Hawkwind：Meaning of Wings Songmeaning

In the song "Wings" by Hawkwind, the lyrics describe the tragic effects of industrialization on the environment and wildlife. The speaker recalls a time when birds freely soared through the skies, singing their melodic tunes to the morning dew. But now, their delicate wings are coated in oil, trapping them in cages unable to fly. The once-beautiful symphony of their songs has been silenced by the noise and pollution of modern human society. The birds are unable to rise above the "poisoned ground" and their melodies cannot be heard above the din of industry. "Wings" is a powerful plea for environmental awareness and conservation, urging us to consider the impact of our actions on the natural world.