The Unforgettable Ballad: “Drift Away” by Dobie Gray

About The Song

Dobie Gray’s “Drift Away” is a classic soul ballad released in 1973. It’s not a lengthy song, and a 500-word paragraph would be significantly longer than the song itself.

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“Drift Away” is a soulful, introspective track that explores themes of loneliness, longing, and the desire for escape. Gray’s rich vocals convey a sense of melancholy as he sings about feeling disconnected from the world and searching for solace. The song’s simple yet evocative lyrics and the accompanying instrumentation create a timeless and emotionally resonant atmosphere.

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Lyrics

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Day after day I’m more confused
Yet I look for the light through the pouring rain
You know that’s a game that I hate to lose
And I’m feelin’ the strain
Ain’t it a shame

Oh, give me the beat boys and free my soul
I wanna get lost in your rock and roll and drift away
Oh, give me the beat boys and free my soul
I wanna get lost in your rock and roll and drift away

Beginning to think that I’m wastin’ time
I don’t understand the things I do
The world outside looks so unkind
And I’m countin’ on you
To carry me through

Oh, give me the beat boys and free my soul
I wanna get lost in your rock and roll and drift away
Yeah, give me the beat boys and free my soul
I wanna get lost in your rock and roll and drift away

And when my mind is free
You know a melody can move me
And when I’m feelin’ blue
The guitar’s comin’ through to soothe me

Thanks for the joy that you’ve given me
I want you to know I believe in your song
And rhythm and rhyme and harmony
You’ve helped me along
Makin’ me strong

Oh, give me the beat boys and free my soul
I wanna get lost in your rock and roll and drift away
Give me the beat boys and free my soul
I wanna get lost in your rock and roll and drift away

Oh, give me the beat boys and free my soul
I wanna get lost in your rock and roll and drift away
Hey, give me the beat boys and free my soul
I wanna get lost in your rock and roll and drift away

Na na na, won’t you, won’t you take me
Oh, take me

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