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The snow's coming down
I'll lock up the front door
And turn the lights down
In the glow of the street lights
I see them descend
Like a million parachutes
Small men on a mission
[Chorus]
I miss the warmth
And I miss the sun
I miss the ocean
I miss everyone
And I miss the bridges
That span across the bay
Tonight, it seems like ages ago
Like a million parachutes
the snow still falls
The dogs are asleep now
There's no one to call
I'll put on some records
And wait for the light
Under those million parachutes
Now a blanket of white.
[Chorus x2]
Almost, but not really.
Bob Dylan is a brilliant lyricist for a couple of reasons, one of which is, he doesn’t repeat himself. Songs such as this have no staying power since they show a determined lack of imagination and talent. Ho-hum.
Never heard "Everybody must get stoned"?!?!
Definitely getting a Sundays vibe from this, especially the vocals.
Yes Sundays, also Innocence Mission
This, like some songs by The Sundays, just breaks my heart into a million tiny pieces...but I love it — its power is staggering; her voice is ethereal, the music is solid and soaring...and the sentiments are bittersweet and cutting. AMAZING, especially as I prepare for the journey ahead: a month in Santa Fe and the following month in Sun Valley. Let the healing begin! and here's hoping I'll be able to tap into RP at some points along the way...but, if not, a lifetime of tunes is in my head, no small thanks to God and RP!
I could have sworn this was the singer from the Sundays ... but after checking, she's not !
...said 18 years after it was released, with no perceptible irony.
This type of "living the life I profess" is much more effective. Well stated.
I BASE jump, wonder what that means . . .
I'm curious about this distinguishing of bands labeled "Christian". If we have a band in which some or all the members believe in anything else we don't label them as whatever that belief is followed by band. For example a Buddhist band or a Muslim band. This only happens for Christian bands.
This doesn't stop with bands either. Curious. Don't you think? What do you think is behind that?
Hate to keep this discussion going on too long but my first thought about a band labeled as "Christian" is that they ONLY write and play songs with a Christian theme or message. That is probably my prejudice (being non-religious) sneaking in. I don't listen to Christian music because I feel like I am being preached to and I had enough of that growing up Catholic.
Having said all that, I think "My Sweet Lord" by George Harrison is a great song.
Actually the Qur'an does obligate Muslims to testify to the truth that "there is but One God and Muhammed is his Prophet." But they are also relieved of further responsibility—i.e., if the person hearing the testimony choses unbelief, the consequences are on the listener. The Muslim, having testified, is not responsible for the refusal of the listener to believe.
Contrast with some really obnoxious Christians ('so-called') who won't get out of your face if you refuse to believe exactly what they say you should believe.
Bob Dylan is a brilliant lyricist for a couple of reasons, one of which is, he doesn’t repeat himself. Songs such as this have no staying power since they show a determined lack of imagination and talent. Ho-hum.
Bob's issue is the lack of an editor though - he never really leaves me wanting more. Generally the opposite.