Time Machine
Heaven & Hell (Black Sabbath DIO) Lyrics
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When there's a part of you
That needs to run with the wind
And the fire of burning yesterdays
Can only light the way
To lead you from
The garden of the dark
Now look like the change is on
Tomorrow's never gone
Today just never comes
Go on and jump,yeah
Into the hurricane
You will forger the pain
It's only there
To exorcise your mind
Looking at the world
When you've open up your eyes
You've got to see the promises they've made
They're bloody lies and broken dreams
Your silence screams
[Chorus]
You're living in a time machine
And you can choose just who you are
Someone that you've never seen
Somewhere you've never been
You're living in a time machine
Oh what are you gonna do
When every part of you
Just needs to catch the wind
And the fire of burning yesterdays
Can only light the way
To lead you from
The garden of the dark
Looking for the world
When you've opened up your eyes
You'll see you've got invisible chains
They're only lies
Not what it seems
I hear your silent screams
[Chorus]
You're living in a time machine
Nobody cares just where you go
Taken where you've never been
?? somewhere you don't know
You're living in a time machine
Why do you stay who you are
Be what you've never been
Someone you've never seen
You're living in a time machine
Yeah
"Time Machine" is a song about breaking free from one's past and choosing to reinvent oneself. The lyrics speak of a desire to leave behind the pain and sorrow of yesteryear and to forge ahead into the unknown. The reference to a "time machine" implies that the singer feels trapped or stuck in their current state of being and longs for a means of escape. The song suggests that the key to finding freedom is to take risks and to embrace the uncertainty that comes with change.
The lyrics contain a powerful message about self-determination and the need for individuals to take control of their own lives. The reference to "invisible chains" suggests that the singer feels constrained and limited by circumstances beyond their control. However, the song encourages listeners to recognize that they have the power to break free from these constraints and to choose their own destiny. The chorus provides a rallying cry for anyone who has ever felt stuck or trapped by their circumstances to take a leap of faith and step into the unknown.
Overall, "Time Machine" is a powerful and inspiring song that encourages listeners to believe in themselves and to embrace the opportunities for growth and change that life presents.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh what are you gonna do
What is your plan of action
When there's a part of you
When a part of yourself
That needs to run with the wind
Requires the freedom to go where it pleases
And the fire of burning yesterdays
The memory of past experiences
Can only light the way
May guide you on your journey
To lead you from the garden of the dark
To move away from the uncertainty and danger of the unknown
Stay out of shadows
Avoid obscurity and danger
Now look like the change is on
A shift in circumstances is imminent
Tomorrow's never gone
The future is always approaching and never fully understood
Today just never comes
The present is fleeting and constantly passing
Go on and jump,yeah
Take a leap of faith
Into the hurricane
Confront chaos and danger
You will forger the pain
You will momentarily forget the troubles of the past
It's only there to exorcise your mind
The experience will help free you from mental burdens
Looking at the world
Observing the environment around you
When you've open up your eyes
After you have become aware of the reality around you
You've got to see the promises they've made
There are expectations that have been set
They're bloody lies and broken dreams
Those expectations may be deceitful and unfulfilling
Your silence screams
Your internal thoughts shout loudly
You're living in a time machine
Experiencing shifts and changes within the timeline of your life
And you can choose just who you are
You have the freedom to decide your identity
Someone that you've never seen
An unknown version of yourself
Somewhere you've never been
In an uncharted place
Nobody cares just where you go
Others may not have a vested interest in your journey
Taken where you've never been
Placed in a completely new and unfamiliar environment
Why do you stay who you are
What is keeping you from reinventing yourself
Be what you've never been
Challenge yourself to become something different
Someone you've never seen
Completely transform into an unknown version of yourself
Yeah
An affirmation or exclamation mark to end the song
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RONNIE DIO, TERRENCE BUTLER, TONY IOMMI
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@jeffmusgrave6467
The only thing the time machine needs to do is to bring back Ronnie James Dio🤘🤘🤘 and all will be good rest in peace my man and may you Rock the Heavens🎸🎸🎸👍👍👍👏👏👏
@AAAAAA-gg4zc
The raw energy and musical talent of this line-up will probably never be seen again.
But if they ever invent a time machine, I know where I'm going.
@johnnyb357
A grossly underrated metal album! Super heavy and well written and produced.
@HumpX
Iomi makes it all look so effortless.
@ibleedwhiskeyplanet1544
He does, and he does it with a smile on his face, you can tell this is Iommi's element, on stage he's constantly smiling, laughing, having a good time, all the while playing some of the heaviest music known to man. Love him, he is a total fucking original.
@gustavo73432ink
The Bible of Heavy Metal, The Best Album Forever: "Dehumanizer" !!! God Bless You Mr. Ronald James Padavona "Dio" , R.I.P. !!! Thank You my BROTHER !!!
@slaytanic7575
The 2:00 mark is just killer. Geezer so cool
@beano9984
Wish I could enter a time machine and see this legend live.
@allan-ls9zo
1:40
@khanjames2042
I'll have one ticket please