abilene
Yes Lyrics
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But my phone just rang and I didn't get no call
No call, just waiting here
Abilene, it's got a lot of what you don't need
You've got a face, you are spacey
You got to take it as it comes to you
Don't need no act of contemplation
Just keep it off your wasteful way for now
It's not you who has got to change
It's not your way at all, it's got to be you
It's got to be you, the look in your eyes
The feel of your body close to me
It's got to be you
Who tells me the world would spin away without love
You, reason, oh, reason for being once more together
It's got to be you
It's got to be you, the look in your eyes
The feel of your body close to me
It's got to be you
Who tells me the world would spin away without love
You, reason, oh, reason for being once more together
It's got to be you
It's got to be you
It's got to be you
It's got to be you
The lyrics of Yes's song Abilene are somewhat cryptic and open to interpretation, but there seems to be a theme of uncertainty and searching for meaning. The opening lines suggest a feeling of confusion or anxiety, with the singer sensing that "something's going on" but being unable to define or understand it. They mention their phone ringing without receiving a call, perhaps indicating a sense of isolation or disconnection.
The chorus seems to offer some relief from this uncertainty, with the repeated refrain "It's got to be you" suggesting that the singer has found some clarity or stability in a relationship or connection with someone else. They describe the person as having a unique energy ("you are spacey") and emphasize the importance of accepting things as they are rather than trying to control or change them.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of searching for meaning and direction, but ultimately finding comfort in a particular person or relationship. The lyrics are somewhat abstract, but the repeated refrain of "It's got to be you" expresses a sense of conviction and certainty that is lacking in the rest of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Something's goin' on, I don't know what it is
The singer is experiencing a feeling or sensation which they can't quite identify
But my phone just rang and I didn't get no call
The singer's phone rang, but there was no actual call on the line
No call, just waiting here
The singer is left waiting with no clear indication of what they are waiting for
Abilene, it's got a lot of what you don't need
Abilene is a place that has many things which aren't necessarily useful or necessary
It's got lots of space, still nothing seems misplaced
Although there is plenty of space in Abilene, the singer doesn't feel like anything fits or belongs there
You've got a face, you are spacey
The singer is addressing someone who appears somewhat aloof or absent-minded
You got to take it as it comes to you
You should accept what life throws at you without trying to control or manipulate it
Don't need no act of contemplation
There is no benefit to overthinking things or getting lost in thought
Just keep it off your wasteful way for now
The singer advises not to waste time or energy on something that isn't important at the moment
It's not you who has got to change
If something isn't working, it's not necessarily the singer's fault
It's not your way at all, it's got to be you
The singer is reminding the listener that they should stay true to themselves and not change to fit someone else's expectations
It's got to be you, the look in your eyes
The singer is attracted to the listener and is emphasizing the importance of their connection
The feel of your body close to me
The singer is describing the physical sensations of being near the listener
Who tells me the world would spin away without love
Love is a fundamental aspect of life that holds everything together
You, reason, oh, reason for being once more together
The singer believes that being together with the listener is essential for discovering purpose or reason in life
It's got to be you
The singer emphasizes that the listener is the key to their happiness and fulfillment
It's got to be you
The listener is the only one who can satisfy the singer's needs and desires
It's got to be you
The singer repeats this phrase to emphasize the importance of the listener to them
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: STEVE JAMES HOWE
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