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.
Say We'll Meet Again
Lindsey Buckingham Lyrics
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When the sunset spell is gone in the wind
Please say we'll meet again
Everyone sees a tear in the seam
But talks about the weather
Everyone pays a price for these dreams
So why not dream these dreams together
Just say we'll meet again
When the sunset spell is gone in the wind
Please say we'll meet again
That was a dream, that was a time
But nothing lasts forever
Sooner or later we all must go blind
But we can dream these dreams together
Just say we'll meet again
When the sunset spell is gone in the wind
Please say we'll meet again
The song "Say We'll Meet Again" by Lindsey Buckingham is an emotional piece about the bittersweetness of saying goodbye. The opening lines of the song, "Just say we'll meet again, when the sunset spell is gone in the wind, please say we'll meet again," set the tone for the rest of the lyrics. The song speaks to the human experience of having to part ways with someone you care about, but also holding onto the hope of seeing them again.
The lyrics also allude to the fact that life is unpredictable and fleeting, and the important things in life should be cherished. The line, "Everyone pays a price for these dreams, so why not dream these dreams together," seems to suggest that even though dreams may come with a cost, it's better to experience them with someone else by your side.
The final verse, "But nothing lasts forever, sooner or later we all must go blind but we can dream these dreams together," is a poignant reminder that life is temporary and we should make the most of it while we can. The song's overall message is that even though we may have to say goodbye to those we care about, the hope of seeing them again someday can make the pain a little easier to bear.
Line by Line Meaning
Just say we'll meet again
Encouraging the listener to commit to meeting again in the future
When the sunset spell is gone in the wind
When the momentary beauty and magic of now has passed
Please say we'll meet again
Asking for confirmation of the promise to meet again
Everyone sees a tear in the seam
Everyone recognizes that things are not perfect
But talks about the weather
But people choose to focus on trivial and safe topics instead of deeper issues
Everyone pays a price for these dreams
Pursuing one's dreams comes at a cost
So why not dream these dreams together
Suggesting that it's better to pursue dreams with others, as it can alleviate some of the costs and challenges
That was a dream, that was a time
Reflecting on a past moment or experience that was special or significant
But nothing lasts forever
Acknowledging the reality that everything is transient
Sooner or later we all must go blind
We will all experience some kind of loss or change that will affect how we see the world
But we can dream these dreams together
Despite the impermanence and uncertainty of life, we can still choose to pursue our dreams with others
Just say we'll meet again
Re-iterating the importance of committing to meeting again in the future
When the sunset spell is gone in the wind
Echoing the previous sentiment that this future meeting should happen after the fleeting beauty of the present has passed
Please say we'll meet again
Repeating the plea for confirmation that this meeting will happen
Lyrics © HIPGNOSIS SONGS GROUP, Peermusic Publishing, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: LINDSEY BUCKINGHAM, RULY AGUIRRE
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