Ball and Chain
Breaking the Chains: A Soul's Cry for Freedom
Lyrics
If I had my way I would not be here
If given the choice, I would not be in this situation.
Not for one day, my leaving is clear
This feeling of departure has been clear to me, not just for a day.
I've had my share of heartache and pain
I've experienced a significant amount of heartache and pain.
For happiness I'm searching in vain
I am searching for happiness, but it seems elusive.
I've got to get rid of my ball and chain
I need to break free from something burdensome in my life (metaphorically described as a ball and chain).
For all of my life, the times they've been bad
Throughout my life, challenging times and misfortune have been constant.
And hard luck and strife, they're all I've ever had
Difficulties, hard luck, and struggles have been my predominant experiences.
I've had my share of heartache and pain
Reiteration of experiencing heartache and pain.
For happiness I'm searching in vain
The pursuit of happiness seems futile despite the hardships.
I've got to get rid of my ball and chain
There's a strong desire to break free from the burdensome aspect of life.
I've just got to be free
An intense yearning to experience freedom.
God in heaven, help me
A plea for divine assistance in achieving freedom.
If I had my way I would not, would not be here
Reiteration of the desire to avoid the current situation.
No, not for one day, my leaving, my leaving is clear
The decision to leave is resolute and not just for a single day.
I've had my share of heartache and pain
Reiteration of going through heartache and pain.
For happiness I'm searching in vain
The pursuit of happiness remains elusive despite past hardships.
I've got to get rid of my ball and chain
There's a strong need to break free from a burdensome aspect of life, emphasizing urgency.
Help me!
An urgent plea for help, possibly to overcome the burdensome aspect of life.
I've had my share of heartache and pain
Reiteration of experiencing heartache and pain.
For happiness I'm searching in vain
Despite the search, happiness remains elusive.
I've got to get rid of my ball and CHAIN!
Strong emphasis on the need to break free from the burdensome aspect of life (ball and chain).
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