Treasure in a Field
Discovering Hidden Riches: Journey of Life in 'Treasure in a Field'
Lyrics
65 to Franklin isn't too far down the road
Referring to the proximity of Franklin and the speaker's route.
I try to count the exit signs before I make it home
Counting exit signs on the way home, perhaps a metaphor for life's journey.
And I never quite believed her
Doubting or questioning someone's words or promises.
Like a shadow in the sun
Comparing someone's presence to a shadow in the sun.
You can hide and hide
Ability to conceal oneself, but divine awareness prevents true escape.
But God knows you can't run
Emphasizing the inability to escape divine knowledge.
Something like a summer drive does something to your soul
Summer drive impacting the soul, softening the soil, and inducing nostalgia.
It softens up the soil, while it keeps you feeling old
Suggesting a paradoxical mix of emotions – softening and aging.
So we parked beside the countryside
Parking by the countryside to gain respite or reflection.
To buy ourselves some time
Taking a break to escape the relentless passage of time.
You can run and run
The futility of running away from problems or truths.
But God knows you can't hide
Highlighting the impossibility of hiding from divine awareness.
But it's okay
Expressing reassurance or acceptance in a challenging situation.
I think I heard you say
An indication that someone has acknowledged a truth or realization.
That the day you find out that you've been wrong
The moment of realization about being wrong and its consequences.
Is the day you give up all the things you've ever owned
Letting go of material possessions upon acknowledging a mistake.
And the year you finally start digging
Embarking on a journey of self-discovery or change.
Is just the first of all the years before the yield
Starting a new phase in life, with potential hardships.
But ain't that just like treasure in a field
Comparing life's challenges to hidden treasures in a field.
Well the river ran beside us like a father to a son
Metaphorically describing a river's presence in a supportive role.
And we settled like a chorus in an old familiar song
Settling into a familiar and harmonious life situation.
We were looking for a Kingdom
Seeking a valuable and meaningful purpose or destination.
That was worth its weight in gold
A Kingdom symbolizing a goal worth striving for.
That you can buy and buy
Emphasizing the inability to possess certain valuable things.
But God knows you can't own
Highlighting divine ownership and control over significant aspects of life.
So just hold on my dear
An encouragement to persevere in the pursuit of meaningful goals.
I think we'll find it here
Optimism about finding the sought-after destination or purpose.
And it's okay
Reiterating a sense of acceptance or reassurance in difficult times.
I think I heard you say
A confirmation of hearing someone express themselves.
That the day you find out that you've been wrong
The consequential day of realizing a mistake and relinquishing possessions.
Is the day you give up all the things you've ever owned
Continuation of the theme of letting go upon acknowledging errors.
And the day you set out for something real
The decisive day of pursuing something genuine and risking for personal growth.
Is the day you risk your life to finally be healed
The acknowledgment that overcoming challenges leads to healing.
And the moment passes, and the hurt is gone
The passing of a difficult moment, resulting in emotional recovery.
And you set your sails toward a Kingdom and a song
Setting sail towards a meaningful destination and purpose.
And the year you finally find love
The beginning of a journey towards experiencing true love.
Is just the first of all the years before the yield
The initial steps in a journey filled with years of growth and learning.
But ain't that just like treasure in a field
Reflecting on the inherent value found in life's challenges and experiences.
Comment