Low Spark Of High Heeled Boys

Low Spark Of High Heeled Boys
Steve Winwood (Traffic) Lyrics


Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴  Line by Line Meaning ↴If you see something that looks like a star
And it's shooting up out of the ground
And your head is spinning from a loud guitar
And you just can't escape from the sound
Don't worry too much, it'll happen to you
We were children once, playing with toys

And the thing that you're hearing is only the sound

Of the low spark of high-heeled boys

The percentage you're paying is too high priced
While you're living beyond all your means
And the man in the suit has just bought a new car
From the profit he's made on your dreams
But today you just read that the man was shot dead
By a gun that didn't make any noise
But it wasn't the bullet that laid him to rest
Was the low spark of high-heeled boys

If you had just a minute to breathe
And they granted you one final wish
Would you ask for something like another chance?
Or something similar as this?
Don't worry too much, it'll happen to you
As sure as your sorrows are joys

And the thing that disturbs you is only the sound
Of the low spark of high-heeled boys

The percentage you're paying is too high priced
While you're living beyond all your means
And the man in the suit has just bought a new car
From the profit he's made on your dreams
But today you just read that the man was shot dead
By a gun that didn't make any noise
But it wasn't the bullet that laid him to rest
Was the low spark of high-heeled boys
High-heeled boys

If I gave you everything that I owned
And asked for nothing in return
Would you do the same for me as I would for you?
Or take me for a ride
And strip me of everything including my pride
But spirit is something that no one destroys

And the sound that I'm hearing is only the sound
Of the low spark of high-heeled boys

Heeled boys
Ooh, ooh, ooh


Overall Meaning

The song "Low Spark Of High Heeled Boys" by Steve Winwood (Traffic) is a commentary on the corrupting influence of power and money on society. The lyrics describe the feeling of being caught up in a world of material possessions and excess, with the "low spark" being the underlying desire for something more meaningful and authentic.


The first verse describes the overwhelming feeling of being caught up in a big concert or event, where the music and excitement are all-encompassing. The second verse discusses the greed and corruption that have become embedded in society, with people living beyond their means and being taken advantage of by those in power. The third verse is a reflection on the fleeting nature of life and the importance of cherishing every moment.


There is a constant sense of tension and unease throughout the song, with the low spark representing the desire to break free from the constraints of society and seek out something more authentic and meaningful.


Line by Line Meaning

If you see something that looks like a star And it's shooting up out of the ground And your head is spinning from a loud guitar And you just can't escape from the sound
Sometimes life is overwhelming, with images and sounds that leave us feeling dizzy and confused.


Don't worry too much, it'll happen to you We were children once, playing with toys And the thing that you're hearing is only the sound Of the low spark of high-heeled boys
Don't take life too seriously. We're all just kids trying to figure it out. The sound you hear is just the energy of the high-flying boys.


The percentage you're paying is too high priced While you're living beyond all your means And the man in the suit has just bought a new car From the profit he's made on your dreams
The cost of living is too high, and we're living beyond our means. Meanwhile, those in power are taking advantage of our dreams and profiting from them.


But today you just read that the man was shot dead By a gun that didn't make any noise But it wasn't the bullet that laid him to rest Was the low spark of high-heeled boys
Violence and greed can often have a silent, underlying cause - the desire for power and success.


If you had just a minute to breathe And they granted you one final wish Would you ask for something like another chance? Or something similar as this?
In moments of reflection, we often wonder what we really want in life, and if we're making the most of the time we have.


As sure as your sorrows are joys And the thing that disturbs you is only the sound Of the low spark of high-heeled boys
Life is a mix of ups and downs, and we should learn to appreciate the good and bad moments. The noise that bothers us is just a reminder of the desire for success and status.


If I gave you everything that I owned And asked for nothing in return Would you do the same for me as I would for you? Or take me for a ride And strip me of everything including my pride But spirit is something that no one destroys
True friendship means giving and taking in equal measure, without asking for anything in return. Even if someone takes advantage of you, they can never destroy your spirit.


And the sound that I'm hearing is only the sound Of the low spark of high-heeled boys Heeled boys Ooh, ooh, ooh
The driving force behind our desires and struggles is the unrelenting energy of those who strive for success and recognition.


Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jim Capaldi, Steve Winwood

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