Breath of Life
Breath of Life: A Love Rekindled in the Neon Glow
Lyrics
You stepped in, and dark turned to light.
You brought light into a previously dark situation.
I knew, right there, you were the breath of life.
It became evident at that moment that you are essential for my existence.
Just when I'd given up the fight,
Even when I was ready to give up, your presence revived my determination.
I knew, right there, you were the breath of life.
Reiterating the realization that you are the vital force that sustains me.
Just when the morning air lost its bitter bite.
Just when life seemed harsh, your presence softened it.
You never think your heart will butterfly.
One may not anticipate the transformative power of love.
Ballerina, don't you dance your life away.
Cautioning someone not to let life pass by in a dance without purpose.
Those years meant nothing till this cold December day.
Reflecting on the significance of past experiences, now illuminated by a current moment.
You stepped back to say goodnight;
Expressing a realization when parting ways for the night.
I knew right there you were the breath of life.
Confirming that the person is indeed the breath of life.
We looked up at a blinding light;
Recalling a moment when both looked at something overwhelmingly bright.
I knew right there you were the breath of life.
Affirming the importance of the person during that dazzling experience.
I never thought that I could say those words again.
Expressing disbelief at the ability to utter certain words again.
I think you know the ones; I'm sure you know the ones.
Assuming the listener knows the specific words being referred to.
I've been hiding, alone, in the night.
Admitting to hiding and solitude during the night.
On and on like a dream that never ends.
Comparing the experience to an endless dream.
So come on out; don't say goodnight.
Encouraging not to bid farewell but to face the night together.
Out of the shadows to the neon light.
Emerging from obscurity into the vibrant city lights.
Meet you down where that Dixieland plays.
Suggesting a meeting place where lively music is playing.
Leave all your troubles; gonna dance 'em away.
Advocating leaving behind troubles through the joy of dance.
Drop my hands by my side; let the hours slip away.
Letting time pass without interference, perhaps in a state of contentment.
Don't say nothing; let the music play.
Silence is encouraged, letting the music take center stage.
Twenty years on down when the time is right.
A forward-looking statement about recognizing the person's importance in the future.
I'll turn around and know you were the breath of life.
Confirming that hindsight will reveal the person as the breath of life.
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