Old and Wise
Wisdom in Shadows: Alan Parsons' Reflection on Life
Lyrics
As far as my eyes can see
Limitation of perception; one's visual range
There are shadows approaching me
Approaching challenges or difficulties
And to those I left behind
People left behind in life or memory
I wanted you to know
Expressing a desire to communicate something
You've always shared my deepest thoughts
Sharing intimate or profound thoughts
You follow where I go
Support or companionship throughout life
And, oh, when I'm old and wise
Reflecting on maturity and wisdom
Bitter words mean little to me
Little impact of hurtful words
Autumn winds will blow right through me
Sense of detachment or resilience to change
And someday in the mist of time
Future contemplation of memories
When they asked me if I knew you
Recognition of the relationship
I'd smile and say you were a friend of mine
Warm acknowledgment of friendship
And the sadness would be lifted from my eyes
Emotional relief or resolution
Oh, when I'm old and wise
Reiteration of maturity and wisdom
As far as my eyes can see
Repetition of limited perception
There are shadows surrounding me
Challenges or difficulties surrounding one
And to those I leave behind
Message to those left behind
I want you all to know
Continued emotional connection
You've always shared my darkest hours
Support during tough times acknowledged
I'll miss you when I go
Expression of missing others
And, oh, when I'm old and wise
Reiteration of reflection on maturity
Heavy words that tossed and blew me
Impact of weighty or hurtful words
Like autumn winds that will blow right through me
Comparison to transient nature of emotions
And someday in the mist of time
Future considerations of personal legacy
When they ask you if you knew me
Encouragement to remember the relationship
Remember that you were a friend of mine
Acknowledgment of mutual friendship
As the final curtain falls before my eyes
Sense of closure or finality
Oh, when I'm old and wise
Reiteration of maturity and wisdom
As far as my eyes can see
Reiteration of limitation of perception
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