Discography:
as the Clarke-Boland Big Band The Golden 8 (Blue Note 1961)***, as the C-BBB Jazz Is Universal (Atlantic 1963)***, as the C-BBB The Clarke-Boland Big Band (Atlantic 1963)****, as the C-BBB Now Hear Our Meanin' (CBS 1965)***, as the C-BBB with Carl Drewo Swing, Waltz, Swing (Philips 1966)***, as the C-BBB Sax No End aka Fire, Soul, Heat & Guts (Saba/Prestige 1967)****, as the C-BBB Out Of The Folk Bag (Columbia 1967)***, as the C-BBB Open Door (Muse 1967)***, as the C-BBB Seventeen Men And Their Music (Campi 1967)***, as the C-BBB Let's Face The Music (Prestige 1968)***, as the C-BBB More (Campi 1968)***, as the C-BBB Faces (MPS 1968)***, as the C-BBB Latin Kaleidoscope (MPS 1968)***, as the C-BBB Fellini 712 (Polydor 1968)***, as the C-BBB Volcano (MPS 1969)***, as the C-BBB Rue Chaptal (MPS 1969)***, as the C-BBB All Blues (MPS 1969)***, as the C-BBB Francy Boland And His Orchestra (Suprahon 1969)***, as the C-BBB At Her Majesty's Pleasure aka Doin' Time (Black Lion 1969)***, as the C-BBB Our Kind Of Sabi (Polydor 1970)***, as the C-BBB Off Limits (Polydor 1970)***, as the C-BBB with Carmen McRae November Girl (Black Lion 1970)***, as the C-BBB Change Of Scenes (Verve 1971)**, as the C-BBB More Smiles (MPS 1972)***, as the C-BBB Latin Kaleidoscope (MPS 1973)***, with the Orchestra 1. Blue Flame (MPS 1976)***, with the Orchestra 2. Red Hot (MPS 1977)***, with the Orchestra 3. White Heat (MPS 1978)***, as the C-BBB Calypso Blues 1965 recording (Ubiquity 1998)****, as the C-BBB Handle With Care (Koch 2000)****.
Yesterdays
Francy Boland & The Orchestra Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
And is it real or just something we think we know?
Where are we going now, where do we go?
'Cause if it's the same as yesterday, you know I'm out
Just so you know
Because, because our paths they cross
Yesterday was hard on all of us
And who can we trust from here, who can we trust?
And are you real or just something from wanderlust?
Who can you trust from hear, sweet flower, who can you trust?
From cradle to grave, from ashes to ashes
From dust to dust
Because, because our paths they cross
Yesterday was hard on all of us
On all of us
Where do we go from here, where do we go?
And we got nothing we can trust and nothing we can sell
And how do we get out?
How do we move around with all these eyes on us?
Tell you what, you go first
It's almost like it's kind of rehearsed
Because, because our paths they cross
Yesterday was hard on all of us
On all of us
The lyrics to Francy Boland & The Orchestra's song "Yesterdays" reflect a sense of uncertainty and questioning about the future. The repeated refrain "Where do we go from here, where do we go?" suggests a feeling of being lost or unsure of the next steps in life. The line "And is it real or just something we think we know?" suggests a skepticism towards the reality of the choices or options available.
The lyrics continue to explore the theme of trust, asking "Who can we trust from here?" This can be interpreted as a reflection on the difficulty of finding reliable and trustworthy individuals or sources in a world ridden with uncertainty. The line "From cradle to grave, from ashes to ashes, from dust to dust" suggests a contemplation of life's journey and the transient nature of existence.
The phrase "because our paths they cross" implies a shared experience or struggle that brings people together. The repetition of the line "Yesterday was hard on all of us" further emphasizes this sense of collective hardship, implying that the challenges faced in the past have affected everyone in some way.
The final verse further explores the theme of uncertainty, expressing a lack of trust and dependence on external factors. The lines "And we got nothing we can trust and nothing we can sell" suggest a feeling of being trapped or confined, with a lack of viable options or solutions. The question "How do we move around with all these eyes on us?" reflects a sense of scrutiny and judgement from others, making it difficult to navigate forward. The reference to a rehearsed performance suggests the feeling of being trapped in a cyclical or predictable pattern.
Overall, the lyrics to "Yesterdays" evoke a sense of existential questioning and uncertainty about the future. The song explores themes of trust, shared experiences, and the difficulty of finding a sense of direction in a world that feels unpredictable and unreliable.
Line by Line Meaning
Where do we go from here, where do we go?
What is the next step for us, where should we go?
And is it real or just something we think we know?
Is the situation genuine or just a perception we have?
Where are we going now, where do we go?
What is our current destination, where should we go?
'Cause if it's the same as yesterday, you know I'm out
If it's repeating the same as yesterday, I am not interested
Just so you know
I want to make sure you are aware
Because, because our paths they cross
The paths we take intersect
Yesterday was hard on all of us
Yesterday was difficult for everyone
On all of us
Affecting each and every one of us
And who can we trust from here, who can we trust?
Who can we rely on in this situation, who is trustworthy?
And are you real or just something from wanderlust?
Are you genuinely here or just a fleeting desire?
Who can you trust from hear, sweet flower, who can you trust?
Whom can you confide in, dear person, who is worthy of your trust?
From cradle to grave, from ashes to ashes
Throughout our entire lives, from birth to death
From dust to dust
Returning to where we came from
And we got nothing we can trust and nothing we can sell
We have no reliable options and nothing of value to offer
And how do we get out?
How can we find an escape?
How do we move around with all these eyes on us?
How can we navigate when there are so many watching us?
Tell you what, you go first
Here's an idea, why don't you take the lead?
It's almost like it's kind of rehearsed
It feels as if it has been practiced or planned beforehand
Because, because our paths they cross
The paths we take intersect
Yesterday was hard on all of us
Yesterday was difficult for everyone
On all of us
Affecting each and every one of us
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: FINIAN GREENALL, GUY WHITTAKER, TIM THORNTON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind