Into The Mystic: Van Morrison’s Soulful Journey

Van Morrison’s Into The Mystic, from his 1970 album Moondance, is a timeless blend of soul, folk, and jazz that captivates with its spiritual depth and poetic beauty.

Released as a single in 1971, the song’s lush instrumentation, with soft horns, acoustic strums, and a warm bassline, creates a dreamy soundscape that feels like sailing into a foggy, mystical sea.

Morrison’s raw, emotive voice sings of love, transcendence, and a return to something primal, with lyrics like “We were born before the wind” evoking an eternal connection.

The song’s power lies in its ambiguity. It’s both a love letter to a partner and a quest for the divine, open to interpretation yet deeply personal.

Recorded in a few takes at A&R Studios in New York, its organic feel still resonates, covered by artists like Johnny Rivers and Joe Cocker but never surpassed.

Watch the accompanying video to drift into Morrison’s soulful world, where the mystic beckons.