Start over Georgia
Rediscovering Faith: Start Over Georgia's Soulful Reflections
Lyrics
I think I feel like an old beat up two lane
I feel worn out and neglected, like an old, neglected road.
The one that the state's not about to repair
The state is unwilling to repair this worn-out road, reflecting a sense of abandonment or neglect.
From where I'm falling I think I might meet you
As I fall or face challenges, I may find you in a lower state of being.
Below where we were just above just don't care
We were just above a certain point, but now we no longer care about it.
The way the world's changing I just can't accept it
I cannot accept the changes happening in the world.
No right or wrong all in between
Moral ambiguity, with no clear right or wrong.
The faith we were raised on is weathered and shaken
The faith we grew up with is weathered and shaken.
But baby it don't have to be
Despite the challenges to our faith, there is hope for a positive change.
Cause I still believe in a prayer before supper
I still believe in the power of prayer before meals.
Passing the time round the old courthouse square
Passing time in the old courthouse square, perhaps reminiscing about the past.
We've got nothing to keep us from start over Georgia
We have the opportunity to start afresh in Georgia, leaving behind our burdens.
We'll leave all the baggage and start over there
Letting go of emotional baggage and starting anew in Georgia.
Well I've never been to that part of the country
The singer has not visited a particular part of the country, except in his imagination or memories.
Save for some old movies and deep in my mind
References to movies and deep-seated memories of a particular region.
Where it's accepted and even rewarded
In this region, it's accepted and even rewarded to stand on your own, emphasizing independence.
To stand on your own right side of the line
Nobody emerges as a winner; everyone is afraid of losing in this situation.
Nobody wins here we're all scared of losing
Feeling emotionally wounded down to the core.
I feel scarred right down to the bone
Possibly contemplating a move close to the ocean for a sense of freedom.
Maybe we'll find ourselves close to the ocean
Referencing the historical significance of the ocean as a symbol of freedom.
Where freedom first breathed on it's own
Reiteration of belief in the power of prayer.
Cause I still believe in a prayer
Expressing a desire to leave behind everything, symbolizing a fresh start.
Oh we've got nothing to keep us
Reaffirmation that there is nothing holding them back from starting anew.
Comment