Falling
Soar Beyond Despair: Missy Higgins' Melodic Journey of Redemption
Lyrics
Don't say what you're about to say.
The speaker advises against speaking something potentially regrettable.
Believe me, you are my fate.
The speaker deeply believes that the listener is destined or meant for them.
And I believe you'll find a way,
The speaker has faith that the listener will find a solution or a way out of their current situation.
or will you keep on falling until you reach the ground?
Questioning if the listener will continue to face challenges or hardships until they hit rock bottom.
Of your lonely mind will you ever find yourself again?
Wondering if the listener will ever regain their sense of identity or purpose amidst their struggles.
And will you keep on dying until you've finally found
Questioning if the listener will continue to suffer or deteriorate until they find peace or solace.
a better place where you find you will not wake up again?
Reflecting on the idea of finding a place or state where the listener might not have to face their problems or wake up to them.
Cause what you see is crystal wall,
Describing a clear or transparent barrier that might represent a perceived reality.
what you breath is silver air,
Describing the quality of the air as pure or valuable, perhaps highlighting a sense of freedom or purity.
but weigh this moment with a future of your dreams no longer there.
Urging the listener to consider the present moment in comparison to a future where their dreams might be unattainable.
What you'll see is burning black,
Describing a dark or destructive vision or perspective.
and what'll you see is empty air,
Highlighting a sense of emptiness or void in the surroundings or perception.
so way this moment with a future of your dreams no longer there...
Encouraging the listener to evaluate their current situation against a potentially bleak future.
You're falling... yeah,
Stating a repeated observation or acknowledgment that the listener is in a state of decline or descent.
You're falling... yeah,
Reiterating the observation that the listener continues to experience a downward trajectory.
So take my hand, and come on let's fly.
Inviting the listener to join the speaker in pursuing a more positive or uplifting path.
There's always someone laughing,
Highlighting the presence of individuals who might be mocking or looking down upon the listener.
from the corner of their cage,
Describing a confined or limited space, suggesting restriction or confinement.
but to fly amongst the mountains you must dance within the waves.
Encouraging the listener to embrace challenges or obstacles to achieve greater heights or experiences.
Or will you keep on falling until you reach the ground?
Reiterating the earlier question about whether the listener will continue to fall until they hit rock bottom.
Of your lonely mind will you ever find yourself again?
Questioning the listener's ability to rediscover themselves amidst their struggles.
And will you keep on dying until you've finally found a better
Questioning if the listener will continue to endure hardships until they find a peaceful or final resting place.
place where you find you will not wake up again?
Reflecting on the idea of finding a state or place where the listener doesn't have to confront their issues.
Cause what you see is crystal wall,
Describing a clear or transparent barrier that might symbolize a known reality or limitation.
what you breath is silver air,
Highlighting the quality of the air as pure or pristine.
but weigh this moment with a future of your dreams no longer there.
Encouraging the listener to evaluate the present against a potential future where their dreams might remain unfulfilled.
What you'll see is burning black,
Describing a dark or ominous vision or perspective.
and what you'll see is empty air,
Emphasizing a sense of emptiness or void in the environment or perception.
so way this moment with a future of your dreams no longer there...
Encouraging the listener to reflect on their current situation in relation to a potentially grim future.
You're falling... yeah,
Reiterating the observation that the listener is in a state of decline or descent.
You're falling... yeah,
Continuing to acknowledge the listener's continued descent or decline.
So take my hand, and come on let's fly.
Inviting the listener to join the speaker in moving towards a brighter or more positive future.
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