Never Comes the Day

The Moody Blues

About Never Comes the Day

"Never Comes the Day" is a 1969 single by the progressive rock band the Moody Blues. It was written by band member Justin Hayward, and was the only single released from their 1969 album On the Threshold of a Dream. The song was edited from the album version of 4:43 down to 2:42. The single edit omits the second verse and simply goes into the longer chorus after the first verse. A similar edit was done on the Justin Hayward/John Lodge (Blue Jays) song "I Dreamed Last Night", but that version ends cold. Despite the fact that the album was a number-one hit in the UK, "Never Comes the Day" was a commercial flop as a single, and did not chart in the UK. The single also included Mike Pinder's "So Deep Within You," another track from the same album, on the B-side. 


Year:
1974
4:39
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Work away today, work away tomorrow.
Never comes the day for my love and me.
I feel her gently sighing as the evening slips away.
If only you knew what's inside of me now
You wouldn't want to know me somehow,
But
You will love me tonight,
We alone will be alright,
In the end.

Give just a little bit more
Take a little bit less
From each other tonight
Admit what you're feeling
And see what's in front of you,
It's never out of your sight.
You know it's true,
We all know that it's true.

Work away today, think about tomorrow
Never comes the day for my love and me.
I feel her gently sighing as the evening slips away.
If only you knew what's inside of me now
You wouldn't want to know me somehow,
But
You will love me tonight,
We alone will be alright,
In the end.

Give just a little bit more
Take a little bit less
From each other tonight
Admit what you're feeling
And see what's in front of you,
It's never out of your sight.
You know it's true,
We all know that it's true.

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The Moody Blues

The Moody Blues are an English rock band. Among their innovations was a fusion with classical music, most notably in their 1967 album Days of Future Passed. more »

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Written by: JUSTIN HAYWARD

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10 facts about this song

Album Association
"Never Comes the Day" is a track on The Moody Blues' third album "On the Threshold of a Dream", released in the 1969.
Primary Composer
This song was primarily composed by Justin Hayward, the band’s lead singer and songwriter.
Sound Composition
"Never Comes the Day" features traditional rock and roll elements along with strings and flute, showcasing the band's progressive and symphonic rock style.
Single Release
The song was released as a single in the United States, but did not feature as a single in the United Kingdom.
Chart Performance
Although the song itself did not chart, the album "On the Threshold of a Dream" entered UK charts at no.1 and the US charts at no.20, marking the band’s commercial success.
Noteworthy Lyrics
The song's lyrics carry a philosophical and introspective nature, characteristic of The Moody Blues' songs. The opening lines, "If only you knew what's inside of me now, You wouldn't want to know me somehow", highlight the introspected nature of the song.
Live Performances
"Never Comes the Day" was not regularly performed during the band's live concerts in the early 1970s. But it was later added to the setlist when Justin Hayward and John Lodge started to tour as a duo.
Song Meaning
There's a widely accepted interpretation that the song "Never Comes the Day" presents the band's views on success and the consequences that come with it.
Legacy
Despite not being their biggest hit, "Never Comes the Day" remains a fan favourite due to The Moody Blues' distinctive mix of classic and psychedelic style.
Earning Praise
The iconic Rolling Stone magazine called "Never Comes the Day" an "excellent single", praising Justin Hayward's tenor and songwriting abilities.

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