Carry on Wayward Son

Kansas

About Carry on Wayward Son

"Carry On Wayward Son" is a single recorded by Kansas and written by Kerry Livgren for their 1976 album Leftoverture. In 1977, the song peaked at No. 11 on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming their first top 20 entry in the nation. The song was certified Gold by the RIAA on December 18, 1990.


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1978
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Carry on my wayward son
For there'll be peace when you are done
Lay your weary head to rest
Don't you cry no more

Once I rose above the noise and confusion
Just to get a glimpse beyond the illusion
I was soaring ever higher, but I flew too high
Though my eyes could see I still was a blind man
Though my mind could think I still was a mad man
I hear the voices when I'm dreamin', I can hear them say

Carry on my wayward son
For there'll be peace when you are done
Lay your weary head to rest
Don't you cry no more

Masquerading as a man with a reason
My charade is the event of the season
And if I claim to be a wise man, it surely means that I don't know
On a stormy sea of moving emotion
Tossed about I'm like a ship on the ocean
I set a course for winds of fortune, but I hear the voices say

Carry on my wayward son
For there'll be peace when you are done
Lay your weary head to rest
Don't you cry no more

Carry on, you will always remember
Carry on, nothing equals the splendor
Now your life's no longer empty
Surely heaven waits for you

Carry on my wayward son
For there'll be peace when you are done
Lay your weary head to rest
Don't you cry no more

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Kansas

Kansas (i/ˈkænzəs/) is a U.S. state located in the Midwestern United States. It is named after the Kansas River which flows through it, which in turn was named after the Kansa Native American tribe, which inhabited the area. The tribe's name (natively kką:ze) is often said to mean "people of the wind" or "people of the south wind," although this was probably not the term's original meaning. Residents of Kansas are called "Kansans." For thousands of years what is now Kansas was home to numerous and diverse Native American tribes. Tribes in the Eastern part of the state generally lived in villages along the river valleys. Tribes in the Western part of the state were semi-nomadic and hunted large herds of bison. Kansas was first settled by European Americans in … more »

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Written by: Kerry Livgren

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10 facts about this song

Band Formation
"Carry on Wayward Son" was released by the American rock band, Kansas. The band was formed in the early 1970s and is hinged on progressive music.
Release Date & Album
The song was first released in 1976 and is included in the band's fourth studio album, "Leftoverture."
Chart Success
Upon its release, "Carry on Wayward Son" enjoyed significant success, peaking at No. 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 within the United States.
Song Inspiration
The song was reportedly written by keyboardist and songwriter Kerry Livgren as a reflection of his own spiritual journey.
Cultural Impact
The song has been heavily featured in pop culture, most notably in the television series "Supernatural," where it is often used in the season finale's recap segment.
Cover Versions
“Carry On Wayward Son” has been covered by numerous artists across different genres, reflecting its overall popularity and wide influence.
Guitar Solo
The song is famous for its distinctive guitar solo, considered one of the greatest in rock music.
Platinum Status
In 1990, more than a decade after its initial release, the song was certified Gold by the RIAA for over one million copies sold. Later in 2017, it achieved Platinum status for more than a million digital downloads.
Impact on Band's Career
The song is arguably Kansas' most popular track and catapulted the band into further fame, solidifying their place in classic rock history.
Live Performances
"Carry on Wayward Son" remains a staple in Kansas' live shows, often being used as the final number in concert, and continues to be loved by fans around the world.

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