Hey You
Wright Luther And The Wrongs Lyrics
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Getting lonely getting old
Can you feel me?
Hey you standing in the aisles
With itchy feet and fading smiles
Can you feel me?
Hey you don't help them to bury the light
Don't give in without a fight
Hey you out there on your own
Sitting naked by the phone
Would you touch me?
Hey you with you ear against the wall
Waiting for someone to call out
Would you touch me?
Hey you, would you help me to carry the stone?
Open your heart, I'm coming home
But it was only fantasy
The wall was too high
As you can see
No matter how he tried
He could not break free
And the worms ate into his brain
Hey you, out there on the road
Always doing what you're told
Can you help me?
Hey you, out there beyond the wall
Breaking bottles in the hall
Can you help me?
Hey you, don't tell me there's no hope at all
Together we stand, divided we fall
The lyrics to Wright Luther And The Wrongs's song Hey You convey a message of connection, loneliness, and hope. The song is divided into several verses, each addressing different people in different situations, and all of them asking the titular "Hey you" to feel or touch or help. The first verse calls out to someone who is alone and feeling old, while the second verse addresses someone standing in a crowd but feeling disconnected. The third verse talks about a fantasy that cannot be achieved, and the fourth verse calls out to someone who is following rules without questioning them. Finally, the song ends with a message of hope, as the singer asks for help and declares that together they can stand.
The lyrics of Hey You are powerful because they address the human need for connection while also acknowledging the difficulty of achieving it. The song speaks to anyone who has ever felt alone, old, disconnected, or stuck in a situation they cannot control. The repeated refrain of "Hey you" creates a sense of urgency and intimacy, as if the singer is reaching out to the listener directly. The message of hope in the final verse is particularly poignant, as it suggests that despite the many obstacles in life, people can come together and support each other.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey you out there in the cold
Are you feeling isolated and alone?
Getting lonely getting old
Are you feeling like time is passing you by?
Can you feel me?
Can you empathize with me?
Hey you standing in the aisles
Are you feeling lost and unsure of yourself?
With itchy feet and fading smiles
Are you feeling restless and unhappy?
Can you feel me?
Can you relate to what I'm going through?
Hey you don't help them to bury the light
Don't give up or let others put you down.
Don't give in without a fight
Fight for what you believe in and don't let anyone stop you.
Hey you out there on your own
Do you feel like you have no one to turn to?
Sitting naked by the phone
Are you feeling vulnerable and exposed?
Would you touch me?
Can we connect and support each other?
Hey you with your ear against the wall
Are you listening for a sign of hope or a way out?
Waiting for someone to call out
Are you hoping for someone to come and rescue you?
Hey you, would you help me to carry the stone?
Can we lean on each other to get through hard times?
Open your heart, I'm coming home
Be open to letting someone in who cares about you.
But it was only fantasy
The idea of escape or help may not be realistic.
The wall was too high
The obstacles in place may be too difficult to overcome alone.
As you can see
The reality may be different than what we imagined or hoped for.
No matter how he tried
Despite efforts, things may still be hard to change or overcome.
He could not break free
It may feel impossible to escape a situation or mindset.
And the worms ate into his brain
The negativity or hopelessness may be taking its toll on one's mental health.
Hey you, out there on the road
Are you traveling alone on your journey through life?
Always doing what you're told
Are you feeling trapped in a life that isn't your choosing?
Can you help me?
Can we work together to make our lives better?
Hey you, out there beyond the wall
Are you living in a different world or mindset?
Breaking bottles in the hall
Are you feeling frustrated and angry?
Hey you, don't tell me there's no hope at all
Don't give up on the possibility of a better future.
Together we stand, divided we fall
We are stronger when we unite and support each other.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: OWEN PARKER, SACHA COLLISSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@bellpebber63
I heard this on the radio and it gave me metaphorical whiplash
@larsthetonberry
This is FANTASTIC
@chrismycyk3984
Absolutely love this cover. Heard it on county fm.
@simonpicken6055
Wow
@incaspathway8595
Exactly who t f is Pink Flyod???? ;8(
@robertbergen6883
They are an Engilsh rock band from Lonodn formed in 1956. ;-) Sincerely though, thanks for pointing out the typo! The errant ordering of letters and/or numbers can be very impactful.
@incaspathway8595
@Robert Bergen Lol yep I get it , I was just goofing on it lol
@simonpicken6055
Wow