On the Way
Rafferty Gerry Lyrics


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Driftin? along with the wind, telling yourself you can?t win
It?s over and now we begin, oh yeah we are on the way
Light shining down from the east, bringing a love that won?t cease
Yeah now we are finally released, oh yeah we?re on the way.

[Chorus:]
I used to think that I was doin? all right, but now I know that I was just hanging on
I used to wake up in the dead of night, and see the road that I was travellin? on.

Only one woman one man, just doing the best that we can
There?s so much we don?t understand, oh yeah but we?re on the way
Yeah Yeah Yeah
Yeah Yeah Yeah

[Chorus]

Only one woman one man, just doing the best that we can
There?s so much we don?t understand, oh yeah but we?re on the way
Light shining down from the east, bringing a love that won?t cease
Yeah now we are finally released, oh yeah we?re on the way.





Yeah Yeah Yeah
Yeah Yeah Yeah

Overall Meaning

The song “On The Way” by Rafferty Gerry delivers a message about finding a sense of direction in life even when it seems like everything is falling apart. The lyrics describe the feeling of drifting along, without a sense of purpose or direction. But as the song progresses, the message becomes more optimistic, with the singer describing a light shining from the east, bringing a love that won't cease. The lyrics suggest that this light is a symbol of hope and that, thanks to this newfound sense of purpose, the singer is finally on the way to finding happiness.


The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea that sometimes in life, one can just be hanging on, without truly realizing their purpose. The lyrics suggest that it's important to recognize this and make changes in order to find true happiness. The idea of being “on the way” carries a sense of forward motion, driving towards something better. The repeated use of the phrase “Yeah Yeah Yeah” in the song's closing moments, serves to emphasize the sense of optimism and determination that runs through the song.


Overall, “On The Way” is a song about finding purpose and direction in life, despite the obstacles that may come your way, and ultimately, finding hope and happiness.


Line by Line Meaning

Driftin? along with the wind, telling yourself you can?t win
Feeling lost and defeated, convinced that success is impossible.


It?s over and now we begin, oh yeah we are on the way
Acknowledging the past is done and it's time to start anew with optimism.


Light shining down from the east, bringing a love that won?t cease
Finding hope and comfort in the brightness of the future.


Yeah now we are finally released, oh yeah we?re on the way.
Breaking free from negative thoughts and emotions that held you back, and embarking on a journey towards a brighter future.


I used to think that I was doin? all right, but now I know that I was just hanging on
Realizing that what you thought was a fulfilling life was actually one of mere survival and stagnation.


I used to wake up in the dead of night, and see the road that I was travellin? on.
Experiencing sleepless nights filled with anxiety, worrying about the uncertainty of the future and the path that you were on.


Only one woman one man, just doing the best that we can
Conveying that life is simply about two people trying their best together.


There?s so much we don?t understand, oh yeah but we?re on the way.
Acknowledging the unknowns in life but remaining hopeful as you venture forward.


Yeah Yeah Yeah
Expressing enthusiasm and positivity towards the journey.


Yeah Yeah Yeah
Reiterating the excitement and optimism that was previously mentioned.




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Written by: GERRY RAFFERTY

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Gerry Rafferty
"On The Way"

Driftin' along with the wind, telling yourself you can't win
It's over and now we begin, oh yeah we are on the way
Light shining down from the east, bringing a love that won't cease
Yeah now we are finally released, oh yeah we're on the way.

I used to think that I was doin' all right, but now I know that I was just hanging on
I used to wake up in the dead of night, and see the road that I was travellin' on.

Only one woman one man, just doing the best that we can
There's so much we don't understand, oh yeah but we're on the way
Yeah Yeah Yeah
Yeah Yeah Yeah

I used to think that I was doin' all right, but now I know that I was just hanging on
I used to wake up in the dead of night, and see the road that I was travellin' on.

Only one woman one man, just doing the best that we can
There's so much we don't understand, oh yeah but we're on the way
Light shining down from the east, bringing a love that won't cease
Yeah now we are finally released, oh yeah we're on the way.

[fade]
Yeah Yeah Yeah
Yeah Yeah Yeah



All comments from YouTube:

Tim Barham

When you think that in general people only know Baker St. Gerry’s catalogue is vast. He had so many great and diverse songs that are rarely heard. My favourite singer composer by a mile. Sadly missed.🙏

Rick Johnson

CANNOT STOP LISTENING TO MASTERPIECE!!!

Adam Palczewo

I too

Marlies en Hans Van Loon

Fantastique 👍👍👍 Gerry is a legend R.I.P.

Rick Johnson

THE LATE GREAT IRREPLACEABLE GERRY RAFFERTY!!!

Andrew Hollis

Gerry is my number one singer/songwriter - Incredibly talented.

Gervan Simon

Only discovered this song yesterday & can't stop playing it now- LOVE IT!
Many thanks for uploading :-)

Norma McNeill

I have just heard him singing the girls got no confidence and u can't get it out of my head but that what is so good about his music

Rick Johnson

Another great hit by the LATE GREAT GERRY RAFFERTY!!! The first time I also heard it!

Marlies en Hans Van Loon

It is a pity that he did not want to be “famous” otherwise millions more fans and one of the best singer/songwriters.
Great songs great voice 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

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