What Might've Been
Unfulfilled Dreams and Lingering Regrets: What Might've Been
Lyrics
Lean into the fears
Encouragement to confront and face fears directly.
When I think about what might've been
Reflecting on missed opportunities and paths not taken.
No I couldn't stop the tears
Expressing inability to control emotions, particularly tears.
As I touched your perfect skin
Recalling a moment of intimacy and the sensation of touching someone's flawless skin.
The ghost of your face
The memory or image of the person's face lingering in the mind.
Haunts my sunlit hours
The haunting effect of the person's presence during daylight.
You fade without a trace
The gradual fading away of the person without leaving any noticeable mark.
Unmarked by grave or flowers
No physical or symbolic memorial for the person.
The dream slips in and out
Describing the elusive and fleeting nature of a dream.
Like shadow, lurking doubt
Comparing the dream to a shadow, hinting at underlying uncertainties.
Do I regret the time
Questioning potential regrets regarding a specific period.
When you could've been mine
Pondering the past when a romantic connection might have been possible.
You'd have unruly curls
Imagining physical attributes of the person, like unruly curls.
Wear your grandmother's pearls
Envisioning wearing family heirlooms, connecting to tradition.
Protect the sick and the weak
An idealized role of protecting vulnerable individuals.
Come to me when you're sinking in the deep
Inviting the person to seek comfort in times of trouble.
Tip toe in my room
Imagining playful activities in an intimate space.
Try on my heels, perfume
Exploring gender identity and experimenting with femininity.
Shave legs with daddy's shears
Symbolic act of maturity, using father's tools for self-care.
Thread diamonds on your ears
Adding a touch of luxury and adornment to one's appearance.
Play grown up in the mirror
Role-playing and envisioning adulthood in front of a mirror.
Braid rakhis for your brother
Celebrating family bonds through the tradition of tying rakhi.
Ambitions bloom clearer
Expressing aspirations for personal growth and exploration.
Write stories, go discover
Encouraging the pursuit of knowledge and new experiences.
The dream slips in and out
Repetition emphasizing the cyclical nature of dreams and doubts.
Like shadow, lurking doubt
Continued comparison of the dream to a lurking shadow of uncertainty.
Do I regret the time
Revisiting the contemplation of potential regrets.
When you could've been mine
Reflecting on the past when a romantic connection might have blossomed.
You'd have unruly curls
Reimagining physical features and characteristics of the person.
Wear your grandmother's pearls
Continued imagery of wearing family heirlooms for emotional connection.
Protect the sick and the weak
Affirming the commitment to protect and care for the vulnerable.
Come to me when you're sinking in the deep
Offering support and solace during challenging times.
Share your secrets and wishes
Encouraging openness and sharing of personal thoughts and desires.
While we stand and wash the dishes
Symbolic connection through shared mundane activities like dishwashing.
Hold me close and give me shelter
Seeking emotional closeness and protection during difficult times.
When disease has taken over
Referencing a scenario where illness or adversity is present.
The dream slips in and ou
Reiteration of the cyclical nature of dreams and doubts.
Like shadow, lurking doubt
Continued comparison of the dream to a lurking shadow of uncertainty.
Do I regret the time
Revisiting the contemplation of potential regrets.
When you could've been mine
Reflecting on the past when a romantic connection might have blossomed.
You'd have unruly curls
Reimagining physical features and characteristics of the person.
Wear your grandmother's pearls
Continued imagery of wearing family heirlooms for emotional connection.
Protect the sick and the weak
Affirming the commitment to protect and care for the vulnerable.
Come to me when you're sinking in the deep
Offering support and solace during challenging times.
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