The Whole of the Moon
The Waterboys Lyrics

I pictured a rainbow
I had an idea, a thought or an ambition that was beyond the ordinary and dull.

You held it in your hands
You were capable of making it real and concrete, bringing it to life.

I had flashes
I had moments of inspiration or insight, but they were short-lived and fleeting.

But you saw the plan
You had a clear and complete vision of what needed to be done, and you knew how to achieve it.

I wandered out in the world for years
I spent a lot of time exploring and experiencing life, but without a clear purpose or direction.

While you just stayed in your room
You were focused and dedicated, spending your time working and refining your skills.

I saw the crescent
I had a partial or incomplete understanding of things, a limited perspective.

You saw the whole of the moon
You had a complete and comprehensive understanding of things, a broad and deep perspective.

The whole of the moon
You didn't settle for less or stop at halfway, you aimed to achieve the highest and fullest.

Hmm, you were there in the turnstiles, with the wind at your heels
You were ready and eager to seize the opportunities that came your way, to take risks and face challenges.

You stretched for the stars and you know how it feels to reach too high
You aimed for the highest and noblest goals, and you experienced the pain and struggle of striving towards them.

Too far
Sometimes your ambitions and dreams were too grand or unrealistic, beyond what was feasible or attainable.

Too soon
Sometimes you were too eager or impatient, trying to achieve things before you were ready or prepared.

I was grounded
I was realistic and practical, aware of the limitations and obstacles that existed in the world.

While you filled the skies
You were optimistic and imaginative, open to the possibilities and potentials that existed in the world.

I was dumbfounded by truth
I was overwhelmed or baffled by the hard facts and realities of life, unable to see beyond them.

You cut through lies
You were able to see through the deceptions and illusions that others believed or propagated, and to reveal the truth.

I saw the rain dirty valley
I saw the negative and depressing aspects of life, the struggles and hardships that people faced.

You saw Brigadoon
You saw the positive and uplifting aspects of life, the beauty and wonder that existed in the world.

I spoke about wings
I talked about my desires and aspirations, my hopes and dreams.

You just flew
You acted on your desires and aspirations, your hopes and dreams, and made them a reality.

I wondered, I guessed and I tried
I was unsure or hesitant, uncertain of what to do or how to achieve my goals.

You just knew
You were confident and decisive, knowing what to do and how to achieve your goals.

I sighed
I was disappointed or frustrated by my lack of success or progress.

But you swooned, I saw the crescent
You were elated or ecstatic by your success or achievement, and you saw my partial or incomplete understanding of things.

With a torch in your pocket and the wind at your heels
You were prepared and equipped with the tools and resources you needed, and you were ready to move forward with confidence and courage.

You climbed on the ladder and you know how it feels to get too high
You were ambitious and adventurous, climbing higher and higher towards your goals, but sometimes you experienced the risks and dangers of doing so.

Unicorns and cannonballs, palaces and piers
You dreamed of fantastical and grandiose things, of magical creatures and epic battles, of beautiful structures and scenic views.

Trumpets, towers and tenements
You admired and appreciated the impressive and diverse buildings and constructions that existed in the world.

Wide oceans full of tears
You were aware of the deep and complex emotions that people experienced, of the joys and sorrows, the triumphs and tragedies, the love and loss.

Flags, rags ferryboats
You noticed and valued the various symbols and artefacts that represented different cultures, traditions and histories.

Scimitars and scarves
You appreciated and respected the ancient and exotic weapons, clothing and accessories that people used and wore.

Every precious dream and vision
You believed that every person had their own unique and valuable dreams and visions, and you celebrated and encouraged them.

Underneath the stars, yes, you climbed on the ladder
You were inspired and guided by the natural beauty and mystery of the universe, and you continued to pursue your goals and aspirations.

With the wind in your sails
You were propelled and supported by the flow and force of life, the positive and empowering energy that helped you achieve your goals.

You came like a comet
You appeared suddenly and brilliantly, fast and powerful, leaving a trail of inspiration and influence behind you.

Blazing your trail too high, too far, too soon
You were bold and daring, challenging yourself and others to go beyond the ordinary and mundane, but sometimes you took risks that were too great, imposing costs and challenges that were difficult to bear.

You saw the whole of the moon
You had a complete and comprehensive understanding of things, a broad and deep perspective, that enabled you to achieve your most ambitious dreams and goals.