Their music bridged the gaps between the socially and spiritually conscious folk music of Bob Dylan, the studio trickery of The Beach Boys, and the sardonic rock of The Beatles. Some of their trademark songs include pop versions of Bob Dylan's Mr. Tambourine Man and Pete Seeger’s Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is a Season), and the originals I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better, and Eight Miles High. Throughout their career they helped forge such subgenres as folk rock, raga rock, psychedelic rock, jangle pop, and – on their 1968 classic Sweetheart of the Rodeo – country rock inviting Gram Parsons on rhythm guitar.
The original and most successful lineup consisted of Chris Hillman, David Crosby, Michael Clarke, Roger McGuinn and Gene Clark. After several line-up changes (with lead singer/guitarist McGuinn as the only consistent member), they broke up in 1973.
In 1991 they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and several band members launched successful solo careers after leaving the group. The most successful was David Crosby who was inducted again for his work with Crosby, Stills & Nash. Other than The Beatles, the only artist with all members inducted twice are, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.
Have You Seen Her Face
The Byrds Lyrics
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A warm familiar place to be swept into
Whenever she's close by makes me wonder why
Run by don't turn back
Can't hide from that look in her eye
Must be the way she walks a style made up to capture all she needs
If your luck runs right she might see you tonight anything in sight
Run by don't turn back
Can't hide from that look in her eyes
Run by don't turn back
Can't hide from that look in her eyes
You'll find your locked in her spell all the sights and sounds
Your senses will be found
That only time will tell how much love can be to wait so patiently
Wait and see
Run by don't turn back
Can't hide from that look in her eyes
The Byrds' song "Have You Seen Her Face" is a romantic and melodic tune from the album "Younger Than Yesterday." The lyrics speak of a woman who catches the singer's eye and draws him to her with her beauty, charm, and aura. The song begins with the line "Have you seen her face? Her eyes reflect the colors in the sky." This line is metaphorical, suggesting that the woman's eyes are captivating because they reflect elements of the natural world. The colors of the sky convey a sense of awe and wonder, implying that the singer is enchanted by the woman's beauty.
As the song progresses, the singer describes why he is drawn to this woman. He mentions the way she walks, which he describes as a "style made up to capture all she needs." This line suggests that the woman is confident and knows how to get what she wants. The singer also mentions that she doesn't waste time on idle chatter, hinting that she is a woman of action.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Run by, don't turn back. Can't hide from that look in her eyes." This line suggests that the woman's attractiveness is so powerful that it's almost dangerous. The singer is warning himself and others to be cautious when encountering this woman, as they might get caught up in her spell and lose themselves entirely.
Overall, "Have You Seen Her Face" is a song about the intense allure of a woman who knows what she wants and isn't afraid to go after it. The singer is sensible enough to realize that getting involved with her might be risky, but he can't help feeling drawn to her nonetheless.
Line by Line Meaning
Have you seen her face her eyes reflect the colors in the sky
Have you caught a glimpse of her beautiful face? Her eyes are as captivating as the hues of the sky.
A warm familiar place to be swept into
Being close to her feels like finding a familiar place that brings comfort.
Whenever she's close by makes me wonder why
Her presence is so mesmerizing that it leads to questioning the reasons behind it.
Run by don't turn back
Don't stop or hesitate, keep moving forward.
Can't hide from that look in her eye
The gaze from her eyes is so intense that it cannot be ignored or avoided.
Must be the way she walks a style made up to capture all she needs
Her walk is captivating and seems to be designed to attract everything she desires.
No time to spend on loose talk
Idle chit chat is of no importance, especially when in the presence of this woman.
If your luck runs right she might see you tonight anything in sight
If things go well, she may notice you and anything could happen after that.
You'll find your locked in her spell all the sights and sounds
Once you become entranced by her, everything around you disappears and only she holds your attention.
Your senses will be found
All your senses will awaken and be heightened in her presence.
That only time will tell how much love can be to wait so patiently
Only time can reveal the depth of the love one can feel while waiting patiently for her.
Wait and see
Just be patient and see what happens, don't rush things.
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Written by: CHRIS HILLMAN
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@samp7003
I still have this 45. Never forgot it.I'm 73 now.
@timanderson6784
👍👍👍👍
@Pacificdreamgirl
Sweet memories of my youth. I used to play and sing this song endlessly!
@paulrob55
Without a doubt one of their best tunes.
@robertnesfield6321
Chris Hillman, the Byrds hidden treasure.
@valuecalc
Robert, he wasn't hidden at all.
@jowabro
Giving underrated a new meaning.
@ianstu1940
Damn this is one of the most beautiful love songs ever written, so underrated
@88Deek
& never played on oldies stations..ever.. huge 60s tune!!
@supremeleadergnkdroid3202
Stalin? Yo man I would have never guessed that a man like you would listen to the Byrd’s