These Days
Reflecting on Lost Moments: These Days by Gregg Allman
Lyrics
Well I've been out walking
Expresses a period of solitary reflection or contemplation through walking.
I don't do that much talking these days
Indicates a preference for silence or reduced communication in the present time.
These days
Reiterates the timeframe being referred to, emphasizing the current days.
These days I seem to think a lot
Shares a realization about spending time pondering various thoughts recently.
About the things that I forgot to do
Reflects on neglected actions or responsibilities, particularly related to a significant person.
For you
Acknowledges a sense of remorse or regret for not fulfilling duties for the mentioned person.
And all the times I had the chance to
Regrets missed opportunities in the past to do something meaningful.
Well I had a lover
Recalls having a romantic partner in the past.
I don't think I'll risk another these days
Expresses reluctance or hesitation in pursuing another romantic relationship at present.
These days
Reiterates the theme of the current phase being "these days."
These days I seem to be afraid
Conveys a fear or apprehension about living the life that has been expressed in the artist's songs.
To live the life that I have made in song
Reflects on a sense of loss or failure associated with the artist's life and experiences.
But it's just that I have been losing
Admits to a prolonged period of losing or facing challenges in life.
For so long
Expands on the enduring nature of the artist's struggles or setbacks.
These days I sit on cornerstones
Continues the imagery of sitting on cornerstones and measuring time in a specific manner.
Count the time in quarter tones 'till ten
Specifies counting time in "quarter tones" until ten, possibly indicating meticulous or detailed reflection.
My friend
Addresses an unspecified friend, suggesting a shared experience or understanding.
And now I believe I've come
Expresses a newfound self-awareness or realization about the artist's identity.
To see myself again
Implies a positive shift or resolution in the artist's perception of self.
These days I sit on cornerstones
Repeats the earlier imagery of sitting on cornerstones and measuring time.
Count the time in quarter tones 'till ten
Reiterates the act of counting time in "quarter tones" until ten.
My friend
Restates the presence of an unidentified friend during this contemplative process.
Please don't confront me with my failure
Requests not to be confronted with past failures, indicating an awareness of personal shortcomings.
I'm aware of it
Confirms the artist's awareness of personal failures without the need for external reminders.
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