Listen, there's music in the air
I heard your voice, coming from somewhere
But look how much we've grown
I guess I should have known

As the years go by, they take their toll on you
Think of all the things we wanted to do
And all the words we said yesterday
That's a long time ago
You didn't think I'd really go, now
Are you waiting? (I know why)
You're already saying goodbye
Are you ready? (I know why)

I see a little light, I know you will
I can see it in your eyes, I know you still care
But if you want me to go
You should just say so


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See a Little Light Lyrics as written by Bob Mould

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    Another great Bob song. I think this song is about opportunity, chance and the importance of making decisions and making things happen.
    DAS JETSon March 25, 2005   Link
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    This is a song about a guy who can read the writing on the wall and knows he's about to get dumped. And now that he "see's the light" he can accept it.
    peacefrogxon September 12, 2007   Link
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    It's a great song... judging by the lyrics I do agree about the guy seeing the writing on the wall however he still thinks his girlfriend still loves him by looking into her eyes (see a little light) and just wishes she says how she feels.
    Vinster4983on September 30, 2008   Link
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    *test*
    T_D_Phoenixon November 01, 2008   Link
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    To me, this song is not about a relationship with a romantic partner. He’s speaking to himself. The song is about him. “I can see it in your eyes” - he’s looking in the mirror.
    kikibridgeson December 15, 2020   Link

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