Listen
Nektar Lyrics


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Listen
To these thoughts as they drift away
Worried times
Can turn around all the things we do
Blinded
By veils we hang to avoid the truth
Searching
For the times that we loose in youth

Listen, listen

There is no light within my eyes
As darkness comes with no surprise
Shifting shadows on the wall
As night begins to fall
Times so hard
Hurts me deep inside
But life keeps on moving
Though daybreak seems so far away

Listen, listen

Listen, can you hear me
Confusion takes me as I sing this song
Leaves me nothing to do but try again
Right or wrong, you're gonna see a change in me

Listen, listen





Listen, listen

Overall Meaning

The song "Listen" by Nektar is a plea to the listener to pay attention, to listen closely to the thoughts, worries, and searchings for lost times and truth that are expressed through the lyrics. The singer alludes to the obstacles of blinding veils and darkness that can block our understanding and our ability to move forward. Despite the times being hard and hurtful, the song encourages the listener to keep pushing forward, to keep striving for change and seeking truth.


The repeating chorus of "Listen, listen" serves as a sort of meditation or mantra, urging the listener to remain present and engaged with the song's message. The singer recognizes that confusion and uncertainty can arise, but still chooses to sing and try again. The song ends with the promise of change, even if it may not be immediately clear or easy to see.


Overall, "Listen" is a song that encourages attentiveness, perseverance, and a willingness to seek truth even in the face of darkness and uncertainty. Its message can be interpreted in many different ways, but its call to pay attention and stay engaged is a universal one.


Line by Line Meaning

Listen
Pay attention


To these thoughts as they drift away
Take note of thoughts as they come and go


Worried times
Anxiety-producing situations


Can turn around all the things we do
Have the power to change our actions


Blinded
Unable to see the truth


By veils we hang to avoid the truth
Covered up by excuses and denial


Searching
Looking for something


For the times that we loose in youth
For the moments of our past that we've lost


There is no light within my eyes
Feeling darkness inside


As darkness comes with no surprise
The feeling of darkness is not unexpected


Shifting shadows on the wall
Images of doubt and confusion


As night begins to fall
As things start to get worse


Times so hard
Difficult situations


Hurts me deep inside
Causes emotional pain


But life keeps on moving
Time keeps moving forward


Though daybreak seems so far away
Even though it seems like things won't get better soon


Listen, can you hear me
Are you really paying attention?


Confusion takes me as I sing this song
Feeling disoriented as I express myself


Leaves me nothing to do but try again
Gives me no other option but to keep going


Right or wrong, you're gonna see a change in me
Regardless of the outcome, I'm going to change for the better




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Comments from YouTube:

Kevin C

This album in particular, is fantastic.  What a band.  I saw the album at a store, never heard of them, but bought it anyway.  I never regretted it.  Listen is my favorite song from Magic Is A Child

Krzysztof Arski

loooove!!! been listening 'magic...' album for over 30 years and nothing has changed ever since!!! I'm devoted to it!

Jayce Neal

Dave Nelson's guitar work is splendid. In my opinion it's right up there with Roye's.

Romulo Tristao

Excelente album.

Sailor Artema

Incredible song, but remains as a unknown band for many others

Jorge Llancafil

underground resistance!!!

Maxx Black

Sadly I'd have to agree ☮️

Sailor Artema

That seems :)

Porfle Popnecker

I had this album on 8-track and wore it out. A great Nektar album and this is one of my favorite songs of theirs.

Nels Cleath

Simply brilliant!

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