Picture of You
Chasing Shadows: Unraveling the Yearning in 'Picture of You'
Lyrics
Trying the keep the light out
Trying to shield myself from external influences or negativity.
But it always finds a way through
Despite my efforts, light (metaphorically, truth or reality) always manages to penetrate.
Trying to get the led out
Attempting to overcome the weight or burdens (symbolized by "led") in my life.
I don’t know why I do what I do
Feeling uncertain about the reasons behind my actions.
I got nothing left for wanting
Experiencing a sense of emptiness or lack of desire.
But I’m still coming up blue
Despite this emptiness, I'm feeling melancholic or sad.
I got nothing / somethin’ to give
Having both nothing and something to offer.
And nothing left to lose
Reaching a point where there's nothing more to lose.
Salt on the road burning up my boots
Dealing with challenges (symbolized by salt on the road) that are wearing me down.
You know it’s getting harder and harder to choose
Facing increasing difficulty in making choices.
Nothing measures up to that
Nothing compares or matches the significance of that.
Perfect picture of you…
Longing for the idealized and flawless image of you.
Searching for some silence
Seeking moments of peace and quiet.
Echoes keep gettin’ through
External influences or reminders keep intruding on this quest for silence.
Reaching for some comfort
Trying to find solace or relief.
Can’t see it but it’s in plain view
Despite being invisible, comfort is present and accessible.
Love the life I live when it’s slow and sweet and easy
Enjoying life when it's slow, pleasant, and effortless.
Live the life I love but you know it’s slowly killing me
Living a life I love, but the enjoyment is gradually causing harm.
Will I ever learn, gonna let it burn
Contemplating whether I will ever learn from my experiences or if I will allow them to consume me.
Reaching for that perfect picture of you…
Striving for the flawless and idealized image of you.
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