Outside of This
JON ANDERSON VANGELIS Lyrics
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The memory lingers so right
Completely as that
We've loved a long time, be my friend, I need you
Inside of this and outside of that
There's so much more to finding out
How we forever simply feel the way the wayward-winds
Like the winter came, it changed our lives
We were very merry to be there
Our love, get used to being this way
Our love, once again a story really true creates a sound
So good, that it's true
Outside of this
Inside of that
There are words that come with time
Like love songs they seem self written
So true, they seem so true
I work a moments time
And feel this is one of life's mysteries
Bringing a smile
'Cause I know what it does to you
So I'm trying to pass it through
Trying for you
Countless variations of the memory, the state
The mere emotion of getting 'round
Crazy understandings of the way we tilt the light
But it shines when we make the sound
Don't live by mistakes
We can dance to your tune
But there's this whole understanding
And it's coming I guess, I know
I hope that you can get into this
To this
I was there and then, and then
You were there and then, and then
We were there, the beginning of time
I was there and then, and then
You were there and then, and then
We were there, the beginning of time
The lyrics to "Outside of This" by Jon Anderson and Vangelis speak to the deep longing for connection and understanding between two individuals who have loved each other for a long time. The lines "Outside of this, inside of that/The memory lingers so right/Completely as that/We've loved a long time, be my friend, I need you" convey the feeling of being both inside and outside of a relationship, and the difficulty of finding the words to express deep emotions.
The following lines, "There's so much more to finding out/How we forever simply feel the way the wayward-winds/That hide the storms at night" suggest that there is always more to be discovered about a long-term relationship, and that true love can endure even in difficult times. The song also acknowledges the role of memory in shaping our understanding of relationships, and the way that love songs seem to be self-written and incredibly true.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of searching for deeper meaning and understanding, expressed through lines like "Countless variations of the memory, the state/The mere emotion of getting 'round/Crazy understandings of the way we tilt the light/But it shines when we make the sound." This suggests that despite the challenges of understanding one another, the act of creating and sharing music can be a powerful way to communicate and connect on a deeper level.
Line by Line Meaning
Outside of this, inside of that
There are different aspects to our relationship, both internal and external.
The memory lingers so right
Our memories together are vivid and enjoyable.
Completely as that
Our love is total and complete.
We've loved a long time, be my friend, I need you
We have been in love for a long time, and I need your friendship and support.
Inside of this and outside of that
There are different layers to our relationship, both internal and external.
There's so much more to finding out
There is much more to discover and explore in our relationship.
How we forever simply feel the way the wayward-winds
Our emotions are like the unpredictable winds, always present and unpredictable.
That hide the storms at night
Despite occasional difficulties, our love continues to shine through.
Like the winter came, it changed our lives
Just like a winter storm can change the landscape, our relationship has been impacted by external circumstances.
We were very merry to be there
Despite the changes, we have enjoyed being together.
Our love, get used to being this way
Our love is enduring and everlasting.
Our love, once again a story really true creates a sound
Our love is so genuine that it creates a palpable feeling or atmosphere around us.
So good, that it's true
Our love is so amazing that it feels unreal or too good to be true.
There are words that come with time
Certain emotions and feelings can only be expressed with time and experience.
Like love songs they seem self written
Our love story feels like it was meant to be, almost as if it has written itself.
So true, they seem so true
Our emotions and feelings for each other are so genuine and authentic that they feel undeniable.
I work a moments time
I am taking time to reflect on our relationship.
And feel this is one of life's mysteries
Our love is one of the inexplicable marvels of life.
Bringing a smile
Reflecting on our love brings me joy and happiness.
'Cause I know what it does to you
I understand how our love impacts and affects you.
So I'm trying to pass it through
I am trying to express and convey our love to you.
Trying for you
I am making an effort to show you how much our love means to me.
Countless variations of the memory, the state
There are endless permutations and variations of our memories and emotions.
The mere emotion of getting 'round
Our emotions are constantly circulating and changing.
Crazy understandings of the way we tilt the light
Our love is illuminated in unique and complex ways.
But it shines when we make the sound
Our love radiates when we express it through our actions and words.
Don't live by mistakes
We should not let our errors and missteps define our relationship.
We can dance to your tune
We can synchronize ourselves to each other’s emotional frequencies.
But there's this whole understanding
Our relationship is rooted in a deep and complex understanding of each other.
And it's coming I guess, I know
Our relationship will continue to evolve and grow over time.
I hope that you can get into this
I hope that you can share in my appreciation and love for our relationship.
To this
Our amazing love story and relationship.
I was there and then, and then
I have been present and conscious of our love for an extended period of time.
You were there and then, and then
You have also been an active participant in our love story for an extended period of time.
We were there, the beginning of time
Our love story has roots as far back as the dawn of time.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: EVANGELOS PAPATHANASSIOU
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@eddyfinkful
Outside of This
Jon and Vangelis
Outside of this, inside of that
The memory lingers so right
Completely as that
We've loved a long time, be my friend, I need you
Inside of this and outside of that
There's so much more to finding out
How we forever simply feel the way the wayward-winds
That hide the storms at night
Like the winter came, it changed our lives
We were very merry to be there
Our love, get used to being this way
Our love, once again a story really true creates a sound
So good, that it's true
Outside of this
Inside of that
There are words that come with time
Like love songs they seem self written
So true, they seem so true
I work a moments time
And feel this is one of life's mysteries
Bringing a smile
'Cause I know what it does to you
So I'm trying to pass it through
Trying for…
@eddyfinkful
Countless variations of the memory, the state
The mere emotion of getting 'round
Crazy understandings of the way we tilt the light
But it shines when we make the sound
Don't live by mistakes
We can dance to your tune
But there's this whole understanding
And it's coming I guess, I know
I hope that you can get into this
To this
I was there and then, and then
You were there and then, and then
We were there, the beginning of time
I was there and then, and then
You were there and then, and then
We were there, the beginning of time
Songwriters: Evangelos Papathanassiou
@justdave923
But in reaching out, touching your love
Feel those countless understandings
Of the countless many reasons
There are to offer you my love
Countless understandings of a ghetto starving nation
Needing love, I tell no lie
Countless staring messages as mortal life reflection
As it spelt out once or twice
We are together in time
@andrzejstrzeminski2960
Vangelis died today. So sad. I think he was one of the greatest composers of our times. I spent 33 years of my medical life, practicing in South Africa. I vividly remember one night, while in 1982 I was driving alone from Bloemfontein (OVS) to Carlsberg and back, all the time listening to "The friends of Mr Cairo". Long stretches of the perfect highway (NB built by the Polish civil engineer, who worked for the Provincial Administration of the Oranje Vrystaat), perfect weather with no clouds, infinite stars, lighting the skys, as if they were hanging right above the head, and perfect music. All this is gone now - like tears in rain...
@vinnothelizard
VERY underrated.. AMAZING voice and super music.. it will go on FOREVER..geniuses
@phillatella6470
Hell yea... Underrated is an understatement
@leopardbasement2915
RIP Vangelis
@BillLancaster
My life stopped... then this song came... and I was made whole... i still believe in hope... Pause... We were there again again...
@kevindorobiala7027
Classic Jon. Always interesting and inspiring. Makes me cry even after 300 listens.
@markspain2656
Vale Vangelis.... This song is perfect
@dovschuman
Briliant song
@sidneypasquarelli2122
I was there and then and then, you were there and then and then, we were together the beginning of time!
@1968vanhalen
Best of the best in all times.