Angie
T.B.Schmit D.Henley Lyrics
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When will those clouds all disappear?
Angie, Angie
Where will it lead us from here?
With no loving in our souls
And no money in our coats
You can't say we're satisfied
You can't say we never tried
All the dreams we held so close
Seemed to all go up in smoke
Let me whisper in your ear
Angie, Angie
Where will it lead us from here?
Oh Angie, don't weep
All your kisses still taste sweet
I hate that sadness in your eyes
But Angie, I still love you, baby
Everywhere I look I see your eyes
There ain't a woman that comes close to you
Come on baby dry your eyes
But Angie, Angie
Ain't it good to be alive?
Angie, Angie
They can't say we never tried
The song “Angie” by T.B. Schmit and D. Henley tells the story of a couple who seem to have lost their way in life. The lyrics question the future and the current state of their relationship. The song starts with the singer asking when the clouds will disappear and where their lives will lead them next. The couple doesn't have any love in their souls and no money in their coats, they are not satisfied despite their efforts. However, the singer reassures his lover that they tried their best, but it seems like all the dreams they held so close had gone up in smoke.
The song also expresses sadness for their relationship, but the singer still loves his partner. He acknowledges the sadness in her eyes and tries to make her feel better by telling her that all her kisses still taste sweet. The song ends with the couple rejoicing in the fact that they are alive and that they never gave up on their love.
Overall, “Angie” is a story of a couple struggling to find their way through life, but despite the challenges, they still love each other and are happy to be alive.
Line by Line Meaning
Angie, Angie
The singer is addressing someone named Angie.
When will those clouds all disappear?
The singer is asking when their troubles and problems will come to an end.
Where will it lead us from here?
The singer is wondering where their current situation will take them.
With no loving in our souls
The singer is acknowledging that there is no love in their relationship.
And no money in our coats
The singer is acknowledging that they are not wealthy or financially secure.
You can't say we're satisfied
The singer is admitting that they are not content with their situation.
But Angie, Angie
The singer is addressing Angie again to emphasize their point.
You can't say we never tried
The singer is acknowledging that they have made an effort to make the relationship work.
All the dreams we held so close
The singer is acknowledging that they had shared dreams and ambitions.
Seemed to all go up in smoke
The singer is expressing disappointment that their dreams did not come to fruition.
Let me whisper in your ear
The singer is getting close to Angie to speak in her ear.
Angie, Angie
The singer is addressing Angie again to ask a question.
Where will it lead us from here?
The singer is wondering about the future of their relationship.
Oh Angie, don't weep
The singer is comforting Angie and asking her not to cry.
All your kisses still taste sweet
The singer is complimenting Angie's kisses.
I hate that sadness in your eyes
The singer is expressing sadness over the fact that Angie is unhappy.
But Angie, I still love you, baby
The singer is expressing their love for Angie.
Everywhere I look I see your eyes
The singer is saying that they cannot escape thoughts of Angie.
There ain't a woman that comes close to you
The singer is saying that no other woman can compare to Angie.
Come on baby, dry your eyes
The singer is encouraging Angie to stop crying.
But Angie, Angie
The singer is addressing Angie again.
Ain't it good to be alive?
The singer is reminding Angie that they are alive and should appreciate that fact.
Angie, Angie
The singer is addressing Angie again.
They can't say we never tried
The singer is acknowledging that they have made an effort in their relationship.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: KEITH RICHARDS, MICK JAGGER
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Theresa Constantino
Love and look up to Joe so much! He is truly an amazing human being. He seems so down to earth and just so humble and grateful. Great interview!
Daniel Fisch
Funny as hell too
Janet Forte
Joe, you're a rock star in my book 24 hours a day! I agree our country hasn't been this divided since Nam and it's sad to see.
George Humphrey
Joe I was drafted and sent to Vietnam as an infantry grunt in 1968. I was wounded nine months in to my tour. When I got hit it instantly paralyzed and I couldn't move my legs. I knew I was hurt bad enough to go home. At the time we had are battalion commander with our company. He had his own personal house trailer that he would have the helicopter guys fly his trailer out to different firebases like ours where he'd spend a few days. All this crap he pulled was called TOC ( Tactical Operations Command ). The man was a gong ho commander who wanted his men in combat. I was on a stretcher waiting for a medivac flight out of this hell. I couldn't help it and laid in to that ass and what I thought of him. My buddies said they tried to convince him I was delirious. He got even with me and pretty much cleared my DD 214 of any metals that I had been awarded. Nothing heroic just medals you get for places you had been etc. I was discharged from the Army and sent to Hines VA hospital in Maywood, Illinois. About a month laid up at the VA the Army called and said they had a Purple Heart to present me. Did I want them to come and pin it on me or mail it. I told them to mail it. I hope to see you in 2022 Vetsaid, I'll be there. Sorry for making this so long but its been 53 years ago and first time I have ever told it.
Merin
Lookin’ good! What a nice guy. Hope I get to see him play sometime. Great interview.🌸
65strad
Always enjoyed Joe's talent and hearing his thoughts
Tennessee Girl
I love the way he kids around! And I love the way he has a heart for vet's. Although we don't totally agree on politics, I STILL love the guy! Love to hear his stories of the old days ❤
Derek Kane
The drinking man's musician back in the day has made a remarkable recovery and has sounded better than ever the past 20 plus years. Such an inspirational guitar player and human being. Absolutely love Joe Walsh 👍
James Bruce
"Riff Royalty" right there...Grats on hitting 70 Joe, keep on keepin on brother!!
Mia and Reggie
He's real and he's cool!!! Yet, I'm a veteran. We are always going to be at war in some fashion. The kids sign up mostly because they need a way out or look for some education. It's not vietnam any longer.