The Blog of wiseoldowl

Members can use our free journaling service to keep track of their day-to-day thoughts and feelings. Think of it as a diary that you can choose to share or keep private. There's a lot to do here, so login or join us today-- it's free and anonymous, and you can be participating in seconds.

Apr 12th, 2008

On the wings of the night

One of my favourite bands of all time sums up much of my life's ambitions in this great piece of music. The words mean a lot to me, questioning why things happen, and picking up those falling on the wayside. Sing along if you wish.

On the turning away

From the pale and downtrodden

And the words they say

Which we wont understand

Don't accept that what's happening

Is just a case of others suffering

Or you'll find that you're joining in

The turning away

Its a sin that somehow

Light is changing to shadow

And casting its shroud

Over all we have known

Unaware how the ranks have grown

Driven on by a heart of stone

We could find that were all alone

In the dream of the proud

On the wings of the night

As the daytime is stirring

Where the speechless unite

In a silent accord

Using words you will find are strange

And mesmerised as they light the flame

Feel the new wind of change

On the wings of the night

No more turning away

From the weak and the weary

No more turning away

From the coldness inside

Just a world that we all must share

Its not enough just to stand and stare

Is it only a dream that there'll be

No more turning away?

Posted by WiseOldOwl at 10:07 on Apr 12th, 2008
(updated Apr 12th, 2008)

8 Comments |

Add Comment |

608 views |

Permalink

This Journal Entry's Comment Board (8 comments)

BrutMystik	Posted on 10:11AM on Apr 12th, 2008 That is a great song. It says a lot. In fact, that band was very good at the muted emotion effect...Their stoicism reeks of internal majesty.
Celainn	Posted on 10:27AM on Apr 12th, 2008 Wise, you can add videos by writing your text, switching to "source" and copying the bit of code on the right side of the youtube page that has the video you want.
labyrinth	Posted on 10:30AM on Apr 12th, 2008 Ummm,,, pink floyd, right??? >>
BrutMystik	Posted on 10:34AM on Apr 12th, 2008 Yes! The Floyd.
labyrinth	Posted on 10:39AM on Apr 12th, 2008 :D thank you! :)
WiseOldOwl Feeling blessed	Posted on 11:08AM on Apr 12th, 2008 Thanks for the tip Celainn. My problem is I think that's the best recording of "on the turning away - prefer it to the studio version on Momentary lapse or live at Chelmsford? I just keep wanting to listen!
Raindrop Feeling tired	Posted on 12:46AM on Apr 13th, 2008 I liked the band....I really liked the song....the words have "very much meaning" Thanks for sharing....
WiseOldOwl Feeling blessed	Posted on 07:25PM on Apr 13th, 2008 Brut, You made me resort to a dictionary with that one!...It's very similar to a technical term to describe the ideal air / fuel ratio in an internal combustion engine. Stoichiometric....Sid may have been on gas in his day! but I think the guys were pretty clean in their recent years, the music is too symphonic.
Add Comment

Anonymous & free
Join millions & get access to everything we have to offer in seconds

Already have an account?

Be YOURSELF

Be a part of the first social experience place on the web. Where who you are is more important than who you know. Share what matters the most and find others who just "get it."

Join now and get started in seconds, or learn more about Experience Project

Top Dreams

What were people dreaming about yesterday?

Get Your Dream Interpreted

Of course, we love to hear Your Story, whatever it happens to be. You can be yourself here!

What's New

Check out the latest stories submitted. Show only your friends' stories, or see everyone's!

Support EP

If EP is important to you, please consider supporting us.

Support EP

Recent

New Stories In...

[More New Stories

]

Share the Love

You can now import your address book and quickly let your friends know about EP (you don't have to share your username).

You can also show your EP pride by putting a badge on your blog or website. Earn points by sharing!

Spread the Word

Horoscopes

Just for fun, we've added
free daily horoscopes!

Experience Project is the first social experience website where you can anonymously share the experiences and personal stories that matter most to you. Quickly build a network of supportive new friends who understand your life, while exploring over one million life experiences told first-hand by people just like you. You can be yourself here.