time on your back
Embracing Life's Pace: Revelations on Time and Self-Perception
Lyrics
The kids in cars so quickly passing by with no seeming regard for the rest of our lives
The rapid passage of children in cars symbolizes the fast-paced nature of life, seemingly indifferent to its impact on our future.
But maybe they are on to something we don't know about
Suggests that the younger generation might possess knowledge or insights unknown to the speaker, prompting reflection on their perspective.
Maybe they heard good news
Hypothesizes that the energetic kids may have received positive information or news.
Maybe they know more routes
Speculates that the youth might be aware of alternative paths or options in life.
But I will go slow if it
Expresses a willingness to take life slowly to avoid the risks present on deteriorating streets in New Jersey.
Means I won't die on these
Highlights the fear of mortality and the desire to navigate life cautiously.
Crumbling Jersey streets
Describes the challenging conditions of the Jersey streets.
And do what I need
Emphasizes the importance of fulfilling personal needs and aspirations.
Take a second to breathe
Encourages taking a moment for self-reflection and relaxation.
Take a minute to see
Advocates allocating time to observe and appreciate the surroundings.
Time on your back that speaks
Suggests the significance of the time one spends on their back, possibly alluding to introspection or contemplation.
You cannot turn back me
Asserts that the speaker cannot be reversed or undone by time on their back.
Comparison can kill so when I wrote my will I put it in a book that I have yet to fill
Warns against the detrimental effects of comparison, mentioning the inclusion of a will in an unfilled book.
I know that strength beats size when you are with the guys
States the belief that inner strength surpasses physical size, particularly in the company of friends.
But I will admit I like
Admits a liking for occasional support or reassurance from others.
Being picked up sometimes
Expresses a willingness to remain small to fit into clothing associated with cherished memories.
So I will stay small if it
Reiterates the willingness to be cautious and small to preserve meaningful memories.
Means I can fit in these
Reflects on the importance of clothing linked to emotional experiences.
Clothes with good memories
Mentions the persistence of grief for a select few memories.
The few that I still grieve
Encourages taking moments for self-reflection and relaxation, similar to earlier lines.
Take a second to breathe
Reiterates the call to pause and appreciate life's fleeting moments.
Take a minute to see
Emphasizes the importance of observing and acknowledging one's surroundings.
Time on your back that speaks
Repeats the notion of the significance of time spent on one's back, possibly indicating a recurring theme.
You cannot turn back me
Reiterates the assertion that time on the back cannot reverse or alter the speaker.
I went and talked to you, asked "how do you do what you do?"
Describes an interaction where the speaker seeks advice, asking how someone achieves what they do.
You said, "you're just twenty two…you still have yet to bloom"
Quotes a response emphasizing the speaker's youth and potential for growth.
So you should keep doing you
Encourages the speaker to stay true to themselves and ignore external judgments.
Pay no attention to
Advises against paying attention to the fast-paced actions of passing individuals.
Kids that are flying by
Reiterates the suggestion to disregard the actions of swiftly moving individuals.
Pay them no mind
Reaffirms the advice to not be influenced or disturbed by the activities of others.
Take a second to breathe
Encourages taking moments for self-reflection and relaxation, mirroring earlier lines.
Take a minute to see
Restates the importance of observing and appreciating life's fleeting moments.
Time on your back that speaks
Repeats the theme of the significance of time spent on one's back, possibly as a concluding thought.
You cannot turn back me
Reiterates the assertion that time on the back cannot reverse or alter the speaker, providing closure to the lyrics.
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