Out of the Blue
Joe Cocker Lyrics

The song “Out of the Blue” by Joe Cocker is a ballad about a complicated and tumultuous relationship. The chorus features the repetition of the phrase “out of this world, out of this mind, out of this love for you,” as if the singer is trying to capture the overwhelming and irrational nature of his feelings for his lover. The phrase “out of the blue” adds to this sense of unpredictability and suddenness.

The verses suggest that the singer’s relationship is unstable and fraught with misunderstandings. He confesses that sometimes he doesn’t recognize his lover, which suggests that perhaps they are going through changes or that their communication has broken down. However, he seems to view this as a normal and acceptable aspect of their relationship, saying “I’m a stranger here myself.” The line “She don’t shed a tear when I walk out that door” implies that the two have grown used to each other leaving and that it doesn't affect them negatively anymore--and that their love is strong enough to endure these ups and downs.

The phrase “it’s in the cards” implies that the course of their relationship has already been predetermined and they’re simply following its path. “It’s written in the stars” suggests that their love is fated or destined. However, the line “in some lonely bar” contrasts with these ideas of fate and destiny, emphasizing the sordid and mundane aspects of their relationship. The final repetition of the chorus suggests that no matter what their relationship brings them--whether it's out of this world or out of their minds--the singer’s love for this person will always endure.