VERSE
The North
Elton John
Have you seen the North
That cold grey place
Don't want its shadow anymore
On my face
A man grows bitter
We're a bitter race
Some of us never get to see
A better place
In the Northern Skies
There was a steel cloud
It used to follow me around
But I don't see it now
There's a farm in the rain
And a little farmhouse
There were a young man's eyes
Looking south
The North was my mother
But I no longer need her
You trade your roots and your dust
For a face in the river
And a driven rain that washes you
To a different shore
There's a North in us all
But my North can't hold me anymore
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About this Song
The song 'The North' by Elton John delves into themes of nostalgia, longing, and a return to one's roots. Lyrics such as 'I leave behind the southern breeze' and 'All roads lead back to the north' reflect a desire to reconnect with one's past and the familiarity of home. The song can be seen as a tribute to the place where one grew up, capturing the essence of the memories and emotions tied to that location. Poignant moments include reflections on change and the comfort found in returning to one's origins.
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