End Of The Line
Travelling Wilburys 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 (At the end of the line)
Waiting for someone to tell you everything (At the end of the line)
Sit around and wonder what tomorrow will bring (At the 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, every day is Judgment Day

Maybe somewhere down the road aways (At the end of the line)
You'll think of me and wonder where I am these days (At the end of the line)
Maybe somewhere down the road when somebody plays (At the 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 (At the end of the line)
I'm just glad to be here, happy to be alive (At the end of the line)
It don't matter if you're by my side (At the end of the line)
I'm satisfied

Well, it's all right, even if you're old and gray
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 (all right), riding around on the breeze
Well, it's all right (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 (all right), we're going to the end of the line

Overall Meaning

The song "End of the Line" by the Travelling Wilburys is a song about acceptance and letting go. The lyrics encourage the listener to live life to the fullest and do their best while also reminding them that everything will work out in the end. The repeated refrain of "it's all right" reinforces this message and serves as a mantra for the listener to hold onto during difficult times.


The first stanza sets the tone for the song, with the lyrics suggesting that it's okay to live life on your own terms. The line "riding around in the breeze" conveys a sense of freedom and carefree living while the line "if you live the life you please" gives permission to the listener to live as they see fit. The line "as long as you lend a hand" adds an important message about helping others and making a positive contribution to the world.


The following stanzas further reinforce the theme of acceptance and letting go. The lines "maybe somewhere down the road aways, you'll find me" and "maybe somewhere down the road when somebody plays Purple Haze" suggest that the singer is not afraid of the future or the unknown. They are content to live in the present and trust that everything will work out in the end.


Overall, "End of the Line" is a song about living life to the fullest, accepting what the future holds, and finding peace in the present moment.


Line by Line Meaning

Well, it's all right, riding around in the breeze
It's okay to live a carefree life and enjoy the little things.


Well, it's all right, if you live the life you please
You should live the life that makes you happy and fulfilled, despite what others may think.


Well, it's all right, doing the best you can
As long as you are doing your best, that's all that matters.


Well, it's all right, as long as you lend a hand
Helping others is important and can bring a sense of purpose and satisfaction to your own life.


You can sit around and wait for the phone to ring (At the end of the line)
You can wait around for opportunities to come to you, but it's better to take action and create your own opportunities.


Waiting for someone to tell you everything (At the end of the line)
Relying on others to make decisions for you will only hold you back.


Sit around and wonder what tomorrow will bring (At the end of the line)
Worrying about the future won't change anything, so focus on enjoying the present.


Maybe a diamond ring
Material possessions won't bring true happiness or fulfillment.


Well, it's all right, even if they say you're wrong
It's okay to make mistakes or have different opinions than others.


Well, it's all right, sometimes you gotta be strong
Life can be tough, but you have to be strong and persevere through difficult times.


Well, it's all right, as long as you got somewhere to lay
Having a safe and comfortable place to live is important for one's well-being.


Well, it's all right, every day is Judgment Day
Every day is an opportunity to make the most of our time and do good in the world.


Maybe somewhere down the road aways (At the end of the line)
In the future, we may reflect on our past and wonder about the roads we didn't take.


You'll think of me and wonder where I am these days (At the end of the line)
People will come and go in our lives, but memories and thoughts of them can stay with us for a long time.


Maybe somewhere down the road when somebody plays (At the end of the line)
In the future, hearing certain songs or experiencing certain things can bring back memories and emotions from the past.


Purple Haze
A song reference that can trigger memories and emotions.


Well, it's all right, even when push comes to shove
Even in difficult or challenging situations, there is a sense of comfort in knowing that everything will eventually work out.


Well, it's all right, if you got someone to love
Having love and support from someone is important for one's well-being and happiness.


Well, it's all right, everything'll work out fine
Despite challenges or setbacks, things will eventually work out in the end.


Well, it's all right, we're going to the end of the line
Life is a journey with ups and downs, but eventually we will reach our destination.


Don't have to be ashamed of the car I drive (At the end of the line)
Don't be ashamed of your possessions or status in life, as long as you are happy and comfortable with what you have.


I'm just glad to be here, happy to be alive (At the end of the line)
Being alive and present in the moment is a gift in itself, and we should appreciate it.


It don't matter if you're by my side (At the end of the line)
What matters most is the relationships and connections we make with others throughout our life journey.


I'm satisfied
Contentment and satisfaction can come from simple things in life, such as being alive and surrounded by loved ones.


Well, it's all right, even if you're old and gray
Age is just a number, and it's never too late to pursue your dreams or find new adventures in life.


Well, it's all right, you still got something to say
No matter your age or life stage, your thoughts and ideas are still valuable and worth sharing.


Well, it's all right, remember to live and let live
It's important to respect others and their choices, even if they are different from our own.


Well, it's all right, the best you can do is forgive
Holding onto anger or grudges only hurts us in the end, so it's important to forgive others and move on.


Well, it's all right (all right), riding around on the breeze
Life can be unpredictable and take us on unexpected paths, but that's part of the adventure.


Well, it's all right (all right), if you live the life you please
Happiness and fulfillment come from living the life that is true and authentic to oneself.


Well, it's all right, even if the sun don't shine
Even in dark or difficult times, there is still hope and a chance for things to get better.




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