Shadows
Embracing Light: Conquering Shadows with Macartney Reinhardt
Lyrics
Everyone has their fears and their ghosts
Everyone experiences fears and ghosts, personal struggles or challenges.
But mine just won't quit haunting me
The singer's struggles persist and continue to haunt them.
Everybody tells me let it go
People advise the singer to let go of their troubles.
Don't know how strong I have to be
The singer is uncertain about the strength required to overcome their challenges.
Oh you make me feel better
The presence of someone special makes the singer feel better.
Like nothing ever happened
The positive influence of that person erases past troubles.
When the darkness caves in
In difficult times, the singer turns to someone for support.
I turn to you
The person being referred to provides comfort and solace.
Oh you distract me from all of reality
This person distracts the singer from the harshness of reality.
And you make me know
The person helps the singer gain self-awareness and perspective.
That I should look up at the sun and not back at my shadow
The importance of focusing on a positive future rather than dwelling on past hardships.
To the point where it's about to take over me
The singer feels overwhelmed and on the verge of losing control.
So lost in this tunnel and now I can't see
The singer is disoriented and unable to see clearly.
I keep hearing voices in my head saying it's ok
Despite hearing encouraging voices, the struggle persists.
But I'm just trying my best to make it through everyday
The singer is putting in effort to navigate through daily challenges.
And you make me know
Reiteration of the importance of looking towards a positive future.
That I should look up at the sun and not back at my shadow
Emphasizing the need to focus on the positive and not dwell on the negative past.
And you make me know
Reiteration of the guidance to look towards the sun and not the shadow.
That I should look up at the sun and not back at my shadow
Continued emphasis on avoiding fixation on negative aspects.
It's not something you can hide
An acknowledgment that personal struggles are evident but not easily concealed.
But it's something that you fight
Highlighting the necessity to confront and overcome challenges.
Conquering and grieving hopelessly believing
Describing the process of overcoming difficulties with a mix of despair and hope.
And now it's alright because we made it through
A declaration that the struggles have been overcome, and everything is now alright.
And I can finally see the light
The singer can finally see the light, indicating a positive resolution.
See the light
Reiteration of seeing the light, symbolizing clarity and positivity.
And you make me know
Reaffirmation of the person's positive influence on the singer.
That I should look up at the sun
Emphasizing the importance of looking towards a bright future.
And not back at my shadow
Reiteration of the advice to focus on the sun and not the shadow.
And you make me know
Continued emphasis on looking towards positivity.
That I should look up at the sun
Reiteration of the guidance to focus on the sun and not the shadow.
And not back at my shadow
Final emphasis on moving forward and avoiding dwelling on the past.
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