VERSE
Written by Gerry Beckley, ©1980
Found on Alibi.
I drive to the coastline
Looking for visual pleasures to catch my eye
The sun turns around hits me on the shoulder
I fly away
Due to the situation this morning
All in the world's OK
I head down Sunset north to Santa Barbara
We sail away
I could live in the walls of a prison
Where the warm summer winds would never blow
Then again, think of what I'd be missing (as to the other side)
And how some do it I'll never know, I'll never know
I must have spent a lifetime as a sailor
Sailin' the ocean blue
But every single waterway leads to you
To you
I could live in the walls of a prison
Where the warm summer winds would never blow
Then again, think of what I'd be missing (as to the other side)
And how some do it I'll never know, I'll never know
I'm headin' out over an ocean of blue
The trailin' wake far behind
Won't turn me down
And it won't turn me around
I could live in the walls of a prison
Where the warm summer winds would never blow
Then again, think of what I'd be missing (as to the other side)
And how some do it I'll never know, I'll never know
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About this Song
Coastline by America is a folk rock song that captures the serene and reflective mood of being near the sea. The song paints vivid imagery of the coastline and delves into themes of nostalgia and introspection. Key themes include a longing for peace and clarity, the healing power of nature, and the passage of time. Particularly poignant moments include descriptions of the waves and the endless horizon, which evoke a sense of timelessness and solitude. The lyrics reflect an emotional journey of self-discovery and a deep connection to the natural world.
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