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Casey McPherson: Vocals, Keyboards, Rhythm Guitar
Neal Morse: Keyboard, Vocals
Dave LaRue: Bass Guitar
Mike Portnoy: Drums, Percussion, Vocals
Formed by members/former members of bands such as Deep Purple, Dream Theater, Dixie Dregs, Transatlantic, Spock's Beard, and Liquid Tension Experiment in 2011, Flying Colors is releasing their debut album on March 27th, 2012.
The Storm
Flying Colors Lyrics
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When my life was easy
Stretched out in the sun
Everything was clover
The world was off my shoulders for awhile
But then the sky turned a bomb fire shade
And hit me like a gun
There's no flying over
The storm
We will dance as it breaks
The storm
It will give as it takes
And all of our pain is washed away
Don't cry or be afraid
Some things only can be made
In the storm
Sometimes we get swept away
We're forced to take the change
The desert gives you comfort
You can't stay here all your wounded life
Underneath is the tempest rage
Your secrets come undone
When mountains need movin'
Let me help you through it
The storm
We will dance as it breaks
The storm
Comes as fast as it fades
And all of our pain is washed away
Don't cry or be afraid
Some things only can be made
In the storm
All your secrets come undone
Every web you've ever spun
All your secrets come undone
Let'em go
Let it come
The storm
We will dance as it breaks
The storm
Gives you more than it takes
And all of our pain is washed away
Stare chaos in the face
We need only to embrace
Don't cry or be afraid
Some things only can be made
In the storm
The lyrics of Flying Colors’ song “The Storm” revolve around a tumultuous time in someone’s life. The song opens with the singer reminiscing about a time when life was easy and carefree, basking in the sun with everything going well. However, as often happens in life, things change drastically as the metaphorical storm hits. The imagery of the sky turning a fiery shade and hitting the singer like a gun powerfully conveys the suddenness and the intensity of this change. Despite the severity of the storm, the lyrics also suggest that it is an unavoidable part of life, and it cannot be avoided or ‘flown over.’
The chorus of the song describes finding the strength to endure the storm and come out on the other side. It speaks of dancing through the storm and embracing it rather than being afraid, accepting that sometimes pain is necessary to push through and make progress. The lyrics imply that the tribulations faced during the storm can ultimately lead to growth and internal fortitude. The song’s overarching message is to face whatever trials come your way and rise above them.
Line by Line Meaning
There was a time
A time when life was easy and carefree
When my life was easy
A time in which life was simple and uncomplicated
Stretched out in the sun
Relaxed and enjoying life's pleasures
Everything was clover
Living a perfect and idyllic life
The world was off my shoulders for awhile
No troubles or worries for a period of time
But then the sky turned a bomb fire shade
Things suddenly changed and became intense
And hit me like a gun
The impact of the change was overwhelming
It passed with flying colors
Emerging from the change successfully
There's no flying over
There's no avoiding or skipping the process
The storm
The turbulent and uncertain times in life
We will dance as it breaks
Embracing the change and finding a way to enjoy it
It will give as it takes
Providing opportunities as well as taking things away
And all of our pain is washed away
The difficulties and struggles are made easier to bear
Don't cry or be afraid
Don't be overcome by fear or sadness
Some things only can be made
Certain experiences are necessary to shape us
In the storm
During the tough and trying times
Sometimes we get swept away
Occasionally we have no choice but to move forward with change
We're forced to take the change
Change can be imposed upon us and we must adapt
The desert gives you comfort
Finding solace and peace in barren or isolated places
You can't stay here all your wounded life
We must move on from painful experiences
Underneath is the tempest rage
There may be hidden pain or rage that contributes to one's struggles
Your secrets come undone
One's inner thoughts or feelings may be revealed in turbulent times
When mountains need movin'
When faced with an insurmountable challenge
Let me help you through it
Accepting help from others in difficult times
All your secrets come undone
The emotional baggage and personal secrets become exposed
Every web you've ever spun
All the intricate lies and deceit unravel
Let'em go
Releasing the falsehoods and past baggage
Let it come
Facing the challenges and changes head-on
Gives you more than it takes
The challenges and adversity can provide opportunities for growth
Stare chaos in the face
Facing and confronting the chaos and uncertainty
We need only to embrace
We must accept and confront the changing circumstances
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Casey McPherson, David La Rue, Michael Portnoy, Neal Morse, Steve Morse
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Larry Mccarty
Who cares if its "metal" or "prog", Commercial, or pop, it's just a great fucking song by a great fucking band
Christian Espinoza
+Larry Mccarty yeah, the music don't have labels or barriers...
DICARLOSxBE
Its crazy what Neal add to this album. With gentle piano and synth, strings, organ....makes it complete. Well done all of them.
Biakzuala Vangchhia
That guitar solo 🔥🔥❤️😎
Andrea Limonta
Now it sounds better and sadder than ever....
Erix Pizano
Steve Morse is straight up awesomeness!
Airton Sobral
Only excelent musicians can be better live than studio!!
darthdevi
Damn, why hadn't I discovered these guys before? Definitely a band to watch out for in my library. Love this!
Vikram Vivekanand
Hehehe nice to see you here!!
Cory Howell
Steve's playing is at once beautiful and muscular. He's fantastic.