Barbara
Barbara: A Musical Ode to Finding Comfort in Solitude
Lyrics
If you’re running from your doorstep
If you’re running away from your home,
And you don’t know where to go to
Feeling lost or directionless,
Drinking rosé in the rain
Engaging in simple pleasures despite difficulties,
Or listening to the same song over and over again
Repeating a familiar song, seeking comfort or familiarity,
If you’re lost on a strange path
If you’re confused or uncertain about your journey,
Needing a gate to turn into
Looking for guidance or a way forward,
Far from the sun
Feeling distant or disconnected,
Or listening to someone happier than yourself
Hearing someone happier and contrasting it with your own feelings,
Barbara
Addressing someone named Barbara,
Barbara
Repeating the name, emphasizing connection or reassurance,
I’ll be there
Offering presence or support,
I’ll be there
Reiterating the promise of being there for comfort,
And although you may not see me
Even if not physically visible,
The trees they will remember
Nature or surroundings will retain the memory,
Speak my name
Invoke my name for a positive change,
And rosé will be sweet
Symbolizing sweetness or positivity in life,
And suddenly, inclement weather will retreat
Challenging times will subside with invoking positivity,
Although you may not see me
Despite invisibility, there is an enduring presence,
Although you may not see me
Reiteration of hidden but consistent support,
Speak my name and
Requesting to call upon the name for comfort or change,
Barbara
Directly addressing Barbara again,
Barbara
Repeating the name, emphasizing connection or reassurance,
I’ll be there
Offering presence or support,
I’ll be there
Reiterating the promise of being there for comfort,
I’ll be there
Emphasizing continued support and presence.
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