Though this may have originally been penned in the mid nineties, it seems no more fitting than today.
In a world moving too fast, and a society burning both candles at both ends to the point of detriment, the narrator is reflecting not only on himself, but how he's thought of his life and others in general. This is a mantra for him; he's opening his eyes and seeing the beauty and hatred for the first time after years of sworn apathy. (Though we're not sure why.)
Now, looking upon life anew, he's bursting to make a difference. Make a change. But, as the old adage goes, you can't change the world. So, he's decided to start smaller. With himself. Small, but no less great.
I think this song carries a wonderful message. It leaves us something to think on, however.
If you can't change yourself, well, then change your world.
@mindhuntress Even though the song is pretty straightforward I liked your explanation very much. Thank you. Also, I concur it's a shame this song only got one comment! It's beautiful in its simplicity.
@mindhuntress Even though the song is pretty straightforward I liked your explanation very much. Thank you. Also, I concur it's a shame this song only got one comment! It's beautiful in its simplicity.
Wow. Not a single comment? I'm surprised.
Though this may have originally been penned in the mid nineties, it seems no more fitting than today.
In a world moving too fast, and a society burning both candles at both ends to the point of detriment, the narrator is reflecting not only on himself, but how he's thought of his life and others in general. This is a mantra for him; he's opening his eyes and seeing the beauty and hatred for the first time after years of sworn apathy. (Though we're not sure why.)
Now, looking upon life anew, he's bursting to make a difference. Make a change. But, as the old adage goes, you can't change the world. So, he's decided to start smaller. With himself. Small, but no less great.
I think this song carries a wonderful message. It leaves us something to think on, however.
If you can't change yourself, well, then change your world.
/ end two cents proffered
@mindhuntress Even though the song is pretty straightforward I liked your explanation very much. Thank you. Also, I concur it's a shame this song only got one comment! It's beautiful in its simplicity.
@mindhuntress Even though the song is pretty straightforward I liked your explanation very much. Thank you. Also, I concur it's a shame this song only got one comment! It's beautiful in its simplicity.