The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
well i fell asleep
just the other day
i guess you were wondering
if i was dreaming of you
and when i awoke
i saw those golden eyes
and your hair
rushed back across my face
they'll take you, and brake you
but what ever follows
is golden
they'll take you, and brake you
but what ever follows
is golden
just the other day
i guess you were wondering
if i was dreaming of you
and when i awoke
i saw those golden eyes
and your hair
rushed back across my face
they'll take you, and brake you
but what ever follows
is golden
they'll take you, and brake you
but what ever follows
is golden
Lyrics submitted by marcos88
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