Omaha
Capturing Tomorrow's Wings in Omaha
Lyrics
The way you look at me
The speaker is noticing the way someone looks at them.
I don't even have words to say
The speaker is unable to find words to express their feelings.
I wanna know your name
The speaker expresses a desire to know the person's name.
And hold your hand, and maybe get laid
The speaker wants to hold hands and potentially be intimate.
Is it too much to ask that your friends
The speaker hopes that the person's friends will give them a chance.
Give me a chance
The speaker emphasizes their plea for an opportunity.
I might be a man but I'm not all bad
The speaker acknowledges their flaws but insists they are not entirely bad.
I'm just a kid
The speaker sees themselves as a young person, despite being a man.
So you're leavin' town tomorrow
The person the speaker is addressing is leaving town soon.
But for now, you're lying here with me
Despite the imminent departure, the person is currently spending time with the speaker.
Omaha
Repetition of the location "Omaha," possibly significant to the narrative.
Omaha
Repetition of "Omaha" for emphasis or emotional effect.
Could there be a way to make you stay
The speaker wonders if there's a way to make the person stay.
Here with me
The speaker wants the person to stay with them.
Stupid dinner dates, picture shows
Reference to dissatisfaction with traditional dating activities.
Walks under the trees
Describes pleasant activities like walks under the trees.
Is there a boy out west
Suggests competition with a boy from the west who might love the person.
Who loves you better than me
Comparison of the speaker's love to that of a boy from the west.
That's just fine
The speaker accepts the situation, indicating resilience.
I'll have you here in my dreams
The speaker finds solace in dreams of being with the person.
So you're leavin' town tomorrow
Reiteration of the imminent departure of the person.
But for now, you're lying here with me
Despite the impending departure, the person is currently lying with the speaker.
Omaha
Repetition of "Omaha," possibly indicating emotional significance.
Omaha
Repetition of "Omaha" for continued emotional emphasis.
When tomorrow comes
Reference to the future when the person will leave.
You and I can start again just like the butterfly
Hopeful imagery of starting anew, likened to a butterfly's transformation.
When tomorrow comes
Reiteration of the potential for a fresh start when tomorrow comes.
You can I can start again just like the butterfly
Repetition of the idea of a new beginning, likened to a butterfly.
(Now my heart belongs in Omaha)
The speaker expresses a sense of belonging or attachment to Omaha.
When tomorrow comes
Reiteration of the possibility of a new start with the person when tomorrow comes.
You and I can start again just like the butterfly
Continued hope for a fresh beginning, likened to a butterfly's transformation.
(Now my heart belongs in Omaha)
The speaker repeats the sentiment of their heart belonging in Omaha.
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