Kindness of Strangers
Surviving on the Benevolence of Unknown Faces
Lyrics
How do you break through, when the words don't reach your lips?
Expressing difficulty in expressing oneself verbally.
In a lump inside your throat, or a pile of could've been's
Feeling a sense of regret or missed opportunities.
All the small talk, and the catch-ups, and the empty promises
Highlighting the emptiness of casual conversations and unfulfilled commitments.
How do you dive deeper in a shallow riverbed?
Seeking depth in a situation or relationship that feels shallow.
When the current pulls you further from what you should have said
Struggling to communicate when circumstances are pulling one away.
Getting by on the kindness of strangers
Surviving with the help and generosity of unknown individuals.
When you're trying to be tender, but instead you come off cold
Attempting to be gentle but being perceived as distant.
When your sweetness surrenders to the cruelness of this world
Acknowledging the harsh realities that can overshadow one's kindness.
All the small stuff, and the bad luck, when it all becomes too much
Facing challenges and burdens when the small issues accumulate.
How do you find solace in a place so quick to judge?
Searching for comfort in a judgmental environment.
Do you try and play it coo, or play the part you think they'll want?
Debating whether to be genuine or conform to others' expectations.
Getting by on the kindness of strangers
Relying on the benevolence of unfamiliar people to get through life.
People come, and people go, and some will make their mark
Reflecting on the transient nature of relationships and their impact.
Like an iron to the bull, a symbol in your heart
Comparing a lasting influence to a powerful symbol in the heart.
And the ones that stick around are the hardest to find,
Noting the rarity of enduring connections in life.
And if you can't find the closeness, you need the kindness to survive
Emphasizing the importance of kindness in the absence of close relationships.
Getting by on the kindness of strangers
Continuing to navigate life with the support of strangers' kindness.
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