Barely Hanging On
Embers of Heartache: Ian Abel Band's Poetic Reflections
Lyrics
There was fire on the hillside
Describes a fire on the hillside, setting a visual and emotional tone.
That matched the burnin' in our heart
Compares the intensity of the fire to the passion or emotion in their hearts.
I grabbed this ole guitar but didn't know where to start
The narrator, symbolically represented by a guitar, is ready to express emotions but is uncertain where to begin.
Thought I was doing what I could to play my part, but maybe not
Expresses a feeling of trying to contribute or make a difference, but questioning its effectiveness.
What a twist in the plot
Refers to an unexpected turn in the situation, introducing a twist in the narrative.
We're barely hanging on
Repetition of "We're barely hanging on," emphasizing a precarious and challenging situation.
We're barely hanging on
-Truth is I think that we're lost in our ways
The narrator acknowledges feeling lost in their actions or choices.
cnd I'm not sure how long this “we” is here to stay
Expresses uncertainty about the duration of the collective "we" in their current state.
I was told that every dog has it's day
Shares a common saying about everyone having their moment of success.
Well so have I, I'm afraid.
Indicates that the narrator has experienced their moment of success but is now apprehensive.
We're barely hanging on
Reiteration of the precarious state of being, emphasizing the difficulty in holding on.
The writing is on the wall
Suggests a clear indication or warning of challenges or difficulties ahead.
Will you be there to soften the fall
Ponders whether someone will be there to provide support in times of trouble.
c light in the darkness, a call to shine
References the need for a guiding light in difficult times.
We're Barely Hanging On
Reaffirms the fragile state of their situation, echoing the earlier lines.
There was a fire on the hillside
Recalls the earlier mention of a fire on the hillside, creating a sense of continuity or cyclicality.
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