Had to Cry Today
Eric Clapton & Steve Winwood Lyrics
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The feeling's the same as being outside of your door
Had to cry today
Well I saw your sign and I missed you there
I'm taking the chance to see the wind in your eyes while I listen
You say you can't reach me but you want everyone to be free
These lyrics from Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood's song, Had to Cry Today, reflect the emotions of the singer who is reminiscing about a past experience that left them feeling emotional. The singer acknowledges that the memory of that day will stay with them forever, and that the emotions they felt that day are comparable to the feeling of being outside someone's door; the anticipation and uncertainty of what lies on the other side.
The line "Had to cry today" suggests that the singer was moved to tears by whatever happened that day. The next line implies that the singer was hoping to see someone when they visited a certain location, but they were disappointed to find that the person was not there. Despite this disappointment, the singer takes a moment to appreciate the environment and the natural elements around them. They take in the wind and focus on the eyes of the person they were hoping to see.
The final line, "You say you can't reach me but you want everyone to be free," is a bit ambiguous but seems to convey a message of hope and freedom. The person the singer was looking for might not have been able to physically or emotionally reach out to the singer, but they want everyone to experience a sense of liberation and independence.
Line by Line Meaning
It's already written that today will be one to remember
The events of today are predicted to be significant and memorable.
The feeling's the same as being outside of your door
The emotion experienced is comparable to standing outside someone's home.
Had to cry today
Felt compelled to shed tears on this day.
Well I saw your sign and I missed you there
Noticed a sign or signal connected to you, but failed to meet up with you.
I'm taking the chance to see the wind in your eyes while I listen
Seizing the opportunity to observe the subtle changes in your expression while attentively listening.
You say you can't reach me but you want everyone to be free
Your desire for universal freedom is hampered by your inability to connect with me personally.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: STEVE WINWOOD
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gr8deadfan75
Four of the best guitarists currently working today sharing the stage. Yea, it doesn't really get any better than this. Phenomenal.
ironpyrites
Steve Winwood sounds almost exactly as he did when the album first came out in 1969. (That's when I got it on vinyl.) Very few people can cover their own material from 45 years ago and sound just as they did back in the day. Hats off to Mr. Winwood.
kirk von Nordstrom
+ironpirites Winwood was singing for Spencer Davis group in the very early 1960's too. I'm a Man, Gimme Some Lovin' , Keep On Running etc, etc.
IB Fat
+ironpirites
I totally agree
david garione
+kirk johnwiggle And Traffic.
Donald Thieme
Better! Particularly than what they could do live then.
Saflowr Grl
Blind Faith was a great band. Got to see them several times in the early 70s. They didn't last long sadly.
David Meaux
Wow, my faith in Blind Faith has been restored!! Very impressive Eric! Steve, your voice is still strong and well. What a pleasure to watch this.
Patchouli Essence
You can see why Clapton wanted so badly to get together with Winwood again :) That classic riff of theirs is so unbeatable...you just want to hear it over and over again :) I'm so glad there are recordings to preserve such greatness as these performances :) <3
swingmanu
Blind faith: best band Clapton ever had!! The magic lasted for a half album and the thing was gone... what a singer Steve Winwood is!!!!!