Known as "Van the Man" by his fans, Morrison first rose to prominence as the lead singer of the Northern Irish band Them, writing their 1964 hit "Gloria". A few years later, Morrison left the band for a successful solo career, starting with the album Astral Weeks.
Morrison has pursued an idiosyncratic musical path. Much of his music is tightly structured around the conventions of American soul and R&B, such as the popular singles "Brown Eyed Girl", "Moondance", "Domino", and "Wild Night". An equal part of his catalogue consists of lengthy, loosely connected, spiritually inspired musical journeys that show the influence of Celtic tradition, jazz, and stream-of-consciousness narrative, such as his classic album Astral Weeks and lesser known works such as Veedon Fleece and Common One. The two strains together are sometimes referred to as "Celtic Soul," and Morrison rejects the characterization of his genre of music as Rock, citing Elvis Presley as a non-influence.
He continues to perform regularly and achieved his highest U.S. chart position (number ten on the Billboard 200) with his 2008 album, Keep It Simple.
I`m Not Feeling It Anymore
Van Morrison Lyrics
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I need to talk to somebody, I can trust
Too many cooks, are tryin' to spoil the broth
I can't feel it in my throat, that's all she wrote
I'm not feeling it no more, I'm not feeling it anymore
Not feelin' it no more, not feelin' it anymore
I was seein' through rose colored glasses
Not seein' the wood for the trees
I started out in normal operation
But I just ended up in doubt
All my drinking buddies, they locked me out
I'm not feelin' it no more, I'm not feelin' it anymore
No feelin' it no more, I'm tryin' to give you the score
You see me up there baby, I'm on the screen
But I know better now, it's so unreal
If this is success, then something's awful wrong
Cause I bought the dream and I had to play along
I'm not feelin' it no more, I'm not feelin' it anymore
I'm tryin' to give you the score, I'm not feelin' it no more
We all know that money, don't buy you love
You just get a job and somewhere to live
You have to look for happiness, within yourself
And don't go chasin' thinkin' that it is somewhere else
I'm not feelin' it no more, I'm not feelin' it anymore
Baby I'm tryin' to give you the score,
I'm not feelin' it no more
I was pretending all the time
I was givin' everybody what they wanted
And I lost my peace of mind
And all I ever wanted was simply just to be me
All you ever need is the truth
And the truth will set you free
I'm not feelin' it no more, I'm not feelin' it anymore
I'm tryin' to give you the score, just like I did before
I'm not feelin' it no more, I'm not feelin' it anymore
I'm not feelin' it no more, baby I'm just trying to give you the score
I'm not feelin' it no more, not feelin' it anymore
Not feelin' it no more
Not feelin' it no more baby.
The song "I'm Not Feeling It Anymore" by Van Morrison is a reflection of the artist's disillusionment with the music industry and the ideals of fame and success. The lyrics express the feeling that success is not what it's made out to be, and that it is important to remain true to oneself and find happiness within oneself rather than chasing something that is ultimately unfulfilling.
The first verse talks about needing to find someone to talk to whom he can trust and declaring that too many people are trying to undermine his creative process. He feels like he is losing his ability to connect emotionally to the music ("I can't feel it in my throat, that's all she wrote"), which leads to the repeated refrain "I'm not feeling it no more, I'm not feeling it anymore."
The second verse describes how the artist started out with good intentions but ended up losing his way and getting locked out of his own social circle. He expresses regret for buying into the illusion of success and playing along with what was expected of him. In the third verse, he reflects on the emptiness of material success and the importance of finding true happiness within oneself.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of searching for meaning and authenticity in a world that places too much emphasis on external measures of success. The repeated refrain emphasizes the sense of resignation and finality that comes with realizing that something isn't working anymore.
Line by Line Meaning
Have to get back, have to get back the base
I need to return to a place of stability and reassurance
I need to talk to somebody, I can trust
I require a trustworthy confidant to open up to
Too many cooks, are tryin' to spoil the broth
There are too many people involved in decision-making, causing confusion and disagreement
I can't feel it in my throat, that's all she wrote
I cannot express my feelings, the situation is at a standstill
When I was high at the party, everything looked good
In the past, while under the influence, I saw things optimistically
I was seein' through rose-colored glasses
I had a distorted, idealistic view of reality
Not seein' the wood for the trees
I was unable to see the bigger picture, focusing on minor details
I started out in normal operation, but I just ended up in doubt
Initially, I was functioning normally, but eventually began to question everything
All my drinking buddies, they locked me out
My social circle no longer accepts me
You see me up there baby, I'm on the screen
People are watching me on television or in the public eye
But I know better now, it's so unreal
I have come to the realization that what I am experiencing is not genuine or authentic
If this is success, then something's awful wrong
My current notion of success is misguided
Cause I bought the dream and I had to play along
I bought into someone else's vision of success and attempted to conform
We all know that money, don't buy you love
Money does not guarantee happiness or love
You have to look for happiness, within yourself
Genuine happiness must come from within oneself
And don't go chasin' thinkin' that it is somewhere else
One should not search for happiness in external factors
I was pretending all the time
I was constantly putting on a facade
I was givin' everybody what they wanted
I was fulfilling others' expectations and desires
And I lost my peace of mind
My mental state deteriorated
And all I ever wanted was simply just to be me
All I truly desired was to be myself
All you ever need is the truth
Honesty is the ultimate requirement
And the truth will set you free
Only the truth can bring liberation
I'm not feeling it no more, I'm not feeling it anymore
I am no longer enthusiastic or engaged
Baby I'm tryin' to give you the score
I am attempting to provide an honest assessment
Not feelin' it no more, not feelin' it anymore
I have lost interest and motivation
I'm tryin' to give you the score, just like I did before
I am trying to give an honest assessment, as I have done in the past
Not feelin' it no more, baby I'm just trying to give you the score
I am not as invested as I once was, but I am still attempting to provide insight
Not feelin' it no more, not feelin' it anymore
I have lost passion and enthusiasm
Not feelin' it no more baby.
I no longer have the same level of interest or investment
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management
Written by: VAN MORRISON
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@hannusoini6178
I'm Not Feelin It Anymore
Van Morrison
Have to get back, have to get back the base
I need to talk to somebody, I can trust
Too many cooks, are tryin' to spoil the broth
I can't feel it in my throat, that's all she wrote
I'm not feeling it no more, I'm not feeling it anymore
Not feelin' it no more, not feelin' it anymore
When I was high at the party, everything looked good
I was seein' through rose colored glasses
Not seein' the wood for the trees
I started out in normal operation
But I just ended up in doubt
All my drinking buddies, they locked me out
I'm not feelin' it no more, I'm not feelin' it anymore
No feelin' it no more, I'm tryin' to give you the score
You see me up there baby, I'm on the screen
But I know better now, it's so unreal
If this is success, then something's awful wrong
Cause I bought the dream and I had to play along
I'm not feelin' it no more, I'm not feelin' it anymore
I'm tryin' to give you the score, I'm not feelin' it no more
We all know that money, don't buy you love
You just get a job and somewhere to live
You have to look for happiness, within yourself
And don't go chasin' thinkin' that it is somewhere else
I'm not feelin' it no more, I'm not feelin' it anymore
Baby I'm tryin' to give you the score,
I'm not feelin' it no more
I was pretending all the time
I was givin' everybody what they wanted
And I lost my peace of mind
And all I ever wanted was simply just to be me
All you ever need is the truth
And the truth will set you free
I'm not feelin' it no more, I'm not feelin' it anymore
I'm tryin' to give you the score, just like I did before
I'm not feelin' it no more, I'm not feelin' it anymore
I'm not feelin' it no more, baby I'm just trying to give you the score
I'm not feelin' it no more, not feelin' it anymore
Not feelin' it no more
Not feelin' it no more baby.
Songwriters: Van Morrison
I'm Not Feelin It Anymore lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LL
@waynetteford4876
When I was high at the party everything looked good
I was seein' through rose coloured glasses, not seein' the wood for the trees
I started out in normal operation but I just ended up in doubt
All my drinking buddies, they locked me out
I'm not feelin' it no more
I'm not feelin' it anymore
No feelin' it no more
I'm tryin' to give you the score
We all know that money don't buy you love
You just get a job and somewhere to live
You have to look for happiness within yourself
And don't go chasin' thinkin' that it is somewhere else
I'm not feelin' it no more
I'm not feelin' it anymore
Baby, I'm tryin' to give you the score
I'm not feelin' it no more
I was pretending all the time
I was givin' everybody what they wanted and I lost my peace of mind
And all I ever wanted was simply just to be me
All you ever need is the truth and the truth will set you free, yeah
I'm not feelin' it no more
I'm not feelin' it anymore
I'm tryin' to give you the score
Just like I did before
I'm not feelin' it no more
I'm not feelin' it anymore
I'm not feelin' it no more
Baby, I'm just trying to give you the score
@The_Red_Penguin
I am 15 years old and this song and all of his music is way better than any of the crap they are playing today
VAN IS A LEGEND!
@rogerwilliams5382
News to my ears. Young folk discovering the greatness of Van Morrison.
@dawnmarcus4690
Van, is a legend of all times. His music fits every generation. i have listened to his music for 48 years. He is a musical genius. His songs fill my soul!
@rameyseeno5266
Iโm with you Dawn โฆ Van is Timelessโฆ
@rickmarek6705
Yes I have
@miogarcia8130
that's how it is
@danielradu5653
Van Morrison...is my favorite heart doctor. His voice, his songs medicine for my soul!
@jeffreyizes1869
Amen!
@larsgsanger3105
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@alauraroarialis8815
well said