The Promise Lyrics

Lyric discussion by Last_nite 

Cover art for The Promise lyrics by Tracy Chapman

This is one of those songs that can be interpreted a million different ways. It's about a meaningful relationship. Their love runs deep but they're traveling in different directions. It's a song of hope, faith and promise (hence the title). Some day they'll be together again.

If you wait for me then I'll come for you Although I've traveled far I always hold a place for you in my heart

If you think of me If you miss me once in awhile Then I'll return to you I'll return and fill that space in your heart

[The lyrics can be applied to any situation. I believe there is a strong connection between a mother and her child... I used to always think to myself that if I was thinking about my birthmother, maybe she'd sense it and do the same.]