Buckingham was arguably the principal creative force behind the 70s version of Fleetwood Mac. He is not only one of the main singer/songwriters, but also producer, leading them on an unusual journey from the commercial heights of 1977's Rumours (still among the biggest-selling albums ever) to the quirkily experimental double album Tusk in 1979.
Buckingham is also recognized as a unique & influential guitarist. Unlike many rock guitarists, Buckingham does not use a plectrum/pick, instead, he uses his fingers and fingernails.
Buckingham has recorded 6 studio albums and two live albums with Fleetwood Mac, and 6 studio albums and three live albums as a solo artist. The In Our Own Time Songfacts reports that Buckingham's sixth solo album, Seeds We Sow, was recorded at his LA home and he played most of the instruments himself. The record came out on September 6, 2011 and was his first to be self-released. As a member of Fleetwood Mac, he was inducted into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998.
Initially after joining Fleetwood Mac, Buckingham used a Gibson Les Paul guitar. Before the band, a Fender Telecaster was his main guitar, and was used on his first Fleetwood Mac album. In 1979, he worked with Rick Turner, owner of Renaissance Guitars to create the Model One. He has used it extensively since, both with Fleetwood Mac and for his solo efforts. He uses a Taylor Guitar 814ce for most of his acoustic performances and has also used an Ovation Celebrity in the past.
Go your own Way
Lindsey Buckingham Lyrics
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Isn't the right thing to do
How can I ever change things
That I feel
If I could
Maybe I'd give you my world
How can I
You can go your own way
Go your own way
You can call it
Another lonely day
You can go your own way
Go your own way
Tell me why
Everything turned around
Packing up
Shacking up is all you want to do
If I could
Baby I'd give you my world
Open up
Everything's waiting for you
You can go your own way
Go your own way
You can call it
Another lonely day
You can go your own way
Go your own way
You can go your own way
Go your own way
You can call it
Another lonely day
Another lonely day
You can go your own way
Go your own way
You can call it
Another lonely day
You can go your own way
You can call it
Another lonely day
You can go your own way
The lyrics of Lindsey Buckingham's "Go Your Own Way" are about a relationship that has ended but the singer is still struggling to let go. The lyrics appear to express the feelings of someone who is still in love with their ex-partner, but who finds that loving them is not the right thing to do. The singer acknowledges that they cannot change the way they feel, but they cannot continue to love someone who does not value their love. The lyrics also suggest that the proposed way forward is for the ex-partner to go their own way.
The lyrics of this song express the pain of breaking up and the struggle to move on. The singer is trying to express their feelings honestly while acknowledging that they cannot continue to love someone who does not love them back. The song's refrain, "You can go your own way," is a declaration of independence and a signal that the singer is ready to move on. Ultimately, the lyrics are about finding the strength to let go of a relationship that has turned toxic.
Line by Line Meaning
Loving you
In spite of the love I have for you
Isn't the right thing to do
I cannot continue to love you in the way that I have been
How can I ever change things
I do not know how to fix this situation
That I feel
As my feelings for you are true and undeniable
If I could
If I had the power to do so
Maybe I'd give you my world
I would give you everything that I have
How can I
But I cannot do that
When you won't take it from me
As you have shown no interest or appreciation for what I have to offer
You can go your own way
I accept that you need to move on
Go your own way
You have the freedom to do what you believe is best for you
You can call it
This new path ahead may appear
Another lonely day
To be a lonely and challenging transition
Tell me why
I do not understand the reasons behind this decision
Everything turned around
Everything has changed so quickly
Packing up
You are ready to leave
Shacking up is all you want to do
To start a new life with someone else
Open up
Please, take this opportunity to
Everything's waiting for you
Explore a world of new possibilities that await you
Another lonely day
It may be hard, but it will be worth it
You can go your own way
I understand and support your choice
Go your own way
You have my love and blessing as you follow your own path
You can call it
This new chapter in your life can be seen as
Another lonely day
A time of growth, learning, and self-discovery
You can go your own way
I trust that you will make the right choices
You can call it
And enjoy the freedom and independence that comes with making your own decisions
Another lonely day
It may be lonely at times, but you will emerge stronger and happier than ever before
You can go your own way
So go ahead and do what you need to do
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: LINDSEY BUCKINGHAM
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
51MontyPython
Lindsey Buckingham really is an underrated guitar player; his time and control. Especially when you realize he's doing all of that without a pick. And performs every show like it's his last. Top notch musician, he is. Respect.
S DAVIS
@Boyd Hooper and in another he is #100 out of the greatest top 100 guitarists. Depends what poll; there’s quite a few.
IvyDAWG
I think you have more control with your fingers than a pick. Or at least that would make sense to me. I play bass.
Blumpkin Spice Latte
Except their jams never go anywhere.
51MontyPython
@Ian Vázquez 100 might seem like a relatively small number compared to the number of guitarists out there, but not really compared to the usual ones (celebrity guitar players) you always tend to hear about. Another one I think is underrated is the one from Iron Butterfly. That boy could play.
Ian Vázquez
#100 of the greatest guitarist of the world of all times by the Rolling Stone. Worldwide fame. He´s not underrated at all :)
ShikataGaNai100
The interaction between Stevie Nicks and Lindsay Buckingham in this is about the most intense I have ever seen.
Jeff Watts
@Keyser Söze That performance of The Chain you are talking about is actually the same concert, in LA
MrGenexxx
8 years since you posted your comment and with my click I officially make it 1k likes!
m m
this is positively calm compared to the chain.