Airline to Heaven
Wilco · Kicking Television: Live in Chicago [Live] [2005]
Flies to heaven everyday
Past the pearly gates
If you want to ride this train
Have your ticket in your hand
Before it is too late
If the world looks wrong
And your money's spent and gone
And your friend has turned away
You can get away to heaven
On this aeroplane
Just bow your head and pray
Them's got ears, let them hear
Them's got eyes, let them see
Turn your eyes to the lord of the skies
Take this airline plane
It'll take you home again
To your home behind the skies
Well a lot of people guess
Some say no and some say yes
Will it take some and leave some behind?
But you will surely know
When to the airport go
To leave this world behind
Oh a lot of speakers speak
A lot of preachers preach
When you lay their salary on the line
You can hold your head and pray
It's the only earthly way
You can fly to heaven on time
Fly to heaven on time
Them's got ears, let them hear
Them's got eyes, let them see
Turn your eyes to the lord of the skies
Take that airline plane
It'll take you home again
To your home behind the skies
Your ticket you obtain
On this heavenly airline plane
You leave your sins behind
You've got to take this flight
It may be daytime, might be night
But you can't see your way if you're blind
Them's got ears, let them hear
Them's got eyes, let them see
Turn your eyes to the lord of the skies
Take that airline plane
It'll take you home again
To your home behind the skies
Airline to Heaven - Wilco
'Airline to Heaven' is a standout track from Wilco's 2005 live recording, 'Kicking Television: Live in Chicago.' The song exemplifies the band's signature blend of folk-rock and psychedelic pop, characterized by intricate guitar work and dynamic vocal performances. Recorded during a pivotal era in the group's career, the track captures the raw energy and improvisational spirit that defined their live shows. It reflects the band's ability to transform studio material into a powerful, communal experience, showcasing their growth from their earlier indie-folk roots into a more expansive sound. The recording serves as a testament to Wilco's enduring influence on alternative rock and their commitment to musical exploration through live performance.