wheels
Max Harris and His Orchestra Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
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 to Max Harris and His Orchestra's song "Wheels" convey a message about the cyclical nature of life and the inevitability of ups and downs. The lyrics begin by stating that whatever goes up must eventually come down, and that the spinning wheel of life continues to turn. The phrase "Talkin' 'bout your troubles, it's a cryin' sin" suggests that dwelling on one's problems is unproductive and can lead to sorrow.
The lyrics then introduce the idea of riding a painted pony, which can be seen as a metaphor for embracing the journey of life. It encourages the listener to let go of worries and let the spinning wheel of life take its course. The lines "You got no money, you got no home / Spinning Wheel all alone / Talkin' 'bout your troubles and you / You never learn" reinforce the notion that focusing on troubles without taking action or learning from them can keep one trapped in a cycle of negativity.
The song then shifts to a contemplation of finding direction and meaning in life. The lyrics question whether the listener has found their directing sign on the straight and narrow highway, and expresses the importance of having a reflecting sign that illuminates the true colors of life. It suggests that there is someone waiting just for them, and encourages them to let go of their troubles by the riverside, symbolizing the need to release burdens and find peace.
Overall, "Wheels" by Max Harris and His Orchestra serves as a reminder of the transient nature of life's difficulties and the importance of embracing the journey, finding inner illumination, and letting go of troubles to find peace and fulfillment.
Line by Line Meaning
What goes up must come down
The natural order of things dictates that anything that rises or succeeds will eventually decline or fall.
Spinning Wheel got to go 'round
The cycle of life and fate is in constant motion, never ceasing to rotate.
Talkin' 'bout your troubles
Engaging in discussions about your problems and hardships.
It's a cryin' sin
Considering it as a grave mistake or wrongdoing to continuously lament and suffer.
Ride a painted pony
Embark on a journey with a colorful and vibrant horse symbolizing joy or optimism.
Let the Spinning Wheel spin
Allow the eternal cycle of life to persist and unravel without interference.
You got no money, you got no home
Being devoid of wealth or a stable dwelling place.
Spinning Wheel all alone
The cyclical nature of life continues relentlessly, regardless of one's solitude.
Talkin' 'bout your troubles and you
Discussing not only your own personal challenges but also your involvement in them.
You never learn
Failing to acquire wisdom or insight from your experiences and mistakes.
Ride a painted pony
Take solace in the joyous and optimistic journey represented by a colorful horse.
Let the Spinning Wheel turn
Allow the relentless cycle of life and fate to continue its course.
Did you find your directing sign
Have you discovered a clear sign or guidance to lead you on the right path?
On the straight and narrow highway
On the righteous and morally upright path in life.
Would you mind a reflecting sign?
Are you willing to embrace a sign that offers introspection and self-reflection?
Just let it shine within your mind
Allow the sign's significance or message to illuminate and resonate within your thoughts.
And show you the colors that are real
Reveal the genuine and true colors of life and existence.
Someone is waiting just for you
There is a person eagerly anticipating your presence or companionship.
Spinning Wheel spinning true
The ever-turning cycle of fate remains faithful to its course.
Drop all your troubles by the river side
Release and let go of all your burdens and worries beside a flowing river.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: David Clayton-Thomas
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@garethbramley1
This must be a rarity. Trumpet - the late Derek Watkins - one of the best - John Barry used him a lot. The flip-side ('Robert's Theme') is also from the film but was his own composition.
If it's as good as this you need to load it asap please.
Max Harris is VERY under-rated - did lots of library music for Standard. As with a lot of Pye recordings, this was produced by John Schroeder.
I think I need to check out this film to see what the rest of Harris' score is like.
The film also stars Dick Emery
@bondbrookebond
Will put the b side up soon Gareth.