Like a lot of the other comments are saying, I think this mainly about voyeurism. If the song was about his girlfriend, then why would he use the word spy. If you are a spy it means you shouldn't be caught, that is kind of the whole point, and if you are a voyeur, the whole point of the pleasure you get from it, is the fact that the other people don't know you are watching them. See a bit of a connection there?
Today was a good day
It was better than most
Didn't see me no demons
Didn't fight with no ghosts
Baby, maybe we haven't gone crazy after all
And there's only four seasons, but even the best of us fall
She says hold me up darling
Because I can't see straight
Been drinking again
And staying up late
Hope you understand
That it's just that time of year
And there's only four seasons, but these feelings are always here
I haven't been here, since I don't know when
But they sure look different than they did back then
And I'm holding on
Saying that's just the way that it goes
But true friends they don't change every time that the wind blows
We've been at this party a little too long
Ain't putting it down, honey, don't get me wrong
I just think it's time to be moving towards the door
Because there's only four seasons, and I'm looking for something more
So let's pack our bags, get out of this town
Head up the coast where the wind knocks you down
Not the people you know
Or the people that you thought you knew
There's only four seasons, and I guess we'll be leaving soon
It was better than most
Didn't see me no demons
Didn't fight with no ghosts
Baby, maybe we haven't gone crazy after all
And there's only four seasons, but even the best of us fall
She says hold me up darling
Because I can't see straight
Been drinking again
And staying up late
Hope you understand
That it's just that time of year
And there's only four seasons, but these feelings are always here
I haven't been here, since I don't know when
But they sure look different than they did back then
And I'm holding on
Saying that's just the way that it goes
But true friends they don't change every time that the wind blows
We've been at this party a little too long
Ain't putting it down, honey, don't get me wrong
I just think it's time to be moving towards the door
Because there's only four seasons, and I'm looking for something more
So let's pack our bags, get out of this town
Head up the coast where the wind knocks you down
Not the people you know
Or the people that you thought you knew
There's only four seasons, and I guess we'll be leaving soon
Lyrics submitted by miss_music
Add your thoughts
Log in now to tell us what you think this song means.
Don’t have an account? Create an account with SongMeanings to post comments, submit lyrics, and more. It’s super easy, we promise!
More Featured Meanings
The Spy
Doors, The
Doors, The
when rules change
Life in Your Way
Life in Your Way
High life
Fast Car
Tracy Chapman
Tracy Chapman
"Fast car" is kind of a continuation of Bruce Springsteen's "Born to Run." It has all the clawing your way to a better life, but in this case the protagonist never makes it with her love; in fact she is dragged back down by him.
There is still an amazing amount of hope and will in the lyrics; and the lyrics themselve rank and easy five. If only music was stronger it would be one of those great radio songs that you hear once a week 20 years after it was released. The imagery is almost tear-jerking ("City lights lay out before us", "Speeds so fast felt like I was drunk"), and the idea of starting from nothing and just driving and working and denigrating yourself for a chance at being just above poverty, then losing in the end is just painful and inspiring at the same time.
Cajun Girl
Little Feat
Little Feat
Overall about difficult moments of disappointment and vulnerability. Having hope and longing, while remaining optimistic for the future. Encourages the belief that with each new morning there is a chance for things to improve.
The chorus offers a glimmer of optimism and a chance at a resolution and redemption in the future.
Captures the rollercoaster of emotions of feeling lost while loving someone who is not there for you, feeling let down and abandoned while waiting for a lover. Lost with no direction, "Now I'm up in the air with the rain in my hair, Nowhere to go, I can go anywhere"
The bridge shows signs of longing and a plea for companionship. The Lyrics express a desire for authentic connection and the importance of Loving someone just as they are. "Just in passing, I'm not asking. That you be anyone but you”
Holiday
Bee Gees
Bee Gees
@[Diderik:33655] "Your a holiday!" Was a popular term used in the 50s/60s to compliment someone on their all around. For example, not only are they beautiful, but they are fun and kind too ... just an all around "holiday".
I think your first comment is closer to being accurate. The singer/song writers state "Millions of eyes can see, yet why am i so blind!? When the someone else is me, its unkind its unkind". I believe hes referring to the girl toying with him and using him. He wants something deeper with her, thats why he allows himself to be as a puppet (even though for her fun and games) as long as it makes her happy. But he knows deep down that she doesnt really want to be serious with him and thats what makes him.
i have never heard a joe purdy song that wasnt amazing. i wish more people knew who he was...they will someday. he is incredible. every song is amazing. this one happens to be one of my favorites.