The Wind In The Wires
Waterboys · A Rock In The Weary Land [2000]
The hills are in flood
And the road we must take
Is a river of blood
And the wind in the wires
And your heart like a cup
And I'm down in the war
And you've got to get up
For mercy's sake
Wake lady wake
Dress lady dress
Put on your skull-cap and boots
For the priest has confessed
And the chase is afoot
And the hounds are behind
Gunmen around every tree
And if it's all in our minds
Well, where else would it be
I suggest
You dress lady, dress
This is the day, this is the day, the day
This is the day, the day, this is the day, this is
This is the day
This is the day, this is the day, the day
This is the day, the day, this is the day, this is
Is this is the day?
Our kingdom will crash
Like a coo-let piece of trash
Swim lady swim
Lady, don't refuse
Though our chances are slim
And we're totally confused!
There are clues to be found
Oh, and I'd ask my peers
But they're all dumbing down
Until this bad weather clears
We're out on a limb
So swim lady, swim
Hey, world high
La la la la, la la la, la la la
La la la la, la la la, la la la
La la la la, la la la, la la la
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The Wind In The Wires
Released on the 2000 album A Rock In The Weary Land, 'The Wind In The Wires' stands as a defining track in the discography of the British band The Waterboys. The song exemplifies the group's evolution from their earlier folk-rock roots into a more polished, art-rock sound characterized by intricate arrangements and introspective lyrics. Written by Peter Gabriel and Nick Remery, the recording features the band's signature blend of acoustic textures and electric instrumentation, reflecting the complex emotional landscapes explored in their late-career work. As a staple of their catalogue, the track remains a significant example of the band's ability to weave narrative-driven songwriting with sophisticated musical composition, cementing its place in the history of alternative rock from the early 2000s.