These Trails
Wandering Footprints: The Meaning Behind 'These Trails'
Lyrics
You can't get out there too early
You cannot begin the journey too early.
to see the scenery far and near
To observe the landscape both near and far.
but all the scenery that I see
All the scenery observed reveals footprints everywhere.
are footprints everywhere
Symbolizing past experiences and influences.
These trails I'm walking on
Questions whether the paths being walked lead astray or toward someone.
do they stray or do they lead to you?
Pondering the destination of the trails.
I don't know
Expresses uncertainty about the ultimate destination.
I just keep on
Continues the journey without clear knowledge of the destination.
these trails
Emphasizes persistence on the paths despite uncertainty.
I'm supposed to watch my step here
Advises caution and mindfulness in the journey.
without ever asking why
Suggests following without questioning the purpose.
but everywhere without a guard rail is called a death trap now
Highlights the danger of unguarded paths labeled as perilous by those who survived.
by folks who didn't die
Ironically, those who label paths as dangerous have not experienced harm.
These trails I'm walking on
Reiterates the uncertainty of whether the trails lead astray or to someone.
do they stray or do they lead to you?
Reaffirms the mystery of the destination on the trails.
I don't know
Expresses uncertainty about the ultimate destination.
I just keep on
Continues the journey without clear knowledge of the destination.
these trails
Emphasizes persistence on the paths despite uncertainty.
Know I should look around and see what
Awareness of the need to explore and appreciate the sky.
is in the sky and get my mind blown
Desire to be amazed by the vastness and wonders above.
But my eyes are on the ground, you see I'm searching for a spot
Focus on the ground, searching for a place to make a personal mark.
to leave a foot print of my own
Desire to leave a lasting impact or legacy.
These trails I'm walking on
Reiterates the uncertainty of whether the trails lead astray or to someone.
do they stray or do they lead to you?
Reaffirms the mystery of the destination on the trails.
I don't know
Expresses uncertainty about the ultimate destination.
I just keep on
Continues the journey without clear knowledge of the destination.
these trails
Emphasizes persistence on the paths despite uncertainty.
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