First off, this song is a damn masterpiece. Maybe my favorite GnR track.
One of the many awesome things about this song is that it is emotionally stirring, yet it isn't apparent exactly what it is about. The vagueness in the lyrics allows the listener to tailor the meaning to their own feelings and experiences, which gives the song a wide appeal.
I think believil's post about the origin of the speech at the end is the key to understanding the meaning of this song. The hero in Vanishing Point is rebellious to the point of self destruction. Axl was that way too, and I think he is reflecting on his crazy behavior, the crazy behavior of people in his life, and the consequences of that behavior.
Perhaps the song title implies that Rose feels he is heading for a metaphorical roadblock in his life. His craziness can no longer be sustained and he will have to breakdown at some point. That is basically what happened to him too.
First off, this song is a damn masterpiece. Maybe my favorite GnR track.
One of the many awesome things about this song is that it is emotionally stirring, yet it isn't apparent exactly what it is about. The vagueness in the lyrics allows the listener to tailor the meaning to their own feelings and experiences, which gives the song a wide appeal.
I think believil's post about the origin of the speech at the end is the key to understanding the meaning of this song. The hero in Vanishing Point is rebellious to the point of self destruction. Axl was that way too, and I think he is reflecting on his crazy behavior, the crazy behavior of people in his life, and the consequences of that behavior.
Perhaps the song title implies that Rose feels he is heading for a metaphorical roadblock in his life. His craziness can no longer be sustained and he will have to breakdown at some point. That is basically what happened to him too.