Living A Boy's Adventure Tale
A · Hunting High And Low [1985]
Lights in pairs come passing by where I hide
I need some time now on my own
Leave my loneliness alone
To lick my wounds
Night has found me just in time to help me close my eyes one more time
Living a boy's adventure tale
In so many ways
Living a boy's adventure tale
For so many days
I'm living a boy's adventure tale
Can't escape, if I wanted to
Living a boy's adventure tale
I may be dreaming but I feel awake
I've been lost in so many places
Seeked love in so many faces
A change of weather, the rain pours down
My head in hands, pressed to the ground
And where am I supposed to go now
Living a boy's adventure tale
In so many ways
Living a boy's adventure tale (aah)
Living a boy's adventure tale
a voice I hear Living a boy's adventure tale
Singing a lullaby for me
Living a boy's adventure tale
Because of you
Living a boy's adventure
Oh you know it's true
Living a boy's adventure tale
In so many ways (aah)
For so many days
I love you.
I love you
So many ways
Living A Boy's Adventure Tale
This track by A serves as a standout moment on the 1985 album Hunting High And Low, capturing the band's signature blend of indie rock and theatrical storytelling. The recording reflects the era's emerging post-punk revival sound, characterized by its raw energy and introspective lyrics that explore themes of youth and coming of age. As part of A's discography, the song exemplifies their ability to weave narrative-driven melodies with a distinct vocal style that has influenced subsequent generations of indie artists. Its inclusion on Hunting High And Low highlights the band's commitment to crafting cohesive albums that function as complete sonic experiences, cementing their place in the history of alternative music from the mid-1980s.