Weight Of The World
Neil Young · Landing On Water [1986]
the weight of the world
On my back
I never trusted
my friends or my girl
Can you imagine that
I used to shuffle my feet
When I walked
I hung my head down low
Kept to myself
all my private thoughts
But when I met you girl.
I dropped the
weight of the world
Weight of the world
I dropped the
weight of the world
Weight of the world.
I knew some people
used to dance all night
But not me
I never knew
if it was wrong or right
To be so free
I used to close my eyes
And try to hide
from the light of love
Spent all my time
with the darkness inside
But when I met you girl.
I dropped
the weight of the world
Weight of the world
I dropped
the weight of the world
Weight of the world.
I was alone
for all of my life
I was alone
for all of my life
I was alone
for all of my life
I was alone
for all of my life
Until you came my way
I dropped
the weight of the world
Weight of the world
I dropped
the weight of the world
Weight of the world.
Weight Of The World
Neil Young's 'Weight Of The World' stands as a poignant song within his 1986 album, Landing On Water. Emerging during a period where the Canadian icon frequently explored themes of social responsibility and personal introspection, the track reflects his signature blend of acoustic warmth and earnest storytelling. The recording captures Young's ability to distill complex emotional states into accessible melodies, a hallmark of his extensive discography. While the album itself navigates a specific sonic landscape of the mid-eighties, this song remains a testament to his enduring capacity to address universal burdens through a distinctly personal lens. It serves as a reminder of his consistent output across decades, maintaining relevance through honest songwriting that resonates with listeners regardless of the era.