Boats Against the Current Olivia Newton-John

"Boats Against the Current" by Olivia Newton-John, released in 1976, is a #Pop ballad that explores themes of love, longing, and the struggle against life's challenges. The lyrics convey a sense of nostalgia and emotional resilience, using vivid imagery. Its orchestral arrangement adds depth, making it a poignant reflection on human experience. The song highlights the universal battle against time and fate, resonating with listeners seeking solace in shared struggles.

I know it's over
You know it's over
We're just goin' through the motions
But we're sailing separate oceans, worlds apart
And you know it's breakin' my heart

I was a dreamer
You were a dreamer
But perfection is consuming
And it seems we're only human after all
And we've both been takin' the fall

But tomorrow
We'll run a little bit faster
Tomorrow
We're gonna find what we're after at last
Feelings that we left in the past
There's romance in the sunset
We're boats against the current to the end

Maybe we're older
And maybe we're colder
So we disregard solutions
While we cling to our illusions once again
And we keep remembering when
Seasons are changing
Oh my reasons are changing
But the story isn't ending
So we find ourselves pretending one more day
And the years keep slipping away

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