The Light At The End Of The Line

The Light At The End Of The Line
A film by Peter Cunningham
Lyric:
(Janis Ian)
It’s the end of the line
and I know it’s been rough
Oh, but time after time,
it was always enough
You were there when I laughed
You were there when I cried
You are there as I tell you “Good-bye”
It’s the end of the line
and whatever they say,
I was yours, you were mine
Just a heartbeat away
Close enough to be kissed
Far enough to be missed
From the cradle to silver and grey
In due time, there will be
someone else who will see
all the good in your heart,
even though we’re apart
Oh, how I’ve loved your heart
In the blink of an eye,
all that’s left is the past
and the memories fade
‘til there’s silence, at last
But the song will remember
The spark will still shine
It’s the light at the end of the line
There’s a light at the end of the line
THE LIGHT AT THE END OF THE LINE
It's the end of the line, and I know it's been rough
Oh but time after time, it was always enough
You were there when I laughed, you were there when I cried
You are there as I tell you goodbye
It's the end of the line, and whatever they say
I was yours, you were mine - just a heartbeat away
Close enough to be kissed, far enough to be missed
From the cradle to silver and gray
In due time there will be someone else who will see
all the good in your heart, even though we're apart
Oh, how I loved your heart
In the blink of an eye, all that's left is the past
and the memories fade 'til there's silence at last
but the song still remembers, the spark will still shine
It's the light at the end of the line
There's a light at the end of the line
From the Grammy nominated album "The Light At the End of the Line". Words & music by Janis Ian. Photographs by Peter Cunningham; portrait by Gerard Viveiros
Additional photo by Merka Oser Fletcher
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[@susanrobinson408]

Tears streaming down my face. You were the singer of my young adulthood. I got through so many things with the lyrics of your songs. Thank you, dear Janis, for your lifetime of work and giving of yourself to us. May you go forward with our love ringing in your ears.

[@miriamgelfer9710]

Thank you, Janis, for being a light for so many of us. Your guitar playing, your lyrics, and incredible voice have expressed what we feel but could never find the words… ❤

[@TheVernon52]

In her career, she rose to the level of one of our best songwriters and solo performers. I can't express how deeply her music has touched my heart over the years( I'm 65), but I can tell you that I think and feel she is in the top 10 best songwriters of all time. That's says a lot, and I've listened to quite a wide range of them over those 65 years. She's that good in my opinion.

[@ellenmassaro3252]

Thank you Janis, for every note, each line of your beautiful gift. You mean so much to so many of us. I, for one, am eternally grateful.

[@franciscoaraujo2646]

I am a 30yo Brazilian who discovered your work three years ago while watching Nina Simone videos. I came across your comment on a song called 'Stars,' where you mentioned that you wrote it. I was amazed and began to follow your work. I feel blessed to be able to access your lyrics; they are deep and beautiful. I just want to express my gratitude for your art. Thank you!

[@GUITARSGIZMOS]

I listened a lot to you growing up Janis. You're a big part of the soundtrack to my life. Your album "Between the lines" was always in the top 10 on repeat on my turntable. I'm listening to "In the Winter "as I'm writing. Wow, does that take me back. What great lyrics and fab music to go.There is something magical about these memories. I still really treasure it. Thank you for the beautiful times and the memories. Cheers from Norway, Thor 😘

[@dominiquemuskad768]

Vos chansons, Janis ont toujours visé juste en plein milieu de mon cœur, alors lorsque je suis triste jy retrouve comme une sœur. Merci !

[@mayaamis8930]

Thank you, Janis, for everything. I've been a fan since nearly the beginning, and your eloquent songs have been an important part of my personal soundtrack.

[@JFCG]

You're cool - you're beautiful - you're gentle on the ears - you're a soothing soul - you're talented - you're a BLESSING ---- I could - go on an on. I just read that you are having throat problems of some sort - and may not be able to sing (?) ---- That is regrettable. sad... - But do know that the body of work that you've done will live on for generations and positively impact many! YOU ARE A LIGHT at the end of the line. The LORD bless you and keep you!

[@PhoebeFayRuthLouise]

Thank you for singing with a beauty and honesty that always moves me!

[@carolineschaillee3180]

Ty. "The good in your heart ...oh how I loved your heart " You carried me through pivitol moments of sadness and also through and across bridges of change and well being.

[@ChristieCarverSinger]

You voice is just as perfect as it always was. Your music is timeless. Thank you for being fabulous you.

[@lindastraub4239]

This is one of the most beautiful and soul touching songs I have ever heard. Thank you Janis for sharing it with all of us.

[@aliciaa.williamsed.d.9436]

Janis, You will always be there. In my head and in my heart. I wish you joy, my friend. ✨️🪷✨️

[@MultiMaggs]

Thanks for all the beautiful music. You are part of the soundtrack of my life.

[@joycecattanach4002]

Beautiful. Thank you. Please come back to Glasgow, I was going to go to the cancelled concert so I've never seen you live or met you, just come for a holiday. You have given so much already. 💖🎼🎶🤗 xxx

[@brantjackson]

Hello 👋.. How are you doing today? Start your week with an amazing smile

[@gwynnielsen5081]

Janis's songs are so beautiful, so heartrending, so relatable.

[@katht.gileno8823]

A writer's writer, so brilliant! 🌹 Thank you! 🙏

[@jeanp.1303]

Your light will shine on forever. Thanks for signing my Martin at the Tin Pan. 🫶🤗

[@marydistler6928]

Perfect. A life's long love song.

[@laftm1]

So, so beautiful. And thank you oh so much to the person who transcribed the lyrics here. Finally, someone who breaks the lines where they break in the song. That's how the feelings flow..........well, to me anyway. Love ya Janis.

[@marshy1950]

Janis, your song has made me cry. It brought all of my ended relationships to mind and made me so sad that they didn't work out. All I see is that I'm the common denominator in them all. So sad. Great song though, he said, getting back to the reason for posting.

[@katharinecybaez2340]

This is once More a wonderful love song You Wrote Janis Ian, the heart enchanting heartbreaking and heartkeeping way Love lives in Us. This is what Loves are and Beyond the End there Is The Light of memories and Everlasting Love that will shine, I still love JoanC.Baez, and I do Love You for being a Woman~Loving~Love , I wish You LOve to enlighten Your Way Katharine YBaez KAtharina Scharlowski Katharine C. InAOLoves

[@DennisSheaPRM]

I've always loved you and you are still an inspiration. Thank you.

[@jasonbrickman4537]

Wow this is my first time listening to her songs wow this beautiful ❤️❤️ Happy New Year Dennis 🎊 🎊

[@robinainsworth9270]

So beautiful.. You always were and are

[@waywardmusiclabel]

Gorgeous song and performance !

[@htarceno]

No words, only tears

[@cynthiapileggi7863]

🥲 Thank you and continued blessings

[@yokoat17]

とても気に入りました。 メロディラインが美しい楽曲です。

[@BUELAHandHEPZIBAH]

On you Janis ..you're a legend ..amazing balad

[@user-ec4ps7sb3q]

You are a beautiful artist! Thank you for sharing your talent!

[@justa335]

Janice Ian, Tracy Chapman. How fortunate am I to have listened to your music, thank you and thank you.

[@ShyMoonheart]

OMG this song and your voice are beyond beautiful. You had me in tears. God bless you. Thank you for all the years of your songs.

[@jarhead9690]

I have always had a crush on Janis, from the time I was 10 years old in 1975. Gorgeous lady with the voice of an angel!

[@gillbawden]

Beautiful.

[@charles958]

That, m'dear, is beautiful.

[@lynnemarriott8755]

Oh my days so beautiful 💜🎵

[@SnowWolf7]

Thank you for decades of songs that meant and mean so much.

[@johnsocrates4496]

Sensitive, exquisite sonic beauty.

[@colinboynton2043]

So beautiful - I cried.

[@Yarglish]

All I can say is : thank you for being you, and share that treasure with us !

[@chrismasuda9168]

This woman's music and lyrics make me glad to be a part of the human race.

[@veracoyne9903]

Love this video. Some great photos. Compliments the epic tune.

[@user-cn2ws9we6r]

Thank you for beeing, writing, singing, playing, living!

[@mardebear2031]

We are so lucky to have you in our lives filled with diversity and challenges. You sing about it all. Thank you!

[@allisonstephani5451]

Thank you for a lifetime of joy.

[@adolfogarcia9677]

Extraordinary artist, love her music. God Blessed you🌹

[@margaretgacki]

A beautiful film by Peter Cunningham for a beautiful song. Quite a few pics of Janis I'd not seen before. It would be cool to see a pic of Peter when you met him. 😎💞🙏🏼

[@fredmanheck1572]

I am so grateful I found you at 15, Janis. I actually saw you once, but I have heard you many times. Your voice lives on. Your songs live on. Your love lives on. Thank you Dear.

[@jenniluking5074]

so wonderful. reminds me of when I had to say goodbye to my twin sister.

[@patrichmond7533]

Such beautiful lyrics

[@lindakonieczny9211]

Beautiful ❤❤❤, thank you for being there for us over the years. Know your beauty and talent are loved by many. X

[@lynnz8776]

I have been listening to you since the beginning of your career. I have been most of your CDs and albums. I have been lucky enough to have seen you multiple times in concert. I thank you for sharing your beautiful gift with us all. Sharing so much of yourself. While I know it is not the end of the line for you,... just the start of something else.. .What ever it is.. whatever you do.. enjoy it fully! Bless you and yours!

[@patkaufman2378]

Thank you! 💕 I can’t believe this isn’t on the tip of everyone's tongue...what a wonderful message of life and light that go on forever...

[@miabellajenny]

I have no words to describe how much I appreciate you and your wonderful talents.

[@anitasmith2882]

Thank you for sharing your art and always teaching us.

[@earthart2010]

I don’t know what to say. Everything I think of pails in comparison to what you have meant to me through the years. “You were mine, I was yours”❤️ Thank you for your generosity, your spirit. Peace and love to you.

[@brookspayne8383]

Thank you.🌷

[@davidobrien4209]

That brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for your music, your gift to our world.

[@paulinetaylor451]

Thank you. Powerful and beautiful music and words throughout my life. I am so grateful to you for being you and sharing your gifts with us. xxxx

[@brittlizzzzzz]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@speakercam]

Thank you for your honesty, courage, wisdom and humanity, Your voice and words nourished our souls.

[@mikedaviot854]

Sublime. Thank you for all the glorious words and music.

[@lindakennedy3251]

Brava, and thanks.

[@IreneYoungFoto]

Breathtaking, Janis. Well done, Peter.

[@inyegomontoya8261]

Thank you Janis. Looking forward to seeing where your creative juices lead you from here... Peace.

[@jenikennedy1033]

I have always Loved you and your songs, Janis. You gave me a high five once when you played at Poor David's Pub on Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX. I still have some of your albums and you have a special holder for your CD's. With Love, Jeni Kennedy

[@brendagoldfarb253]

Beautiful!

[@lyonheart84]

Beautiful 🤩

[@whiskey6actual]

much love over the years

[@TA-xs3zl]

That is amazingly beautiful. I saw that you posted this the other day, of FB, but just got back to listen . I just learned today that a friend passed, and this touched my heart. Thank you for sharing your gift with the world.

[@rokus100]

Fantastic song, thanks for all the music

[@rainbowkeys711]

Simply gorgeous.

[@SophiaFletcherMusic]

Magnificent as always! 💓💛🌹💚🌹💛💓

[@ullahoo]

So beautiful! You made my life so much better! ❤❤❤❤

[@jackywarman9614]

Beautiful - thank you!

[@orchplayers]

I was just CAPTIVATED for 3:03! Just a powerful and heartfelt song, performance, and video. Thank you for everything, Janis. ♥

[@CarlDavidBirman]

Very nice!

[@dsveo]

Beautiful

[@lucysalomons]

❤️❤️❤️

[@ellenmichaels9706]

AMAZING song!

[@BUELAHandHEPZIBAH]

Love your voice

[@Allen2saint]

Exquisite craft, Janis. Your art is eternal.

[@darlafrakes8833]

bravo

[@creamade3235]

❤

[@mikemestas9835]

no Janis say hello to

[@Neilmoth1]

Beautiful.

[@rockandrollgrandpa]

Beautiful.