High Hopes
Pink Floyd (mélQdramâ) Lyrics
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In a world of magnets and miracles
Our thoughts strayed constantly and without boundary
The ringing of the division bell had begun
Along the Long Road and on down the Causeway
Do they still meet there by the Cut
Running before times took our dreams away
Leaving the myriad small creatures trying to tie us to the ground
To a life consumed by slow decay
The grass was greener
The light was brighter
When friends surrounded
The nights of wonder
Looking beyond the embers of bridges glowing behind us
To a glimpse of how green it was on the other side
Steps taken forwards but sleepwalking back again
Dragged by the force of some sleeping tide
At a higher altitude with flag unfurled
We reached the dizzy heights of that dreamed of world
Encumbered forever by desire and ambition
There's a hunger still unsatisfied
Our weary eyes still stray to the horizon
Though down this road we've been so many times
The grass was greener
The light was brighter
The taste was sweeter
The nights of wonder
With friends surrounded
The dawn mist glowing
The water flowing
The endless river
Forever and ever
The lyrics of Pink Floyd's "High Hopes" are thought-provoking and deeply reflective of the human experience. The song talks about growing up, leaving behind the dreams and hopes of youth, and the struggle of reconciling oneself to the reality of adult life. The first verse talks about the passage of time and how, as we grow older, we become increasingly aware of the limitations of the world around us. The second verse depicts the memories of past friendships and experiences that seem to be lost in the passage of time.
The chorus of the song underscores the sense of loss and disillusionment felt by the singer, as he contemplates how different and more exciting life seemed in his youth. The verses describe a yearning to return to that sense of wonder and excitement, as well as the frustration of being unable to do so. The idea of 'High Hopes' is a metaphor for the idealistic dreams and aspirations of youth that gradually fade away as we mature and the weight of the world bears down on us.
The final verse of "High Hopes" captures the idea that despite the disillusionment and disappointments of life, there is still the yearning for something more. The singer still has a sense of hope and ambition that persists, even in the face of the harsh realities of growing older.
Line by Line Meaning
Beyond the horizon of the place we lived when we were young
We often think beyond our past and imagine new worlds where the impossible exists.
In a world of magnets and miracles
Our imaginations are free and full of infinite possibilities where the natural laws we know do not restrict us.
Our thoughts strayed constantly and without boundary
Our minds are boundless and free, untamed to wander and explore without inhibitions.
The ringing of the division bell had begun
We are at a crossroads, where the forces that divide us crumble the boundaries of our world, as we know it.
Along the Long Road and on down the Causeway
We walk the path of life, following the route of destiny, uncertain of the future but pursuing it anyway.
Do they still meet there by the Cut
We reminisce about the past and hope for the future by wondering if our old friends are still there, waiting for us.
There was a ragged band that followed in our footsteps
We all have a desire to be followed, admired, and respected, but we need to make sure we pave the way for others.
Running before times took our dreams away
We run from the past, hoping to keep our dreams alive, for that one chance to make them a reality.
Leaving the myriad small creatures trying to tie us to the ground
We leave behind the trivialities of life that anchor us down and prevent us from fly freely like birds.
To a life consumed by slow decay
We acknowledge that life often fades away slowly, and we are not immune to its effects.
The grass was greener
Our memories of the past can often appear superior to our present reality.
The light was brighter
The past often seems brighter and better than our present reality, where we can be blinded by routine and monotony.
When friends surrounded
Our fondest memories are the times when we had our friends around us, laughing, and enjoying life with us.
The nights of wonder
We remember the magical moments of our life where we felt awe, wonder and everything seemed perfect.
Looking beyond the embers of bridges glowing behind us
We move on from our past, taking the lessons learnt along the way, but never staying too long in the ashes of our past failures.
To a glimpse of how green it was on the other side
We yearn to sneak a peek into the future and hope that it looks promisingly better than our present reality.
Steps taken forwards but sleepwalking back again
We take one step forward towards our future, only to feel like we are sleepwalking back to our present reality.
Dragged by the force of some sleeping tide
We are uncertain of our fate and feel like the current of life often leads us towards our destiny without our control.
At a higher altitude with flag unfurled
We seek elevation, to rise above the mundane and explore the vast horizons beyond our reach.
We reached the dizzy heights of that dreamed of world
At times, we reach those lofty goals that we had once dreamt of, and we bask in the glory of that achievement.
Encumbered forever by desire and ambition
Despite reaching some goals, we still feel encumbered by our desires and ambitions, always chasing after more and never feeling satisfied.
There's a hunger still unsatisfied
We all have an unquenchable thirst for more, even when we have achieved beyond our wildest imaginations.
Our weary eyes still stray to the horizon
Our souls are weary, but our eyes are still fixated on the future, looking beyond our current struggles and sufferings.
Though down this road we've been so many times
Despite the countless journeys we have taken, we still walk down this path, never deterred by failures, mistakes, and hardships.
The taste was sweeter
Our memories tell us that life had more flavor and appeal in the past than it does now.
With friends surrounded
We cherish the moments in life when we have our friends and family around us, feeling loved, supported, and understood.
The dawn mist glowing
We revere the beauty that nature has to offer and cherish its awe-inspiring beauty in the early dawn of morning.
The water flowing
We appreciate the ever-flowing currents of life that never diminish, always ebbing and flowing, creating a rhythm for us to move along to.
The endless river
We acknowledge that life's journey is permanent, and we are a small part of the never-ending river of life, pushing us towards our destinies.
Forever and ever
We recognize that life is a continuous journey that transcends time and space, infinite in its possibilities and grandeur.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, IMAGEM MUSIC INC
Written by: DAVID JON GILMOUR, POLLY ANNE SAMSON, POLLY ANNIE SAMSON
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To whoever is listening to this song now, wherever you are.... Sending you love, peace, healing and all good wishes. May your life be good
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for you too, my friend
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@basudevbiswal6572
If you're reading this, I want you to know, you have a great taste in music. Have a great life ahead.
Edit: I am overwhelmed by the amount of likes you all have given. I know it is a very difficult time for all of us. No matter what, Stay strong. And most importantly, Never lose HOPE.
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Same, from Brazil.
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✨Peace&Blessings✨
🙌
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