Lyrics
By a window I wait
Expressing anticipation or longing by waiting near a window.
you stand here so true
Addressing someone who is steadfast and genuine.
with boxes all packed
Referring to packed boxes, possibly symbolizing moving or change.
you’ve always seen us through
Acknowledging the constant support provided by the addressed person.
and you’ll likely still stand
Suggesting the enduring nature of the addressed person's presence.
long after I’m gone
Reflecting on the impermanence of the speaker, contrasting with the lasting nature of the setting.
your walls to protect and
Attributing protective qualities to the walls of the setting.
help someone else along
Highlighting the potential for the setting to support others.
If I could pick up your foundation
Expressing a desire to uphold and support the foundation of the setting.
Every brick
Emphasizing the importance of every element in the structure.
it’s what I’d do
Expressing a willingness to take care of the foundational elements.
Every nail and every board I’d
Detailing a commitment to repair and maintain.
hammer back
Using a metaphorical hammer to signify the speaker's efforts to stay connected.
to stay with you
Reiterating the desire to remain with the addressed person or place.
to stay with you
Repeating the commitment to stay connected.
Like a widow you wait
Drawing a comparison to a widow, waiting and passing time.
just passing her time
Describing a patient and enduring waiting.
long past your maker
Referring to the lasting presence beyond the maker's time.
ode to creators’ hands
Paying tribute to the hands of the creators who built the setting.
your floors wearing thin
Noting the wear and tear on the floors of the setting.
with gaps wide and far
Describing gaps and challenges within the setting.
it took lots of work but
Acknowledging the effort and work put into maintaining the setting.
I loved you as you are
Expressing love and acceptance for the setting in its current state.
If I could pick up your foundation
Reiteration of the desire to support and maintain the foundation.
every brick
Reemphasizing the importance of every component in the structure.
it’s what I’d do
Expressing a commitment to care for the foundational elements.
every nail and every board I’d
Detailing a dedication to repair and maintain.
hammer back
Using a metaphorical hammer to signify efforts to stay connected.
to stay with you
Reiterating the desire to remain with the addressed person or place.
to stay with you
Repeating the commitment to stay connected.
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