Prisoner Of The Road Lyrics
Sivert Høyem
Lyrics
When I go, I go alone
There ain't no one ever looking out for me
Just the sun, my own lean shadow
And the wind out among the trees
Home, it's far beyond long lost horizons
Home I'll never see
For I'll be a prisoner of the road
And I hold no key that will ever set me free
Most humbly on my bending knee
I'm begging you to help me, please
For I'm a prisoner of the road
And I hold no key, I hold no key that will ever set me free
Song & Lyrics Facts
"Prisoner of the Road" is a song by Norwegian singer-songwriter Sivert Høyem. It was released on May 10, 2002 as the lead single from his debut studio album Prisoner of the Road (2002).
The track was written and produced by Sivert Høyem himself, with additional production from Knut Schreiner. "Prisoner of the Road" features Sivert Høyem's signature bluesy rock sound, backed by a full band consisting of drums, bass, guitar, piano and organ. The lyrics tell a story of a man who has been wandering for years, searching for something that he can never find. The single became an instant hit in Norway, reaching number one on the singles chart. It also gained international recognition and was featured on various radio stations around Europe. The success of the single propelled the release of the album Prisoner of the Road which went on to become one of the most successful albums of the decade in Norway. The album's success has since made Sivert Høyem one of the most respected artists in the country, known for his heartfelt and poetic lyrics.