Angel's Hands
When Angels' Hands are Tied: A Heartfelt Tale of Struggle and Redemption
Lyrics
She said, 'I've been up all night and half-scared to death
Expresses concern about someone being up all night, possibly due to worrying or other issues.
I can smell the liquor on your breath
Indicates the presence of alcohol on the person's breath, suggesting potential issues with drinking.
I paid for your rehab with my IRA
Reveals that the speaker used their IRA to pay for the other person's rehabilitation, showing commitment and sacrifice.
Boy, your daddy's be turning in his grave.'
Highlights the disappointment and disapproval of the speaker's actions, with reference to the deceased father.
She said, 'son, I've done all mama can do
Acknowledges the limits of the speaker's ability to help and save the other person.
I can save myself, but I can't save you.'
Emphasizes the inability to rescue the person despite the speaker's efforts to save themselves.
He said, 'I wished you and Jesus would get off my back.'
Expresses frustration with perceived judgment or pressure from religious and moral figures.
They said his truck was doing ninety when he crashed
Reports a tragic incident involving the person's truck, suggesting potential consequences of their actions.
I bet it gets so quiet in heaven sometimes
Suggests a quiet and reflective atmosphere in heaven, alluding to the aftermath of the person's death.
Even God cries when an angel's hands are tied
Conveys the idea that even God feels sorrow when unable to intervene and help someone with tied hands.
They said, 'honey, grown-ups do this all the time.'
Describes a situation where parents attempt to explain a difficult situation to their child.
And tears welled up in their little girl's eyes
Depicts the emotional impact on a child as tears well up in her eyes due to her parents' situation.
They said, 'now, it's not something that you've done
Clarifies to the child that the issues between the parents are not her fault.
It just that mommy and daddy don't get along.'
Highlights the parents' relationship struggles as the cause of the family situation.
She said, 'do you guys mean that you need a time out
Addresses the child's question about the parents needing a break and the possibility of separation.
And that daddy's gonna move to a different house?'
Confirms the need for a time out and hints at potential changes in the family dynamic.
They said, 'you'll have two bedrooms; you're a lucky kid.'
Tries to reassure the child about having two bedrooms despite the family changes.
She said, 'what about Checkers, where's he gonna live?'
Expresses the child's concern about the well-being of a pet named Checkers amid the family changes.
I bet it gets so quiet in heaven sometimes
Reiterates the quietness in heaven, underscoring the emotional impact of challenging situations.
Even God cries when an angel's hands are tied
Recalls the idea that God shares in the sorrow when unable to help someone facing difficulties.
She prays, 'angels, watch me through the night
Describes a prayer for protection and guidance from angels throughout the night.
Stay by my side till morning light
Requests the presence of angels until morning, seeking blessings for the family and their togetherness.
God bless mama, god bless daddy
Includes blessings for both parents, indicating a desire for their well-being and unity.
Keep us together and happy.'
Expresses the hope for the family to stay together and be happy despite the challenges.
I bet it gets so quiet in heaven sometimes
Reiterates the idea that heaven may experience quiet moments when faced with the struggles of individuals on earth.
Even God cries when an angel's hands are tied
Echoes the sentiment that even God may shed tears when unable to intervene and help someone with tied hands.
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