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”
God bless the child who can't find their way home
God bless the child who is weary and so
Oh
Beware to take care of yourself
Or you'll lack the strength to help somebody else
God bless the child who is broken and bruised
God bless the child who just wants to be good
Oh
Beware to take care of yourself
Or you'll lack the strength to help somebody else
So take care
So take care of yourself
Oh
Beware to take care of yourself
Or you'll lack the strength to help somebody else
So take care
Take care of yourself
God bless the child who is weary and so
Oh
Beware to take care of yourself
Or you'll lack the strength to help somebody else
God bless the child who is broken and bruised
God bless the child who just wants to be good
Oh
Beware to take care of yourself
Or you'll lack the strength to help somebody else
So take care
So take care of yourself
Oh
Beware to take care of yourself
Or you'll lack the strength to help somebody else
So take care
Take care of yourself
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