Silver Bird | Paul Revere & The Raiders Lyrics, Meaning & Videos

May 2024 · 4 minute read

Silver Bird
Paul Revere & The Raiders Lyrics


Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴  Line by Line Meaning ↴Get aboard the silver bird, departing gate 19.
Satisfy your Walter Mitty mind, tryin' out a dream.
Your sign is Capricorn and every corner of your mind,
Says you'll remain my friend, my friend until your mine.

Silver bird, fly my lady away,
Silver bird, take her over the bay,
Silver bird, give my lady a ride,

And let her go see what's on the other side.
Silver bird, fly my lady away,
Pretty bird, today is the day.

Lone rangers and strangers will knock at her door,
But I know my baby's no baby no more.
Silver bird, fly my lady away.
Pretty bird, today is the day.

When you come home my crazy heart will greet those silver wings.
Your pet dog will remember you, and I'll carry your things.
We'll catch a runnin' make-up, and you will look just fine,
And you'll remain my friend, my friend until you're mine.

Silver bird, fly my lady away.
Silver bird, take her over the bay.
Silver bird, give my lady a ride,
And let her go see what's on the other side.

Silver bird, fly my lady away.
Pretty bird, today is the day.


Overall Meaning

The song "Silver Bird" by Paul Revere & The Raiders is a catchy tune that tells the story of a man who has fallen for a woman who is adventurous and always looking for new experiences. He encourages her to take a chance and try something new by getting aboard a plane and flying away on a new adventure. The lyrics suggest that the woman may have a Walter Mitty-like personality which leads her to dream about what is possible, but not act on those dreams. Her horoscope sign is Capricorn which may imply that she is reliable and stable but the man wants to see her break out of her routine and explore new opportunities. He promises that when she returns, he will welcome her back with open arms and continue to be friends until she realizes that they are meant to be together.


The song captures the feeling of the 1960s with its upbeat melody and catchy lyrics. The use of the "silver bird" as a metaphor for an airplane was a common theme in the era, as air travel was becoming more accessible and affordable for people. The idea of exploring new places and having new experiences was a popular concept for young people at the time, and the song "Silver Bird" captures this idea perfectly. The use of the lyrics "pretty bird, today is the day" serves as a reminder to live in the moment and make the most of life's opportunities.


Line by Line Meaning

Get aboard the silver bird, departing gate 19.
Board the airplane at gate 19.


Satisfy your Walter Mitty mind, tryin' out a dream.
Fulfill your fantasy of trying something new.


Your sign is Capricorn and every corner of your mind,
You align with the zodiac sign Capricorn and are constantly thinking.


Says you'll remain my friend, my friend until your mine.
Believe that we will be friends until we become romantically involved.


Silver bird, fly my lady away,
Airplane, take my lady on a journey.


Silver bird, take her over the bay,
Airplane, travel with my lady over the bay.


Silver bird, give my lady a ride,
Airplane, let my lady travel in comfort.


And let her go see what's on the other side.
Let her experience new things on her journey.


Lone rangers and strangers will knock at her door,
Unknown people will try to get her attention when she returns.


But I know my baby's no baby no more.
But I know my girlfriend is mature and can handle herself.


When you come home my crazy heart will greet those silver wings.
When you return, my passionate heart will welcome you and the airplane.


Your pet dog will remember you, and I'll carry your things.
Your dog will remember you, and I'll carry your luggage.


We'll catch a runnin' make-up, and you will look just fine,
We'll quickly put on makeup and you'll look great.


And you'll remain my friend, my friend until you're mine.
You'll continue to be my friend, but I'm hoping for more.


Pretty bird, today is the day.
Airplane, today is the day to fly and make a memorable journey.


Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BRIAN J. CULBERTSON, JEFF JARVIS

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