Above the Clouds
The Bacon Brothers Lyrics
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Threatening winter as I walk
Summer always goes so quick
Barely stopping like my thoughts
Which dip and spin and change so fast
I have to wonder, ho, will I last?
Through the windows of the train
Hanging small on a pale blue sky
Never knowing which way's up
Oh above the clouds
(Above the clouds)
What's to be found
(To be found)
I have to wonder
(Have to wonder)
Will, I be around?
As my anger shouts
At my own self doubt
So a sadness creeps
Into my dreams
When you're scared of living
But afraid to die
I get scared of giving
And I must find the faith to beat it
Woo
Oh, oh
It must be me that's rushing by
Time just lingers on the wind
Bristlin' through my open fears
I wonder what it's going to bring, yeah
Oh above the clouds
(Above the clouds)
What's to be found
(To be found)
I have to wonder
(Have to wonder)
Will, I be around?
Run and hide, run and hide
I'll catch the sail at evening tide
Oh, oh
Run and hide, run and hide (run and hide, run and hide)
I'll catch the sail at evening tide, yeah
Run and hide, run and hide (run and hide, run and hide)
I'll catch the sail at evening tide
Run and hide, run and hide (run and hide, run and hide)
I'll catch the sail at evening tide
Oh, oh, oh
Run and hide, run and hide (run and hide, run and hide)
I'll catch the sail at evening tide
That made me smile
Ha, ha
What's right?
Ha, ha
Very good
The Bacon Brothers's song "Above The Clouds" is a reflective and introspective rumination on life, time, and the passing of seasons. The opening verse sets the stage for the rest of the song, with the singer observing the changing seasons, and the ever-present threat of winter. The swift passage of summer is likened to the fleeting nature of thoughts, which "dip and spin and change so fast." The singer wonders whether they will be able to endure these changes, and "last" through the shifting landscape of life.
The second verse details a scene from a train ride, in which the singer catches sight of a small paper cup against a blue sky. The cup serves as a metaphor for the singer's own sense of disorientation, as life seems to have no clear direction, and it becomes difficult to tell which way is up. The chorus of the song then poses a question about what can be found "above the clouds," or beyond the confusion and uncertainty of life. The singer wonders if they will be able to find what they need, and if they will be able to endure what is to come.
The final verse of the song adds a layer of existential dread to the proceedings, as the singer admits to feeling scared of living, yet afraid to die. The singer is fearful of giving themselves fully to life, and they must find the faith and courage to overcome this fear. The repeated refrain of "run and hide" underscores the sense of being overwhelmed and unsure of what to do, but the final line offers a glimmer of hope, with the singer vowing to "catch the sail at evening tide," and move forward into the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
Autumn blew its leaves at me
The season of change and decay (autumn) is upon me and I can feel its effects.
Threatening winter as I walk
Winter, an even harsher and more brutal season than autumn, feels like it is quickly approaching and it's a bit scary.
Summer always goes so quick
Summer, the season of warmth and happiness, feels so fleeting and is over before you know it.
Barely stopping like my thoughts
Summer, much like my own thoughts, feels like it goes by too quickly and without stopping.
Which dip and spin and change so fast
My thoughts constantly fluctuate and change rapidly and without warning.
I have to wonder, ho, will I last?
With everything changing so quickly, I wonder if I will be able to keep up and endure.
Through the windows of the train
Looking through the train's windows, I am able to catch glimpses of the outside world.
I caught reflections of a paper cup
One of the things I saw outside was the reflection of a paper cup, reminding me of the simple and disposable things in life.
Hanging small on a pale blue sky
The paper cup was suspended in the sky, almost insignificant in the grand scheme of things.
Never knowing which way's up
It's hard to tell which way is up and which way is down, just like in life where things can feel confusing and disorienting.
Oh above the clouds
Looking above the clouds, towards the sky and heavens above.
(Above the clouds)
Still above the clouds, feeling far removed from the problems of the world below.
What's to be found
Curious about what lies beyond the clouds and in the mysteries of the great unknown.
(To be found)
Wondering what truths may be discovered beyond the clouds and in the unknown.
I have to wonder
Considering and questioning my own place in the world and what my future holds.
(Have to wonder)
Reiterating that I am consumed by questions and doubts about my future.
Will, I be around?
Will I survive whatever the future holds and be able to experience all that life has to offer?
As my anger shouts
As my anger and frustration boil over.
At my own self doubt
Directing that anger and frustration towards myself and my own insecurities and doubts.
So a sadness creeps
Allowing my negative emotions to consume me and feeling a sense of sadness and despair.
Into my dreams
Even inside my own dreams, I am unable to escape these feelings of sadness and anxiety.
When you're scared of living
When you are so consumed by fear and doubt that it is difficult to live life to the fullest.
But afraid to die
At the same time, fearing death and any sort of finality or closure.
I get scared of giving
Being afraid to open up and give to others, out of fear of being hurt or judged.
And I must find the faith to beat it
Knowing that in order to overcome these fears and doubts, I must have faith in myself and in the goodness of others.
Woo
Expressing a sense of excitement about moving beyond my fears and doubts.
It must be me that's rushing by
Feeling like I am the one rushing through life, always on the go and never stopping to take a breath.
Time just lingers on the wind
Time feels like a fleeting and intangible thing, always slipping through my fingers.
Bristlin' through my open fears
The wind manages to find its way through my fears and anxieties, never allowing me to rest easy.
I wonder what it's going to bring, yeah
Unsure of what the future holds and what direction life will take me in.
Run and hide, run and hide
Feeling the need to run and hide from my problems and fears, rather than facing them head on.
I'll catch the sail at evening tide
Reassuring myself that I will eventually be able to overcome my fears and doubts and sail into the next chapter of my life.
That made me smile
Finding joy and happiness in the small moments and simple pleasures of life.
Ha, ha
Expressing a sense of lightheartedness and humor about life's ups and downs.
What's right?
Questioning what is truly right and just in the world.
Ha, ha
Continuing to approach life with humor and levity, even in the face of uncertainty.
Very good
Accepting that life is full of both joys and hardships, but being content with where things are at right now.
Contributed by Isabelle J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@trishgibbons8726
Most excellent song xx
@leslauraspurs
SUPERB GREAT JOB GUYS
@TheJose4848
one cool drummer ✌
@djmull63
Another Weller classic
@Scandinavianman9
Excellent Weller cover, everyone played a positive part, super upload, thankyou ^ blessings to all for 2023.
@boyonthephone1
Great Weller cover. He'll be reet proud ❤🎉😊
@caroktmmins3899
Believe Kevin Bacon 🥓 can sing is an artist he sometimes produces movies wow whatta Man God gave men special gift isn't it nice that it they share it with p God bless them all
@brewer9565
"Above the Clouds" from Paul Weller's brilliant first solo album. Soulful arrangement here. T-Bone Wolk on acoustic lead. What a talent and a great loss. Excellent all around. Never get tired of watching this.
@jannykuiper2399
Nice words... I agree.. so sad T-Bone died so suddenly... such a talent...
@jjOnes10mine
Another amazing song by an outstanding actor and musician...Loving this forever...