Lyrics
Hold my head high
Expressing confidence and self-assurance by holding one's head high.
So I won't see what is comin' underneath
Avoiding anticipation of negative things that might be approaching.
Baby pelican
Metaphorically referring to oneself as a baby pelican, possibly emphasizing vulnerability or dependency.
I got no wings so I'm walkin' in the sand
Acknowledging limitations ("no wings") and navigating difficulties ("walkin' in the sand").
Thoughtful into the night
Repeating the idea of being thoughtful, possibly reflecting on life or personal experiences.
Thoughtful into the night
-One day I will run away, run away
Expressing a desire to escape ("run away") and not be burdened by grief, with a realization that others' judgments were incorrect.
Do not grieve, baby 'cause I will not
-Oh, my darlin' someday I will run away, run away
-And realize that they were always wrong
-I wander on and I will never come back
Emphasizing a commitment to keep wandering and never return.
I've seen them shakes
Describing the chaotic and unpredictable nature of life ("rollercoaster") and preparing for challenges, possibly using snowfall as a metaphor.
Their bodies throw, it's a rollercoaster
-I don't know better, no
-Put my Wellies on and wait for the snow to fall
-Gently in the night, gently in the night
-One day I will run away, run away
Reiterating the desire to run away, emphasizing that others were wrong in their judgments.
Do not grieve, baby 'cause I will not
-Oh, my darlin' someday I will run away, run away
-And realize that they were always wrong
-I wander on and one day I will run away, run away
Continuing the theme of escaping and rejecting grief, with a determination to never return.
Do not grieve, baby 'cause I will not
-Oh, my darlin' someday I will run away, run away
-And realize that they were always wrong
-I wander on and I will never come back
Reiterating the commitment to wander and not come back.
Trust me, baby star
Encouraging trust and perseverance ("Trust me, baby star") despite inevitable losses and challenges.
These things you know in your heart
-You go, you go and you will lose
-You lose so much, but keep up
-Trust me, baby star
Repeating the message of trusting oneself and avoiding betrayal, with a warning about the consequences of losing one's way.
These things you know
-Don't you ever go cheat on your heart
-Ooh, if it leaves you
-You'll be lost in the dark
Highlighting the potential emotional darkness if one strays from their true path.
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