Lyrics
Take my hand and lead me home
Expressing a desire for guidance and support to find the way back home.
I've been wandering far too long
Acknowledging a prolonged period of wandering and feeling lost.
My love, my love is waiting there for me
Anticipation of love waiting at home, suggesting a source of comfort and belonging.
Free me from these chains I wear
Requesting liberation from metaphorical or emotional chains.
Tear these clothes and cut my hair
Symbolic actions of breaking free from constraints, signaling a desire for transformation.
I'm not, I'm not the one I used to be
Recognition of personal growth or change, distancing from the past self.
I never noticed there were shackles on my feet
Realization of unnoticed burdens or limitations, possibly imposed by societal expectations.
Not from my father but from all I've tried to be
Clarification that constraints are not inherited from family but self-imposed through life choices.
So young and loved and yet I cause my own defeat oh
Reflecting on youthful mistakes that led to self-defeat despite being loved.
I'm going home
Declaring an intention to return home, seeking solace or redemption.
Far from all I've ever known
Expressing a willingness to leave the familiar behind in pursuit of something greater.
Out of luck and all alone
Acknowledging a state of misfortune and isolation on the journey.
This world, doesn't love us after all
Skeptical view of a world perceived as lacking love or compassion.
Time is high and weeds have grown
Indicating the passage of time and the consequences of neglect or indifference.
Reaping these seeds I'm sown
Reaping the results of one's actions, possibly negative repercussions.
They stand, just to watch me fall
Observers witnessing a downfall, suggesting a sense of judgment or scrutiny.
I never noticed there were shackles on my feet
Reiteration of the realization of personal constraints, possibly societal expectations.
Not from my father but from all I've tried to be
Reaffirming that limitations are self-imposed, not inherited.
So young and loved and yet I cause my own defeat, oh I'm going home
Despite being loved and young, acknowledging self-inflicted defeat and a longing for home.
Thoughts of home are full of fear
Expressing fear associated with thoughts of home, suggesting inner struggles or conflicts.
Oh my child you're welcome here
Welcoming the individual back home with open arms despite any fears or uncertainties.
My arms, are open wide
Symbolic gesture of open arms conveys unconditional acceptance and love.
Did you not realize how much you mean to me
Expressing surprise at the person not realizing their immense value and significance.
No matter what you've done or who you've tried to be
Emphasizing unconditional love regardless of past actions or attempts to be someone else.
You are my child and you are loved beyond belief, oh
Affirming the individual's identity as a beloved child beyond any doubts.
Welcome home, oh
Warmly welcoming the person back home, reiterating the theme of unconditional love.
Welcome home
A final invitation to return home, emphasizing a sense of belonging and acceptance.
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