True To Life
Roxy Music Lyrics


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So it gets to seven
And I think of nothing
But living in darkness
And the diamond lady
Well she's not telling
I don't even know her name

It's amazing
Times have changed
In days of old
Imagination'd leave you standing
Out in the could
Dancing city
Now you're talking

But where's your soul
You've a thousand faces
I'll never know
There are complications
And compensations
If you know the game
Agitated in Xenon nightly
I'll take you home again

Travel way downtown
In search of nothing
But the sky at night
And the diamond lady
Well she's not talking
But that's alright
So I turn the pages
And tell the story
From town to town

People tell me
Be determined
Poor country boy
Too much luck
Means too much trouble
Much time alone
But arm in arm




With my seaside diamond
I'll soon be home

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Roxy Music's song True To Life describe the singer's journey through the night, searching for meaning and connection. The opening lines create a sense of isolation and confusion, as the singer feels lost and alone in the darkness. The diamond lady is a mysterious figure who represents the singer's desire for companionship and understanding, but she remains elusive and distant. The singer is drawn to her beauty and allure, but he does not even know her name.


As the song progresses, the singer reflects on the changing times and the ways in which modern life has both expanded and contracted our sense of self. He longs for a deeper connection, a sense of soul that he feels is missing in the bustling, impersonal city. The repetition of the phrase "where's your soul" highlights this yearning, as the singer seeks to find meaning and connection in a world that often feels cold and distant.


Despite the challenges of life, the singer finds hope in his relationship with the diamond lady. Their connection represents the possibility of overcoming the difficulties and complexities of life, and finding a sense of home and belonging. The final lines suggest that even in the face of adversity, the singer remains determined to continue on his journey, always seeking out new experiences and connections.


Line by Line Meaning

So it gets to seven
As the night progresses


And I think of nothing
My mind is empty


But living in darkness
The darkness is consuming me


And the diamond lady
A beautiful woman who glitters like a diamond


Well she's not telling
She is withholding information


I don't even know her name
I don't have any knowledge about her


It's amazing
I am in awe


Times have changed
The world is different now


In days of old
In the past


Imagination'd leave you standing
Your imagination would leave you stranded


Out in the could
In the cold and lonely world


Dancing city
A city that never sleeps


Now you're talking
This is what I want to hear about


But where's your soul
What is your true purpose in this city?


You've a thousand faces
You have many personalities


I'll never know
I cannot comprehend


There are complications
There are many problems


And compensations
But there are always ways to make up for them


If you know the game
If you can navigate this world


Agitated in Xenon nightly
Feeling restless in the neon lights at night


I'll take you home again
Let me guide you back to your safe haven


Travel way downtown
Venture far into the city


In search of nothing
Without any purpose


But the sky at night
Only to appreciate the beauty of the night sky


And the diamond lady
In the company of the beautiful woman


Well she's not talking
But she is still distant and unapproachable


But that's alright
But I will not let that affect my mood


So I turn the pages
Move on to the next chapter


And tell the story
Experience and share the journey


From town to town
As I travel from place to place


People tell me
I hear from others


Be determined
Stay strong, persevere


Poor country boy
Even though I come from a simple life


Too much luck
Having too much fortune


Means too much trouble
Can cause complications and problems


Much time alone
Leaves me with a lot of solitude


But arm in arm
With a companion by my side


With my seaside diamond
Referring to the woman who shines like a diamond


I'll soon be home
I will eventually find my way back home




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: BRYAN FERRY

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