All The Things
Embracing Light: Mezz Coleman's Journey of Self-Discovery in 'All The Things'
Lyrics
We played it safe in the dark
We cautiously navigated a relationship in the shadows
For so long
Over an extended period
We were afraid of each other
We harbored fear and hesitation towards each other
But we are slowly creeping
However, we are gradually emerging
Out in to the light
Into the open, stepping into the light
'Cause we are ready to discover
Because we are prepared to explore
Discover
Emphasizing the theme of discovery
I was ashamed to get undressed
I felt embarrassed to reveal myself
When you left the light on
When you illuminated the space
I wasn't ready to uncover
I wasn't ready to expose
All those parts and pieces of me
All aspects of myself that I deemed flawed
That I thought were wrong
Expressing vulnerability
I was so scared to be your lover
I was fearful of becoming your romantic partner
Your lover
Highlighting concerns in the romantic context
So we played it safe in the dark
Returning to the idea of a cautious approach in the dark
For so long
Reiterating a prolonged period of cautiousness
We were afraid of each other
Reaffirming the fear and apprehension towards one another
But we are slowly creeping
But a gradual shift towards openness is occurring
Out in to the light
Stepping further into the light
'Cause we are ready to discover
Being ready to explore and understand
All the things we are
Emphasizing the upcoming discovery of self and each other
All the things we will never be
Recognizing both positive and negative aspects of ourselves
All the things we hope for
Reflecting on aspirations and desires
All the things we will never be
Acknowledging limitations and things that may never be achieved
Time changes everything
Time is a transformative force
Now at the table we can finally bring
At present, we can openly discuss
All the things we are
The various facets of our identities
All the things we will never be
Reiterating both positive and negative aspects of self
All the things we hope for
Expressing hopes and aspirations
All the things we will never be
Recognizing limitations and unattainable aspects
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