A Thousand Shadows

The Seeds

About A Thousand Shadows

"A Thousand Shadows" (sometimes written "1000 Shadows") is a song by American rock group The Seeds, written by vocalist Sky Saxon, keyboardist Daryl Hooper, and guitarist Jan Savage. Produced by Marcus Tybalt, it was released as a single in 1967 and peaked at number 72 on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100 chart.


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1998
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Lost in your dreams...
(I did it all for her, my flower child)
Lost in your dreams
Said the ride's so long and the nights so black
A thousand shadows can never look back
You're flying off toward an isle of dreams
And now you're lost, and lonely it seems
Said there's a dreammaker in every corner
JUst waitin' to weave a web of sin
Said better watch yourself, little girl
I said better keep away from him
I said the rides so long and the night's so black
A thousand shadows can never turn back

[CHORUS:]
I said, run, little girl just as fast as you can
Run like the wind
Said, run, little girl just as fast as you can
Run away from him ahhhhhhhh
I lost the heart I had before
And now my spirit can't cross the door
Oh what can I do, I made a mistake
But know I know, I know it's too late
I said ah ah ahhhh
I've tried so hard, now I'm lost again
I didn't listen to what they say
And now I'm losing, I've lost my way
The road so black and the night's so dark
A thousand shadows can never turn back
I said ah ah ahhhh
The ride, the ride, the ride's so long
The night, the night, the night's so black
Ah ah ah ah child child child child child

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Written by: HOOPER, SAVAGE, SAXON

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10 facts about this song

Band Formation
"The Seeds" was a rock band that was formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1965. The band consisted of vocalist Sky Saxon, guitarist Jan Savage, keyboardist Daryl Hooper, and drummer Rick Andridge.
Genre
The band is known for its raw, uncompromising sound that has been classified as garage rock, acid rock, and psychedelic rock. "A Thousand Shadows" is a fine blend of these genres.
Album Release
The song "A Thousand Shadows" was included in the band's third studio album "Future" which was released in 1967.
Music Style
Unlike some of the Seeds' more straightforward garage rock songs, "A Thousand Shadows" features a more complex structure and layered production. This style reflected the musical trend at the time when rock music began incorporating more advanced composition techniques and studio effects.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics of "A Thousand Shadows" are somewhat cryptic and have an eerie feel to them, which are in line with the band's overall psychedelic image.
Band Controversy
Despite being a successful part of the garage rock scene during their active years, the Seeds disbanded in 1972 due to singer Sky Saxon joining a religious group, the Source Family, that renounced material possessions.
Posthumous Recognition
"A Thousand Shadows" and the Seeds' music overall have gained more recognition in recent years, with their songs being covered by modern bands and featured in television shows and commercials.
Influence on Other Artists
The Seeds inspired many other rock artists with their raw sound and rebellious image. Famous musician Iggy Pop has praised the band and stated that they influenced his music.
Members' Fate
After the Seeds' dissolution, Sky Saxon released occasional solo records while the other members largely retired from music. Saxon passed away in 2009.
Continued Legacy
Despite its initial lack of commercial success, "A Thousand Shadows," like much of the Seeds' music, has become a cult classic among fans of garage rock and psychedelic rock. Today, it is appreciated for the innovative music style it introduced during the time period.

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