Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: psych-rock
Song Meaning of “Shaman’s Blues” by The Doors
“Shaman’s Blues” by The Doors is an ethereal and atmospheric exploration of healing and the human search for spiritual awakening. The song opens with a melodic mantra of “Come on, come on, come on ride the train,” beckoning the listener to set aside their daily trips and worries and to experience something greater. The accessible lyrics speak of a shaman, teachers of ancient wisdom, calling us as we wander in our search for guidance – “To find out what’s behind the door / Come close, listen more and explore.”
In the chorus, the lyric “A mystery of love in the age of thunder” speaks to a universal truth that the need for love and understanding will pervade even in a time of upheaval. The lyrics seem to indicate that the shaman can provide that answer, albeit shrouded in mysterious knowledge. As the song progresses, Jim Morrison’s hopeful vocals promise a spiritual journey of self-discovery:
“So fly away, fly away, high away, high away / Back to the source, follow the course of the river.”
These words suggest an approach to healing that moves beyond the “ride the train” lifestyles of our modern world to an enlightened, spiritual self-healing that seeks to connect with a higher power.