prologue
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Just on the border of your waking mind
There lies another time
Where darkness and light are one
And as you tread the halls of sanity
You feel so glad to be unable to go beyond

I have a message from another time




Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Orchestra's song "Prologue" tell the story of dreaming and the power of those dreams. The singer begins by acknowledging that some people dream of the great things they will do before they leave this earth, while others hide their hopes away. The singer doesn't judge which is better or worse, but tells the story of a dreamer, suggesting that it's possible for anyone to dream big and make those dreams become a reality.


The lyrics suggest that we all have the ability to dream, and that some of us are luckier than others in terms of being able to achieve our dreams. However, the underlying message is that if you can envision something, and you really want it, you can make it happen. The lyrics make it clear that what you think, feel, and dream is what ultimately defines you.


The song goes on to tell the story of a boy whose dream came true, suggesting that this could be anyone listening to the song. The power of dreaming is emphasized throughout the song, and the idea that anyone can achieve their dreams, no matter how far-fetched they may seem, is a central theme.


Overall, the lyrics of "Prologue" encourage listeners to dream big and not be afraid to pursue those dreams. The song suggests that the power to achieve greatness lies within each of us, as long as we are willing to dream and take action.


Line by Line Meaning

Some folks dream of the wonders they'll do
Some people have big dreams of things they want to accomplish in their lifetime


Before their time on this planet is through
Before they pass away


Some just don't have anything planned
Some people have no direction in life and no plans for their future


They hide their hopes and their heads in the sand
They suppress their aspirations and avoid thinking about them


Now I don't say who is wrong, who is right
I am not judging anyone's choices or decisions


But if by chance you are here for the night
If you are listening to this story right now


Then all I need is an hour or two
I only need a short amount of time to tell you this story


To tell the tale of a dreamer like you
To share the story of someone who had big dreams, just like you might have


We all dream a lot-- some are lucky, some are not
Everyone has dreams, but not everyone gets the opportunity to see them come true


But if you think it, want it, dream it, then it's real
If you can imagine something and desire it strongly enough, it can become a reality


You are what you feel
Your thoughts and emotions shape who you are


But all that I say can be told another way
This story has many possible interpretations


In the story of a boy whose dream came true
There is a tale of a young man who achieved his dreams


And he could be you
You could be the singer of this story, if you dare to follow your own dreams




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jeff Lynne

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