Crazy Horse is best known for its long association with Young, despite having released five albums of its own over a 19-year span. It has been co-credited with Young as Neil Young and Crazy Horse on 15 albums, "Americana" and "Psychedelic Pill" from 2012 being the latest.
The band recorded a concept album entitled "Greendale" (2003) that told the story using metaphors of murder and crime to represent the destruction of a small town community. The final song "Be The Rain" is one of Neil's classic epics, pleading for the world to be like the rain -- recycle and conserve to save our planet.
Discography: the studio albums "Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere" (1969), "Zuma" (1975), "Rust Never Sleeps" (1979), "Re-ac-tor" (1981), "Life" (1987), "Ragged Glory" (1990), "Sleeps With Angels" (1994), "Broken Arrow" (1996), Greendale (2003), "Americana" (2012), Psychedelic Pill (2012) and live albums "Live Rust" (1979), "Weld" (1991), "Year of the Horse" (1997), "Live at the Fillmore East" (2006)
Peace Of Mind
Neil Young & Crazy Horse Lyrics
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You know it takes a long, long time
You love her so and still you know
That you will never want to let her go
Unless you leave her first
Then you come out on top
But, still there's just one thing
You haven't got.
Peace of mind
Like when you treated her kind
It's hard to face that open space.
You know it takes a long, long time
You know it takes a long, long time
When first you gave and shared your soul
Showed her all those things that take their toll
She knows your weak spot
But, she still gets you hot
And so you do it again
Reveal what lies within.
And go for peace of mind
Like when you treated her kind
It's hard to face that open space.
You're lookin' for peace of mind
Anywhere you can find
Still searchin' for peace of mind.
You know it takes a long, long time
You know it takes a long, long time.
The lyrics of "Peace of Mind" speak to the complexities of relationships and the struggle to find inner peace while navigating them. The song highlights the tension between wanting to hold onto a loved one and the fear of losing them, as well as the vulnerability inherent in sharing oneself with another person. The repeating line of "You know it takes a long, long time" underscores the challenge of finding a sense of calm and contentment in the midst of all these emotional ups and downs.
The lyrics suggest that finding peace of mind requires treating others with kindness and understanding, even when that is difficult. The singer seems to be confessing that he has not always been successful in this regard, as he admits to "revealing what lies within" and repeating the same patterns with his partner. However, he remains committed to seeking out that sense of peace and harmony in his relationships, even if it means continuing to face the uncertainty and potential for heartache that comes with them.
Line by Line Meaning
You know it takes a long, long time
Finding true love and inner peace requires patience and perseverance.
You love her so and still you know
That you will never want to let her go
Unless you leave her first
Then you come out on top
But, still there's just one thing
You haven't got.
You cherish your lover, but the fear of losing them haunts you. Leaving might give you temporary power, but it won't bring you peace.
Peace of mind
Like when you treated her kind
It's hard to face that open space.
Inner peace can only be achieved by treating your loved ones with kindness and honesty, even if it's difficult to confront the unknown future.
When first you gave and shared your soul
Showed her all those things that take their toll
She knows your weak spot
But, she still gets you hot
And so you do it again
Reveal what lies within.
Opening up to someone and sharing your true self can be taxing, but your love still fuels your actions, and you continue to reveal your true self.
And go for peace of mind
Like when you treated her kind
It's hard to face that open space.
You seek inner peace, and you believe treating your lover with kindness is the route to take, but facing an uncertain future is a daunting task.
You're lookin' for peace of mind
Anywhere you can find
Still searchin' for peace of mind.
Despite your efforts, you're still searching for inner peace and will exhaust all options until you find it.
You know it takes a long, long time
You know it takes a long, long time.
Achieving inner peace is not a sprint but a marathon that requires patience and persistence.
Contributed by Kaylee G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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on We Never Danced
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