Warren Zevon - Hasten Down The Wind

She tells him she thinks she needs to be free
He tells her he doesn't understand
She takes his hand
She tells him nothing's working out the way they planned

She's so many women
He can't find the one who was his friend
So he's hanging on to half her heart
He can't have the restless part
So he tells her to hasten down the wind

Then he agrees he thinks she needs to be free
Then she says she'd rather be with him
But it's just a whim
By which she hopes to keep him on the limb

She's so many women
He can't find the one who was his friend
So he's hanging on to half her heart
He can't have the restless part
So he tells her to hasten down the wind

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[Jiggs46]

Most people think Warewolfs of London when you mention Warren Zevon, but this is the more typical brillant Warren song

[cullengal102]

stunning. the lyrics are brillant the music lovely. great artist.

[doran44]

Another great version of this beautiful song can be found on the brilliant "Learning to Flinch"CD.It was recorded live in Germany in what sounds like a small and intimate setting.It alternates between piano and guitar versions of some of Warrens best songs.Truly a great recording of this brilliant yet under appreciated musical genius.

Another beautiful live recording that Warren did was a song called "Renegade".It features Warren on piano with accompanying violin.Like this it is so beautiful.

[johnthehulk1]

Numb AsAStatute: Great comment. You are right. Warren was a genius as far as piano and guitar playing. His songwriting ability was next to none. Right up there with Paul Simon, and Neil Young. Warren just never got the recognition he deserved. And he did have humility. If not how could he write a song like "Bad Karma".

[NumbAsAStatue27]

Warren was by far one of the best balladeers to ever grace the music industry. He could write such beautiful, heartfelt songs about absolutely heartbreaking things, and that was only one side of his personality. He had so much skill whether it was writing/arranging music, playing guitar, playing piano, or writing songs for himself or others. He deserved to be much more famous than he ever became, but even Warren agreed that it kept him humble. Im just thankful for the music and memories he left

[johnthehulk1]

Warren Zevon was brilliant until the end of his life. He went out finishing "The Wind". It's hard to believe Warren was 1/2 of "Lyme and Cybelle" back in 1966. He wrote songs for Linda Ronstadt, The Turtles, and many others. Warren was a craftsman with a "Classical Background". After all he studied under Igor Stravinski when he was13 yrs. old. A true "Genius". Highest IQ ever recorded in Fresno. Perhaps misunderstood, and like his song "Wild Age". He was a "Wild Man". But he did it "His Way".

[johnthehulk1]

So Warren Zevon couldn't write beautiful ballads? What about this song? This is one of the most beautiful rock-pop love songs written. Zevon wasa a true "Genius".And didn't have a half bad voice either. Also a classic pianist. "The Real Deal" will never be forgotten. We miss you Warren. You died too soon.

[Maralo1]

He did indeed sing this version when he was dying. Which makes it even more beautiful.



[CrownMerfolk]

Possibly the best song in the world history.

[Yannajuana]

not 1 dislike on this song! Warren is amazing

[gkarber]

Warren said this was the song that he would be remembered for. Thumbs up if you agree.

[BullCricket75]

thank you ! thank you ! thank you! SO SO MUCH!!!!!!!