Calling You
George Michael and Queen Lyrics
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A desert road from Vegas to nowhere
Someplace better than were you've been
A coffee machine that needs some fixin'
In a little cafe just around the bend
Chorus:
Can't you hear me?
I am calling you
A hot dry wind blows right through me
The baby's crying and I can't sleep
But we both know that a change is coming
Come on closer, sweet release
Chorus
Desert road from Vegas to nowhere
Lyrics written by Marjon
"Calling You" by George Michael and Queen is a hauntingly beautiful song about the search for a better life, a way out of a difficult situation that can only be achieved by moving forward. The first verse sets the scene with a classic road trip image: a desert road from Vegas to nowhere. The singer is looking for someplace better than where they've been, a new start, an opportunity to escape the past and start anew. They stop at a little cafe just around the bend, where the coffee machine needs fixing. This small detail illustrates the imperfection of the surroundings, adding to the sense of longing for something better.
The chorus, "I am calling you, can't you hear me?" conveys the desperation of the situation. The singer is reaching out, seeking a response, looking for a way to break free. The hot dry wind blowing through them in the second verse adds to the sense of discomfort and unrest. The baby crying and inability to sleep illustrate the weight of responsibility and hardship that the singer is experiencing. Still, they hold on to hope, knowing that a change is coming, and that "sweet release" is just around the corner. The song ends with an echo of the opening verse, emphasizing the fact that the journey continues.
Overall, "Calling You" is a powerful song that captures the essence of the human desire for escape and transformation. The lyrics are simple yet deeply meaningful, and the melody is hauntingly beautiful. It's no wonder that this song has become a beloved classic, cherished by fans of both George Michael and Queen.
Line by Line Meaning
A desert road from Vegas to nowhere
Being lost and aimless on a journey to nowhere with no clear direction or purpose.
Someplace better than where you've been
Hoping for a better future than the past experiences that have been endured.
A coffee machine that needs some fixing
A symbol for the conflicts and struggles that need to be addressed in life to create a better outcome.
In a little cafe just around the bend
A beacon of hope that change is possible and better things may be on the horizon.
I am calling you
A plea for help or connection when feeling lost or alone on the journey to a better place.
Can't you hear me?
A call for attention and acknowledgement of the struggles and hardships being faced.
A hot dry wind blows right through me
Feeling exposed, vulnerable and beaten down by external pressures and difficult situations.
The baby's crying and I can't sleep
Being overwhelmed and unable to rest or find peace in the face of life's challenges.
But we both know that a change is coming
Despite feeling lost and helpless, there is a sense of hope that better things are on the horizon.
Come on closer, sweet release
An invitation to connect and be comforted, finding solace and relief from the struggle.
I am calling you
Reiteration of the plea for help or connection on the journey to a better place.
Contributed by Micah E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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A Desert Road From Vegas To Nowhere
Someplace better than where you've been
A coffee machine that needs some fixin' -
In a little cafe just around the bend
Chorus:
I am calling you
Can't you hear me?
I am calling you.
A hot dry wind blows right through me
The baby's crying and i can't sleep
Bit we both know that a change is coming
Gome in closer, sweet release
Chorus
Desert road from vegas to nowhere
Dear friends
So dear friends your love has gone
Only tears to dwell upon
I dare not say as the wind must blow
So a love is lost, a love is won
Go to sleep and dream again
Soon your hopes will rise and then
From all this gloom life can start anew
And there'll be no crying soon
@derekanderson9418
His passing greatly affected me. I loved his music!
@oapouliot1566
Still a beautiful cover George Michael did! Rest in Paradise dear George 🙏🏾💕💕
@FaithHopeLove999
RIP , my dear George.. thank you so much for being the soundtrack for so many moments in my life.. I have been looking for this song for awhile, after first hearing it over 10 years ago. You are a gem, a shinning star, always..RIP. You are loved and missed greatly.
@osvaldojoseecheverriacolla2231
We miss You George M./RIP
@donaldflowers6169
This is what real music sound like
@bk4062
Hauntingly Beautiful!🕯😇🎶🎶🎶💖
@oapouliot1566
still in disbelief about george's passing! thanx for leaving us your music george! Rip!!!
@jorgelidioahumada9010
La voz de Michael contiene su timbre maravillosos, y en cada palabra la interpretación profunda y certera. Un gran artista que perdurará con sus canciones en nuestros mejores recuerdos.
@hollifieldk6749
Hauntingly soothing........miss you George
@christelle9378
This voice ...❤️ ❤️ ❤️