Right To Fly

PJ Harvey · Other Songs - PJ Harvey

( with moonshake )



Bowling along the street like an empty carton

Mouthing words to music no-one else can hear

Rolling in the gutter like a stolen hubcab

The force field means no-one will come near



I've got a right to fly

And you're wrong to bring me down

I've got my head in the clouds

And my feet on the ground

I've got a right to fly

And you're wrong to bring me down

I've got a right to fly



Try and engage some conversation

But people's teeth grind and hackles rise

And then they get that glazed look in their eyes

They press a tarnished coin into my greasy mitt

My clothes catch the rain, the sun, the sweat



I've got a right to fly

And you're wrong to bring me down

I've got my head in the clouds

And my feet on the ground

I've got a right to fly

And you're wrong to bring me down

I've got a right to fly



One last soldier behind a shield of offense

People attacking with curled lips and glances

Mind grows propellers and pilots

And retro-rockets taking off to where the alley wind dances



I've got a right to fly

And you're wrong to bring me down

I've got my head in the clouds

And my feet on the ground

I've got a right to fly

And you're wrong to bring me down

I've got a right to fly



You're wrong

You're so wrong

Right To Fly

PJ Harvey's "Right To Fly" stands as a defining track from her 2000 album *Stories From The City, Stories From The Sea*. Released during a period of intense creative exploration, the song exemplifies her signature blend of gothic rock and atmospheric pop. With its haunting melody and Harvey's distinctive, emotive vocal delivery, the recording captures the melancholic yet resilient spirit often found in her work. The track has become a staple of her discography, frequently cited by fans and critics alike as a prime example of her ability to weave personal narrative with broader social commentary. Its enduring popularity reflects the song's ability to resonate across generations, cementing its place within the canon of alternative rock music.