“I know I should feel welcome here, way up in the atmosphere
but I am afraid…”
Fly by Adrian Belew
Sometimes I find myself above the clouds, marveling at the beauty of our collective home. And no matter how stunning the view may be, eventually my mind wanders to an Adrian Belew song, Fly.
I remember the first time I heard it. I was mesmerized. To this day, the lyrics grab hold of me and don’t let go. The chords take me on an unexpected journey. It’s a haunting song, and it’s beautiful.
Personally, I’m not afraid of flying. But each and every time I find myself hovering above earth, I am afraid I’ll forget the words to this song. Luckily, it resides in my collection, to help me remember. No need to fear. None at all.