Rolling Stone
Rolling Stone

Passenger - Rolling Stone Lyrics

Jun 6, 2014
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Rolling Stone Lyrics

Sometimes I feel I'm going nowhere
Sometimes I'm sure I never will
She said it's 'cause I'm always moving
I never notice 'cause I never stand still

Sometimes I feel like I'm falling
Falling fast and falling free
She said, "My darling you're not falling
Always looked like you were flying to me"

But I fear I've grown a rolling stone inside of me
She said, "Oh don't you know
The rolling stones stop at the sea
And that's where I'll be"

Sometimes I'm sure I know no one
A thousand faces but no names
She said, "My love you do know someone
Oh and I know you back just the same"

"But I'm scared," I said, "What if this stone don't slow down?"
"Oh just be aware," she said
"What goes up will come down
And when you do I'll be around"

Oh when I've dragged this rolling stone across this land
I'll make sure I leave this stone in her hand
For we both know too well, the rolling stones turn into sand
If they don't find a place to stand

Writer(s): Michael David Rosenberg
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the song 'Rolling Stone' by Passenger?

    'Rolling Stone' by Passenger was written by Michael David Rosenberg, who is better known by his stage name, Passenger.

  2. What are some themes explored in Passenger's 'Rolling Stone'?

    In 'Rolling Stone,' Passenger explores themes of movement and uncertainty, as the lyrics depict feelings of going nowhere, falling, and being constantly in motion. There's also a sense of introspection and fear about the future and relationships, balanced with hope of finding a place to belong.

  3. What inspired the metaphor of the 'rolling stone' in Passenger's song?

    While the exact inspiration is not detailed, the metaphor of the 'rolling stone' in the song suggests perpetual movement and a search for stability. This might reflect aspects of Passenger’s personal or artistic life, given his explained absence from stable relationships due to frequent travel.

  4. How does Passenger express the idea of stopping or finding peace in 'Rolling Stone'?

    Passenger uses imagery of the rolling stone stopping at the sea to symbolize an eventual place of rest and peace. The lyrics suggest that when all movement ceases, there's hope for finding stability and a place to 'stand,' akin to stones turning into sand.

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