Lyrics
Climb up on a mountain, just to watch it come down
Climbing a mountain symbolizes putting in effort for a grand view, only to see it crumble or change.
But sooner or later babe, you're gonna need me around
Regardless of the present situation, there will come a time when the speaker's presence will be necessary or missed.
'Cause you're getting older, there ain't no stopping that
Highlighting the inevitability of aging and the unstoppable passage of time.
It's a backstabbing world honey, just lean your head back
The world can be deceitful, but the advice is to take a moment to relax despite that.
The fool in me
The side of the speaker that may not always make wise decisions or act sensibly.
It's like a dream, you see
A comparison to a dream-like state, suggesting an idealized perception of something.
But if the world is right
If circumstances align favorably, the speaker is willing to make a long journey.
I'll drive all night
Expressing dedication to travel extensively to reach a certain destination in the future.
And meet you there someday
An intention to meet someone at a particular place at some point in time.
Six in the morning, never felt so sweet
Enjoying a moment in the early hours of the day, finding it particularly pleasant.
Just put on Lucinda baby, and dance with me
Suggesting to play music by Lucinda Williams and inviting someone to dance.
I know I'm hard to count on
Acknowledging personal unreliability or inconsistency.
Forget half what I'm told
Forgetting or not fully adhering to advice or instructions received.
You probably only know my voice from
The audience only knows the speaker's voice through a microphone, implying a distance or separation.
A goddamn microphone
Reiteration of the speaker's presence through technology rather than personal interaction.
It's a waste
A feeling of waste or regret concerning past experiences, particularly in youth.
A teenage taste of me
An immature or inexperienced taste of the speaker's persona.
But if Daddy cries
If a father figure expresses emotions, it's advised to bid goodnight.
Just say goodnight
Implying readiness to be present or available if required.
And I'll come
The speaker's willingness to come when called upon.
If I could change
A desire to change past events, specifically to prevent difficulties or hardships.
I'd keep away the rain
An aspiration to shield someone from emotional distress or difficulties.
And the sun would shine every night
An idealistic wish for consistently good times or happiness.
And I'll come meet you there someday
Reiteration of the intention to meet someone at a specific place at some point in the future.
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