Looking (At Tale Of Two Meanings)
Gilbert O'Sullivan · Life & Rhymes [1982]
Better than to begin
I'm looking for a girl whose age is Virginia
Name around seventeen
I'm looking for a tie that won't get knotted
One that will not be four making five
On I've a reason you see
That's good. tell me where's the door
I like to think it's time I stopped interfering
In peoples private lives
I like to think the bits I find fascinating
Ought to decrease in size
I like to think but then you tell me who doesn't
And I'll tell you a tale/tail
Is the part you start with when you begin
Or brush If your dog's on sale
I like to think but then you tell me who doesn't
And I'll tell you a sale
Is the time you find out everything's cheap
Only prices remain unchanged
I'm wondering If the girl I married this morning
Wants us to get divorced
I'm wondering If the child we both plan on having
Shouldn't be ordered first
I'm wondering If the pain I have In my left leg
isn't just In my head
Which Is fine. don't mind as long as I'm here
I might as well stay myself
Looking (At Tale Of Two Meanings)
Gilbert O'Sullivan's 'Looking (At Tale Of Two Meanings)' stands as a poignant example of his late-career songwriting, blending his signature melancholic style with a narrative depth characteristic of his later work. Recorded for the album 'Life & Rhymes [1982]', the track reflects O'Sullivan's continued exploration of complex emotional landscapes and lyrical ambiguity. The song exemplifies his ability to craft intimate, character-driven stories that resonate with listeners through subtle musical arrangements and evocative phrasing. As part of his extensive discography, this recording maintains the artistic integrity and emotional resonance that defined his career, showcasing his enduring talent for translating personal sentiment into universal musical expression.