Young Lions
Adrian Belew · Side Four (Live) [2007]
underneath florescent skies
bonfires rage strange
wild waving shouting Picasso faces
In the guise of a lioness
the wind kisses her burning dress
you can fell her animal eyes
you can hear them cry,
"Be the jewel around my neck,
never a tear on my burning dress"
Lying, paralyzed,
a brave prey who lays dying
and is surrounded by angry spirits
hunters, guns, drums, and elephants
Why is this night quiet?
filled with trees filled with eyes
as she prowls around my feet
she throws back her head dress and cries,
"Now you will be mine,
be my young lion"
Why is this night quiet?
why the trees filled with eyes?
as she prowls around my feet
she throws back her head dress and cries,
"Be my young lion"
Young Lions
Adrian Belew's "Young Lions" stands as a dynamic song on the Side Four (Live) [2007] album, showcasing his signature blend of progressive rock and alternative metal. Recorded live, the track highlights Belew's virtuosic guitar work and distinctive vocal delivery, characteristic of his career spanning from the early 1980s to the 2000s. The song reflects the high-energy, improvisational style that defined his work with bands like The Mahogany Rain and his solo projects. As part of a live compilation, the recording captures the raw power and technical precision for which Belew is renowned, offering a glimpse into the intensity of his performances during this era. The piece serves as a testament to his enduring influence in the progressive and alternative rock scenes.