Fly
Steve Winwood Lyrics


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On a brave new morning, smiling at the sky
Every shadow of the past whispers goodbye
There is hope, if you can see
I give it all to you, you give it all to me
Every winter has the sun within its heart
And everything we think we knew we can forget
Maybe far but not apart
I know it's getting better and it will be better yet

So fly
Cause I know what you're feeling
When it turns out that way
And that emotion is healing
And we can fly...

Climbed a mountain, just to see the other side
We start with nothing, cause there's nothing left to hide
I believe in every new day
I'll never be that man who threw it all away
In the valley there's a river running through
Wherever it may take me, I will follow you
There's an answer to all the rain
It's when I turn around and hear you say my name

So fly...
And we can fly...
Oh what you're healing...
Cause there is nothing but clouds in your way
As we face the day...

So the time has come but I will say a prayer
As the day break, I know I will meet you there
By the shoreline ever-changing
I give my word to you, you gave your word to me
So the morning has a song to feed my soul
It was divided, but with you it feels whole
There's a life only we know
And there's a secret place where only we can go





So fly...
And we can fly...

Overall Meaning

The song "Fly" by Steve Winwood speaks of hope, belief, and love, amidst the storms of life. The opening lines of the song, "On a brave new morning, smiling at the sky, every shadow of the past whispers goodbye", talks about starting fresh with a new day and leaving behind the past mistakes and regrets. The singer expresses his belief in hope, saying that every winter has the sun within its heart, and that we can forget everything we thought we knew. He believes that things can get better if we can see hope and give all of ourselves to it.


In the second stanza, the song talks about climbing a mountain and starting with nothing because there's nothing left to hide. He believes in the power of every new day and promises to never be the man who threw it all away. He talks about a valley with a river running through it, where he'll follow the person he's singing to, no matter where it takes him. He believes there's an answer to all the rain, and it's hearing the person he's singing to say his name.


In the final stanza, he sings of a new morning, saying a prayer and knowing that he'll meet the person he's singing to by the shoreline that's ever-changing. He gives his word to them, and they gave theirs to him. He talks about a life only they know and a secret place where they can go.


Overall, the song is about hope, love, and the power to start over every new day. It speaks of the unbreakable bond between two people who give their all to each other.


Line by Line Meaning

On a brave new morning, smiling at the sky
Starting a new day with a positive attitude and feeling optimistic.


Every shadow of the past whispers goodbye
Letting go of the past and moving forward from past regrets and mistakes.


There is hope, if you can see
Believing that there is always a chance for a better future, if one is open to seeing it.


I give it all to you, you give it all to me
Expressing mutual trust and giving in a relationship, where both partners are willing to share and support each other.


Every winter has the sun within its heart
Recognizing that there is always light and hope even in dark times or situations.


And everything we think we knew we can forget
Embracing change and being open to new experiences and perspectives, no matter how different they may seem from our old ways of thinking.


Maybe far but not apart
Feeling connected to someone even when physically distant, through the memories, love, and shared moments.


I know it's getting better and it will be better yet
Expressing optimism, faith, and confidence that things will improve, and there is always a brighter future ahead.


So fly
Encouraging someone to take a chance or make a change, and to embrace new opportunities and possibilities.


Cause I know what you're feeling
Empathizing with someone's emotional struggles and challenges, and offering support and encouragement.


When it turns out that way
Referring to situations where things don't go as planned or hoped for, and there may be disappointment or setback.


And that emotion is healing
Recognizing that expressing and processing one's emotions can be a healthy and therapeutic way to cope with hardships or traumas.


Climbed a mountain, just to see the other side
Describing the resilience and determination to overcome challenges and obstacles in pursuit of a goal or aspiration.


We start with nothing, cause there's nothing left to hide
Acknowledging the importance of authenticity and transparency, and being able to start fresh with a clean slate.


I believe in every new day
Holding on to hope and faith in the promise of a fresh start or a new beginning, each day bringing new opportunities and possibilities.


I'll never be that man who threw it all away
Expressing determination and commitment to not repeat past mistakes, and to hold onto the valuable things in life and relationships.


In the valley there's a river running through
Acknowledging the beauty and peace that nature can bring, and finding comfort in its simplicity and consistency.


Wherever it may take me, I will follow you
Showing loyalty and devotion to a loved one, no matter what challenges or experiences may come their way.


There's an answer to all the rain
Believing that there is always a solution or response to hardships or challenges, and that these experiences can provide opportunities for growth and learning.


It's when I turn around and hear you say my name
Finding comfort and joy in the love and connection to someone special, and feeling a sense of belonging and identity with them.


Oh what you're healing...
Continuing the idea of expressing emotions and finding healing through connection and love.


Cause there is nothing but clouds in your way
Acknowledging the obstacles and hardships that may be blocking someone's path or perspective, and encouraging them to find a way through or around them.


So the time has come but I will say a prayer
Expressing a mix of faith and uncertainty about the future, and relying on the comfort of prayer or spirituality in facing tough times.


As the day break, I know I will meet you there
Looking forward to the future and the possibilities it holds, with a sense of optimism and anticipation for what may come.


By the shoreline ever-changing
Reflecting on the impermanence of life and the constant ebbs and flows of change and growth, as symbolized by the shoreline and the ocean.


I give my word to you, you gave your word to me
Reinforcing the importance of trust and commitment in relationships, and showing that each partner is willing to give and receive the same level of dedication and loyalty.


So the morning has a song to feed my soul
Finding joy and inspiration in the beauty and promise of a new day, with the hope that it will bring a sense of peace and nourishment to one's spirit.


It was divided, but with you it feels whole
Expressing the sense of completeness and belonging that comes from being with someone special, who brings harmony and balance to one's life.


There's a life only we know
Describing the unique relationship and bond between two people, that is exclusive to them and not known by others.


And there's a secret place where only we can go
Highlighting the intimacy and private nature of a special relationship, and the deep emotional and spiritual connection that is shared by only two people.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOSE NETO, JOSE PIRES DE ALMEIDA NETO, PETER GODWIN, PETER DOUGLAS GODWIN, STEVE WINWOOD

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