Way Too Long Now
Longing Roads: Unveiling Life's Unspoken Chapters in Carter Hulsey's 'Way Too Long Now'
Lyrics
There is a streetlight out where the children play
Reference to a malfunctioning streetlight where children play, possibly symbolizing a disturbance or issue in a familiar and comforting place.
Just outside of Austin
Location just outside of Austin, setting the scene for the narrative.
There is an old car parked with a glove-box full
An old car with a glove-box full of items that should be discarded, suggesting emotional baggage or memories.
It's things I should be tossing
Continuation of the idea of holding onto things that should be let go, reflecting on personal struggles.
I called a friend to say “I’m on my way, I need a vacation”
The protagonist expressing a need for a break and reaching out to a friend for support.
She said “I’m right here, find your way, and why not just start staying?”
A friend encouraging the protagonist to find their way and consider a new start, possibly indicating a need for change.
I’ve been standing here way too long, for way too long now
Repetition of standing in a situation for too long, suggesting a sense of stagnation or being stuck in a certain place or mindset.
I’ve been standing here way too long, for way too long now
-I need something in my chest
The need for something profound or emotional in the protagonist's heart or life.
I need a song that’s worth singing
Desire for a meaningful and fulfilling song, possibly representing the need for purpose or inspiration.
I need something in my cup
The desire for something in the cup, possibly metaphorical for seeking comfort or satisfaction.
Someone tell me, “It’s worth saving”
Seeking reassurance that the efforts invested are worth preserving or saving.
I see the windshield fog as you doze off
Observation of a foggy windshield as someone dozes off, creating a scene of uncertainty or haziness.
And we’re driving through Missouri
Traveling through Missouri, a place with both positive and negative memories for the protagonist.
This is a place I’ve loved, a place I’ve lost
Reflecting on a place loved and lost, hinting at a sense of nostalgia or past experiences.
But I won’t be long for staying
Expressing a determination not to stay in that place for too long.
I just had a friend that called; “We need to talk about things we ain’t been saying”
A friend initiating a conversation about unspoken matters, leading to potential changes or revelations.
Now his bags are stacked in our garage, he needs some help with carrying
The friend's belongings in the garage, symbolizing a shared burden or responsibility.
I’ve been standing here way too long, for way too long now
Repetition of standing too long, emphasizing a theme of prolonged indecision or inactivity.
I’ve been standing here way too long, for way too long now
-I need something in my chest
The need for emotional depth or substance in the protagonist's heart.
I need a song that’s worth singing
Desire for a song that holds significance, possibly representing the search for meaning or purpose.
I need something in my cup
The desire for something in the cup, possibly symbolizing a need for fulfillment or satisfaction.
Someone tell me, “It’s worth saving”
Seeking affirmation that the situation is worth preserving or saving.
Did you ever see the moon?
Reflection on the moon and its symbolism, possibly indicating contemplation and a connection to nature.
Sleeping in the trees
Imagery of the moon sleeping in the trees, evoking a serene and peaceful scene.
Can you close your eyes and know it’s time to leave
Suggesting the ability to recognize when it's time to move on or leave a situation.
If we get one night, one life
Encouragement to seize the moment and embark on a journey, leaving room for spontaneity and figuring things out along the way.
Just grab your stuff lets go
-We can figure out the rest somewhere along the road
-I’ve been standing here way too long, for way too long now
Reiteration of standing in a situation for too long, reinforcing the theme of stagnation or indecision.
I’ve been standing here way too long, for way too long now
-I need something in my chest
The need for emotional depth or substance in the protagonist's heart.
I need a song that’s worth singing
Desire for a song that holds significance, possibly representing the search for meaning or purpose.
I need something in my cup
The desire for something in the cup, possibly symbolizing a need for fulfillment or satisfaction.
Someone tell me, “It’s worth saving”
Seeking affirmation that the situation is worth preserving or saving.
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