Listen To Townes
Navigating Love's Lessons: Aaron Gillespie's Musical Wisdom
Lyrics
I always want her to love her momma and me
I prioritize that my daughter loves both her mother and me.
But to learn what love even is she's gotta see
For her to understand love, she needs to witness it.
How a Sharp stoned word can tear anyone apart
Illustrates the potential harm of harsh words, using "Sharp stoned word" metaphorically.
And how a gentle set of hands can mend a broken heart
Contrasts with line 3, emphasizing the healing power of gentle actions, like caring hands.
But it's all in vain and void
Expresses the futility of the previous advice if the speaker is absent from the daughter's life.
If I’m not there to show her the world
Emphasizes the importance of the speaker's presence in showing the daughter the world.
If a picture is worth some words
Highlights the value of visual experiences and the belief that pictures convey significant meanings.
And seeing is believing
Reiterates the belief in the power of seeing to foster belief.
So close you can almost taste it
Describes the close proximity to a desired experience and the anticipation associated with it.
And just a touch gives you the feeling
Suggests that even a small touch can evoke strong emotions.
Then I fear that I won't hear her, for the record I’m spinning round
Expresses a fear of not being able to connect with the daughter amidst the chaos, referencing a spinning record.
Rewrite the legacy left on a t-shirt
Encourages rewriting the family legacy represented on a T-shirt, possibly indicating a desire for positive change.
And always listen to Townes
Advises always listening to "Townes," potentially a reference to musician Townes Van Zandt, suggesting the importance of music in life.
Well I thought one chance was all I’d get
Reflects on the speaker's belief that they only had one opportunity, possibly in a relationship or life in general.
I spent so much damn time just making a mess I was shocked to my core when you came up
Acknowledges past mistakes and the surprise of encountering a positive influence ("you") despite the mess.
I thought man lucky me I just can’t get enough
Expresses gratitude and enthusiasm for the unexpected positive turn of events.
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