I Think I See The Light

Cat Stevens · An Other Cup [2006]

I used to trust nobody, trusting even less their words,

until I found somebody, there was no one I preferred,

my heart was made of stone, my eyes saw only misty grey,

Until you came into my life girl, I saw everyone that way.

Until I found the one I needed at my side,

I think I would have been a sad man all my life.



I think I see the light coming to me,

coming through me giving me a second sight.

So shine, shine, shine,

shine, shine, shine,

shine, shine, shine.



I used to walk alone, every step seemed the same.

This world was not my home, so there was nothing much to gain.

Look up and see the clouds, look down and see the cold floor.

Until you came into my life girl, I saw nothing, nothing more.

Until I found the one I needed at my side,

I think I would have been a sad man all my life.



I think I see the light coming to me,

coming through me giving me a second sight.

So shine, shine, shine,

shine, shine, shine,

shine, shine, shine.

About I Think I See The Light

"I Think I See The Light" stands as a luminous song in Cat Stevens' extensive catalogue, reflecting his enduring ability to blend folk sensibilities with spiritual introspection. Recorded for the 2006 compilation *An Other Cup*, the track captures the essence of Stevens' later career, where he continued to explore themes of hope and personal clarity with the same poetic grace that defined his earlier work. The song exemplifies his signature style, characterized by gentle acoustic arrangements and lyrics that resonate with universal experiences of finding direction amidst uncertainty. Stevens' discography is marked by a consistent commitment to storytelling and melodic accessibility, qualities evident here. While this recording appears on a retrospective collection, it maintains the organic feel of his classic era, bridging the gap between his 1960s breakthroughs and his mature artistic voice. The piece serves as a testament to his longevity as a songwriter, offering listeners a moment of quiet reflection that aligns with the optimistic spirit often found in his body of work.