Drift Away
Starr Ringo Lyrics
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Give me the beat boys
Day after day I'm more confused
But I look for the light through the pouring rain
You know that's a game that I hate to lose
I'm feeling the strain
Ain't it a shame
(Chorus)
I wanna get lost in the rock and roll
And drift away
I'm beginning to think that I'm wasting my time
And I don't understand the things I do
The world outside looks so unkind
Now it's up to you
To carry me through
(to Chorus)
And when my mind is free
You know the melody can move me
And when I'm feeling blue
The guitar's coming through to soothe me
Thanks for the joy you've given me
I want you to know that I believe in the song
You help me along
You're making me strong
Give me the beat boys
Give me the beat boys
(to Chorus)
"Drift Away" by Starr Ringo is a classic rock song that has become an anthem for anyone feeling lost or down in life. The opening lines, "Give me the beat boys, and free my soul, I wanna get lost in rock and roll, and drift away," set the tone for the rest of the song. It is a cry out for salvation from the monotony of everyday life and all of its struggles. The singer in the song is looking for a way out and finds it in rock and roll. The song speaks of day-to-day confusion and self-doubt, perfectly encapsulated in the line, "I'm beginning to think that I'm wasting my time, and I don't understand the things I do."
As he searches for a way out, he finds comfort and solace in music- "And when my mind is free, you know the melody can move me, and when I'm feeling blue, the guitar's coming through to soothe me." This is something that many of us can relate to, the healing power of music that can calm us down and provide a sanctuary from the clamor of life. The song concludes with the singer thanking the people who make music for giving him a sense of purpose and strength - "Thanks for the joy you've given me, I want you to know that I believe in the song, you help me along, you're making me strong."
Overall, "Drift Away" is about the transformative power of music, and the way that it can help us find meaning and purpose in life. The song speaks to anyone who has ever felt lost or alone and turns to music for comfort and redemption.
Line by Line Meaning
Give me the beat boys
I need the rhythm of the music to lift my spirits
Give me the beat boys
Repeating the call for music to help me escape my troubles
Day after day I'm more confused
I feel lost and uncertain about my life as time passes by
But I look for the light through the pouring rain
I try to find hope and positivity in difficult times
You know that's a game that I hate to lose
I cannot afford to let despair win against me
I'm feeling the strain
The pressure to keep going despite the challenges is weighing on me
Ain't it a shame
Expressing disappointment at the hardships I face
Give me the beat boys and free my soul
Asking for music to help me let go of my worries and uplift my spirit
I wanna get lost in the rock and roll
I want to lose myself in the music and forget about my problems
And drift away
Letting myself be taken away by the music to a place of peace and calmness
I'm beginning to think that I'm wasting my time
I am unsure if my efforts are worth it, and I might be wasting my potential
And I don't understand the things I do
I cannot make sense of my actions and their results
The world outside looks so unkind
The reality outside is harsh and unforgiving
Now it's up to you
I need the music to carry me through the tough times
To carry me through
I need the music to sustain me in the difficulties I face
And when my mind is free
When I let go of my worries and anxieties, and just listen to music
You know the melody can move me
The music has the power to make me feel emotions and respond to it
And when I'm feeling blue
When I am sad or depressed
The guitar's coming through to soothe me
The sound of the guitar is calming and healing to me
Thanks for the joy you've given me
I am grateful for the happiness and comfort that the music gave me
I want you to know that I believe in the song
The music is my source of hope and inspiration
You help me along
The music is helping me carry on in life
You're making me strong
The music is giving me the strength to face the challenges of life
Give me the beat boys
Repeating the call for music to help me cope with my struggles
Give me the beat boys
Repeating the call for music to help me escape my worries
I wanna get lost in the rock and roll
Repeating the desire to let go of my problems and immerse myself in the music
And drift away
Repeating the need to lose myself in the music and find peace and comfort
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Mentor R. Williams
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