Everything That Rises
Rising and Falling: A Tale of Love and Pride
Lyrics
There was a time, I was yours and you were mine
There was a time of mutual belonging and commitment.
We shone in the light of the day
The relationship was vibrant and illuminated during the daylight.
No trouble no pain, straight talking as they say
No difficulties or sorrows; communication was straightforward.
Nothing could stand in our way
Nothing could hinder or obstruct our connection.
Two people in a trance
Both partners were deeply engrossed or captivated.
Two fighters in a dance
Engaged in a metaphorical dance, possibly implying a struggle or challenge.
They respect each others fears
Mutual respect for each other's anxieties or apprehensions.
A fighter's pride is built on fear
A warrior's sense of honor is rooted in their acknowledgment of fear.
I... I'm amazed, I let it slip away
Expressing surprise and regret for allowing something valuable to be lost.
I... I am crazed, it's running through my brain
The speaker feels overwhelmed and mentally distressed.
Everything that rises... has to fall
An acknowledgment that everything that reaches its peak will eventually decline or fail.
Somewhere I read, the truth is better left unsaid
Suggests that some truths are better left unspoken to avoid pain.
Avoid all the hurt and the pain
Advises avoiding emotional distress and suffering.
I'm a crooked companion, you'd better watch your step
The speaker admits to being a flawed companion, urging caution.
When i take you out to play
Warning about potential consequences when engaging in activities or interactions.
Drink from this golden cup, the days aren't long enough
A metaphorical encouragement to savor fleeting moments, as time is limited.
Hoist up the scarlet sails, but i jumped to shore as we moved away
Symbolic imagery of setting sail but choosing to stay ashore during movement.
I... I'm amazed, I let it slip away
Repetition of the speaker's amazement at letting something valuable slip away.
I... I am crazed, it's running through my brain
The speaker's mental state is described as crazed due to regret.
Everything that rises... has to fall
Reiteration of the theme that everything that rises eventually falls.
I... I'm amazed, I let it slip away
Repeating the feeling of amazement at losing something valuable.
I... I am crazed, it's running through my brain
Re-emphasizing the mental distress caused by the loss.
Everything that rises... has to fall
A final reminder of the inevitability of decline for everything that reaches its peak.
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