End of the Line
Traveling Wilburys (the) Lyrics


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Well it's all right, riding around in the breeze
Well it's all right, if you live the life you please
Well it's all right, doing the best you can
Well it's all right, as long as you lend a hand

You can sit around and wait for the phone to ring (end of the line)
Waiting for someone to tell you everything (end of the line)
Sit around and wonder what tomorrow will bring (end of the line)
Maybe a diamond ring

Well it's all right, even if they say you're wrong
Well it's all right, sometimes you gotta be strong
Well it's all right, as long as you got somewhere to lay
Well it's all right, everyday is judgment day

Maybe somewhere down the road aways (end of the line)
You'll think of me, wonder where I am these days (end of the line)
Maybe somewhere down the road when somebody plays (end of the line)
Purple haze

Well it's all right, even when push comes to shove
Well it's all right, if you got someone to love
Well it's all right, everything'll work out fine
Well it's all right, we're going to the end of the line

Don't have to be ashamed of the car I drive (end of the line)
I'm just glad to be here, happy to be alive (end of the line)
It don't matter if you're by my side (end of the line)
I'm satisfied

Well it's all right, even if you're old and grey
Well it's all right, you still got something to say
Well it's all right, remember to live and let live
Well it's all right, the best you can do is forgive

Well it's all right, riding around in the breeze
Well it's all right, if you live the life you please




Well it's all right, even if the sun don't shine
Well it's all right, we're going to the end of the line

Overall Meaning

The Traveling Wilburys' "End of the Line" is a song that encourages listeners to live their lives to the fullest, to embrace the uncertainty of the future, and to cherish the present moment. The upbeat tune is a tribute to the band's camaraderie and the joy they found in making music together. The song's lyrics reflect a sense of peace and contentment that comes with acceptance of one's mistakes and being grateful for the simple pleasures of life.


The song's opening lines, "Well it's all right, riding around in the breeze/Well it's all right if you live the life you please" convey a message of freedom and the importance of living life on one's own terms. The repeated line "end of the line" serves as a reminder that life is finite and we don't know what the future holds.


The lines, "Well it's all right, even if they say you're wrong/Well it's all right, sometimes you gotta be strong" acknowledges the difficulties of sticking to one's convictions and standing up for what they believe in. The song encourages listeners to keep going even through tough times.


Overall, "End of the Line" is a feel-good song that celebrates life and friendship. It tells us to cherish the moments we have with the people we love and to make the most of the time we have.


Line by Line Meaning

Well it's all right, riding around in the breeze
It's okay to take life as it comes and enjoy the journey without worrying about the destination.


Well it's all right, if you live the life you please
You are free to live your life on your own terms and pursue your dreams as long as you don't harm others.


Well it's all right, doing the best you can
All that matters is that you give your best and try your hardest, no matter what the outcome is.


Well it's all right, as long as you lend a hand
It's important to be compassionate and help others in need whenever you can.


You can sit around and wait for the phone to ring (end of the line)
If you spend your life waiting for opportunities to come to you, you may never achieve your goals.


Waiting for someone to tell you everything (end of the line)
Being reliant on other people for guidance and direction can hold you back from making your own decisions.


Sit around and wonder what tomorrow will bring (end of the line)
Worrying about the future can be futile because it is impossible to predict what will happen.


Maybe a diamond ring
Although life is unpredictable, it can still bring unexpected treasures and joys.


Well it's all right, even if they say you're wrong
Other people's opinions should not dictate your choices and actions if you believe in what you're doing.


Well it's all right, sometimes you gotta be strong
Strength and resilience are necessary to overcome life's challenges and hardships.


Well it's all right, as long as you got somewhere to lay
As long as you have a safe and comfortable place to rest, everything else will fall into place.


Well it's all right, everyday is judgment day
Every day is an opportunity to do better, make amends, and live up to your own moral code.


Maybe somewhere down the road aways (end of the line)
Life is a journey with no fixed destination, and you never know where it will take you.


You'll think of me, wonder where I am these days (end of the line)
People and experiences from the past can stay with you and influence your thoughts and actions in the present.


Maybe somewhere down the road when somebody plays (end of the line)
Memories and legacies can live on and be celebrated long after people are gone.


Purple haze
The lyric is a reference to the Jimi Hendrix song 'Purple Haze' which was a classic in its own right and appreciated by the Wilburys.


Well it's all right, even when push comes to shove
Even in difficult and trying situations, it's important to stay positive and resilient.


Well it's all right, if you got someone to love
Love and human connection are essential for happiness and fulfillment in life.


Well it's all right, everything'll work out fine
It's important to have faith that things will fall into place, even if it takes time and effort.


Well it's all right, we're going to the end of the line
Life is a journey with a beginning and an end, and we all must make the most of the time we have.


Don't have to be ashamed of the car I drive (end of the line)
Material possessions do not define a person's worth or character.


I'm just glad to be here, happy to be alive (end of the line)
Gratitude and appreciation for life itself is more valuable than any material possessions.


It don't matter if you're by my side (end of the line)
Human connection and companionship is important, but ultimately one's own happiness and fulfillment are essential.


I'm satisfied
Contentment with life and oneself is the most important form of fulfillment.


Well it's all right, even if you're old and grey
Age is just a number, and as long as one is alive and healthy, there are still opportunities to enjoy life.


Well it's all right, you still got something to say
Everyone has a unique perspective and valuable contributions to offer to the world, regardless of age.


Well it's all right, remember to live and let live
Respect for others' choices and lifestyles is important for creating a harmonious and compassionate society.


Well it's all right, the best you can do is forgive
Forgiveness is an important aspect of personal growth and healing, and is essential for moving forward in life.




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, BMG Rights Management, THE BICYCLE MUSIC COMPANY
Written by: ROBERT DYLAN, GEORGE HARRISON, JEFFREY LYNNE, ROY KELTON ORBISON, THOMAS EARL PETTY

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