You Were Always There For Me
Echoes of Regret: A Melodic Reflection on Missed Moments
Lyrics
My little angel, where did you run to
Reflecting on the absence of someone dear and questioning where they have gone.
Growing up so fast, I could hardly breathe
Expressing surprise at how quickly the person has grown up, causing a sense of breathlessness.
Look at your life now, running in circles
Observing the individual's current life, characterized by repetitive and challenging circumstances.
It's a lot harder than it seems
Acknowledging that the challenges in the person's life are more difficult than they may appear.
And now, that I'm a bit older
Realizing, with age, the value of time spent with the person and a sense of regret for wasted time.
I realize all that time I wasted, with you
Expressing regret for time wasted and a desire to revisit the past.
I wish I could go back, to a time and place
Yearning to return to a specific moment in the past, possibly a more carefree time.
When I was much younger
Longing for the innocence of youth when the speaker was much younger.
And let you know how I really felt
Expressing a desire to communicate genuine feelings that were not shared in the past.
And you, were always there
Acknowledging the constant presence and support of the person addressed.
In my time of need
Recognizing the support received during challenging times.
Where was I when, I had more time to give
Reflecting on missed opportunities to give more time and attention when it was available.
One of these days, I'm going to drive to the sea
Expressing a future plan to go to the sea, possibly seeking solace or reflection.
We would be alone, but I'd walk until I'd find my way back home
Imagining being alone at the sea and contemplating finding one's way back home.
And you, were always there
Reiterating the consistent support provided by the person during challenging times.
In my time of need
Re-emphasizing the support received during moments of need.
Where was I when, I had more time to
Reflecting on missed opportunities to be present when more time was available.
you,
Addressing the person directly, emphasizing their enduring presence.
(Young people)
Introducing the idea of young people being trouble, indicating a change in perspective.
we're always there
Affirming the constant presence and support of young people, despite the challenges they pose.
(Are trouble)
Acknowledging the troublesome nature of young people and expressing unexpected realization.
In my time of need
Reiterating the support received from young people during times of need.
(I'd never thought I'd say that)
Expressing surprise at acknowledging the positive aspect of young people's support.
Where was I when, I had more time to
Reflecting on missed opportunities to be present when more time was available.
Young people, are trouble, I never thought I'd say that
Stating a general realization that young people can be troublesome, a thought previously unexpected.
Young people, are trouble, I never thought I'd say that
Repeating the realization about the troublesome nature of young people, underscoring its unexpected nature.
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