Pride and Joy
Reflections of Life: Brandi Carlile's Journey Through Time and Emotions
Lyrics
Time of day I can't recall
Reflecting on a time of day that is forgotten or unimportant.
The kind of thing that takes it's toll
Referencing something burdensome that has consequences.
Over years and over time
Reflecting on experiences over the years and the passage of time.
Over smiles and over wine
Reflecting on moments of joy and celebration.
All in all it wasn't bad
Overall, the past wasn't entirely negative.
All in all it wasn't good
Overall, the past wasn't entirely positive.
But I still care
Expressing continued care despite mixed experiences.
That's the problem with the days
Highlighting the fleeting nature of days and missed opportunities.
They're never long enough to say
Expressing the challenge of time constraints in expressing oneself.
What it is you never said
Regret over unspoken words and missed communication.
All the books you never read
Regret over unread books and missed knowledge.
Throw myself into the wind
Metaphorically throwing oneself into uncertainty, hoping for support.
Hoping somebody will pick me up
Desire for assistance and connection with others.
And carry me again
Yearning for someone to lift and support.
Where are you now?
Seeking the whereabouts of someone important.
Do you let me down?
Questioning if the person has disappointed or betrayed.
Do you make me grieve for you?
Asking if the person's actions cause grief.
Do I make you proud?
Questioning if one is a source of pride for the other.
Do you get me now?
Asking for understanding and recognition from the other.
Am I your pride and joy?
Pondering if one is considered the pride and joy of the other.
I believe this to be true
Expressing a belief in a particular truth or principle.
Is nothing sacred, nothing new?
Raising questions about the sanctity and novelty of things.
No one tells you when its time
Noting the lack of clear signals for significant life transitions.
There are no warnings only signs
Emphasizing the absence of warnings, only subtle signs.
And you know that you're alone
Feeling a sense of solitude and maturity.
Not a child anymore
Acknowledging the transition to adulthood.
But you're still scared
Despite maturity, still experiencing fear.
All your mountains turn to rocks
Metaphorically describing challenges turning into smaller issues.
All your oceans turn to drops
Symbolizing vast challenges becoming manageable.
They are nothing like you thought
Challenges are different from expectations.
The can't be something you are not
Encouraging authenticity and self-awareness.
Life is not a looking glass
Life isn't a mirror, avoid getting stuck in the past.
Don't get tangled in your past
Advice to avoid dwelling on past mistakes.
Like I am learning not to
Personal growth and learning from mistakes.
Where are you now?
Reiterating the search for someone's whereabouts.
Do you let me down?
Questioning if the person has disappointed or let down.
Do you make me grieve for you?
Asking if actions cause grief or pain.
Do I make you proud?
Questioning if one is a source of pride for the other.
Do you get me now?
Asking for understanding and recognition from the other.
Am I your pride and joy?
Pondering if one is considered the pride and joy of the other.
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