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This article is about the 1977 song by Kansas. For the 1986 movie by Hou Hsiao-hsien, see Dust in the Wind (film). " Dust in the Wind " is a song recorded by American progressive rock band Kansas and written by band member Kerry Livgren, first released on their 1977 album Point of Know Return .
- "Paradox"
- January 16, 1978
- July 1977
- Soft rock
[Verse 1] I close my eyes. Only for a moment and the moment's gone. All my dreams. Pass before my eyes, a curiosity. [Refrain] Dust in the wind. All they are is dust in the wind....
Apr 6, 2024 · Jeff Glixman. The lyrics of “Dust In The Wind” paint a picture of the transience of life and the impermanence of all things. The song starts with the line “I close my eyes, only for a moment and the moment’s gone.”. This powerful imagery emphasizes the fleeting nature of existence and how quickly time passes us by.
- Donna Delaney
Learn about the origin, meaning and impact of the 1977 hit song "Dust In The Wind" by Kansas, which was inspired by a Native American poem and a book of Christian poetry. Find out how the song was written, recorded and covered by various artists and media.
