Parsons records and tours internationally as the Joseph Parsons Band with drummer Sven Hansen (Hilden, Germany), bass player & vocalist Freddi Lubitz (Köln, Germany) and guitar player and vocalist Ross Bellenoit (Philadelphia, USA.)
Long a fan of multi-dimensional recording productions, Parsons writes distinctive songs that often defy categories. He weaves through genres as he fuses traces of Emo Rock, Soul & Folk to create his own unique style of Rock & Roll. Always emotive and energetic on recordings, his live shows are dynamic, spirited and deeply personal experiences.
Joseph Parsons, born on the East Coast, USA in the mid 60's, moved between Philadelphia and Louisiana until age 14. At which time, because of trouble with the law, he had to leave home and was sent to a mountain work school to reform his ways. After finishing high school, he spent 10 years on the road living and writing music while occasionally landing in Los Angeles, Louisiana, Paris, Boston & New York before returning to stay in Philadelphia during his late 20's.
Parsons’ early musical education was formed busking the streets of Europe and with original shows in the USA. His first recording (Breathe) established him as one of the first Singer Songwriters on the Philly scene in 1990. By 1997, and after 4 more studio CD’s, he landed a deal with Blue Rose Records from Germany. This started Parsons’ prolific recording career and has since released 18 CD’s of his own music or with groups he founded on Blue Rose Records, Sanctuary Records or with his current own label, Meer Music (Hardpan, 4 Way Street, US Rails & Parsons Thibaud.)
All the Way
Joseph Parsons Lyrics
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Falling weightless we're lost, with full and hungry hearts
All this time, turns on a road, children reaching out for hope
Going where the wind blows, to make this circle roll
So, it goes round and round 'til I am dazed
Turning me upside down in the maze
Caught in the lost and found of a permanent haze
I'm ever thankful for your love, I need to feel more of us
Never sure I'm what you need, help me solve the mystery
So, it goes round and round 'til I am dazed
Turning me upside down in the maze
Caught in the lost and found of a permanent haze
But one of these days...
Let it rock and let it roll, all the way around the world
Make it last then push it past, all the way around the world
'Til my heart explodes or our worlds collide
A kaleidoscope of a thousand lights
So, it goes round and round 'til I am dazed
Turning me upside down in the maze
Caught in the lost and found of a permanent haze
But one of these days...
Let it rock and let it roll, all the way around the world
Make it last then push it past, all the way around the world
The song "All the Way" by Joseph Parsons is a reflection on the journey of life and the challenges faced along the way. The opening lines, "We are diamonds in the rough, breathing life into dust," suggests that the human experience is full of potential and meaning, even in the midst of difficulties. The imagery of "falling weightless" and being "lost" captures the uncertainty and vulnerability of the human condition, but "full and hungry hearts" suggest a determined and hopeful outlook.
The chorus, "So, it goes round and round 'til I am dazed, turning me upside down in the maze, caught in the lost and found of a permanent haze, but one of these days..." highlights the cyclical nature of life and the sense of confusion and disorientation that can come with it. However, the phrase "one of these days" suggests a belief that clarity or resolution is possible, even if it is not yet in sight.
The second verse speaks to the power of love and the importance of human connection. The lines "I'm ever thankful for your love, I need to feel more of us, never sure I'm what you need, help me solve the mystery" express a desire for deeper connection and understanding in a relationship.
Overall, "All the Way" is a song that poses big questions about the meaning of life and human connection, but also celebrates the resilience and hope that allows us to keep moving forward.
Line by Line Meaning
We are diamonds in the rough, breathing life into dust
We are raw and unpolished gems, with the power to create something beautiful out of thin air.
Falling weightless we're lost, with full and hungry hearts
We feel airy and weightless, like we're floating, but at the same time we're lost and searching for something to fill our hearts.
All this time, turns on a road, children reaching out for hope
Time passes as we journey down a path, like children reaching out for something to believe in.
Going where the wind blows, to make this circle roll
We're moving forward aimlessly, letting fate decide our path, hoping to keep the cycle of life turning.
So, it goes round and round 'til I am dazed
Life keeps moving in circles, leaving me feeling dizzy and disoriented.
Turning me upside down in the maze
I feel turned upside down and lost, as if wandering through a never-ending maze.
Caught in the lost and found of a permanent haze
I'm stuck in a place of confusion and uncertainty, unable to escape the fog that surrounds me.
But one of these days...
Despite the difficulties I face, I still hold on to hope that things will improve.
I'm ever thankful for your love, I need to feel more of us
I'm grateful for the love I have, but I still crave a deeper connection with my loved one.
Never sure I'm what you need, help me solve the mystery
I'm uncertain whether I'm enough for my loved one, and I need help figuring out how to make our relationship work.
Let it rock and let it roll, all the way around the world
Let life take its course and let ourselves be carried along with it, wherever it may go.
Make it last then push it past, all the way around the world
Hold on to the good moments and memories, but don't be afraid to move forward and experience new things.
'Til my heart explodes or our worlds collide
I'm willing to take a risk and put my heart on the line, hoping that our paths will cross and we can be together.
A kaleidoscope of a thousand lights
Life is full of a myriad of colors, experiences, and opportunities, waiting for us to explore.
Contributed by Liliana J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.