Dweller on the Threshold

Van Morrison

About Dweller on the Threshold

"Dweller on the Threshold" is a song written by Northern Irish singer-songwriter Van Morrison and first released on his 1982 album, Beautiful Vision. It was released as a single on the B-Side in 1982 with the instrumental "Scandinavia" as the "A" tune. Another release in 1984 had a live version of "Dweller on the Threshold" as the A-Side.


Year:
1984
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I'm a dweller on the threshold
And I'm waiting at the door
And I'm standing in the darkness
I don't want to wait no more 

I have seen without perceiving
I have been another man
Let me pierce the realm of glamor
So I know just what I am 

I'm a dweller on the threshold
And I'm waiting at the door
And I'm standing in the darkness
I don't want to wait no more 

Feel the angel of the present
In the mighty crystal fire
Lift me up consume my darkness
Let me travel even higher 

I'm a dweller on the threshold
As I cross the burning ground
Let me go down to the water
Watch the great illusion drown 

I'm a dweller on the threshold
And I'm waiting at the door
And I'm standing in the darkness
I don't want to wait no more 

I'm gonna turn and face the music
The music of the spheres
Lift me up consume my darkness 
When the midnight disappears 

I will walk out of the darkness
And I'll walk into the light
And I'll sing the song of ages
And the dawn will end the night 

I'm a dweller on the threshold 
And I'm waiting at the door
And I'm standing in the darkness
I don't want to wait no more 

I'm a dweller on the threshold
And I cross some burning ground
And I'll go down to the water
Let the great illusion drown 

I'm a dweller on the threshold
And I'm waiting at the door
And I'm standing in the darkness
I don't want to wait no more 

I'm a dweller on the threshold
Dweller on the threshold
I'm a dweller on the threshold
I'm a dweller on the threshold

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Van Morrison

Van Morrison, OBE (born George Ivan Morrison; 31 August 1945) is a Northern Irish singer-songwriter and musician. His live performances at their best are described as transcendental, while some of his recordings, such as the studio albums Astral Weeks and Moondance and the live album It's Too Late to Stop Now, are critically acclaimed and appear at the top of many greatest album lists. more »

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Written by: HUGH DERMOT MURPHY, VAN MORRISON

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Artist Background
"Dweller on the Threshold" is a song by Northern Irish singer-songwriter Van Morrison. Born George Ivan Morrison, he has a prolific career spanning more than 50 years, known for his soulful voice and blend of rhythm and blues, jazz, country, and Celtic folk music.
Album Details
The track is taken from his 13th studio album "Beautiful Vision", released in February 1982. This album signalled a new musical direction for Morrison, incorporating elements of Celtic and spiritual music.
Inspiration
The song titles take their inspiration from metaphysical and spiritual themes. In fact, the term "Dweller on the Threshold" originates from occultism and is Frequently used in Theosophy.
Philosophical Themes
The "Dweller on the Threshold" is a hypothetical creature that represents all the collective negative energies, weaknesses or unfinished business within a person. Morrison's song seeks to explore this metaphorical struggle.
Song Credits
"Dweller on the Threshold" was written by Van Morrison and British musician Hugh Murphy, who often worked as a producer on Morrison's albums.
Musical Attributes
The song is known for its folk-rock tune, reinforcing themes of spirituality. The harpistry of 'Belfast Harp Orchestra' also finds a place in this song giving it a unique texture.
Popularity and Reception
The track received popularity after being used as the background score in an episode of the American TV series "Miami Vice" in 1984.
Live Performances
Morrison has performed "Dweller on the Threshold" in numerous concert settings over the years. The song is often incorporated into his live concert rotation, showcasing the singer's continuing affection for the track.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by other artists, including Barb Jungr in her 2014 album "Hard Rain", demonstrating its enduring popularity and influence.
Lyrics
The lyrics offer a reflection of Morrison's exploration with spirituality and metaphysical theories, the 'dweller' representing the subconscious fears that holds one back from spiritual awakening.

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