Time for Me to Fly

Take off with REO Speedwagon's "Time for Me to Fly," the soaring rock anthem from 1978! This pop rock classic from You Can Tune a Piano... captures the bittersweet feeling of leaving a relationship to find personal freedom. An early, enduring REO hit!

Released in 1978 from REO Speedwagon's uniquely titled album You Can Tune a Piano, but You Can't Tuna Fish, "Time for Me to Fly" became one of the band's early signature rock hits. Written by Kevin Cronin, its blend of acoustic verses and powerful, melodic pop rock choruses showcased their evolving sound.

Featuring Kevin Cronin's heartfelt vocals expressing the pain and necessity of departure, "Time for Me to Fly" (1978) builds from a gentle acoustic base to a soaring rock arrangement. This pop rock track, with its themes of seeking independence, resonated with audiences and established REO Speedwagon as skilled creators of emotionally charged rock anthems.

SONG MEANING: Kevin Cronin wrote "Time for Me to Fly" about the difficult and painful decision to end a long-term relationship that is no longer working. The lyrics express the sadness of parting but also the realization that it's necessary for personal growth and freedom ("Time for me to fly / Oh, I've got to set myself free"), signifying a move towards independence.