A New Normal
Navigating Shadows: A Poignant Journey Through Life's Struggles
Lyrics
I guess it's hard to be honest
Expressing difficulty in being truthful.
when I can't convince myself.
Struggling to believe in one's own honesty.
There's any light in the distance,
Doubting the existence of hope in the future.
and the candles burning out.
Sensing a diminishing optimism represented by a burning candle.
I saw the weight on my father's shoulders
Observing the burden on the father leading to emotional breakdown.
was enough to bring him down.
Acknowledging the impact of familial struggles on the individual.
This was enough to bring us down.
Recognizing the collective impact, potentially on relationships or family dynamics.
Close my eyes and try to fall asleep
Struggling to find peace in sleep, with a restless mind.
but I can't focus on anything.
Difficulty concentrating due to overwhelming thoughts.
Turn my phone away, I'm too afraid.
Avoiding negative information to shield oneself emotionally.
Like bad news has a grudge with me.
Feeling as if bad news is personally targeted.
You always smiled like you didn't feel it.
Acknowledging a facade of happiness despite internal struggles.
You never wanted us to be scared.
Desiring to protect loved ones from fear.
Sometimes I wanna just tell you bout my day.
Expressing a desire for open communication about daily experiences.
Talk about your life, all the things you've planned.
Yearning for discussions about plans and life with a loved one.
Just trying to find some normality.
Seeking normality in the midst of challenging circumstances.
But I guess...
Reflecting on the acceptance of a new, challenging reality.
This is normal now.
Acceptance of the current situation as the new normal.
I wish you could know
Expressing a wish for someone to understand a personal struggle.
I would've given anything
Expressing a willingness to sacrifice anything to alleviate another's pain.
just to take it all away.
Regret for not being able to change a difficult situation.
This whole year
Describing a challenging and difficult year.
has felt like quicksand,
Comparing the year's difficulties to sinking in quicksand.
the more I fight
Expressing the futility of resistance against challenges.
the more I'm sinking in.
Noting that resistance may worsen the situation.
But now it's calm.
Transitioning to a calmer state after facing challenges.
Everybody leaves there marks on us.
Acknowledging the impact others have on one's life.
All I hope is that it fades in time.
Hoping for the fading of negative influences over time.
I won't hold my breath.
Expressing skepticism and not expecting immediate change.
I won't hold it.
Declaring a lack of optimism for a quick resolution.
But I'm still holding on
Clutching onto memories and words spoken by a loved one.
to everything you said to me.
Resisting the fading of a loved one's influence or presence.
I won't let your voice fade.
Determined to preserve the impact of a loved one's voice.
I sat down beside you,
Recalling a moment of emotional support by being physically present.
it was all I could do,
Expressing helplessness and the extent of emotional support provided.
and held your hand.
Physically expressing care and connection through holding hands.
You
Directing attention to a specific person or the act of holding hands.
told me
Verbalizing love in a moment of emotional connection.
you loved me.
Recalling a declaration of love in a poignant moment.
I have to go home,
Acknowledging the necessity to leave a comforting environment.
I'll see you soon.
Expressing anticipation of a future reunion.
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