Steppin' Out
Jackson Joe Lyrics
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The mist across the window hides the lines
But nothing hides the color of the lights that shine
Electricity so fine
Look and dry your eyes
We
So tired of all the darkness in our lives
Can come alive
Get into a car and drive
To the other side
Me babe, steppin out
Into the night
Into the light
You babe, steppin out
Into the night
Into the light
We
Are young but getting old before our time
We'll leave the T.V. and the radio behind
Don't you wonder what we'll find
Steppin' out tonight
You
Can dress in pink and blue just like a child
And in a yellow taxi turn to me and smile
We'll be there in just a while
If you follow me
Me babe, steppin' out
Into the night
Into the light
You babe, steppin' out
Into the night
Into the light
The lyrics to Jackson Joe's song "Steppin' Out" paint a picture of two people ready to escape their mundane lives and experience something new and exciting. The opening lines refer to a misty window, which metaphorically represents the barriers that obscure their view of the world. However, the "colorful lights" shining beyond the mist provide a glimmer of hope - it suggests that there's something worth exploring, something that could light up their world. Then, in a moment of defiance, the singer urges his partner to "look and dry her eyes" - to stop worrying about what's behind them and focus on the promise of what lies ahead.
As the song progresses, we see that the couple is tired of their mundane, dark lives, but they have "no more angry words to say." The singer suggests that they can escape their problems by getting into a car and driving to the other side. This exodus is an act of rebellion, and it promises to take them from darkness to light. They leave behind their TV and radio, and the lyrics hint at the idea that they'll find something new and exciting if they step out into the night.
The song's chorus repeats the idea of "stepping out" into the night and into the light, which symbolizes a willingness to leave the past behind and look towards a brighter future. The final verse describes the couple getting into a taxi and driving towards their destiny. The singer urges his partner to dress in bright colors - to embrace their inner child and let go of their inhibitions. When they reach their destination, they'll finally be able to "step out" into the light.
Overall, "Steppin' Out" is a song about seizing the moment and overcoming one's fears. It's a celebration of the joy of discovery and the power of taking risks.
Line by Line Meaning
Now
The mist across the window hides the lines
But nothing hides the color of the lights that shine
Electricity so fine
Look and dry your eyes
The misty windows fail to hide the bright lights shining outside. The energy of those lights is amazing, so wipe your tearful eyes and look at the beauty around you.
We
So tired of all the darkness in our lives
With no more angry words to say
Can come alive
Get into a car and drive
To the other side
We're sick of living in a dark, angry world. But tonight, we could take a drive and discover the bright side of life.
Me babe, steppin out
Into the night
Into the light
You babe, steppin out
Into the night
Into the light
I'm taking you out tonight. Together, we'll step into the night and find the light.
We
Are young but getting old before our time
We'll leave the T.V. and the radio behind
Don't you wonder what we'll find
Steppin' out tonight
Even though we're still young, we're feeling old before our time because of the constant barrage of media. Tonight, we'll leave all that behind and explore the unknown.
You
Can dress in pink and blue just like a child
And in a yellow taxi turn to me and smile
We'll be there in just a while
If you follow me
You can dress in whatever you like tonight, even if it's as playful as a child's outfit. We'll hop in a taxi and arrive at our destination in no time, as long as you follow my lead.
Lyrics ยฉ Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: David Ian Jackson
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@simonellis58
Whoโs still listening to this classic in 2024 ๐๐ปโโ๏ธ
@simongilbert2704
me ,, this and julian lennon tonight ;;
@h.c.mcguire9657
MANY of us are. Because, we ARE now old before our time. It hurts to think that we can't go back and relive and
re-experience those heady promising days.
@abyios
Me
@driftfitness
One of the best
@staceychutskoff1232
Mee!
@toddforhetz
I am 62 and have tears in my eyes as I listen to this .... remembering back to a different time, a time of my youth. Everything back then was new and exciting. I had energy enough to light New York at night. Life was fun, going out was an experience, and life was full of promise. I was young, good looking, and ready to face the world. ............. I miss those days ............
@christystewart4567
In my case it was San Francisco.
@hindlewalker9330
Yes 69 now but can relate to what you are saying .from Yorkshire .England.
@djsubculture2786
I remember clubbing until the club closed and then hanging out by the beach until the sun came up. I was living in Hawaii at the the time.
What I wouldn't give to relive those days.