To me this song describes family life. Life with a domineering father, and a faltering family life. Him fearing that all his children will let him down, so he will not approve of them unless they do what he wants with their lives. You have a dream not matter how practical and yet he still doesn't approve of what you do. "Not asking for you permission, please understand." Having the courage to stand up to him even with fear of being disowned. "If it's all or nothing then let me go." Not giving in to oppression any further, refusing to give your all and it not getting appreciated, so cutting loose. Some song are just right for the right point in your life.
To me this song describes family life. Life with a domineering father, and a faltering family life. Him fearing that all his children will let him down, so he will not approve of them unless they do what he wants with their lives. You have a dream not matter how practical and yet he still doesn't approve of what you do. "Not asking for you permission, please understand." Having the courage to stand up to him even with fear of being disowned. "If it's all or nothing then let me go." Not giving in to oppression any further, refusing to give your all and it not getting appreciated, so cutting loose. Some song are just right for the right point in your life.