There Stands the Glass
A Glass of Salvation: Ted Hawkins' Musical Journey Through Pain and Redemption
Lyrics
There stands the glass
Expressing the presence of a glass, likely filled with alcohol, as a remedy or relief.
That will ease all my pain
Indicating that the contents of the glass have the power to alleviate emotional or physical pain.
That will settle my brain
Suggesting that the drink has a calming effect on the person's thoughts and emotions.
It's my first one today
Acknowledging that the current drink is the first of the day.
There stands the glass
Reiterating the presence of the glass and its potential to drown fears.
That will drown all my fears
Implying that the drink can serve as a means to escape or cope with fears.
That will hide all my tears
Stating that the drink has the ability to conceal tears and emotions.
Brother, I'm on my way
Expressing a determination to move forward, possibly with the influence of the drink.
I'm wondering where you are tonight
Pondering the whereabouts and well-being of someone significant in the singer's life.
I'm wondering if you are alright
Expressing concern about the person's current state or condition.
I'm wondering do you think of me
Questioning whether the person thinks about the singer during difficult times.
In my misery
Reflecting on personal misery and the potential impact on the relationship.
There stands the glass
Repeating the imagery of the glass, emphasizing its significance.
Fill it up to the brim
Encouraging the filling of the glass to the brim, suggesting a desire to drown troubles.
Till my troubles grow dim
Expressing the hope that the drink will diminish or alleviate current problems.
It's my first one today
Reiterating that the current drink is the first of the day.
I'm wondering where you are tonight
Revisiting thoughts about the person's whereabouts and well-being.
I'm wondering if you are alright
Expressing ongoing concern for the person's welfare.
I'm wondering do you think of me
Repeating the question of whether the person thinks about the singer in difficult times.
In my misery
Reflecting on continued personal misery and its impact on the relationship.
There stands the glass
Reiterating the presence of the glass, underscoring its symbolic importance.
Fill it up to the brim
Encouraging the filling of the glass to the brim, emphasizing a desire for relief.
Till my troubles grow dim
Expressing the hope that the drink will make troubles less prominent.
It's my first one today
Acknowledging that the current drink is the first of the day.
There stands the glass
Repeating the declaration of the glass's presence, concluding the narrative.
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