Ths is definatley a heartfelt song of a relationship that slowly drifts apart. The one end of the relationship loves the other end to the extent of not being happy, if that makes the other person involved more free. At the same time, there is a hopeful and bittersweet optimism that time will bring them together once again. The relationship might have also involved conflicting egos, reflected in the lines
"It's not a contest of who'll try harder /
Or who'll cross the finish line."
The song is basically saying, hey, we didn't work out this time around, and if you're not ready to take me for everything that I have to offer, then strike out on your own and blaze your own trail. I'll still be here for you in whatever way you want me to no matter what happens.
Ths is definatley a heartfelt song of a relationship that slowly drifts apart. The one end of the relationship loves the other end to the extent of not being happy, if that makes the other person involved more free. At the same time, there is a hopeful and bittersweet optimism that time will bring them together once again. The relationship might have also involved conflicting egos, reflected in the lines
"It's not a contest of who'll try harder / Or who'll cross the finish line."
The song is basically saying, hey, we didn't work out this time around, and if you're not ready to take me for everything that I have to offer, then strike out on your own and blaze your own trail. I'll still be here for you in whatever way you want me to no matter what happens.
This is one of my favorite songs EVER. =]