Lyric discussion by SweetCheeks2 

I have never liked Petty's voice, but I've always liked this track. Obviously flying is not literal. It's about learning to fly (be independent, I suppose) and all the ups and downs that go along with being free. Sometimes you soar and other times you flop, but it's a great feeling to know that it's within you to either make the most of your life or die trying:)

I'd rather step on my own lips then ever compliment you-but that's really a good p.o.v.I agree with it,also I've never cared for Petty's voice-he always sounded too much like Bob Dylan to me.

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