More Than This [Roxy Music]
Bryan Ferry · Slave To Love: Best Of The Ballads [2000]
There was no way of knowing
Fallen leaves in the night
Who can say where they're blowing
As free as the wind
And hopefully learning
Why the sea on the tide
Has no way of turning
More than this - there is nothing
More than this - tell me one thing
More than this - there is nothing
It was fun for a while
There was no way of knowing
Like a dream in the night
Who can say where we're going
No care in the world
Maybe I'm learning
Why the sea on the tide
Has no way of turning
More than this - there is nothing
More than this - tell me one thing
More than this - there is nothing
More Than This [Roxy Music]
Bryan Ferry's 'More Than This' stands as a defining track from Roxy Music's 1973 debut album, capturing the band's early fusion of art rock and progressive sensibilities. Released on the original 'Roxy Music' record, the song showcases Ferry's distinctive vocal delivery and the group's innovative use of synthesizers alongside traditional instrumentation. As a cornerstone of their early discography, it exemplifies the London-based band's reputation for pushing musical boundaries while maintaining a melodic core. The composition reflects the era's shift toward more complex structures and atmospheric textures, influencing countless subsequent acts in the new wave and art rock genres. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to balance experimental ambition with accessible songwriting, cementing its place in Ferry's catalog and the broader history of progressive rock.