Casualty
Hollies · Reunion [2004]
(bliss)
Driving home I was miles away
When I thought that I saw your face
Late at night, a lightning flash
Put reality in it's place
I never saw the warning signs
'til it was too late
I'm a casualty
A victim of my own circumstance
A casualty a hopeless case
That never stood a chance at all
I never knew what hit me
Like somebody put out the light
I was going crazy
Couldn't tell if it was day or night
I must have lost direction
A simple hit and run
Chorus
Out of control on a one way street
Feeling myself beginning to slide
Out of my head too blind to see
That you were there just for the ride
Living this life in tragedy
Why did this happen to me
Chorus
I never stood a chance
I'm a casualty x3
Driving home I was miles away
When I thought that I saw your face
Late at night, a lightning flash
Put reality in it's place
I never saw the warning signs
'til it was too late
I'm a casualty
A victim of my own circumstance
A casualty a hopeless case
That never stood a chance at all
I never knew what hit me
Like somebody put out the light
I was going crazy
Couldn't tell if it was day or night
I must have lost direction
A simple hit and run
Chorus
Out of control on a one way street
Feeling myself beginning to slide
Out of my head too blind to see
That you were there just for the ride
Living this life in tragedy
Why did this happen to me
Chorus
I never stood a chance
I'm a casualty x3
Casualty - Hollies
Released on the 2004 compilation Reunion, Hollies' 'Casualty' stands as a testament to the band's enduring ability to craft timeless pop-rock anthems. While the group is historically celebrated for their 1960s hits like 'Long Cool Woman,' this track demonstrates their continued relevance in the modern era. The song captures the classic British Invasion sound, characterized by driving rhythms and melodic vocals that have defined their catalogue for decades. It serves as a bridge between their legendary status in the 60s and their ongoing commitment to quality recording, appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners discovering their discography through curated collections.