The Rileys
Unveiling Life's Journey: E.Z. Shakes' Reflective Tale
Lyrics
I ain't got time to waste no
I don't have time to waste.
Getting older, feeling bolder
As time passes, I feel more courageous or daring.
Hell yeah I got something to say
Yes, I have something important to express.
Jesus loves you and he loves me
Expressing the idea that both the speaker and the listener are loved by Jesus.
There was was a man from the outskirts of town
Introducing a character from the outskirts of town.
And he couldn't stand up and he wouldn't sit down
Describing the man as unable to stand and unwilling to sit, possibly emphasizing indecision or unrest.
Said he wanted you with all of his heart
Stating that the man desires someone with his whole heart.
So he did the right thing sold his dream
The man took a responsible action by giving up his dream.
Headed out to California
He moved to California.
Where he's living' it up with the Rileys
The man is now enjoying life with the Rileys in California.
I know that we break down easy
Acknowledging that people can easily become emotionally fragile.
'Cause it gets so hard, gets so hard
Emphasizing the difficulty when facing challenges.
When you're coming down
Highlighting the challenges when facing a downturn or negative situation.
If we could but die to ourselves
If we could let go of our egos or selfish desires...
And take a chance on the river, we'd never want to sail
...and take a risk (symbolized by "the river"), we might find a fulfilling path.
Leave behind all our habits and lies
Suggesting leaving behind destructive habits and lies for personal growth.
And be new men with a new plan
Striving to become new individuals with fresh plans.
Gonna sing it out, even if you don't like it
Expressing determination to voice one's truth even if others disagree.
I know that we break down easy
Reiterating the vulnerability of breaking down easily.
It gets so hard, gets so hard
Re-emphasizing the difficulty when facing challenges.
When you're coming down
Restating the challenges during a downturn or negative situation.
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