I remember this song well from back in my early high school days and always loved the music, voices and instrumentals. That said... I was 14 and lyrics were not really a primary consideration at the time. I stumbled across it again very recently while in a more "complentative mood" and believe for the first time ever I actually absorbed the lyrics in their entirety. As beautiful.... as nearly perfect as the song is in every respect, I was truly shocked by how depressing the message is. I honestly can't believe I never picked up on this before... call me Shallow Hal!
I remember this song well from back in my early high school days and always loved the music, voices and instrumentals. That said... I was 14 and lyrics were not really a primary consideration at the time. I stumbled across it again very recently while in a more "complentative mood" and believe for the first time ever I actually absorbed the lyrics in their entirety. As beautiful.... as nearly perfect as the song is in every respect, I was truly shocked by how depressing the message is. I honestly can't believe I never picked up on this before... call me Shallow Hal!