She Flies On Strange Wings
Golden Earring Lyrics


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Lonely is the night without you
Just as lonely as the shepherd without sheep
And where flies the falcon,
In the high sweet air
Without hunting this Sprane Valleys deer

She wears softness as a gown
She spreads magic all around
Her feathers still untouched
She takes but nothing and she gives so much

She flies on strange wings
She flies on strange winds
She brings strange things
She flies on strange wings

She takes off when she desires
Silence grows on her lips
She can bring you so much higher
She spreads love on all her trips, yeah

She flies on strange wings
She flies on strange winds
She brings strange things
She flies on strange wings

Woke up this morning
And this feeling came to my head
To fly with her from sky to sky
'Cause my mind seemed to be dead
So I floated up towards her
On my mutilated wings
But all the blackness sings against me now
It's the lady of the strange wings
Yeah, it's the lady of the strange wings
Ooh, it's the lady of the strange wings
Ooh, it's the lady, it's the lady, lady of the strange wings

Ooh oh

She wears softness as a gown
She spreads magic all around
Her feathers still untouched
She takes but nothing and she gives so much

She flies on strange wings
She flies on strange winds




She brings strange things
She flies on strange wings

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Golden Earring's song "She Flies On Strange Wings" tell the story of a strange and mystical woman who has the ability to fly on strange wings and winds. The singer compares his loneliness to that of a shepherd without sheep, but recognizes the beauty and mystery of the woman who can fly freely in the sky like a falcon. She wears softness as a gown and spreads magic all around her, taking nothing and giving so much. The singer is drawn to her and wants to fly with her to escape the blackness and emptiness in his mind.


The woman is portrayed as someone who is above the mundane world, able to take off and fly whenever she desires. She brings strange things with her and spreads love on her trips, making her a figure of wonder and enchantment. The singer is entranced by her and wants to join her in flight, but his mutilated wings and the darkness that surrounds him seem to hold him back. Ultimately, he recognizes that she is the lady of the strange wings and surrenders to her otherworldly presence.


The lyrics to "She Flies On Strange Wings" are open to interpretation and could be interpreted in many ways. They may be about the desire for freedom and adventure or the search for a higher meaning or purpose in life. The strange woman with the ability to fly could represent the unknown and mysterious forces of the universe or the search for transcendence beyond the limits of the physical world. The song is a tribute to the beauty and mystery of the unknown and the desire to break free from the constraints of everyday life.


Line by Line Meaning

Lonely is the night without you
The absence of you makes the night and its darkness unbearable, and one's longing for you is as intense as a shepherd's yearning for his sheep.


Just as lonely as the shepherd without sheep
The loneliness experienced without you is like the solitude felt by a shepherd who has lost his flock.


And where flies the falcon, In the high sweet air Without hunting this Sprane Valleys deer
The falcon soars into the sweet-scented heavens, not to hunt the Sprane Valleys deer, but for the sheer pleasure of flying.


She wears softness as a gown
She has a gentle and delicate demeanor that is akin to soft fabric draped around her body.


She spreads magic all around
She has a powerful and inimitable presence that inspires awe and wonder in all those near her.


Her feathers still untouched She takes but nothing and she gives so much
Despite her pure beauty and allure, she remains uncorrupted, taking nothing while giving so much love and wonder in return.


She flies on strange wings
She's unpredictable and operates according to her unique rules and instincts, which is both mysterious and fascinating.


She flies on strange winds
She glides through unfamiliar paths, relying solely on faith and instinct, undeterred by external obstacles or danger.


She brings strange things
Her presence brings unexpected surprises and novelty, enriching the lives of those who encounter her.


She takes off when she desires Silence grows on her lips She can bring you so much higher She spreads love on all her trips, yeah
She's independent and free-spirited, subject to her whims and desires. Her silence often speaks louder than words, and her actions demonstrate her unparalleled ability to elevate people's spirits and hearts with her boundless love and kindness.


Woke up this morning And this feeling came to my head To fly with her from sky to sky 'Cause my mind seemed to be dead
A strong desire to escape from the world's sadness and monotony and soar the skies with her came over the singer, whose mind was idle and bored.


So I floated up towards her On my mutilated wings But all the blackness sings against me now It's the lady of the strange wings
Despite his wounded wings and the pessimistic thoughts haunting him, he soared towards her. But the darkness within him rebelled against the woman of the bizarre wings, preventing him from reaching her fully.


Yeah, it's the lady of the strange wings Ooh, it's the lady of the strange wings Ooh, it's the lady, it's the lady, lady of the strange wings
She is the ultimate enigma, a woman of odd wings that even the singer can't explain fully. Her mystery and allure leave him enchanted and captivated to her whimsical spirit.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: GEORGE KOOYMANS

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@joekraft5913

Im a 29 year old white American farmer from Idaho, how you guys arent in the rock n roll hall of fame is an injustice, more like then hall of LAME! Cause you guy's fuckin rock, love you all, cheers from America this next beer is for you George

@kozagong

Rock n roll hall of fame is a popculture bullshit from the business by the business, who cares

@user-lk7oy8hp2u

I have loved Golden Earring since 1984. Theyre criminally underrated😢

@victorvandenbelt2179

I remember buying this single back in the day. We played it with our band in school. We called our band Golden Sea, because we loved Earring and lived in a town by the sea. Hands down the best Dutch rockband ever.

@jring3058

I saw Golden Earring at the Roxy Theater in Northampton, PA in 1974. I still remember it in detail today at 66. One of the best bands I have ever seen. Their encore was Radar Love. I was standing by the stage in this small venue and took home a souvenir "drum stick" thrown into the crowd. A wonderful night to remember.

@sweetfaith2011

George Kooymans has a hell of a voice and this is such a great song. Love and prayers for George from America.

@henrico7niente

George...I hope you will not suffer. Poor guy! (A.L.S.) I appreciated your voice and guitar playing so much!!!

@RB-tl8cf

Today, I heard the best song of Golden Earring... First time I’ve heard it... and I’m Dutch. A little ashamed I am indeed. Radar love was my all time best... until today that is. Wow. Blown away!

@edzedeboer9230

First time you hear this?? What's your age?

@chiamo60

This song will always remind me of my dear friend, Denise DeJulio. It is still hard for me to comprehend that she passed away three years ago and taken from those of us who loved her much too soon and I just know she is still flying on strange wings on the other side. She is the one who turned me on to Golden Earring in 1974 and I will be forever grateful to her for so many things. She loved Gold Earring more than anyone I ever knew and we all loved her.

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