Lyrics
Don’t go, come on back and take me with you
Expressing a plea for someone not to leave and to take the speaker along.
Not sure of where you’re going and where you’re gonna be
Addressing uncertainty about the destination and future plans of the person leaving.
I know it’s not forever just for now but
Acknowledging that the separation is temporary but emphasizing the need for communication.
Say so, you never know, you never know
Encouraging the person to express their feelings and intentions since the future is uncertain.
Don’t wait, it won’t be long before I follow
Anticipating a short time before the speaker follows the person who left.
Your name, engraved upon the stone above your head
Referring to a grave or memorial with the person's name already inscribed, suggesting a premonition of their fate.
You’ll stay, underground and waiting for me
Imagining the departed person waiting underground, possibly symbolizing death or a profound change.
That day’s not far away, not far away
Assuring that the day of reunion is approaching, providing a sense of hope.
Old hearts, unpack your bags, you’re never leaving
Addressing a collective group ('Old hearts') to settle in and accept that departure is not imminent.
Under stars, waking up to sleep again
Describing a cycle of waking and sleeping beneath the stars, hinting at a contemplative or dreamlike state.
Don’t ever leave, we’re near the end
Requesting not to leave as the situation is reaching its conclusion or climax.
Your eyes are painted on the ghost that haunts me
Linking the departed person's eyes to a haunting presence, possibly a lingering memory or influence.
You’re right that I’m not ready for the other side
Acknowledging the speaker's unreadiness for whatever awaits on the 'other side,' which could be metaphorical or literal.
Don’t cry, I’m holding on for just tomorrow
Encouraging resilience and holding on with the expectation of a better tomorrow.
In time, you’re ever mine, you’re ever mine, and
Stating the enduring connection over time, suggesting a lasting bond with the departed.
Old hearts, unpack your bags, you’re never leaving
Reiterating the idea that those with 'old hearts' should settle in and accept a sense of permanence.
Under stars, waking up to sleep again
Describing a recurring pattern of awakening and returning to sleep beneath the stars.
Don’t ever leave, we’re near the end
Reiterating the plea not to leave, emphasizing the proximity of the end.
Old hearts, unpack your bags, you’re never leaving
Repeating the call for 'old hearts' to accept a sense of rootedness and permanence.
Under stars, waking up to sleep again
Reiterating the cycle of awakening and returning to sleep beneath the stars.
Don’t ever leave, we’re near the end
Emphasizing the urgency of not leaving, possibly alluding to a critical juncture or conclusion.
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