By Your Side
Healing Hearts by Moonlight: Lola Kirke's 'By Your Side' Meaning
Lyrics
Oh I never walked a street of gold
Expressing a lack of experience in an idealized or prosperous situation ("street of gold").
A rainbow) is color you can't hold
Highlighting the intangible nature of certain beautiful things like rainbows.
But if you wanna see the stars open your eyes
Encouraging someone to appreciate the beauty of the world by looking at the stars.
I can heal your broken heart, just let me try
Offering support and the possibility of healing emotional pain if given the chance.
You can't get to heaven when you're still alive
Suggesting that reaching a heavenly state is not possible while still alive.
Though I may never get in
Admitting uncertainty about accessing heaven but expressing a desire.
I get close
Feeling a sense of proximity or nearness to something desired.
WHEN IM BY YOUR SIDE
Emphasizing the closeness and support provided when being with the person referred to ("BY YOUR SIDE").
BY YOUR SIDE
-BY YOUR SIDE
-Oh I drift away whenever you're out there
Feeling a sense of detachment or drifting when the person is not present.
A blue moon shines down I send up a prayer
Mentioning a rare and special occurrence ("blue moon") and expressing a spiritual connection through prayer.
Now I lay me down to sleep closin' my eyes
Referencing a bedtime ritual, possibly highlighting a sense of security and peace.
I know where I wanna be and I know why
Expressing a clear understanding of personal desires and goals.
You can't get to heaven when you're still alive
Reiterating the idea that certain ideal states are not achievable in the realm of the living.
I may never get in
Acknowledging the uncertainty of accessing heaven while alive.
but I get so close
Feeling proximity to a desired state, despite uncertainties.
WHEN IM BY YOUR SIDE
Reiterating the importance of being close to the person ("BY YOUR SIDE").
BY YOUR SIDE
-BY YOUR SIDE
-BRIDGE SOLO
Instrumental section, likely expressing emotions or contemplation without lyrics.
I'm so close
Reiterating the feeling of closeness.
WHEN IM BY YOUR SIDE
Repeating the central theme of finding comfort and proximity when with the person ("BY YOUR SIDE").
BY YOUR SIDE
-BY YOUR SIDE
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