Standing on the Moon The Grateful Dead

"Standing on the Moon" by the Grateful Dead, released in 1989, is a #Rock ballad that explores themes of longing, isolation, and introspection. The lyrics convey a sense of yearning for connection amidst solitude. Musically, it features haunting melodies and intricate guitar work, showcasing the band's signature improvisational style. The song has resonated with fans, reflecting the band's cultural impact on the jam band scene and counterculture.

[Verse 1]
Standing on the moon
I got no cobweb on my shoe
Standing on the moon
I'm feeling so alone and blue
I see the Gulf of Mexico
As tiny as a tear
The coast of California
Must be somewhere over here, over here

[Chorus]
Standing on the moon
I see the battle rage below
Standing on the moon
I see the soldiers come and go
There's a metal flag beside me
Someone planted long ago
Old Glory standing stiffly
Crimson, white and indigo
Old Glory standing stiffly
Crimson, white and indigo
Indigo

[Verse 2]
I see all of Southeast Asia
I can see El Salvador
I hear the cries of children
And the other songs of war
It's like a mighty melody
That rings down from the sky
Standing here upon the moon
I watch it all roll by, all roll by
All roll by, all roll by

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