Flicker
Flicker of Light in Life's Shadows
Lyrics
Have I become a target that some people can't resist?
Feeling like a target, facing irresistible criticism.
My flaws have become a greater risk
Recognizing that personal imperfections pose significant challenges.
If my name is a synonym to love and
Questioning why one's name, associated with love and happiness, is plagued by distress.
Happiness then why am I bombarded with distress?
Expressing confusion about the contradiction between a positive reputation and current struggles.
My old friends, haven't seen them since I don't know when
Reflecting on the absence of old friends, suggesting a period of isolation.
But I can send them a signed eight by ten
Noting the possibility of reconnecting through a signed photograph.
My sweetheart she understands why I'm away
Acknowledging the understanding of a romantic partner regarding the speaker's absence.
But still it gets harder every day
Expressing the increasing difficulty of being away despite understanding.
But it's my delight, to sing all night
Finding joy in singing throughout the night.
'Til the sun comes up again
Committing to continue singing until the dawn.
After all my cross isn't hard to bear
Acknowledging that the speaker's burdens are not overly difficult because of a supportive presence.
It is heavy, I am weak, but you are there
Admitting personal weakness but finding strength in the support of someone significant.
There are times when I am down and feel undone
Describing moments of feeling down and overwhelmed.
You pursue me like I am your only son
Feeling pursued and loved, akin to being a cherished son.
My old flaws you've overlooked and put to rest
Noting that past flaws have been forgiven and put to rest.
They're farther than the East is from the West
Highlighting the vast distance between forgiven flaws, emphasizing the extent of forgiveness.
But it's my delight, to sing all night
Reiterating the joy found in singing throughout the night.
Till the sun comes up again
Committing to continue singing until the dawn.
Yes it's my delight, to share a flicker
Expressing joy in sharing a small glimpse of divine light.
Of your light
Describing the shared light as a ray of hope to a friend.
Just a ray of hope to a friend
Emphasizing the impact of even a small glimmer of hope on a friend.
I've spent about twenty four hours in a flying J truck stop
Describing spending a significant amount of time in a truck stop, highlighting the challenges of a transient lifestyle.
I haven't had a shower and 'bout to drop
Mentioning physical exhaustion and the need for rest, emphasizing the hardships faced.
It really doesn't matter if we make it all up
Conveying the idea that the ultimate outcome doesn't matter as much as the journey itself.
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