So Far Away
GILMOUR David Lyrics
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Should I kid myself that I have no fear?
I get no choice, I just have to wait
It may already be too late
I don't know what's going on
She is here, but I am gone, I am gone
She's far away though she looks so near
'Time will tell," she says to me
When a warm ?...? is all I need
Her peace of mind, her strength of will
It will come, she's sure it will
But how can I put my mind at rest?
I feel I'm coming off second best
And I'm cut with my own life
Is this a dream or is it real life?
Oh, sleep, come on me soon
I can't bear this lonely room
Look at that hair lying there
The room is dark, she shows no fear
I'm lying still, my eyes are wide
My heart is pumping, I'm still alive
I'm still awake against my will
What will it ever take to still this burning in me?
The lyrics of "So Far Away" by David Gilmour paint a picture of fear, uncertainty, and isolation. The singer is "suspended" in a state of confusion, unsure of what's going on and whether or not he should be afraid. He feels powerless, forced to wait and see what happens, with the possibility that it may already be too late to change things.
The object of the singer's love is present but distant, represented by the contrast between her physical proximity and emotional distance. She offers reassurance in the form of the phrase "Time will tell," suggesting that she believes things will work out in the end. However, the singer is unable to find comfort in her words and feels as though he is "coming off second best."
The song's final lines suggest a feeling of restlessness and anxiety, with the singer unable to sleep and feeling as though he is "still awake against [his] will." The reference to "burning" suggests intense emotion and a desire to escape from a state of unrest.
Overall, "So Far Away" is a poignant exploration of the human experience of fear, uncertainty, and emotional distance in the face of circumstances beyond our control.
Line by Line Meaning
What am I suspended here?
I am unsure of my current state and feel stuck in a state of ambiguity.
Should I kid myself that I have no fear?
Am I being naive to pretend that I am not afraid of what lies ahead?
I get no choice, I just have to wait
I am left with no other option and must be patient.
It may already be too late
There is a possibility that I have missed my chance.
I don't know what's going on
I am unsure of the current situation.
She is here, but I am gone, I am gone
Although she is present, I feel emotionally disconnected and detached.
My love is lying here
The person I care for is present in the same room.
She's far away though she looks so near
Even though she is within reach, an emotional distance persists.
'Time will tell,' she says to me
She believes that waiting and patience will reveal the truth.
When a warm ?...? is all I need
All I require is a comforting presence to alleviate my anxiety.
Her peace of mind, her strength of will
Her inner calm and determination will help her overcome any challenges.
It will come, she's sure it will
She firmly believes that the solution to our problems will present itself.
But how can I put my mind at rest?
I am struggling to find inner peace and calmness.
I feel I'm coming off second best
I believe that I am losing in this situation.
And I'm cut with my own life
I am deeply affected and hurt by my own circumstances.
Is this a dream or is it real life?
I am questioning the reality of my current situation.
Oh, sleep, come on me soon
I am hoping to find solace and escape through sleep.
I can't bear this lonely room
The silence and emptiness of my current surroundings is unbearable.
Look at that hair lying there
I am observing the physical presence of the object of my affection.
The room is dark, she shows no fear
Although the atmosphere is tense and uncertain, she appears to be composed.
I'm lying still, my eyes are wide
I am physically still, but mentally alert and aware of my surroundings.
My heart is pumping, I'm still alive
Despite the challenges and difficulties, I am still breathing and feeling.
I'm still awake against my will
I am unable to fall asleep despite my exhaustion and longing for rest.
What will it ever take to still this burning in me?
I am struggling to calm the intense emotions and feelings that are consuming me.
Lyrics © IMAGEM U.S. LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID JON GILMOUR
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@SpaceOdditiesLive
Looking at these comments, I am thrilled to see I'm not the only person who absolutely adores this song! The whole album is amazing and has meant so much to me since I bought it in 1978. Definitely my favourite Gilmour solo album.
@airbagradiohead
Today is my first time listening to it as I bought the album today and I am loving it.
@FadeToBlack509
"Her peace of mind her strength of will, it will come she sure it will" bars
@michaelhayward9532
I think this is the most beautiful song of all your original work. Thanks David for all the hours of music that took me somewhere far away :)
@alandoane9168
So happy all these old DG songs are being given a pristine second life. Keep 'em coming!
@tomjenner2432
I couldnt agree more Alan. This was real music. Not the shit that's out there today. I survived the 70s thanks to this type of music. I wouldn't take back my memories for anything. God Bless to all
@HenryWinehard
This album, a true work of art, never gets old.
@user-kn9eq7vm2o
It’s my youth...One of my favorite albums of David.Thank you so much!
@simonedgbaston
Mine to ❤
@caterinarossi9526
Bellissimo.. David magico come sempre