Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

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Mystic Eyes

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

Lyrics

[Intro]
Yeah
Whoa oh oh
Oh, people
You make me feel so good
Well, I just wanna know, I just wanna know, I just wanna know
If you'll go with me, people
I'm going down a road I've never been down before
I need to know if you'll go with me, people

[Verse 1]
I remember
Us walkin'
Down an old dirt road
I remember
Down by the old graveyard
Oh, and the sky was blue
And the wind was hot
And you looked so good
Yeah, and I gazed into
Your mystic eyes

[Chorus 1]
Your mystic eyes
Your mystic eyes
[Chorus 1]
Mystic eyes
Your mystic eyes

[Verse 2]
I remember
Us ridin'
In the open rain
We were hiding
From the world
Alive
Oh, and you looked so good
And you felt so nice
Standing there
And I looked into
Your mystic eyes

[Chorus 1]
Your mystic eyes
Your mystic eyes

[Verse 3]
Oh, and I called your name
And you looked at me
And you cured my soul
Yeah, they looked at me
Underneath the sky, we go
Oh, and what could I do?
What could I do?
What could I do?
What could I do but trust you, baby?
Oh, what could I do?
What could I do?
What could I do?
What could I do but trust you, baby?
Yeah, I gaze into
Your mystic eyes
Yes, I gaze into
Your mystic eyes
[Bridge]
And I thought to myself
Wouldn't it be great
Wouldn't it be great if just for one moment
Everything was alright
If for just one moment, one moment in time
Where everything
Was alright

[Verse 4]
Oh, and I would give that to you, baby
I would give you a moment
Yeah, where everything
Is alright
A moment where everything's good
Everything's safe
Everything's warm
Well, where everything
Is alright

[Chorus 2]
Whoa
Whoa oh oh
Whoa
Whoa oh oh
Play the piano, play the piano
[Verse 5]
Oh, and what could I do?
What could I do?
What could I do?
What could I do but love you, baby?
Oh, and what could I do?
What could I do?
What could I do?
What could I do but love you, baby?
Yeah, I gaze into
Your mystic eyes
Yeah, I gaze into
Your mystic eyes

[Chorus 1]
Mystic eyes
Mystic eyes

[Chorus 1]
Mystic eyes
Mystic eyes

[Chorus 1]
Your mystic eyes
Your mystic eyes

[Chorus 2]
Whoa
Whoa oh oh
Yeah

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If you haven't listened to "Mystic Eyes" by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers before, you're in for a treat. This song is a rock and roll classic with a driving beat and catchy lyrics that will have you singing along in no time.

About Mystic Eyes

Released in 1979, "Mystic Eyes" is a standout track from Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' album "You're Gonna Get It!". The song was written and produced by Petty and his bandmates Mike Campbell and Benmont Tench, and features Petty's signature gritty vocals and Campbell's electrifying guitar riffs.

The song kicks off with a powerful drumbeat and a riff from Campbell's guitar that sets the tone for the rest of the track. Petty's vocals then come in, declaring that he's got "mystic eyes" that can see right through someone. The lyrics are cryptic and suggest that the singer has some kind of special insight or power.

The chorus is one of the most memorable parts of the song. Petty sings, "I wanna know, won't you tell me? Am I in love to stay?" The lyrics suggest that the singer is trying to figure out if his feelings for someone are real or just a passing infatuation.

The song's bridge features a guitar solo from Campbell that is sure to get your heart pumping. The solo is full of energy and showcases Campbell's incredible talent as a guitarist.

The song then builds back up to the chorus, with Petty's passionate vocals driving the track forward. The lyrics remain cryptic but suggest that the singer is still trying to figure out his feelings and what he should do next.

"Mystic Eyes" is a fantastic example of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' unique sound. The song is a blend of rock, blues, and folk influences that come together to create a sound that is uniquely their own.

If you're a fan of rock and roll, you owe it to yourself to give "Mystic Eyes" a listen. This song is a classic that has stood the test of time and is still as compelling today as it was when it was first released over 40 years ago.