Trilogy
Emerson Lake Lyrics
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The love that ended
Long ago although we still pretend
Our love is surely coming to an end
Don't waste the time you've got to love again
We tried to lie
But you and I
The thought of lying to you makes me cry
Counting up the time that's passed us by
I've sent this letter hoping it will reach your hand
And if it does I hope that you will understand
That I must leave in a while
And though I smile
You know the smile is only there to hide
What I'm really feeling deep inside
Just a face where I can hang my pride
Goodbye
Goodbye
We'll talk of places that we went
And times that we have spent
Together penniless and free
You'll see the day another way
And they could put the sunshine
for a nighttime where you lay
You're love began I don't know when
But if you do I know that
you'll be happy in the end
The lyrics of the song 'Trilogy' by Emerson Lake are deep and profound. They touch upon the themes of lost love, regret, and nostalgia. The opening line "I've tried to mend the love that ended long ago" speaks volumes about the desperation of a person who wants to reignite a flame that once was bright but has since faded away. The song uses various metaphors and poetic devices to create a vivid picture of the pain and turmoil that the singer is feeling. The line "Just a face where I can hang my pride" is particularly poignant, as it conveys a sense of loneliness and vulnerability that is hard to express in words.
The second stanza continues to delve into the theme of honesty and authenticity in a relationship. The line "The thought of lying to you makes me cry" is a powerful statement about the importance of trust and transparency in any romantic relationship. The song acknowledges that sometimes love isn't enough, and that people have to make difficult choices and sacrifices to do what is right for them. The line "Goodbye, goodbye" at the end is a bittersweet farewell to a past that can never be reclaimed.
Line by Line Meaning
I've tried to mend
I have attempted to fix the problems in our relationship
The love that ended
The feelings we had for each other dissipated
Long ago although we still pretend
Even though it has been a while, we still act like our love is strong
Our love is surely coming to an end
Our relationship is slowly coming to a close
Don't waste the time you've got to love again
Use the time you have wisely to find love once more
We tried to lie
We attempted to deceive each other
But you and I
Both parties involved in the relationship
Know better than to let each other lie
We are aware that it is wrong to deceive one another
The thought of lying to you makes me cry
The idea of being dishonest with the other person brings me sadness
Counting up the time that's passed us by
Reflecting on the length of time that has gone by since the beginning of our relationship
I've sent this letter hoping it will reach your hand
I wrote this letter with the desire that it finds its way to you
And if it does I hope that you will understand
In the case that you receive it, I hope you comprehend the message
That I must leave in a while
I have to depart soon
And though I smile
Even though I am putting on a happy face
You know the smile is only there to hide
You understand that the grin is just to conceal
What I'm really feeling deep inside
The emotions I am genuinely experiencing internally
Just a face where I can hang my pride
I am just trying to maintain my dignity in front of you
Goodbye
Farewell
We'll talk of places that we went
We will reminisce about the locations we visited
And times that we have spent
And the moments we shared
Together penniless and free
As a couple with no wealth or commitments
You'll see the day another way
You will have a different outlook on the future
And they could put the sunshine
Even if the sun sets
For a nighttime where you lay
You will remain content in the darkness
Your love began I don't know when
I am unsure when your affection started
But if you do I know that
But if you recall the exact date
you'll be happy in the end
You will find satisfaction in the final realization of it all
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00:00 - The Endless Enigma (Part 1)
06:42 - Fugue (Instrumental)
08:39 - The Endless Enigma (Part 2)
10:40 - From the Beginning
14:54 - The Sheriff
18:15 - Hoedown (Instrumental)
22:00 - Trilogy
30:52 - Living Sin
34:05 - Abaddon's Bolero (Instrumental)
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00:00 - The Endless Enigma (Part 1)
06:42 - Fugue (Instrumental)
08:39 - The Endless Enigma (Part 2)
10:40 - From the Beginning
14:54 - The Sheriff
18:15 - Hoedown (Instrumental)
22:00 - Trilogy
30:52 - Living Sin
34:05 - Abaddon's Bolero (Instrumental)
@gordonlandreth9550
Over fifty years old and still sounds wonderful , definitely ELP was one of the best bands of the 70's .
@michelebravin2248
Masterpiece. Period. Like it or not 😉
@egoslave7772
Stunning and unrivaled. Arguably the greatest Prog album of all time.
@gerrycoogan6544
It's definitely on the (very) short list along with "Brain Salad Surgery".
But whenever I listen to "Foxtrot" or "Selling England...", I swither.
Genesis or ELP?
If it was a football match, I think it would be a 4-4 draw with both sets of fans applauding a superb game at the final whistle and, in the pub an hour later, agreeing that ELP probably scored the most spectacular goal of the match but that Genesis thoroughly deserved at least a point.
@ericsguitar8029
agreed. Except...not arguably.
@FILIOUS_DEO_FRATER_UT_SATANAS
It's Undeniably great, but the best prog album ever? Not in the same universe as In The Court Of The Crimson King, mate.
@egoslave7772
@@FILIOUS_DEO_FRATER_UT_SATANAS , nah, great album but doesnt come close for my taste. If I was to choose an alternative to Trilogy, it would be yes - tales from topographic oceans or Close to the Edge. For Crimson, I prefer Larks' Tongues in Aspic.
@FILIOUS_DEO_FRATER_UT_SATANAS
@@egoslave7772 Actually, Larks' Tongues is possibly my favorite Crimson album.
@silviacristinaleal3698
Algo dentro de mí se estremece cuando escucho éste long play. El gen ancestral revive en el sur del mundo, nacida en Comodoro Rivadavia, Patagonia, Argentina. La música despierta en dónde sea que la sangre vive.