Snowy White (born on 3 March 1948, as Terence Charles White, in Barnstaple,… Read Full Bio ↴Snowy White (born on 3 March 1948, as Terence Charles White, in Barnstaple, Devon) is a British blues and rock guitarist, mostly known for having played for Thin Lizzy (permanent member from 1979 to 1981) and for Pink Floyd (as a backup player; he was first invited to join the band through Europe and America, in 1977).

His 1983 solo debut album after leaving Thin Lizzy was titled White Flames and spawned the hit single Bird of Paradise.

During the following years, White focused on touring extensively with his White Flames band.

In 1990, he was invited by the then, former Pink Floyd member Roger Waters, to perform in another take of The Wall, by the ruins of the Berlin Wall, among with other guest artists, and delivered a memorable guitar solo in the song Comfortably Numb.

Through the years, he released records under his own name, as well as under the names Snowy White's Blues Agency and Snowy White & the White Flames.

Official Website: Snowy White

Crossroads
Snowy White Lyrics

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I don't mind if I am misunderstood
I even think it might do me some good
I don't care what the others say
I'm expecting some people to put me away

I'm at the crossroads
The wheels are turning
I'm at the crossroads

I'm at the crossroads
The bridge is burning
I'm at the crossroads

I can't do it if it ain't my way
When the feeling is right, that is when I play
I don't mind what the others say
Do what you like 'cause I am minding my way

I'm at the crossroads
The wheels are turning
I'm at the crossroads

I'm at the crossroads
The bridge is burning
I'm at the crossroads

I'm at the crossroads
The wheels are turning
I'm at the crossroads

It's time for change

Overall Meaning

The song "Crossroads" by Snowy White is a song about staying true to oneself and not caring about the opinions of others. The singer is saying that being misunderstood doesn't bother them, in fact it could be beneficial for them. They are expecting people to judge and criticize them, but they are not afraid to stand at the crossroads and make their own decisions.

The lyrics "I can't do it if it ain't my way, when the feeling is right, that is when I play" emphasize the importance of following one's intuition even when others may not understand. The phrase "I'm at the crossroads, the wheels are turning, the bridge is burning" represents a change in direction or a turning point in the singer's life, and they are not afraid of what lies ahead.

The final phrase "it’s time for change" represents the singer's willingness to embrace change and take control of their own destiny, regardless of the opinions of others.

Overall, Snowy White's song "Crossroads" is a powerful anthem about staying true to oneself and embracing change, even when it is uncomfortable.

Line by Line Meaning

I don't mind if I am misunderstood
I am okay with being perceived incorrectly by others

I even think it might do me some good
I believe being misunderstood could be beneficial for me

I don't care what the others say
I am not concerned with the opinions of others

I'm expecting some people to put me away
I am anticipating that some individuals will try to inhibit my goals or detain me

I'm at the crossroads
I am at a crucial turning point in my life

The wheels are turning
There are important decisions to be made and actions to be taken

The bridge is burning
A definitive break from the past is occurring

I can't do it if it ain't my way
I am unable to pursue something if I cannot do it in my own manner

When the feeling is right, that is when I play
I only engage in something when I am in the proper mindset to do so

Do what you like 'cause I am minding my way
You can do as you please, as it does not affect my goals or direction