Gracious is a UK Progressive Rock group formed in 1968 who also did their 1… Read Full Bio ↴Gracious is a UK Progressive Rock group formed in 1968 who also did their 1st tour with The Who and the band recorded 2 releases, Gracious! in 1970 and This is… Gracious!! in 1972 on legendary vertigo record label and then in 1996 Tim Wheatley on Bass, Guitars, Vocals and Robert Lipson on percussion reformed and recorded the album echoes with the addition of Sev Lewkowicz on guitars and keyboards. The band have been drawn from many influences from classical to jazz which can be heard most notably on their 1970 album Gracious!

C.B.S.
Gracious Lyrics

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On and on watch the time moving
Till your thoughts know just where you want to be
Coming from somewhere distant making you listen
Effecting the sounds you see

Take it slow, make it easy
Then you will see the answer to what you need
But be sure that before you find out the reasons

Know what you're looking for

On and on watch the time moving
Till your thoughts know just where you want to be

Coming from somewhere distant making you listen
Effecting the sounds you see

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Gracious's song C.B.S. convey a message about finding direction in life. The first two lines suggest that time is constantly moving forward, and it is up to the individual to figure out where they want to go. By taking a moment to slow down and approach life in an easy manner, one can find the answers to what they need. However, it is important to understand what they are looking for before setting off on a journey. The lines "Coming from somewhere distant making you listen, Effecting the sounds you see" suggest that the direction one seeks may come from unexpected places or experiences, and it may require an open mind and willingness to listen to the world around them.

Overall, the song encourages listeners to take their time in figuring out their goals and being mindful of the journey, while also acknowledging that the destination may reveal itself in unexpected ways. The repetition of the lines "On and on watch the time moving, Till your thoughts know just where you want to be, Coming from somewhere distant making you listen, Effecting the sounds you see" emphasizes the importance of this message.

Line by Line Meaning

On and on watch the time moving
Keep track of time as it passes

Till your thoughts know just where you want to be
Until you figure out what you want

Coming from somewhere distant making you listen
Ideas from far away making you pay attention

Effecting the sounds you see
Affecting the way you perceive your surroundings

Take it slow, make it easy
Relax and go at your own pace

Then you will see the answer to what you need
Eventually, you'll find the solution you're looking for

But be sure that before you find out the reasons
Make sure you know what you're looking for

Know what you're looking for
Be clear about your goals and desires

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