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Lyrics of Old and Wise by The Alan Parsons Project
verse
As far as my eyes can see
There are shadows approaching me
And to those I left behind, I wanted you to know
You′ve always shared my deepest thoughts
You follow where I go
chorus
And oh, oh, when I'm old and wise
Bitter words mean little to me
Autumn winds will blow right through me
And someday in the midst of time
When they ask me if I knew you
I′d smile and say you were a friend of mine
And the sadness would be lifted from my eyes
Oh, when I'm old and wise
verse
As far as my eyes can see
There are shadows surrounding me
And to those I leave behind, I want you all to know
You've always shared my darkest hours
I′ll miss you when I go
chorus
And oh, oh, when I′m old and wise
Heavy words that tossed and blew me
Like autumn winds, will blow right through me
And someday in the midst of time
When they ask you if you knew me
Remember that you were a friend of mine
As the final curtain falls before my eyes
Oh, when I'm old and wise
outro
As far as my eyes can see
Writer(s): Alan Parsons, Eric Norman Woolfson
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The song 'Old and Wise' by The Alan Parsons Project reflects on the passage of time and the value of friendships. The lyrics convey a sense of acceptance towards aging and the inevitable changes that come with it, emphasizing the importance of genuine connections and memories shared with others throughout life.
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Themes
Friendship and connection
• I'd smile and say you were a friend of mine
• You've always shared my darkest hours
• You've always shared my deepest thoughts
Reflection and wisdom
• when I'm old and wise
• Bitter words mean little to me
• Heavy words that tossed and blew me
Farewell and nostalgia
• As the final curtain falls before my eyes
• I'll miss you when I go
• And to those I left behind, I wanted you to know
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Moods
Reflection, love, nostalgia, solitude, heartbreak
Rating: G
Lyrics are child-friendly and safe for all!
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Album • 1982 • 11 tracks
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Old and Wise
The Alan Parsons Project
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