Speakin' Out
Neil Young & Crazy Horse Lyrics


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I went to the movie the other night,
The plot was groovy, it was out of sight.
I sat with my popcorn, out lookin' for good times
Lost in the cartoon, I grabbed the lifeline.

I've been a searcher, I've been a fool,
But I've been a long time comin' to you.
I'm hopin' for your love to carry me through
You're holdin' my baby, and I'm holdin' you,
And it's all right.

Oh, tell me where the answer lies.
Is it in the notebook behind your eyes?
When your decision comes to view,
I'll be watchin' my TV, and it'll be watchin' you.

I've been a searcher, I've been a fool,
But I've been a long time comin' to you.
I'm hopin' for your love to carry me through
You're holdin' my baby, and I'm holdin' you,
Yes I am.





Speakin' out.

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of Neil Young & Crazy Horse's song, "Speakin' Out," introduce us to a scene of an individual attending a movie night, searching for a good time. As the singer gets lost in the cartoon, they find themselves reaching out for a lifeline. This can be interpreted as seeking comfort from someone or something that can act as a guide, providing them with the strength and support they need to get through the tough times. The lines, "I've been a searcher, I've been a fool, but I've been a long time comin' to you," suggest that the singer has been searching for answers to their problems for a while now, but they have finally found someone they can rely on - somebody who can help them navigate through life's complexities.


The song's chorus reframes the opening lyrics, with the singer hoping that their partner's love will be enough to carry them through the struggles that they might face. The lines, "You're holdin' my baby, and I'm holdin' you, and it's all right," evoke a sense of safety, love, and security, drawing us into the moment as the singer finds solace in the arms of their partner.


As the song progresses, the singer asks a series of questions, seeking answers to the riddles of life. They ask, "Oh, tell me where the answer lies. Is it in the notebook behind your eyes? When your decision comes to view, I'll be watching my TV, and it'll be watching you." The lyrics capture the sense of confusion and uncertainty that many of us feel as we grapple with the complexities of life. The reference to the notebook behind someone's eyes suggests that the answer to life's mysteries lies within ourselves, hidden away like a secret. However, as the singer watches their TV, they are also watching others, holding out hope that they might find the answers or inspiration they need to navigate their own lives, just as the cartoons in the movie theatre provided them with a sense of escape earlier in the song.


Overall, "Speakin' Out" is a song about finding love and hope in the midst of life's challenges. Through its lyrics, it captures the sense of searching and seeking that many of us experience as we navigate the twists and turns of life. Ultimately, the song seems to suggest that we can find the strength we need to overcome our trials by relying on the love of those around us.


Line by Line Meaning

I went to the movie the other night,
I went to the movie the other night,


The plot was groovy, it was out of sight.
The plot was really cool and amazing.


I sat with my popcorn, out lookin' for good times
I sat with my popcorn, looking for some fun at the movie.


Lost in the cartoon, I grabbed the lifeline.
I got so into the cartoon and it saved me from being bored.


I've been a searcher, I've been a fool,
I have tried to find what I'm looking for, even if it meant I failed.


But I've been a long time comin' to you.
It took me a while to get to you and find what I was looking for.


I'm hopin' for your love to carry me through
I'm hoping your love will help me overcome any difficulties.


You're holdin' my baby, and I'm holdin' you,
You're holding my child and I'm holding onto you.


And it's all right.
Everything is fine and good.


Oh, tell me where the answer lies.
Please tell me where I can find the solution or answer.


Is it in the notebook behind your eyes?
Is it written in your mind, and can I find it there?


When your decision comes to view,
When you make your choice,


I'll be watchin' my TV, and it'll be watchin' you.
I'll be watching TV, but I'll still be paying attention to you and your decision.


Speakin' out.
Expressing my thoughts and feelings openly.




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