Spinning Wheel
Junior Mance Lyrics


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What goes up must come down
Spinning Wheel got to go 'round
Talkin' 'bout your troubles
It's a cryin' sin
Ride a painted pony
Let the Spinning Wheel spin
You got no money, you got no home
Spinning Wheel all alone
Talkin' 'bout your troubles and you
You never learn
Ride a painted pony
Let the Spinning Wheel turn
Did you find your directing sign
On the straight and narrow highway
Would you mind a reflecting sign?
Just let it shine within your mind
And show you the colors that are real
Someone is waiting just for you




Spinning Wheel spinning true
Drop all you troubles by the river side

Overall Meaning

In "Spinning Wheel" by Junior Mance, the lyrics "What goes up must come down, Spinning Wheel got to go round" are referring to the inevitable cycles of life. This is a reminder to listeners that life is full of ups and downs and that we need to embrace these changes as it is important for our personal growth. The phrase "Talkin' 'bout your troubles, it's a cryin' sin" is telling listeners to not dwell on their troubles but instead to try and find a way to deal with them or let go of them. The lyrics then go on to say "Ride a painted pony, let the Spinning Wheel spin, you got no money, you got no home, Spinning Wheel all alone" which is describing how some people may feel like they are alone in their struggles and that they do not have the resources to overcome them. However, the lyrics suggest that we can find a way to cope by riding a painted pony (our imagination) and letting life take us where it may.


The next set of lyrics discuss the importance of finding direction in life. "Did you find your directing sign on the straight and narrow highway, would you mind a reflecting sign? Just let it shine within your mind and show you the colors that are real", is a message to listeners that they should seek guidance and look for a sign to show them the way forward. The lyrics advise that this guiding sign can be found within ourselves and it is up to us to let it shine and see the real colors of life. The song concludes with "Someone is waiting just for you, Spinning Wheel spinning true, drop all your troubles by the riverside" which is a positive message encouraging listeners to let go of their worries and focus on moving forward. The Spinning Wheel will keep spinning and life will keep moving, but there is always hope and happiness awaiting us.


Line by Line Meaning

What goes up must come down
Whatever goes up is bound to come down eventually


Spinning Wheel got to go 'round
Time and life keeps moving forward regardless of how you feel


Talkin' 'bout your troubles
Complaining about your problems does nothing but make you more miserable


It's a cryin' sin
It's a waste of time to feel sorry for yourself and cry because of your issues


Ride a painted pony
Create your own happiness and enjoy the little things in life


Let the Spinning Wheel spin
Let go and allow life to unfold naturally


You got no money, you got no home
Without material possessions, life can still go on and happiness can still be found


Spinning Wheel all alone
You are the only one responsible for your happiness in life


Talkin' 'bout your troubles and you
Constantly focusing on your problems only amplifies them


You never learn
If you continue to repeat the same mistakes, you will never find true happiness


Did you find your directing sign
Have you found your purpose in life?


On the straight and narrow highway
Are you staying true to your goals and values?


Would you mind a reflecting sign?
Do you welcome feedback and constructive criticism?


Just let it shine within your mind
Take time to reflect and find clarity within yourself


And show you the colors that are real
Discover the true beauty in life and embrace it


Someone is waiting just for you
There is always someone out there who cares for you and wants you to be happy


Spinning Wheel spinning true
Time and life keeps moving forward regardless of how you feel


Drop all your troubles by the river side
Relax and let go of your worries, even for just a moment, to enjoy the beauty of life




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAVID CLAYTON-THOMAS

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Comments from YouTube:

@rafaelrieck6655

Great piano, one of my favourite pianoplayers.

@regnesublunar

Horacio Fumero certainly

@OldKingDooji

Gràcies per la confirmació. I enhorabona pel concert d'homenatge a Charles Tolliver que hi ha en el teu canal. M'ha semblat boníssim.

@regnesublunar

@@OldKingDooji els agraIments són per Mr. Tolliver per tants anys d'activitat creativa, i per Jazz Terrassa, que va fer possible la producció

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