Because the lyrics are poetic and somewhat vague, several theories have emerged over the decades:
: Some speculate it refers to the death of a former bandmate, though there is no official confirmation of this. The Official Video Style Electric Light Orchestra - Livin' Thing (Official Video)
Despite the song's grand, cinematic sound, frontman has revealed that the "livin' thing" he initially wrote about was actually a bout of food poisoning . Because the lyrics are poetic and somewhat vague,
Because the lyrics are poetic and somewhat vague, several theories have emerged over the decades:
: Some speculate it refers to the death of a former bandmate, though there is no official confirmation of this. The Official Video Style
Despite the song's grand, cinematic sound, frontman has revealed that the "livin' thing" he initially wrote about was actually a bout of food poisoning .