This is a sequel to 2001's "Reckless Abandon", and features the band looking back on their clumsy youth fondly.
Remember that night we caught fireflies in the park? You gave me butterflies, and it wasn't the last time. How about that time we stayed outside until the sun came up? We both knew how we felt -- or at least I thought we did. I wish that I could find some way to say this without seeming so condescending; I don't see a thing. You're no better; you can't name a thing wrong with me.
Most of the time I don't even wanna be here at all. No, not at all. But I, I am filled with wanderlust, but I, I care far too much. And I tried so hard to make this count, but I just couldn't make you want to stay. Why'd I waste my time? I can't do this, someone be my guide. I need you on my side when I'm trying to make change. I'm trying to make change.
Most of the time I don't even wanna be here at all. No, not at all. But I, I am filled with wanderlust, but I, I care far too much. And I tried so hard to make this count, but I just couldn't make you want to stay. Why'd I waste my time? I can't do this, someone be my guide. I need you on my side when I'm trying to make change. I'm trying to make change.
Lyrics submitted by DakotaFloyd
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