Limelight
Eric Woolfson Lyrics


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I can see the glow
Of a distant sun
I can feel it inside
Maybe this day
Could be the one

I can hear the roar
Of a distant crowd
They are waiting for me
Calling my name
Shouting out loud

Holding on isn't always easy
I ain't gonna change my mind

Limelight, you were all I ever wanted since it all began
Limelight, shining on me
Telling the world who I am
Limelight, don't let me slip right through your fingers
There's a long way to fall
After all the years of waiting
I'm gonna show them all

I can see the world
In a different light
Now it's easy to say
Where I went wrong
What I did right

I can hear the beat
Of a different drum
Take it all in my stride
Hold my head high
Second to none

Holding on wasn't always easy
Nothing can change my mind

Limelight, you were all I ever wanted since it all began
Limelight, shining on me
Telling the world who I am
Limelight, don't let me slip right through your fingers
There's a long way to fall
After all the years of waiting
I'm gonna show them all

Maybe the role's not easy
Maybe the prize is small




After all the years of waiting
I'm gonna show them all

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Eric Woolfson's 'Limelight' tell the story of an aspiring artist who dreams of being in the limelight and using their talent to shine. The opening lines suggest that the artist sees a distant sun, symbolizing hope and possibility, and feels it inside, representing a strong inner drive to achieve their dreams. The second verse talks about the artist's awareness of making mistakes and learning from them, highlighted by the line 'Where I went wrong, what I did right.' Despite the challenges and obstacles faced in their journey to fame, they hold on to their aspirations, believing that they can make it to the top. The song's chorus underscores the artist's yearning for recognition and validation, epitomized by the limelight, which represents the public's attention and acclaim. The lyrics convey the desire to be noticed and appreciated for one's abilities and hard work, and the determination to overcome any setbacks to make it to the top.


Overall, 'Limelight' is a song about pursuing one's dreams, believing in oneself, and never giving up. It speaks to the struggles and challenges that artists face in their careers, as well as the desire for success and recognition. The song's positive and empowering message makes it a timeless anthem of perseverance and hope.


Line by Line Meaning

I can see the glow
I am aware of a far-off light appearing faintly


Of a distant sun
Emanating from a star that is far away


I can feel it inside
I sense its presence within me


Maybe this day
Possibly, today


Could be the one
Might be the significant opportunity


I can hear the roar
I perceive the sound of loud cheers


Of a distant crowd
Coming from an audience that is far away


They are waiting for me
Expecting me to appear before them


Calling my name
Shouting out my given name


Shouting out loud
Crying out in a boisterous manner


Holding on isn't always easy
Persisting through difficult times is a challenge


I ain't gonna change my mind
I am not going to alter my decision


Limelight, you were all I ever wanted since it all began
Attention and fame were my aspirations from the outset


Limelight, shining on me
Focusing the spotlight on my person


Telling the world who I am
Revealing my identity to the public


Limelight, don't let me slip right through your fingers
Do not let me fall out of the public spotlight


There's a long way to fall
Failure could lead to a great distance downward


After all the years of waiting
Following a prolonged period of anticipation


I'm gonna show them all
I will demonstrate my worth and ability to everyone


I can see the world
I am able to perceive the universe


In a different light
With an alternate outlook


Now it's easy to say
Currently, it is simple to communicate


Where I went wrong
Identifying where errors were made in the past


What I did right
Recognizing which actions were successful


I can hear the beat
I am able to listen to the rhythm


Of a different drum
Originating from an alternative source


Take it all in my stride
Handle everything with composure


Hold my head high
Maintain self-respect and self-esteem


Second to none
Undisputedly superior


Holding on wasn't always easy
Maintaining persistence was frequently arduous


Nothing can change my mind
I am determined and not swayed from my position


Maybe the role's not easy
The part I have is possibly challenging


Maybe the prize is small
The reward for success might not be substantial


After all the years of waiting
Following a prolonged period of anticipation


I'm gonna show them all
I will demonstrate my worth and ability to everyone




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