River
Navigating Life's River: A Poetic Journey by Jake Rozier
Lyrics
Well this world it seems
Expressing a perception that the world appears designed for someone more significant than oneself.
Was built for someone bigger than us
Suggesting a feeling of inadequacy or smallness in comparison to the world's expectations.
So we trip and fall at the beck and call
Describing a tendency to stumble and fall in response to the commands of those trusted without question.
Of those we blindly trust
Highlighting blind trust in others, acknowledging potential consequences.
But when your luck starts to turn and your stars align
Noting a positive turn of events, where luck improves and things fall into place.
You'll get to thinking that you know a little bit about this life
Reflecting on the confidence gained when life seems to be understood to some extent.
But when you crash and burn child you'll come to find
Warning about the harsh reality of life when facing failure or adversity.
It's really just a roll of the dice
Describing life as unpredictable, akin to a game of chance.
It's cold where this river's bound, but baby keep traveling downstream
Referring to the challenges ahead, emphasizing the need to keep moving forward despite difficulties.
There's gold waiting to be found if we can keep out from the deeps
Suggesting that rewards await those who persevere and avoid deeper problems.
Some things will change, some will stay the same, and some will hurt before you get that ring
Acknowledging that life involves a mix of changes, constants, and painful experiences before achieving certain goals, like a marriage ring.
So don't let me drown if you don't want this boat to sink
Pleading not to be abandoned during tough times, to prevent collective failure.
Well these shields of ours
Referring to personal defenses that shield from the hardships of life.
They guard us from the whip of the night
Highlighting the protective nature of these defenses against the challenges of the night.
But they weigh us down and when morning comes around
Acknowledging the burden of these defenses, hindering the ability to stand upright in the morning.
Well we can never seem to stand ourselves upright
Expressing difficulty in facing oneself after relying on defensive mechanisms.
So hold onto me and I vow
Promising to hold on to the relationship despite challenges.
To keep my grip
Committing to maintaining a grip on the relationship, even if it requires a significant effort.
And even if that means risking everything
Expressing a willingness to risk everything for the sake of the relationship.
Well honey, you can send me right down with the ship
Offering to face the consequences together, even if it means going down with the ship.
It's cold where this river's bound, but baby keep traveling downstream
Reiterating the challenges ahead and the importance of continuing the journey together.
There's gold waiting to be found if we can keep out from the deeps
Emphasizing potential rewards for staying on course and avoiding deep troubles.
Some things will change, some will stay the same, and some will hurt before you get that ring
Repeating the idea that change, consistency, and pain are part of the journey towards commitment.
So don't let me drown if you don't want this boat to sink
Reaffirming the plea not to be abandoned, reinforcing the importance of mutual support.
Slow down
Encouraging a slowdown, recognizing the urgency of the situation as water enters the boat.
We're taking water fast
Describing a dire situation where the boat is rapidly taking in water.
Don't you jump the gun, there's no need to run
Advising against hasty decisions, as the difficulties have already been faced.
From what we've already passed
Emphasizing the importance of confronting and overcoming past challenges.
It's cold where this river's bound, but baby keep traveling downstream
Reiterating the challenges of the journey and the need to persevere together.
There's gold waiting to be found if we can keep out from the deeps
Highlighting the potential rewards awaiting those who navigate the difficulties successfully.
Some things will change, some will stay the same, and some will hurt before you get that ring
Echoing the idea that life involves a mix of changes, constants, and painful experiences before achieving certain goals.
And I won't let you drown 'cause I don't want this goddamn boat to sink
Reaffirming the commitment to prevent the relationship from sinking, showing determination to face challenges together.
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