Catching Up
Chasing Shadows: John Moreland's Reflections on Life's Weight
Lyrics
Now trouble comes and goes
Expressing the cyclical nature of trouble in life.
Ain't nothing new I suppose
Acknowledging that facing challenges is a common experience.
Weight of the world, win and lose
Reflecting on the burdens of life, encompassing both victories and defeats.
And all that defeat has a way of catchin' up to you
Highlighting the lingering impact of failure and how it catches up over time.
You know The Bass left me sore
Referring to a painful experience, possibly a betrayal or emotional hurt.
But it's that same pass I gotta be thankful for
Finding gratitude in difficult experiences, suggesting personal growth.
You know I can't change what's always gonna be
Acceptance of the unchangeable aspects of life.
I try to keep movin' but it always catches up to me
Expressing the struggle to move forward despite past challenges catching up.
No you can't put a man at ease after you take him from his home
Addressing the difficulty of easing someone's pain after displacing them.
I got a hard road up ahead now, and a long way left to go
Anticipating a tough journey ahead with a considerable distance to cover.
And I keep on lookin' back over my shoulder
Continuously looking back at past experiences, possibly with regret.
Looks like the world's gettin' colder
Observing a perceived deterioration of the world and its atmosphere.
And now I'm haunted by the hope, days I'll never know
Haunted by unfulfilled aspirations and the longing for different days.
I hear the church bells ring, the choir sing, wakin' up the ghost
Noticing traditional symbols of hope and spirituality, juxtaposed with a sense of loss.
And I keep on looking back over my shoulder
Continuing to dwell on past experiences, possibly with a sense of remorse.
See the devil get closer
Perceiving the encroachment of negativity or malevolence.
And trouble, time has tell
Stressing the importance of time in revealing the true nature of challenges.
Look for the good in the stories, time will tell
Encouraging a positive perspective on life stories despite hardships.
And when they follow the bad and the blue
Advising to keep moving forward despite encountering bad and challenging situations.
Just keep on movin', don't let 'em catch up to you (no, no, no)
Reiterating the need to persevere and avoid being overtaken by difficulties.
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