About The Song
In 1965, amidst the burgeoning British Invasion and the folk revival, the Bee Gees released a song that showcased a different side of their musicality. “Follow the Wind” wasn’t a dancefloor stomper, but a gentle, introspective ballad that whispered tales of youthful yearning and the open road.
Released as the B-side to their single “Wine and Women,” “Follow the Wind” initially flew under the radar. But for those who discovered it, the song became a hidden gem. It embodied a simpler time, when acoustic guitars and heartfelt harmonies were the currency of teenage dreams.
The song opens with a soft strum of acoustic chords, setting the stage for Barry and Robin Gibb’s signature vocals. Their voices, not yet reaching the soaring heights they would later achieve, possess a youthful charm, a vulnerability that resonates with anyone who has ever felt the world stretching out before them, full of possibilities. The lyrics paint a picture of a young man leaving behind the familiar and venturing into the unknown, guided only by the whispers of the wind.
“Follow the Wind” is not a song of grand pronouncements or dramatic declarations. It’s a quiet conversation with oneself, a reflection on the freedom and uncertainty that comes with chasing dreams. It’s a song that lingers long after the last note fades, a gentle reminder of the wanderlust and optimism that often defines our youth. So, put on your headphones, close your eyes, and let the Bee Gees transport you back to a time of simpler melodies and wide-eyed wonder, a time to “Follow the Wind.”