Empty words falling on ears which have never heard
Hollow lies, comin’ from lost, hung up and lonely guys
Through the night, make a sight
Other rider looks so true
Sinnin’, spinnin’, tales of Lucy Blue
Piercing smile filling her face for a little while,
Closin’ door, leaving the heart open and wounded more
Gone away, lonely day
Turning gray with no clue
Faking, making, tales of Lucy Blue, oh oh oh
Restless night longing for love beneath the neon light
Desperate hands reachin’ for someone who’ll understand
Stroll around, through the town
Lost and found, when it’s due
Sellin’, tellin’, tales of Lucy Blue
Yeah Lucy Blue one or two
Just for you hey yeah
Tales of Lucy Blue
Exploring the Melancholy of ‘Tales Of Lucy Blue’
“Tales Of Lucy Blue” by Bob Seger paints a vivid portrait of longing, loneliness, and emotional vulnerability. The lyrics introduce listeners to characters who spin stories and chase fleeting connections, all under the shadow of heartache and unmet needs. The recurring figure of Lucy Blue serves as a symbol of elusive love, drawing in those who are searching for meaning or comfort, yet often leaving them more wounded and lost. Seger’s poetic narrative captures late-night restlessness and the universal desire for genuine understanding, using evocative imagery like neon lights and empty streets to highlight the ache of solitude.
Song Credits
Artist: Bob Seger
Songwriter: Bob Seger
Release Year: 1971
Label: Capitol Records