Walking
The Arrows Lyrics


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When you're out, you're out and you know
Well, nothing ever happened inside the boat
And now I'll never be the same
And You are, oh, You are the one to blame

You and your kind hearted ways
How could I turn away from that face?
So, now I'm stuck playing Your games
Oh ah oh ah, these games of faith
And oh, well I can't look down
Oh, or I might drown, I might drown

While I'm waking on this water all the time
Yet I keep hoping that
I won't go sinking down under the tide
So, I keep praying that I
Can keep my eyes on You and I
I'll always have You on my mind
You're on my mind
You're on my mind

Oh the ground will never be
Half as fun as what it used to be
I have tasted, I have seen
I've become the dreamer of Your dreams
And oh, well, I can't look down
Oh, or I might drown, I might drown

While I'm waking on this water all the time
Yet I keep hoping that
I won't go sinking down under the tide
So I keep praying that I
Can keep my eyes on You and I
I'll always have You on my mind




You're on my mind
You're on my mind

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Arrows' song "Walking" depict a sense of being caught up in a relationship or situation that is both exhilarating and risky. The singer is confessing to being unable to resist the charm and kindness of the person they are addressing, despite the potential consequences. The line "When you're out, you're out and you know" suggests that once involved with this person, there is no turning back.


The opening lines, "Well, nothing ever happened inside the boat, and now I'll never be the same," seem to imply that the singer's life has been transformed since encountering this individual. They attribute the changes they are experiencing to the person they are addressing, saying "You are, oh, You are the one to blame."


The chorus of the song reflects the conflicting emotions and dependence on this person. The singer feels trapped playing their games, yet acknowledges that they can't help but be drawn to them. The repetition of the lines "I'll always have You on my mind, You're on my mind" suggests that this person occupies their thoughts constantly.


The lyrics also touch on the theme of faith and trust. The line "So, I keep praying that I can keep my eyes on You" implies that the singer hopes to maintain their focus and not lose themselves in the situation. They compare their journey to walking on water, symbolizing the precarious and challenging nature of their relationship.


Overall, "Walking" portrays a complex emotional dynamic where the singer is unable to resist the allure of someone who has a hold on them, but also recognizes the potential dangers and risks involved.


Line by Line Meaning

When you're out, you're out and you know
When you're no longer involved, you understand that nothing significant occurs.


Well, nothing ever happened inside the boat
In the boat, there were no remarkable experiences or events.


And now I'll never be the same
As a result, I have undergone a transformation that is irreversible.


And You are, oh, You are the one to blame
You are solely responsible for the consequences I face.


You and your kind hearted ways
Your compassionate nature and actions.


How could I turn away from that face?
It is impossible for me to reject someone with such a kind and appealing visage.


So, now I'm stuck playing Your games
Now, I find myself trapped in these manipulative situations you create.


Oh ah oh ah, these games of faith
These life situations in which faith and trust are constantly tested.


And oh, well I can't look down
I must not divert my gaze downwards.


Oh, or I might drown, I might drown
Otherwise, I may succumb to overwhelming circumstances.


While I'm waking on this water all the time
Persistently, I find myself walking on water.


Yet I keep hoping that
Nevertheless, I maintain hope that


I won't go sinking down under the tide
I will not be overwhelmed and submerged by challenging circumstances.


So, I keep praying that I
Therefore, I continue to pray that I


Can keep my eyes on You and I
Can maintain my focus on both You and myself.


I'll always have You on my mind
You will consistently occupy my thoughts.


You're on my mind
You are occupying my thoughts.


Oh the ground will never be
The ordinary and mundane aspects of life


Half as fun as what it used to be
Are now incomparably less enjoyable than before.


I have tasted, I have seen
I have experienced and witnessed


I've become the dreamer of Your dreams
I have now become the one who envisions and aspires to fulfill Your dreams.


And oh, well, I can't look down
Yet, I must not divert my gaze downwards.


Oh, or I might drown, I might drown
Because if I do, I risk being overwhelmed and submerged.


While I'm waking on this water all the time
Continuously, I find myself walking on water.


Yet I keep hoping that
Nevertheless, I maintain hope that


I won't go sinking down under the tide
I will not be overwhelmed and submerged by challenging circumstances.


So I keep praying that I
Therefore, I continue to pray that I


Can keep my eyes on You and I
Can maintain my focus on both You and myself.


I'll always have You on my mind
You will consistently occupy my thoughts.


You're on my mind
You are occupying my thoughts.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PAMELA DE MENEZES

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@9716432

Lovely video and great song! Now I finally have the lyrics, thanks for posting!

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Excellent video .pretty good for a novice

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Thank you!! I couldn't get these anywhere =P

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