Motion Pictures
Neil Young · On the Beach [1974]
on my TV screen,
A home away from home,
livin' in between
But I hear some people
have got their dream.
I've got mine.
I hear the mountains
are doin' fine,
Mornin' glory
is on the vine,
And the dew is fallin',
the ducks are callin'.
Yes, I've got mine.
Well, all those people,
they think
they got it made
But I wouldn't buy,
sell, borrow or trade
Anything I have
to be like one of them.
I'd rather
start all over again.
Well, all those headlines,
they just bore me now
I'm deep inside myself,
but I'll get out somehow,
And I'll stand before you,
and I'll bring
a smile to your eyes.
Motion pictures,
motion pictures.
Motion Pictures
Neil Young's "Motion Pictures" stands as a defining track from his 1974 album *On the Beach*, capturing the raw energy and introspective depth characteristic of his work during that era. The song exemplifies Young's signature blend of folk-rock and psychedelic influences, utilizing his distinctive vocal delivery and guitar work to explore themes of movement and internal states. Released alongside other notable compositions from the period, the recording reflects the artistic maturity of the mid-1970s, where Young continued to push boundaries in both his musical style and lyrical content. As part of his extensive discography, this track remains a significant example of his ability to convey complex emotions through accessible, evocative instrumentation.