Still I Wait
Yearning for Light: Anna Leone's Emotional Journey in 'Still I Wait'
Lyrics
Watch me wait
Expressing the act of being observed while waiting.
Wait for time
Waiting for the passage of time, possibly for change or resolution.
I stopped moving when I fell behind
Describing a moment of stagnation or falling behind in progress.
Watch me stand
Being observed while standing, possibly reflecting on one's position.
In the shade
Existing in the shadows, longing for the light.
While I crave the light
Expressing a desire for something better or brighter.
Oh, how I cling to home
Expressing a strong attachment to home, a place of comfort or security.
When will I bare my soul
Pondering when one will reveal their true self or emotions.
Oh, when will I love someone
Questioning when the speaker will experience love for someone.
I thought I knew the rules
Reflecting on a past belief in understanding the rules of life.
I thought I knew what I had to do
Expressing uncertainty about what actions are necessary.
Wash away tears in rain
Describing a futile attempt to erase pain or sadness.
All my sorrows they remain the same
Acknowledging persistent sorrows that remain unchanged.
I still ask them to stay
Expressing a plea for sorrows to stay despite efforts to let go.
As the days unwind
Observing the passing of time and its effects on days.
Oh, how I cling to home
Reiterating a strong emotional connection to home.
When will I bare my soul
Questioning when the speaker will reveal their innermost self.
Oh, when will I love someone
Pondering when the speaker will experience love for someone.
I thought I knew the rules
Reflecting on a past belief in understanding the rules of life.
I thought I knew what I had to do
Expressing uncertainty about what actions are necessary.
In this eager fantasy
Describing a state of eager imagination or anticipation.
Everything I think I need
Expressing a perception of needing everything in this imagined state.
All the things I've yet to see
Acknowledging a list of things yet to be experienced or understood.
Oh, how I cling to home
Reiterating a strong emotional connection to home.
When will I bare my soul
Questioning when the speaker will reveal their innermost self.
Oh, when will I love someone
Pondering when the speaker will experience love for someone.
I thought I knew the rules
Reflecting on a past belief in understanding the rules of life.
I thought I knew what I had to do
Expressing uncertainty about what actions are necessary.
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