Overall about difficult moments of disappointment and vulnerability. Having hope and longing, while remaining optimistic for the future. Encourages the belief that with each new morning there is a chance for things to improve.
The chorus offers a glimmer of optimism and a chance at a resolution and redemption in the future.
Captures the rollercoaster of emotions of feeling lost while loving someone who is not there for you, feeling let down and abandoned while waiting for a lover. Lost with no direction, "Now I'm up in the air with the rain in my hair, Nowhere to go, I can go anywhere"
The bridge shows signs of longing and a plea for companionship. The Lyrics express a desire for authentic connection and the importance of Loving someone just as they are. "Just in passing, I'm not asking. That you be anyone but you”
Following your head might be a long, long road to nowhere
Don't dwell on the past
You've got to find the strength to lead you
Hear my words now
Suffer with me
Drown in despair
Set yourself free
Underneath your skin is there enough to keep you breathing?
I drew my own blood another life through this transfusion
Born again in time you're not alone in what you're feeling
Don't dwell on the past
You've got to find the strength to lead you
Hear my words now
Suffer with me
Drown in despair
Set yourself free
Underneath your skin is there enough to keep you breathing?
I drew my own blood another life through this transfusion
Born again in time you're not alone in what you're feeling
Lyrics submitted by black_cow_of_death
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