About the song
**The Traveling Wilburys**, a supergroup comprised of some of the most iconic rock musicians of their era, left an indelible mark on the music world with their self-titled debut album in 1988. One of the standout tracks, “End of the Line,” serves as a poignant farewell to a musical journey that was as fleeting as it was unforgettable.
Assembled by George Harrison, the Wilburys brought together a dream team of rock legends: Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, Jeff Lynne, and Roy Orbison. Each member brought their unique style and experience to the table, creating a harmonious blend of genres that defied categorization. “End of the Line” is a testament to this musical alchemy, showcasing the band’s ability to seamlessly intertwine elements of rock, country, and folk.
The song’s introspective lyrics delve into themes of mortality, aging, and the passage of time. Orbison’s soulful vocals convey a sense of melancholy and longing, while Harrison’s lead guitar work provides a melancholic counterpoint. The harmonies between the band members are particularly striking, creating a rich and textured soundscape that is both comforting and bittersweet.
“End of the Line” is more than just a song; it’s a farewell to a golden era of rock music. The Wilburys’ brief time together was a fleeting moment in history, but their impact on popular culture endures. This poignant track serves as a fitting conclusion to their musical journey, leaving listeners with a sense of both nostalgia and gratitude for the music they created.
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Lyrics
Well, it’s all right riding around in the breeze
Well, it’s all right if you live the life you please
Well, it’s all right doing the best you can
Well, it’s all right as long as you lend a hand
You can sit around and wait for the phone to ring (at the end of the line)
Waiting for someone to tell you everything (at the end of the line, of the line)
Sit around and wonder what tomorrow will bring (at the end of the line)
Maybe a diamond ring
Well, it’s all right even if they say you’re wrong
Well, it’s all right, sometimes you gotta be strong
Well, it’s all right as long as you got somewhere to lay
Well, it’s all right, every day is Judgment Day
Maybe somewhere down the road aways (at the end of the line)
You’ll think of me and wonder where I am these days (at the end of the line, of the line)
Maybe somewhere down the road when somebody plays (at the end of the line)
Purple haze
Well, it’s all right even when push comes to shove
Well, it’s all right if you got someone to love
Well, it’s all right, everything’ll work out fine
Well, it’s all right, we’re going to the end of the line
Don’t have to be ashamed of the car I drive (at the end of the line)
I’m just glad to be here, happy to be alive (at the end of the line, of the line)
It don’t matter if you’re by my side (at the end of the line)
I’m satisfied
Well, it’s all right even if you’re old and gray
Well, it’s all right, you still got something to say
Well, it’s all right, remember to live and let live
Well, it’s all right, the best you can do is forgive
Well, it’s all right (all right), riding around on the breeze
Well, it’s all right (all right), if you live the life you please
Well, it’s all right, even if the sun don’t shine
Well, it’s all right (all right), we’re going to the end of the line