Yes - In A World Of Our Own Lyrics






What’s wrong with a new revolution?
Who’s playing God on any given day?
Why put yourself through so much pressure?
Here we go again

Where were you when I needed you?
I was caught up in a crazy whirlwind
Then I saw your face in the crowd
You were somebody else then
Somebody else then

Why must you always lie to me?
One big mistake
We’re headed for heartbreak
You can whet your appetite anywhere
As long as you do
Your cooking at home
Right back where it began
Why can’t we be like we were then?
Living in a world of our own
In a world of our own

What’s right about a false evolution?
Must be lonely playing God all the while
‘Bout time you hail a taxi for that ego
You’re in a world all your own
In a world all your own

Your bleeding heart case made the headlines
Tomorrow lining every waste bin
You had to go and reinvent the rainy day
I was left out in the cold then
Stuck out in the rain again

Why must you always lie to me?
I know, for sure
You’re gonna reap what you sow
You can whet your appetite anywhere
As long as you do
Your cooking at home
Right back where it began
Why can’t we be like we were then?
Living in a world of our own
In a world of our own





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  1. J.... D....

    this song is really sexy.

  2. S.... M....

    This is shockingly lifeless. As a huge fan this is travesty

  3. r.... f....

    I guess when someone told me change in music a band or musician takes is not always good I think I can now say I know what he meant now.

  4. L.... H....

    I know this is an album that I'm supposed to hate, but I honestly find some of the songs here enjoyable

  5. b.... f....

    Best song on the album in my opinion

  6. T.... N....

    It's a great homage to the Beach Boys (one of Squire's favorite bands)
    I'm qualified to say this is a really good song simply because I saw Yes the entirety of the 1970s (six times) and I would much rather hear them do a tribute to The Beatles/ The Beach Boys and end up sounding like 10cc (one of the greatest and most underrated bands of all time) than attempting to create Close To The Edge part 2.

  7. b.... ....

    Schmaltzy crap. Sorry to say.

  8. A.... S....

    I reckon the best bit is Chris' back up singing in the chorus, sounds quite like some of the vocal parts in Fish Out of Water.

  9. J.... F....

    I'm gonna go listen to Close to the Edge to sooth my disappointed soul

  10. s.... d....

    What a crapsong!! Im sorry :-( Yes where are youuuuuuu!!!!!!!!!!!

  11. m.... ....

    Such a classic band -- it's a shame they put together such a crummy video. It's like something a high school kid did in his mom's basement for the AV club.

  12. C.... B....

    Here's what I wrote on there full album video:

    "E" for effort on the new "YES" release "Heaven And Earth"...

    I am a big "YES" fan seeing them live many times in the 70s (from Yessongs and after)... The foundation of YES was built with the voice and dimension that Jon Anderson brought. The band without him is like taking away one of the letters in YES's name and trying to pronounce it... I love Steve Howe but there was a Yes before him and after him. I also love Chris Squire and he was one of my biggest Rock influences in my bass playing, however, that John Entwistle meets Paul McCartney might not be the right feel for writing Progressive Rock in this day and age. If you listen to some of the newer Prog Rock bands out there their Bassist is usually a technical player that adds a more modern twist of Fusion and Funk (and still have that melodic Squire feel).

    I do love the new vocalist! Great voice and financially I guess he a smarter pick considering that Jon probably doesn't own rights to the name YES, so he probably requires more money for touring because of the funds being made off of merchandising. I wonder how much money Jon never saw from all those greatest hits and second time release of all those vintage YES pieces? I am just guessing on all this so if I am wrong please inform me.   

    I do say they gave it a good try with this album. The vintage MiniMoog sounds (and Wakeman style riffs) that pop up every now and then are cool but the different movements and character changes in the pieces are not there (from the days of old that is). In the matter of fact, the tempo almost stays the same through most of the album. Where are all the different movements like "Heart Of The Sunrise", Close To The Edge" and/or "Awaken" had? I like the works in this album but there are no "Masterpieces" here.

    I do agree with Michael Bath previous points that YES is more of a sound now, but that todays sound isn't the same 1970 to 1978 sound we fell in love with. Not to mention that later releases like "TALK" were outstanding and this album doesn't come close to that 1993 (94?) release. Not even close!

    Trevor Rabin and Jon Anderson need to get together now and do something together before it gets too late! Stop postponing you two and do it. It maybe the last thing we get to remember!

  13. D.... B....

    The "living in a world of our own" lyric in this tune is the perfect metaphor for the sad, twisted reality that has befallen Steve Howe and Chris Squire ever since they decided to both betray Jon Anderson (the guiding soul and visionary of Yes), and sacrifice their personal and musical integrity for the pursuit of money and vanity. For the fact is that Howe and Squire (two once-upon-a-time, great, inspired musicians) have descended into a DELUSIONAL "world of their own," a world in which they have transformed the concept and sound of their once great band into a CACOPHONY of HIDEOUS, SENILE, DRIVEL!

    D.... B....

    Well put! I wrote my review above... I mentioned the money part of it too... I am not sure but I believe when Jon and Rick left the band in 1979 they relinquished their right to the name YES... So in future tours they probably didn't get any merchandising money so Jon probably had to ask for more funds ( which he deserves) ... What about all those greatest hits album releases in the 80s and 90s (and later) and a couple of songs on movie sound tracks? ... I'm sure Chris was raking in on that.... I wonder if Jon saw any of that??? I am the biggest Jon Anderson fan out there... Now 71 years old and still sounds great!

    D.... B....

    @Chuck Belloise

    D.... B....

    His name is on just about every song he gets the lions share.

    D.... B....

    Dia Bolique couldn't agree more!

  14. M.... S....

    Pretty much the dullest Yes album, so far.  Kind of makes one nostalgic for when they had some sort of energy.  I guess this is progressive easy listening music?  They sound like even they are bored of the music they are making now.

  15. V.... M....

    Beatles?  Early Yes?!?!?  Come on people!  I can't believe no one picked it out?!?!?!  It's a rehash of "Your My Best Friend" from Queen!  Even the same producer!  That being said Yes don't have to prove anything.  They're awesome in any timeline!  By the way ... Deacon rocks!

    V.... M....

    Listen to Tom Petty, Breakdown.

  16. F.... F....

    Howe left the mighty ASIA to focus on this? Bad move. 

  17. g.... ....

    super super super stuff guys. LOVE the new recordings...LIke you say..a new direction...a new beginning in some ways for the band...a new flavour and beautifully recorded.
     It;s hard to get the album out of my head. Congratulations!!

      Chris...you rock...love ya!!!

  18. J.... J....

    I'm a die hard Yes fan, use to flight everywhere to see their concerts, have all albums, remasters etc. In my opinion, Yes fans are very demanded. This Yes incarnation are doing a nice job, both with Benoit David and even better with Jon Davison, a great singer that feels very proud to be part of the band. "Fly from Here" and "Heaven and Earth" are very nice efforts, with great moments and musics, far better than any 80's or 90's albums released by them. Let's thanks these guys for keep doing great albums and concerts, they found the right path! 

  19. R.... J....

    This is hard to accept when you've been a fan since the early years. I think Going For The One was the last album where they were really what I liked.

  20. m.... m....

    bad  work  ........... Once upon a time the Yes

  21. A.... R....

    Open Review: Yes Heaven & Earth

    http://www.amazon.com/review/R3SMS72RJZYQX/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm

  22. c.... h....

    Is it better than Drama? We can fly from here? Certainly the later!!!. The trick with Yes is to go where ever they take you. Not Always brilliant. The ladder and most of Open your eyes. Jon got a bit loved up. However, my initial thoughts were Beatles which isn't so bad, they were pretty good. We've had Trevor and a bit of 'Europe/Journey!!! so why not another change. I'll buy it but then I'm a nutter.

    c.... h....

    Um.... Machine Messiah. Enough said.

    c.... h....

    Tempus Fugit personaly but each to their  own. Like I said earlier you have to go with them and the majority of the stuff is good. I have only recently purchased the album so, at the moment can't realy comment on the new album in comparison to other 'Non Jon' Albums. Saw them live at Bristol (UK) thought they were brilliant and the new guy has a good voice. I did post a photo I'll try n send you.

    c.... h....

    @chris hodgkins This album continues to grow on me, and you gotta realize something. The songs are beautifully crafted. They were never out to make or out do their previous technicality. The songs definitely take you to an atmosphere that is entirely Yes. So thats why I love it...

  23. 1.... ....

    Have to say I  did listen to  the album again and again and it still bores me to death. Just can't get over it. IO  can't even force myself to like it. SORRY GUYS.

  24. T.... ....

    My first Yes concert was Tales of Topographic Oceans. Yes has been my favorite band and my musical inspiration since 1970. This song reminds me of hopping up on a thoroughbred and walking around a track a couple of times. It is the most dull, plodding, uninspiring, vanilla sounding track I've ever heard from Yes. This is unfortunate.

  25. p.... ....

    De lo peor en la historia de YES.

    p.... ....

    Amor si sumó Leppard Love movies llegaron ya

  26. S.... S....

    One of the worst things I have ever heard with the Yes name on it - even worse than YesWest.

  27. X.... ....

    Steve is amazing as always. This song grows with every listening. Cannot wait to hear the whole album. Long live YES :)

  28. M.... M....

    Well that was embarrassing.

  29. C.... R....

    Yes?  Now living in a world of delusion. 

  30. Y.... ....

    This video is nauseating. I can't say much better than the song.

  31. s.... ....

    That song is not really prog music.

  32. E.... B....

    No writing credits from Geoff either.  last 4 Asia albums are packed with some of their very best songs which of course he cowrote.    I really didn't wanna jump to conclusions but they sound totally fucking lost from what I've heard so far.  Maybe he should do some more driving next time. 

  33. E.... B....

    I REALLY hate to say it but between the first song they released and this + the clips of the other songs I've heard I can't say I'm excited in the least for this album.   Not so much as being at least curious.   Some of the vocal melodies sound pretty awkward and musically its just so...muted.   It's like nobodys trying.
      

  34. D.... B....

    Song is okay.  Will need a few more listens to see how it grows on me.  What's it been, 42 years since "Fragile?"  These guys are still working at it.  But the video, oh my, the video is terrible.  Can't watch it, had to scroll it off the top of my screen to listen to the song.  Amateurish graphics with the lyrics being presented in a manner which induces dizziness.  Unwatchable.

  35. r.... ....

    Nice song .. has elements of the Beatles, Beach Boys, and even Jellyfish!  Didn't think Yes would go "power pop" at this stage ... 

    r.... ....

    Reminded me of Jellyfish, as well! The vocals... shuffle rhythm (a la "Calling Sarah"), perhaps?

  36. E.... V....

    Beatles

  37. J.... L....

    Rushyeskansas is right, it sounds just Mc Cartney stuff, not being Mc Cartney 

  38. s.... ....

    So, Bootsy Atlas, Drama was not Yes?!?!

  39. n.... ....

    sounds a little like Queen on Vicodin.

  40. m.... m....

    Uno dei brani più brutti degli Yes.Una brutta melodia  stile Beatles.............penosi-(((((

  41. J.... C....

    Terrific. This one really grows on you. Heard a bit of the new album - can't wait for the whole thing once my CD arrives from Japan. Love Yes. Thanks for the video! :-)

  42. M.... ....

    Yes I miss Jon Anderson but on the strength of having seen them live in Manchester recently when they were superb I will buy this album - in any case this is a good song with some excellent guitar work from Steve.

  43. O.... ....

    If there never was a YES this would be ok but once one has had the original how can one settle for IMITATION!?   

  44. J.... l....

    Can`t wait on album, after decade of J.A. devastation of Yes(after The Ladder there was-nothing) this sounds as huge light in tunnel

  45. P.... G....

    Horrible horrible, so sorry y was a Yes devoted all my childhood

  46. B.... E....

    Reinvent the rainy day that R&R HOF snubs YES? Much less Deep Purple and the Funky Meters. Here's  Donna Halper dropping the diamond stylus on... flav-0-flav?  Some day Geddy Lee will 'Indict' you also.

  47. B.... E....

    of course I am a huge YES fan. but what is this benoit david meets geddy lee's ballad? it's all 4/4 time signature. It's no Bruford. Love absolutely love Chris Squire's vocals. On second listen, Steve Howe is always there, in between the lines. Heard this earlier this morning but this afternoon.

    B.... E....

    lol, thanks for the earwig too. assholes. nice little ditty.

  48. S.... S....

    The guitar was tasty here, I'll admit, but Yes just sounds played out and tired here.

  49. S.... S....

    The guitar was tasty here, I'll admit, but Yes just sounds played out and tired here.

  50. J.... M....

    never heard  such a  one  dimensional  Yes ...........Conspiracy  was much  more interesting than  this ,not  much  here  to  grow  on me ,lifeless no  energy .....its the  "sugarless"  Yes  i guess

  51. D.... B....

    I am going to have to agree here with the others. It isn't just the absence of Jon's voice it is the absence of his spirit and the absence of his creativity. It sounds like a pop song created in a formulated equation. In a very un-YES-like fashion, the lyrics are too simplistic and repetitive. Not enough of that edgy, YES sound; too soft and smooth for a YES works. I have followed yes from 1970, have seen them many times all over the USA and this year in Australia, and I have a personal friendship with Jon. I am saddened that the story has evolved how it has with Jon left behind. While the new John sounds like Jon, he hasn't got the soulful foundation Jon has. I am grateful that they are continuing the performing of YES music though.

  52. R.... D....

    I think without Rick, and Jon, part of the soul, the warmth, the spacey brilliance has been diminished, as much as I love Yes,

  53. f.... p....

    the production is too clean.. not enough warmth.. it also sounds like an Active bass on this.. WHO IN THE WORLD USES A 5 STRING IN 2014.. 

  54. H.... T....

    I am a Yes fanatic, but based on this song I might pass on this new album. Waiting for a proper return to prog rock, with Anderson and Wakeman back in the band if possible. Enough with the replacements like Downes, they are just not good enough.

  55. H.... F....

    A pleasant little song, but certainly nothing to write home about . . .
    I'll need to hear this album a couple of times to decide if it's worth adding to my 'Yes' collection . . .

  56. R.... H....

    I can't wait to buy this new album i love al of the 21 albums

  57. P.... M....

    drums sound quite feeble.

  58. D.... J....

    Nice guitar.

  59. E.... M....

    Yes ain't Yes without Jon Anderson. Sorry lads. 

  60. M.... A....

    Mind Blowing? Yawn.
    Longtime Yes fan, this . . .  Yawn.

  61. G.... S....

    VASTLY superior to "Open Your Eyes"

    G.... S....

    +Geoffrey Simmons That's not saying much

  62. a.... ....

    Without Jon Anderson, despite the instrumentation, it's only Yes-like.  Jon's voice was the keystone.  Even the early raw stuff, pre-Howe and Wakeman, in Yes and Time and a Word was vastly superior to this.

  63. s.... n....

    isso não soa como yes nem aqui e nem na china,parece mais musica natalina.

  64. r.... ....

    I like the song, but for me sounds more like Beatles than Yes ;)

    r.... ....

    Which, considering the cover of "Every Little Thing" on the debut album, brings the Beatles influence full-circle.

  65. J.... B....

    Wait, this isn't Jon Anderson's voice?   Pretty close I think.

  66. S.... W....

    We can have Yes in the present state, or not have Yes.  I choose too have them and not see the group die.  I would miss the music, the lyric, the all that Yes is and was!  I must have Yes as long as possible.

  67. D.... M....

    It sounds very much like something Asia would have done, Bill Bruford used to be in that band didn`t he?

    D.... M....

    Sorry sport... Bruford went to King Crimson, though he did play in the pre-Asia band called UK. Asia's drummer was Carl Palmer from Emerson Lake & Palmer. 

  68. l.... ....

    I hope the rest of the album is not like this.

  69. l.... ....

    I agree with other comments here. I find this song disappointing, and I don't think it is because I, or others of us, am/are a dinosaur. The song is a very tame, standard construction, albeit it with quite a catchy hook. But the section tacked on to the end to make it sound a little more Yes-like sounds exactly that — tacked on. The pace is ponderous, heavy. It doesn't lift! I do prefer the sound of Jon Anderson's voice, and even Trevor Horn's. Davison seems to have a very 'relaxed' attitude to pitch which I find a little annoying. Overall, it sounds like a demo.

  70. D.... S....

    just seen them in Newport Rhode Island, awesome show and as for the dinosaur comments, please... the band has had changes over the years and still continues to be amazing and one of a kind...YESongs forever :)

  71. B.... S....

    Reminds me of Don't Go.

  72. G.... P....

    I'm scared that I'm such a dinosaur because whilst this is OK I hark back to . . . .  well you know when. 

    G.... P....

    I agree Gary.  This doesn't compare to the YES we love from the 70's This is a new YES for the younger generation.  Looking forward to Jon Anderson and Jean-Luc Ponty releasing their current project….  and I hope they do a tour ! 

    G.... P....

    @Denise Riordan I believe that project is dead.

    G.... P....

    Say it aint so !!!!!!!

  73. 1.... ....

    Sounds so  bad and cheesy like a Sci-Fi B-movie. Sorry  this sounds nothing like yes. To think I would say this song is too long. This album has no energy it is truly boring.

    1.... ....

    they say if you try marijuana and listen to this it is a buzz. i like it with my coffee.

  74. I.... ....

    Steve Howe is STILL awesome!

    I.... ....

    where actually?

    I.... ....

    If you need this to be explained then perhaps you should choose another interest.

    I.... ....

    Yes indeed.

    I.... ....

    Yes... Steve still has it! He played great last year when I saw them... Chris??? I don't know and I was the biggest fan of his growing up... I wrote my review above..

  75. D.... W....

    The latest from YES…  strangely sounds like early YES.
    Normally I like everything YES but this one may be a slow grower on me.

    D.... W....

    I thought the same.... but with much less energy . 

  76. M.... ....

    YES this is awesome, YES it is. ROCK ON!!!!!!

  77. E.... C....

    A new lyrics video by Yes.
    In the final analysis we're all living in a world of our own....but where's the owner? Is he a loner...a stoner or a omnivorous de-boner!
    The code is clear....live your life accordingly even if you don't play the accordian.....

  78. w.... ....

    *YES* - Living *In A World Of Our Own* - album HEAVEN & EARTH, 2014 (Lyrics Video) by @Frontiers Records!