Spinning Wheel
M. Thomas Lyrics
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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
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
The lyrics of M. Thomas's Spinning Wheel are about the ups and downs of life, represented by the titular spinning wheel. The first lines, "What goes up must come down / Spinning Wheel got to go 'round" suggest the cyclical nature of life, where there are good times and bad times. The following lines, "Talkin' 'bout your troubles / It's a cryin' sin," reflect on the universal human experience of facing difficulties and obstacles, and the pain that comes with it.
The chorus is an invitation to escape from those troubles and keep moving forward. "Ride a painted pony / Let the Spinning Wheel spin" is an optimistic phrase that encourages listeners to enjoy life and not let their problems consume them. Despite "no money" and "no home," the singer urges them to find joy and escape by "let[ting] the Spinning Wheel turn."
The second verse delves further into the concept 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." The lyrics suggest that it is easy to become lost on the road of life, but that you can find your way by looking within and examining your true colors. The final lines, "someone is waiting just for you / Spinning Wheel spinning true / Drop all your troubles by the river side" continue the theme of hopefulness and suggest that there is always the potential for happiness and companionship.
Overall, Spinning Wheel is a song of encouragement and optimism that reminds us that life is a cycle of ups and downs, but that we should never lose hope, even in moments of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
What goes up must come down
Things that rise or ascend will inevitably fall down or descend eventually.
Spinning Wheel got to go 'round
Life goes on and on in a never-ending cycle like a spinning wheel.
Talkin' 'bout your troubles
Speaking about your problems, worries, or difficulties.
It's a cryin' sin
It's a deeply saddening and unfortunate situation.
Ride a painted pony
Take a journey through life, specifically referring to the experience of Native American children riding painted ponies.
Let the Spinning Wheel spin
Allow life to continue on its never-ending cycle, and don't try to resist it.
You got no money, you got no home
You don't have any financial resources, nor do you have a place to call home.
Spinning Wheel all alone
The cycle of life continues unaccompanied.
Talkin' 'bout your troubles and you
You speak about your own difficulties and problems to others.
You never learn
You aren't improving your situation or learning from your past experiences.
Ride a painted pony
Take a journey through life, specifically referring to the experience of Native American children riding painted ponies.
Let the Spinning Wheel turn
Allow life to continue on its never-ending cycle, and don't try to resist it.
Did you find your directing sign
Have you discovered your life's purpose or goal?
On the straight and narrow highway
On a clear and honest path to success.
Would you mind a reflecting sign?
Do you welcome a sign that helps you reflect upon your life and actions?
Just let it shine within your mind
Allow the reflective sign to enlighten your mind and thoughts.
And show you the colors that are real
Reveal the true nature and reality of the colors and aspects of life.
Someone is waiting just for you
There is a person or opportunity waiting for you to take advantage of it.
Spinning Wheel spinning true
The cycle of life continues to turn accurately and honestly.
Drop all you troubles by the river side
Release all the burdens and anxieties you have by the riverside.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: David Clayton-Thomas
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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What goes up must come down
Spinnin' wheel, got to go round
Talkin' 'bout your troubles, it's a cryin' sin
Ride a painted pony, let the spinnin' wheel spin
You got no money, you got no home
Spinnin' wheel, all alone
Talkin' 'bout your troubles and you, you never learn
Ride a painted pony, let the spinnin' wheel turn
Did you find the 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's waitin' just for you
Spinnin' wheel, spinnin' true
Drop all your troubles by the riverside
Catch a painted pony on the spinnin' wheel ride
Someone's waitin' just for you
Spinnin' wheel, spinnin' true
Drop all your troubles by the riverside
Ride a painted pony, let the spinnin' wheel fly
That wasn't so good
@dorothyjohnson8051
69 year old black woman! Loving it. That brass section is on point. I used to listen to Blood Sweat and Tears back inthe day love them. And still do. So much meaning for right now. These days we are living in be encourage. Love Peace And Soul. Out!!!!!
@rippi37
Hello Dorothy......63 year old here ..loving it too. Peace love health and happiness to you and yours !! xxx
@ddziegler44
77 year old white guy. We are now continuing what we started in the 60’s and we will get there. Dan
@rippi37
@@ddziegler44 Absolutely !!!! xxx
@dorothyjohnson8051
Hi nice to meet you! Have a amazing day. Peace
@mastic5519
Still sounds great.
@robertdegrandis5180
I was 11 years old when this song came out. I'm 63 now, I survived colon cancer and Covid 19. When I will be gone, this song will still be carrying on and on and on. Great song, God knows how I miss the 60s and the 70s.
@tallenpelegrin7026
I was 10 when I got introduced to B,S&T, and I've never abandoned them since then.
@Youffy23
I know best the 80's and the 90's (born 1976) but clearly = I am with you about the 70's... 99% of my DVD's are 70's movies, and goes the same on music.... A good evening is one evening I can feel the 70's !
@ZeroGravity60
Congrats on beating colon cancer. I've been stage 4 cancer for just over 3-years but am feeling good for the most part. [I might beat it.] What would we do without YouTube, every hit from the past is at our fingertips. Peace brother.