Against the Grain
Embracing Resilience: A Journey Against the Grain
Lyrics
I will always save a precious part of the kid I used to be
I will always preserve a valuable part of my childhood self
it's a flame still burning strong in me that has shaped my identity
There's a persistent flame in me from the past that has influenced who I am
I know people change, in most cases
Acknowledging that people often change and may distance themselves
they'll just walk away from me
Anticipating that people might walk away from the speaker
but my heart's the same and so is the bond we share
Emphasizing the constancy of the speaker's heart and the shared bond
just the few of us still here
Highlighting a small group of individuals who remain connected
we're still here and I don't mind
Expressing contentment about still being present despite past experiences
of the times we left behind
Reflecting on the times left behind and looking forward to the future
'cause the best is yet to come, just wait and see
Optimistically anticipating that the best moments are yet to come
the blood that runs in our veins
Symbolizing the shared familial connection through the blood in their veins
heartbeats like drums, the voice of those against the grain
Describing the strength and unity of those who oppose societal norms
we won't back down, won't hesitate
Asserting the determination not to yield or show hesitation
that's what we’ve learned: the struggle never ends
Stating a lesson learned: the struggle in life persists
'cause we are crazy enough to dream and to try to live at full speed
Affirming a willingness to dream, take risks, and live fully
'cause we always choose the hard way because we know where it leads
Choosing the challenging path with awareness of its outcomes
life is not a game, this is what they say
Contrasting the seriousness of life with the indifference of some
but they play with lives so easily
Criticizing those who play with lives casually
no one really cares if you're alive or dead
Observing a lack of genuine concern for one's life
but I'll find you next to me
Expressing determination to find companionship despite the challenges
we're still here and I don't mind
Reiterating contentment about being present despite past experiences
of the times we left behind
Reflecting on the times left behind and anticipating a positive future
'cause the best is yet to come, just wait and see
Optimistically anticipating that the best moments are yet to come
the blood that runs in our veins
Symbolizing the shared familial connection through the blood in their veins
heartbeats like drums, the voice of those against the grain
Describing the strength and unity of those who oppose societal norms
we won't back down, won't hesitate
Asserting the determination not to yield or show hesitation
that's what we’ve learned: the struggle never ends
Stating a lesson learned: the struggle in life persists
life's a constant quest
Conveying that life is an ongoing journey or pursuit
every scar's a medal on my chest
Viewing scars as badges of honor, reminders of past experiences
to remind me where I've been and where to go
Emphasizing the importance of remembering the past and planning for the future
'cause some roads just lead to dead ends
Acknowledging that some paths lead to no progress
if you're lost reach out for my hand
Offering support and guidance to those who are lost
we've got each other's back, this is our code
Affirming mutual support and a shared commitment to face challenges
we'll find another road
Expressing confidence in finding alternative paths in life
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