About the Song
More Than a Feeling: A Journey Through Time With Boston
Close your eyes for a moment. Imagine the year is 1976. The air is alive with the sounds of change, a new musical era dawning. And then, it hits you – a soaring guitar riff, followed by the unmistakable voice of Tom Scholz, leading you into a world of pure, unadulterated rock and roll. This is Boston, and this is More Than a Feeling.
More Than a Feeling is more than just a song; it’s a journey through time, a powerful reminder of a generation’s hopes and dreams. It’s the sound of summer nights spent cruising down Main Street, the feeling of first love blooming under the summer sun, and the bittersweet joy of memories that linger long after they’ve faded.
Scholz, the mastermind behind Boston, crafted a masterpiece in this song. His innovative use of multi-tracking, layering his own vocals and guitars to create a wall of sound, was a revelation in the world of rock music. But it’s not just the technical prowess that makes More Than a Feeling so enduring. It’s the sheer emotion poured into every note, every lyric.
The song’s opening line, “Just a small town girl on a big city street,” instantly transports you to a specific time and place. You can practically feel the hustle and bustle of the city, the excitement and uncertainty of a young woman chasing her dreams. And then, the chorus hits you, a wave of pure, unadulterated emotion:
It’s more than a feeling (more than a feeling)
When I hear that old song they used to play (more than a feeling)
And I begin dreaming (more than a feeling)
‘Til I see Marianne walk away I see my Marianne walking away
These lines resonate with anyone who has ever felt the power of music to evoke memories and emotions. The song becomes a bridge to the past, transporting you back to a time of innocence and love.
But More Than a Feeling isn’t just a nostalgic ballad. It’s also a celebration of life, of the joy and beauty that surrounds us every day. The instrumental break, with its soaring guitars and driving rhythm section, is an exhilarating reminder that even in the midst of life’s challenges, there’s always reason to hope and to believe.
So, the next time you hear More Than a Feeling, take a moment to close your eyes and let the music wash over you. Allow yourself to be transported back to a simpler time, a time filled with hope and possibility. And remember, it’s more than just a song; it’s a feeling. And that feeling is timeless.