In the meantime, he continued to play with Transatlantic and formed three new bands, Yellow Matter Custard, Flying Colors and The Neal Morse Band in 2014 which has released three albums so far, The Grand Experiment in 2015, The Similitude of a Dream in 2016 and The Great Adventure in 2019. Members are Portnoy (drums), Randy George (bass), Eric Gillette (guitars, keys) and Bill Hubauer (keys). Guitarist Adson Sodré was in the band until visa issues forced his departure.
Waterfall
The Neal Morse Band Lyrics
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Wake up wondering
Where you are in time
I find
No better place to go
Somewhere wandering there
I see the one
And I run, I run, I run
Here by the waterfall
Sweep my troubles all
Downstream
There at the riverside
Every tear I've cried
Washed clean
Please take my sorrow far from me
Dust never makes a sound
It creeps until your heart
is black and blind
My mind
Never knows how to rest
If I could have some peace under the sun
I'd run, I'd run, I'd run...
Here by the waterfall
Sweep my troubles all
Downstream
There at the riverside
Every tear I've cried
Washed clean
And I'll forever know I'm free
And I'll forever know I'm free
The lyrics of "Waterfall" by The Neal Morse Band speak about the journey of life and the search for a place of solitude where one can find inner peace and freedom. It begins with the opening lines "Set all your dreams to go, Wake up wondering, Where you are in time," which suggest a sense of restless wandering and seeking clarity in life. The singer then sees a "somewhere wandering" figure, and they feel compelled to follow and run towards it. The idea of running towards something and the imagery of a waterfall evoke a sense of movement and progression towards a desired goal.
The chorus of the song describes the waterfall as a place where the character can fully let go of their troubles and find solace. The repetition of the phrase "Here by the waterfall" emphasizes the importance of this place in the character's journey towards inner peace. The symbolism of washing away one's tears and sorrows in the river creates a sense of renewal and rebirth. The final line "And I'll forever know I'm free" reinforces the idea that finding this place of solitude and peace has brought a sense of liberation to the character.
The song's lyrics are simple yet powerful in conveying the idea of finding a place of sanctuary in life. The image of a waterfall has a timeless quality to it, making the song relatable to anyone seeking solace and freedom in the journey of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Set all your dreams to go
Encouraging someone to pursue their ambitions without hesitation
Wake up wondering
Beginning each day with a sense of curiosity and possibility
Where you are in time
Reflecting on one's place in the world and the passing of time
I find
Acknowledging a personal realization or discovery
No better place to go
Believing that one is on the right path, without hesitation or regret
Somewhere wandering there
Lost or uncertain, but continuing to move forward
I see the one
Spotting a beacon or guide towards the right direction
And I run, I run, I run
Acting swiftly and decisively to pursue what is right
Here by the waterfall
At a place of beauty and natural power
Sweep my troubles all
Washing away one's worries and pain
Downstream
Letting go of one's burdens to move forward freely
There at the riverside
A place for reflecting and cleansing oneself
Every tear I've cried
All of one's past pain and sorrow
Washed clean
Cleansed and purified, with a fresh start
Please take my sorrow far from me
Asking for divine intervention or help to overcome one's sadness
Dust never makes a sound
Quietly collecting in the background, until it becomes too heavy to bear
It creeps until your heart
Slowly and insidiously infiltrating one's emotional being
is black and blind
Overwhelming and robbing one of joy and clarity
My mind
Acknowledging one's own internal struggles and challenges
Never knows how to rest
Constantly occupied and restless with thoughts and worries
If I could have some peace under the sun
Expressing a desire for inner tranquility and calm
I'd run, I'd run, I'd run...
Taking action towards that goal with determination
And I'll forever know I'm free
Finding a sense of liberation and liberation from past pain
Contributed by Cole E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@matthewpugh9175
They did this live in London this year and blew my mind. Can’t lie what a track.
@ofenblase3713
One of the best Neil Morse ballads.
@josephsampson5133
Got a Seven Bridges Road(The Eagles) and The River(Opeth) feel to it, only leaving one feeling refreshed by the source from which water fell. Thanks for this one guys! ✝️🕯
@kristinelewko6822
Seals and Crofts, also. "East of the Ginger Trees".
@gordonicus4637
Fantastic video guys. Absolutely matches the spirit of the song. Really appreciate the effort. May God bless you. :-)
@MrVisionflare
I love this band, this music, and this video!
@davidesquivel5194
Damn, this is MUSIC!!! Neal and his friends are superb...
@Jacktibby2011
awesome ! I remember hearing a few morse songs back in 2013 and I thought a few where decent and then I kinda forgot about him. now fast forward to September of this year one of his songs came up in my YouTube recommended list I was bored so I clicked on it it happened to be the full sola scriptura album I listened all the way through and said to myself dang how did I write Neal off so easy back in 2013 he awesome and I love his lyrics, music, and his vocals 👍
@MatheusWesleyBlack
Beautiful lyrics and chords and harmony!
@thristanebben6193
Infinite thanks for this video. It's always refreshing to see something well done