Landing
Golden Earring · The Red Bullet Years [2002]
It's time for your mind to play a game
Close all your eyes and touch the air
Reach for a hand that must be there
You know how it fools you
And you know how it is
To be one of those people
Who don't know what they miss
You can hide away from reality
And escape
Yesterday I felt it
And the first thing I thought
Never let go
I held it as close as I could
When it didn't grow like it should
And then, after hours, I opened my head
I found myself back on the floor near my bed
Nothing has changed, it was all the same again
The same again
When daylight and nighttime feel the same
It's time for your mind to play a game
Close all your eyes and touch the air
Reach for a hand that must be there
You know how it fools you
And you know how it is
To be one of those people
Who don't know what they miss
You can hide away from reality
But you can't escape
Landing - Golden Earring
Golden Earring's "Landing" stands as a quintessential example of the Dutch rock band's late-career resurgence, captured on the 2002 compilation "The Red Bullet Years." Released during a period of renewed critical acclaim following their 1999 breakthrough, the track exemplifies the group's signature blend of hard rock and melodic sensibility. The song features the band's characteristic driving rhythm section and vocal harmonies, delivering an anthemic quality that resonates with fans of classic rock. As part of a collection of tracks celebrating their enduring legacy, "Landing" serves as a testament to the band's ability to craft powerful, emotionally resonant recordings that bridge their historical significance with contemporary appeal.