Eyes Of Blue
Paul Carrack Lyrics

I want to know how does it feel
The singer expresses a strong desire to understand what it's like to be in the shoes of the person with blue eyes.

Behind those eyes of blue
The singer is referring to the person's blue eyes as the window through which they can sense their feelings and emotions.

You've made your mistakes
The singer acknowledges that the person has made errors or lapses in judgment, leading to some negative consequences.

And now your heart aches
The artist believes that the person is currently feeling emotional pain as a result of their past mistakes or losses.

People may say you've had your chance
The artist recognizes that others might blame the person for letting opportunities slip away in the past.

And let it slip away
The singer implies that the person had an opportunity to achieve something great, but didn't take advantage of it when they had the chance.

But hard as they try
The singer suggests that despite the criticisms the person may face, others aren't fully aware of how difficult it may be for them to overcome their current situation.

There's a dream that won't die
The artist asserts that the person has a persistent hope or vision that they refuse to surrender despite the setbacks that they've faced.

Maybe once in a while
The artist acknowledges that there are moments when the person may show a hint of happiness or optimism.

There's a trace of a smile
The artist detects a small sign of joy or lightheartedness in the person's demeanor.

But it's painfully clear
The singer expresses that despite the occasional happy moments, it's evident that the person is struggling with a lot of pain and sadness.

There's a river of tears
The artist uses a metaphor to suggest that the person is experiencing overwhelming levels of sadness and emotional release in the form of tears.

You know life is too short
The singer emphasizes that time is valuable and fleeting, and that it's important not to waste it.

For compromising
The singer implies that making concessions or settling for something less than ideal would be a waste of time.

Take a hold of your dream
The singer encourages the person to seize their ambition or aspiration and make it a reality.

And realize it
The artist continues by telling the person not to be satisfied with just having a dream, but to work hard and bring it to fruition.

You know there's nothing left
The artist emphasizes that there are no more obstacles to overcome or impediments to achieving the person's goal.

To stand in your way
The singer reinforces the idea that the person is now free and empowered to achieve their desired outcome.

Except yourself and I know
The singer acknowledges that the person may be hesitant or doubtful of their own abilities to succeed in this endeavor.

Though your hearts full of pain
The artist reassures the person that it's normal to feel hurt or emotional during challenging times, but that they can still persevere.

That a hope still remains
The artist reminds the person that even when things seem bleak or difficult, they still have a reason to hold onto the possibility of positive change.