Up Again
Rising Through Adversity: Embracing Resilience in 'Up Again' by Paper Lights
Lyrics
I’ve thought a lot about just what it means to be
The speaker has contemplated deeply about the qualities needed to become a well-rounded individual.
a well rounded man
Being a well-rounded man requires more time now compared to the past.
it takes a lot more time than what it used to heal
It takes an extended period to heal emotionally or physically from past experiences.
and catch my breath
Recovering and regaining composure after facing difficulties.
If you could see me now would you be proud
The speaker wonders if their current self would meet the expectations of someone important.
would I let you down
Questioning whether they've disappointed or failed to meet someone's hopes or standards.
Take a stand or never take a chance
Deciding whether to take a bold stance or avoid taking risks.
to get knocked down
Being willing to face challenges, experience setbacks, and recover from them.
and get back up again
Enduring difficulties, falling, but having the strength to stand up again.
Home never looks quite like it did back then
The feeling of home doesn’t resemble the past as the speaker returns.
when you return
The nostalgia of home isn't the same upon revisiting it.
With a few less friends than back when we began
Returning home with fewer friends compared to the initial time period.
but it still burns the same
Despite changes, the emotional connection or intensity remains unchanged.
If you could see me now would you be proud
Similar to line 6, wondering about meeting someone's expectations if they were present.
would I let you down
Continuing the query about disappointing or failing to meet certain standards.
Take a stand or never take a chance
Choosing between taking a firm position or avoiding risks altogether.
to get knocked down
Being open to facing challenges, experiencing setbacks, and bouncing back.
and get back up again
Emphasizing the resilience to endure hardships and stand tall again after falling.
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