Long Way to Go
Journey of Reflection: Beyond The Sun's 'Long Way to Go'
Lyrics
There's something different about the way I'm seeing things
Perception is changing, a unique perspective is emerging.
Growing old I see the world it's not so big
With age, the world seems less vast and more manageable.
I find myself saying things
Expressing thoughts influenced by parental teachings.
That my dad said when I was growing
Recalling words spoken by the speaker's father during childhood.
I'm staring at a bunch of dreams I never made
Reflecting on unfulfilled aspirations and missed opportunities.
Looking back at all the risks I didn't take
Reviewing past choices and risks avoided.
I'm thinking now it's time to make a change
Contemplating the need for a change in the present.
It's never too late
Emphasizing that it's never too late to make a positive change.
The older I get
Acknowledging that challenges increase with age.
The harder I fall
Facing difficulties as one matures.
These mountains that we're moving ain't so small
Obstacles faced are significant and not easily overcome.
Little by little
Gradual progress in breaking down barriers.
Breaking that wall
Overcoming obstacles step by step.
Yeah we still got a long way to go
Acknowledging that there is still a considerable journey ahead.
Life happens when you're making other plans
Life unfolds unexpectedly while plans are being made.
Gotta get a little dirt on your hands
Accepting challenges and getting hands dirty for progress.
I'm taking after my old man
Following the example of the speaker's father.
Just like I did when I was growing
Emulating the speaker's father during the speaker's growth.
Moving forward down the road he helped me pave
Moving forward on a path paved by parental guidance.
Learning from all the sins and my mistakes
Learning from mistakes and past transgressions.
I'm getting better every step of the way
Improving with each step taken on the journey.
Because it's never too late
Reiterating that positive changes are possible at any age.
The older I get
Reemphasizing the challenges faced with aging.
The harder I fall
Struggling more as maturity increases.
These mountains that we're moving ain't so small
Underscoring the significance of the obstacles being faced.
Little by little
Incremental progress in overcoming challenges.
Breaking that wall
Continued effort in breaking down barriers.
Yeah we still got a long way to go
Recognizing the ongoing journey ahead despite progress.
Everything you said to me was true
Acknowledging the truth in the advice received.
Talk is cheap unless it comes from you
Stressing the authenticity of words, especially when spoken by a significant person.
The older I get
Repeating the challenges faced with aging.
The harder I fall
Continued struggles and challenges with maturity.
These mountains that we're moving ain't so small
Reiterating the magnitude of obstacles being faced.
Oh
Expressing an emotional response to challenges.
The older I get
Reemphasizing the difficulties of aging.
The harder I fall
Acknowledging the increased challenges with maturity.
These mountains that we're moving ain't so small
Reiterating the substantial hurdles in the journey.
Little by little
Gradual progress in breaking down emotional walls.
Breaking that wall
Continued effort in overcoming personal obstacles.
Yeah we still got a long way to go
Acknowledging the extended path ahead despite progress.
And we're getting there slow
Highlighting the slow but steady progress in the journey.
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