In regards to the meaning of this song:
Before a live performance on the EP Five Stories Falling, Geoff states “It’s about the last time I went to visit my grandmother in Columbus, and I saw that she was dying and it was the last time I was going to see her. It is about realizing how young you are, but how quickly you can go.”
That’s the thing about Geoff and his sublime poetry, you think it’s about one thing, but really it’s about something entirely different. But the lyrics are still universal and omnipresent, ubiquitous, even. So relatable. That’s one thing I love about this band. I also love their live performances, raw energy and Geoff’s beautiful, imperfectly perfect vocals. His voice soothes my aching soul.
Turning forever
I never could tell
If this was a heaven
Or this was a hell
I reach out and take
My piece of the cake
Sanctuary
Hiding comes easy
We hide everyday
In this world far apart
From a world far away
I've still yet to find
That place in my mind
Sanctuary
Nothing can change it now
Nothing can change it now
But I'm still looking
I'm still looking
I'm still looking looking sanctuary
So follow the rivers
And follow your dreams
It's all in your mind
It's just what it seems
Whatever they care
Is it all in the air
Sanctuary
Nothing can change it now
Nothing can change it now
But I'm still looking
I'm still looking
I'm still looking looking sanctuary
I'm looking at you
You look at me
We look for another sanctuary
But everyday
We look away
We think this is really sanctuary
We think this is really
Believing is seeing
And doubting is blind
Whatever it is
Whatever you find
Just reach out and take
Your piece of the cake
Sanctuary
Nothing can change it now
Nothing can change it now
But I'm still looking
I never could tell
If this was a heaven
Or this was a hell
I reach out and take
My piece of the cake
Sanctuary
Hiding comes easy
We hide everyday
In this world far apart
From a world far away
I've still yet to find
That place in my mind
Sanctuary
Nothing can change it now
Nothing can change it now
But I'm still looking
I'm still looking
I'm still looking looking sanctuary
So follow the rivers
And follow your dreams
It's all in your mind
It's just what it seems
Whatever they care
Is it all in the air
Sanctuary
Nothing can change it now
Nothing can change it now
But I'm still looking
I'm still looking
I'm still looking looking sanctuary
I'm looking at you
You look at me
We look for another sanctuary
But everyday
We look away
We think this is really sanctuary
We think this is really
Believing is seeing
And doubting is blind
Whatever it is
Whatever you find
Just reach out and take
Your piece of the cake
Sanctuary
Nothing can change it now
Nothing can change it now
But I'm still looking
Lyrics submitted by SongMeanings
Sanctuary Lyrics as written by Tony Mansfield
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Lyrics powered by LyricFind
Add your thoughts
Log in now to tell us what you think this song means.
Don’t have an account? Create an account with SongMeanings to post comments, submit lyrics, and more. It’s super easy, we promise!
More Featured Meanings
Standing On The Edge Of Summer
Thursday
Thursday
Son Şansın - Şarkı Sözleri
Hayalperest
Hayalperest
This song seemingly tackles the methods of deception those who manipulate others use to get victims to follow their demands, as well as diverting attention away from important issues. They'll also use it as a means to convince people to hate or kill others by pretending acts of terrorism were committed by the enemy when the acts themselves were done by the masters of control to promote discrimination and hate. It also reinforces the idea that these manipulative forces operate in various locations, infiltrating everyday life without detection, and propagate any and everywhere.
In general, it highlights the danger of hidden agendas, manipulation, and distraction, serving as a critique of those who exploit chaos and confusion to control and gain power, depicting a cautionary tale against falling into their traps. It encourages us to question the narratives presented to us and remain vigilant against manipulation in various parts of society.
Cajun Girl
Little Feat
Little Feat
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”
When We Were Young
Blink-182
Blink-182
This is a sequel to 2001's "Reckless Abandon", and features the band looking back on their clumsy youth fondly.
Head > Heels
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran
“Head > Heels” is a track that aims to capture what it feels like to experience romance that exceeds expectations. Ed Sheeran dedicates his album outro to a lover who has blessed him with a unique experience that he seeks to describe through the song’s nuanced lyrics.