Strings
Dr. Hook · Other Songs - Dr. Hook
Lines, thin shiny lines, so very fine, but so very hard to break
Threads, just hanging threads, weaving a web that we can hardly see
But Oh, we feel the strings, pulling on you, pulling on me
Strings, invisible strings, tying our wings, keeping us on the ground
Strands, soft silky strands, takin' our hands and leavin' them tightly bound
Vines, clinging vines, twisting they wind, covering everything
Strings, pulling on you, pulling on me
So tangled together, we don't want to be free
We're hurting and crying, but trying endlessly
Strings, there's always strings, attached to the things, we think are free to take
Lines, thin shiny lines, so very fine, but so very hard to break
Threads, tiny threads, weaving a web that we can hardly see
But Oh, we feel the strings, pulling on you, pulling on me
Oh, strings, we feel the strings, pulling on you, pulling on me
pulling on you, pulling on me
pulling on you, pulling on me
pulling on you, they're pulling on me....
Strings
Strings represents a notable song in the discography of Dr. Hook, an American rock band celebrated for their witty songwriting and melodic sensibilities. Emerging from the vibrant Philadelphia music scene, the group achieved significant commercial success during the 1970s with a catalog that blended rock, pop, and soft rock elements. While best known for chart-topping hits like Sylvia's Mother and Cover Me, the band's broader body of work showcases a consistent ability to craft engaging narratives within accessible musical frameworks. This recording reflects the group's established style, characterized by tight harmonies and a polished production quality that defined their era. Fans of the band's extensive catalogue will find this track consistent with their signature sound, offering a glimpse into the creative output that sustained their long-running career across multiple decades.