay down
The path was set before you long ago

So long before
A long time ago

The truth is nearer
You are closer to the truth than you realize

Than we believe
We tend to underestimate the truth

Mind stories
Our thoughts and beliefs

For your shores
For your understanding

Brings ????
Unknown

And close your eyes
Let go of your senses and observe with your mind

We’ll be walking
We will journey together