Discography:
"The More The Better" 1st Album, 1997
"The One & The Other" 2nd Album, November 1998
"The Man In The Street" 3rd Album, June 2001
"The The Band" 4th Album, April 2003
"History Album" Album, 2005
"The The 2006 New Single" Single, October 2006
"Like a Movie No.2 리틀러너 (Little Runner)" Single, February 2007
"The Music" 5th Album, May 2007
"2008 Bridge Album" Album, February 2008
"나는 락스타!" Single, April 2008
"I Love You Movie Star" Single, April 2008
"나쁜 씨!" Single, April 2008
"Half the Time" 6th Album, October 2008
"I am a special number" Single, July 2009
"뜨거워" Single, November 2009
"눈물이 흐르다" EP, December 2009
"못믿을 사람" Single, June 2011
"사랑을 부르다" Single, July 2011
"HOW MANY TIMES" 7th Album, August 2011
I Shall Be Released
The The Band Lyrics
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They say every distance is not near
So I remember every face
Of every man who put me here
I see my light come shining
From the west down to the east
Any day now, any day now
They say every man needs protection
They say that every man must fall
Yet I swear I see my reflection
Somewhere so high above this wall
I see my light come shining
From the west down to the east
Any day now, any day now
I shall be released
Now, yonder stands a man in this lonely crowd
A man who swears he's not to blame
All day long I hear him shouting so loud
Just crying out that he was framed
I see my light come shining
From the west down to the east
Any day now, any day now
I shall be released
The lyrics to The The Band's song I Shall Be Released reflect a sense of longing for freedom and deliverance from the struggles of life. The opening lines, "They say everything can be replaced, They say every distance is not near" imply that nothing in life is permanent, and that even though it may seem like there is no end in sight, a change is always possible. The following lines "So I remember every face, Of every man who put me here" suggest that the singer is in some sort of confinement and is reflecting on those who have caused him harm.
The chorus, "I see my light come shining, From the west down to the east, Any day now, any day now, I shall be released," implies that there is hope and that the singer is waiting for salvation, waiting for an opportunity to be set free. The repetition of the line, "Any day now, any day now" emphasizes this hopeful anticipation.
The second verse, "They say every man needs protection, They say that every man must fall, Yet I swear I see my reflection, Somewhere so high above this wall" speaks to the universal human experience of needing to be protected and taken care of, but also acknowledging the inevitability of falling. However, the singer is still holding onto the hope that they will be able to break free of their confinement and be able to see themselves beyond their struggles.
The final verse tells the story of another man in the same situation, and his cries of being framed. The singer relates to this man's story and can feel their pain, empathizing with them. The repetition of the chorus at the end of the song reinforces the idea that freedom is coming and that the light will shine on them soon.
Overall, the song speaks to the human experience of struggle and confinement, but also the hope and belief that we can overcome it.
Line by Line Meaning
They say everything can be replaced
The belief that anything can be switched out or substituted.
They say every distance is not near
The acknowledgement that proximity isn't always related to distance.
So I remember every face
Recollection of the persons responsible for one's imprisonment or troubles.
Of every man who put me here
All of the individuals responsible for the artist's present predicament.
I see my light come shining
Recognition of hope, renewal, or redemption on the horizon.
From the west down to the east
Imagery of the sun setting and rising, representing a new day or future opportunity.
Any day now, any day now
Anticipation for an upcoming event or release.
I shall be released
The ultimate desire for freedom or liberation from one's current circumstances.
They say every man needs protection
Acknowledgment that protection or safety is necessary for everyone.
They say that every man must fall
The fact that everyone will experience failure, suffering, or defeat at some point in life.
Yet I swear I see my reflection
Despite the trials present in life, the singer recognizes their own worth and potential for success.
Somewhere so high above this wall
Hope for liberation or freedom from whatever challenge or obstacle is impeding progress.
Now, yonder stands a man in this lonely crowd
Description of another person who is also suffering and seeking reconciliation or redemption.
A man who swears he's not to blame
Another individual who denies any culpability or responsibility for their involvement in the present situation.
All day long I hear him shouting so loud
The vocalization of pain, anger, or insistence on innocence by the other individual.
Just crying out that he was framed
An assertion that the other individual was set up or accused unfairly, leading to their current circumstances.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BOB DYLAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@markcody4757
So, so sad to hear of the passing of Robbie Robertson
What a beautiful person and outlook he always had!
Always respected by the top music people…simple.
His quote ‘It’s a Goddam impossible way of Life’ I used to listen to this many times! And a smile at the end gave me inspiration!
Workable!
You released now …
@kirstenlogan5175
They say everything can be replaced
They say every distance is not near
So I remember every face
Of every man who put me here
I see my light come shining
From the west down to the east
Any day now, any day now
I shall be released
They say every man needs protection
They say that every man must fall
Yet I swear I see my reflection
Somewhere so high above this wall
I see my light come shining
From the west down to the east
Any day now, any day now
I shall be released
Now, yonder stands a man in this lonely crowd
A man who swears he's not to blame
All day long I hear him shouting so loud
Just crying out that he was framed
I see my light come shining
From the west down to the east
Any day now, any day now
I shall be released
💙
@oskarileikos
I simply cannot watch this without crying
@oskarileikos
CooManTunes yeah, you missing it?
@oskarileikos
CooManTunes The Band is the greatest band ever. So shut up.
@ArchStantonify
What are trolling here for, go back under the rock you crawled out from and leave fans of great music alone.
@CooManTunes
I wasn't criticizing the Band, you morons. :'D It's pussies like Oskar that I'm criticizing.
@oskarileikos
CooManTunes well you know, as they say; you are what you eat.
@pbtoutant
Rest in peace, Robbie. Thank you for everything. Enjoy the big waltz in the sky.
@michaelworse6034
Farewell Robbie
@melty5353
Rip my friend, Robbie
@user-yd4zp5dr2q
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