Lyrics
My mother always said to me, "Be honest to yourself
Advice from the speaker's mother to prioritize self-honesty.
And always be the best that you can be
Encouragement to always strive for personal excellence.
Never let life pass you by", was her philosophy
Emphasizing the importance of not missing out on life.
But I never saw the tears she cried
Recognition that the speaker didn't notice their mother's hidden emotional pain.
You can't stop the rain falling
Repetition emphasizing the inevitability of challenges ("rain") in life.
Stop the rain falling
-Can't stop the rain falling
-Stop the rain falling down
-There comes a time when every boy
A recognition of the universal process of personal growth and self-discovery.
Grows up to be himself
An assertion that individuals eventually become their authentic selves.
Always searching for the perfect plan
The ongoing quest for a perfect plan defining one's life journey.
To define his rite of passage, his responsibility
The acknowledgment of the responsibility that comes with growing up.
So he can do the best he can
The aspiration to do one's best in fulfilling responsibilities.
But you can't stop the rain falling
Reiteration of the idea that challenges (rain) cannot be avoided.
Stop the rain falling
-Can't stop the rain falling
-Stop the rain falling down
-If we knew what we know now, we'd probably change
Reflection on the potential for change if past knowledge was applied.
How we've handled humanity
Recognition of human mistakes in handling collective issues.
So we have to believe we have come to our senses
A call to believe that humanity has learned from its mistakes.
In truth and sincerity
Emphasis on the importance of truth and sincerity in this realization.
You can't stop the rain falling
Repetition highlighting the ongoing challenges that cannot be prevented.
Stop the rain falling
-Can't stop the rain falling
-Stop the rain falling
-You can't stop the rain falling down
Emphasis on the enduring nature of life's difficulties ("rain").
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