Life Is Long
David Byrne · Other Songs - David Byrne
I can barely see 'cause my head's in the way
Tigers walk behind me- they are to remind me that
I'm lost- but I'm not afraid
Soul to soul- A kiss and a sigh
Sawed in half- by the passage of time
Halfway home- from a window you see
Chains and bars- but I am still free
People on the outside- I remember sweet times
This old rose- is always in bloom
Ev'ryone is happy- to be a baby daddy
Stone love- with nothing to lose
Life is long- if you give it way
So stay, don't go- 'cause I'm fading away
Soul to soul- between you and me
Chain me down- but I am still free
Now I can say- those three little words
And ev'ry day- I'm dreaming a world
Soul to soul- a kiss and a sigh
Holding back- the waters outside.
Life is long- if you give it way
So stay, don't go- 'cause I'm fading away
Soul to soul- between you and me
Chain me down- but I am still free
Life Is Long
Life Is Long stands as a reflective song in David Byrne's expansive discography, capturing the artist's signature blend of art-rock introspection and rhythmic complexity. Emerging from a period where Byrne frequently explored themes of existential observation and urban alienation, the track showcases his ability to distill complex emotional states into accessible, melodic structures. While often associated with his solo work following the dissolution of Talking Heads, the song reflects the meticulous production values and genre-defying approach that have defined his career. It serves as a reminder of Byrne's enduring capacity to examine the human condition through a lens that is both detached and deeply empathetic, maintaining the experimental spirit that has characterized his recordings for decades.