Salt Water Cures
Navigating Life's Waves: Salt Water Wisdom by Amanda Walther
Lyrics
Salt water cures everything
Salt water is seen as a remedy for various troubles or emotional distress.
And candy is for traveling
Candy serves as a comfort or pleasure during journeys.
You made me believe you had done it all before
The speaker thought the person had experienced everything before.
I never thought you wanted more
The speaker didn't expect the person to desire more in life.
You always take the small roads
The person prefers scenic routes as they are more aesthetically pleasing.
'Cuz it's prettier that way
Choosing smaller, less traveled paths is deemed more attractive.
And when somebody's crying
The person is empathetic and knows the right words when someone is upset.
You know the perfect thing to say
The person is adept at consoling others during times of sadness.
You're the woman I reply on
The speaker relies on the person as a trustworthy woman.
I hear you everyday
The person's voice is a daily source of comfort or guidance for the speaker.
And I hope you take the long way home
A wish for the person to enjoy a scenic route on their way home.
You're such a good mother
The person is praised for being a good mother.
And a Grandmother too
The person is also acknowledged as a great grandmother.
I hope someday I'll be just like you
The speaker aspires to emulate the person's qualities in the future.
And when I get there
Anticipation of reaching a similar life stage as the person.
I'll have salt water cures
Expectation of having similar remedies for life's challenges, like salt water.
Just like yours
The speaker hopes to possess remedies similar to the person's.
You always take the small roads
Reiteration of the preference for less-traveled, more picturesque routes.
'Cuz it's prettier that way
The beauty of small roads is highlighted again.
And when somebody's crying
The person excels in offering solace when someone is upset.
You know the perfect thing to say
The person is reliable for providing comforting words during tough times.
You're the woman I reply on
The speaker relies on the person as a consistent source of support.
I hear you everyday
The person's voice is a daily influence on the speaker.
And I hope you take the long way home
A wish for the person to take a scenic and prolonged route on their way home.
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