Category: The Waterboys

The Whole of the Moon – Unlocking the Cosmic Vision in Song

In the pantheon of lyrically profound anthems, The Waterboys’ ‘The Whole of the Moon’ stands as a celestial beacon. Released in 1985, the song continues to echo through the chambers of the hearts of listeners, swooping them into realms of reflection and revelation.

The Whole of the Moon

“The Whole of the Moon” by The Waterboys

The phrase “the whole of the moon”, as used throughout this song, is actually an idiom. And the idea it is intended to symbolize is an individual’s uncanny ability to perceive the grand scheme...