Lyrics
I remember when I wrote songs
The artist reflects on a time when they used to write songs.
Now I'm on the brink of losing faith
The artist feels close to losing faith in something, possibly related to their musical journey.
Maybe I've just worked too long
Suggests that the artist might be fatigued or exhausted from extensive work.
I'm outta touch and I need a break
The artist feels disconnected and in need of a break.
Set a reminder
Expresses a desire to set a reminder for something important.
I need a reminder
Reiterates the need for a reminder, emphasizing the importance of memory or guidance.
Just keep moving
Encouragement to keep moving forward despite challenges.
Set a reminder
Repeats the importance of setting a reminder, possibly for self-motivation.
Pull up your anchor
Metaphorically advises to lift the anchor, suggesting letting go of burdens or hindrances.
Because without you
Without a particular person, the artist feels emptiness or a lack of purpose.
I'm left with nothing to lose
Expressing the profound impact of the absence of the mentioned person.
I remember when you last fell down
Recalls a specific moment when someone fell, possibly symbolizing a low point.
You were on the mend but losing steam
Describes the person's condition as improving but still losing momentum.
Off to the next New England town
Relocating to a new place, possibly indicating change or progression.
Even at our worst, name a better team
Even in challenging times, the artist considers the mentioned person the best companion.
Then you got a phone call
Describes a moment when the person received a phone call, possibly bringing bad news.
And I watched you fall
Witnessing the person's emotional downfall.
There was nothing that you could do
Despite efforts, there was nothing the person could do in response to the call.
Five thousand K away
Indicates a significant physical distance (5,000 kilometers) from the person.
Left you with nothing to say
The person's silence, possibly due to shock or despair, left them speechless.
To console you
The artist couldn't find words to comfort the person.
Well I've got something to say to you
The artist now has something important to say to the person.
A difference a year can make
Reflects on the transformative power of a year, acknowledging personal growth.
Maybe I'm preaching to the choir
Expresses uncertainty about whether the artist's message resonates with the intended audience.
It seems that the time's worth taking
Suggests that investing time is valuable for personal improvement.
To make ourselves a little bit better
Encourages self-improvement to make life better.
When all is said and done
Reflection on the completion of a task or a phase with a sense of accomplishment.
We could leave today
A contemplation of leaving the current situation or starting anew.
Forever on the run
The idea of being on the run, possibly seeking a perpetual sense of adventure or change.
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