Not to be confused with The Beach Boys' 1964 song "Wendy", "Windy" was the Association's second U.S. No. 1 hit, following "Cherish" in 1966. Billboard ranked the record as the No. 4 song for 1967. The lead vocals were sung primarily by guitarist Larry Ramos along with percussionist Russ Giguere (both would sing lead together in the band's last Top 40 hit "Time for Livin").
Windy
The Association Lyrics
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Calling a name that's lighter than air
Who's bending down to give me a rainbow
Everyone knows it's Windy
Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smilin' at everybody she sees
Who's reachin' out to capture a moment
And Windy has stormy eyes
That flash at the sound of lies
And Windy has wings to fly
Above the clouds (above the clouds)
Above the clouds (above the clouds)
And Windy has stormy eyes
That flash at the sound of lies
And Windy has wings to fly
Above the clouds (above the clouds)
Above the clouds (above the clouds)
Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smilin' at everybody she sees
Who's reachin' out to capture a moment
Everyone knows it's Windy
Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smilin' at everybody she sees
Who's reachin' out to capture a moment
Everyone knows it's Windy
Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smilin' at everybody she sees
Who's reachin' out to capture a moment
Everyone knows it's Windy
Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smilin' at everybody she sees
Who's reachin' out to capture a moment
Everyone knows it's Windy
Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smilin' at everybody she sees
Who's reachin' out to capture a moment
The song "Windy" by The Association is a love ode to a girl named Windy who is described as a free-spirited and carefree person. In the first verse, the singer asks who is peeking out from under a stairway and calling his name in a light and airy tone. He then asks who is bending down to give him a rainbow, suggesting that Windy is the one doing these things. In the second verse, the singer describes Windy tripping down the streets of the city, smiling at everyone she sees and reaching out to capture a moment. The chorus repeats that everyone knows itâs Windy and she has stormy eyes that flash at the sound of lies and wings to fly above the clouds.
The song is an interesting blend of psychedelic pop, sunshine pop, and folk rock, with its catchy melody and uplifting lyrics. The lyrics paint a colorful picture of a whimsical girl with stormy eyes and wings, who appears to be the personification of the wind. The song has been interpreted in many ways, from a tribute to an actual girl named Windy, to a metaphor for the carefree nature of the 60s youth culture. Nonetheless, the song remains a classic of the era and a well-loved tune.
Line by Line Meaning
Who's peekin' out from under a stairway
Someone is hiding under a stairway and looking out.
Calling a name that's lighter than air
This person is calling out a name that seems weightless and ethereal.
Who's bending down to give me a rainbow
Someone is bending down to offer a colorful, beautiful sight to the singer.
Everyone knows it's Windy
Everyone recognizes that this person is Windy.
Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Someone is walking through the city streets, enjoying the scenery.
Smilin' at everybody she sees
This person is friendly and smiling at anyone they come across.
Who's reachin' out to capture a moment
Someone is trying to hold onto a particular experience or memory.
And Windy has stormy eyes
Windy's eyes have a tumultuous quality to them.
That flash at the sound of lies
Windy's eyes react strongly to falsehoods.
And Windy has wings to fly
Windy has the ability to soar above everyday life and its troubles.
Above the clouds (above the clouds)
This is just emphasizing how high Windy can soar.
Who's tripping down the streets of the city
This line is repeating the earlier description of Windy's actions.
Smilin' at everybody she sees
Again, Windy is shown to be a friendly person.
Who's reachin' out to capture a moment
Once more, Windy is trying to hold onto a particular experience or memory.
Everyone knows it's Windy
The refrain repeats, once more establishing that this person is indeed Windy.
Who's tripping down the streets of the city
This repetition reinforces the idea of Windy being an active person in the city.
Smilin' at everybody she sees
Windy's friendly nature is once more highlighted.
Who's reachin' out to capture a moment
Windy's desire to hold onto meaningful experiences is emphasized once again.
Lyrics Š Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ruthann Friedman
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@813jag
Who's peeking out from under a stairway
Calling a name that's lighter than air?
Who's bending down to give me a rainbow?
Everyone knows it's Windy
Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smiling at everybody she sees?
Who's reaching out to capture a moment?
Everyone knows it's Windy
And Windy has stormy eyes
That flash at the sound of lies
And Windy has wings to fly
Above the clouds (Above the clouds)
Above the clouds (Above the clouds)
And Windy has stormy eyes
That flash at the sound of lies
And Windy has wings to fly
Above the clouds (Above the clouds)
Above the clouds (Above the clouds)
Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smiling at everybody she sees?
Who's reaching out to capture a moment?
Everyone knows it's Windy
Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smiling at everybody she sees?
Who's reaching out to capture a moment?
Everyone knows it's Windy
Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smiling at everybody she sees?
Who's reaching out to capture a moment?
Everyone knows it's Windy
Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smiling at everybody she sees?
Who's reaching out to capture a moment?
Everyone knows it's Windy
Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smiling at everybody she sees?
Who's reaching out to capture a moment?
Everyone knows it's Windy
@mofoblitz7482
This song appeared in both Sesame Street and Breaking Bad
Let that sink in
@dirtydan9785
what the hell does the sink want now?
@mofoblitz7482
@@dirtydan9785 interesting facts :P
@kennyblakley8776
Old enough to get that. : )
@JESUSLIVESAMEN
Giancarlo Esposito was in both shows as well.
Heisenberg's empire reaches far
@ryshed4365
@@dirtydan9785 what a underrated gem
That fucking sink again banging on the door at all hours. Tell him to fuck off we already have one sink we don't need 2
@aReallySwellGuy
I was an Uber driver and picked a man up from the veterans clinic with serious brain damage, and my knowledge of old music was so exciting to him that he was bouncing and clapping with joy as I put on old tunes that were essentially lost to him. Heâd sing a bit or hum some and I recognized all of them but this song.
During the ride, we stopped to pick a friend of his up, which is super unusual during an Uber ride but of course I did it for him, and the three of us tracked down this song, which was paining him to try to remember. When he tried to think about things heâd forgotten, it literally looked painful for him. When we found out which song it was he was triggered with nostalgia and exploded âWINDY! WINDY!â And clapped and clapped, red faced smiling at me.
I hold this memory so dear. I actually picked him up again a year or so later and understandably, he did not remember me, but it was still sad :( But I know I made his day that day.
@lsmith145
Thatâs really swell
@justicejones5025
The world needs more kind souls like yours..........Please keep it up.............
@rddav1
Excellent story, my brother! And bless you!