Souvenir
Orchesrtal Manoeuvres In The Dark Lyrics


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It's my direction
It's my proposal
It's so hard
It's leading me astray

My obsession
It's my creation
You'll understand
It's not important now

All I need is
Co-ordination
I can't imagine
My destination
My intention
Ask my opinion
But no excuse
My feelings still remain





My feelings still remain

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark's song Souvenir depict a person who is consumed by his own obsession and direction. The lyrics start with the singer stating that he has a direction and a proposal, but they are leading him astray. This suggests that the person is not entirely sure about his direction and proposal, but he is still pursuing them despite their uncertain nature.


The lyrics then go on to describe the person's obsession and creation, which he believes to be important. The singer states that although others may not understand the importance of his obsession and creation at the moment, they will eventually come to understand. However, the singer also acknowledges that his feelings still remain and cannot be excused.


The overall theme of the song seems to be about the struggle of following one's own direction and desires, even when others may not understand or agree with them. The lyrics suggest that it is important to stay true to oneself, even when it is difficult.


Line by Line Meaning

It's my direction
The path I choose to take is entirely up to me


It's my proposal
I am the creator of the plan


It's so hard
It's not easy to stick to my path


It's leading me astray
I'm beginning to lose my way and stray from my goals


My obsession
My passion and devotion to my goal is all-consuming


It's my creation
What I am working towards is something that I have personally created


You'll understand
Others may not comprehend my vision at this time but they will eventually


It's not important now
My current plan is not something I need to justify at the moment


All I need is
The only necessity for me is


Co-ordination
To have everything in sync with my plan


I can't imagine
It's hard for me to envision


My destination
Where I will end up


My intention
My motives and objectives are clear


Ask my opinion
I am willing to share my thoughts


But no excuse
I do not make excuses for myself


My feelings still remain
Despite all the obstacles, my emotions regarding my passion remain strong




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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@SMSJ223

In a nut shell.
It's my direction
It's my proposal
It's so hard
It's leading me astray
My obsession
It's my creation
You'll understand
It's not important now
All I need is
Co-ordination
I can't imagine
My destination
My intention
Ask my opinion
But no excuse
My feelings still remain
My feelings still remain.



@halenbud

It's my direction
It's my proposal
It's so hard
It's leading me astray
My obsession
It's my creation
You'll understand
It's not important now
All I need is
Co-ordination
I can't imagine
My destination
My intention
Ask my opinion
But no excuse
My feelings still remain
My feelings still remain



All comments from YouTube:

@ernestspanton3274

80s ,,, no internet ,,no social media,,,Great music and great times

@Roger_Ramjet

no hangovers

@travelthebest2676

No decent beer 😄

@no-knickers-emma1112

Rubbish era compared to the 70's and 90s. 80-82 best part of the 80s

@javiersubiran7137

And cars were that , just that : Cars.

@no-knickers-emma1112

@@javiersubiran7137 To be honest I love my car. Its 24 years old

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@philipsleddenhouston6764

There are many millions of us now in our 50s .
I think were blessed in witnessing these great times

@pizzamonster8216

I am one of them millions😂

@conan5885

Yes, we sure where!!

@Neverforget1967

Totally agree, wished I was back in the 80s

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