Balance
Future Islands Lyrics
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If you want to
It just takes time
And you can go to the moon
But if you want something to change
You gotta change your life
And take your time
It just takes time
It just takes time
It just takes time
Hard work and your time
And the sun will leave a wound
And leave you to the night
And that's alright
Because before the moonbeam comes
There's a certain calm
And then there's light
It just takes time
It just takes time
A little trust and your time
You can change your life
It just takes time
A little trust and your time
And I can sit and talk
'Cause I was just like you
So arrogant and brave
Impetuous and rude
Trust me as a friend
And I'll do all that I can do
And I'd do anything for you
Because I want to see you through
It just takes time
Hard work and your time
You can change your life
It just takes time
A little trust and your time
A little trust and your time
A little trust and your time
It just takes time
It just takes time
Hard work and your time
The lyrics of "Balance" by Future Islands speaks about the process of changing oneself and the importance of taking time to heal and grow. The first two lines of the song encourage the listener to clean around their wound, indicating that the wound may still be present, but they can take action to take care of it. The subsequent lines talk about the possibility of going to the moon, which can be taken as a metaphor for reaching a significant milestone, but the only way to change one's life is by putting in hard work and taking time. One cannot rush the process of healing and growing.
The next set of lyrics speaks of the wound that the sun leaves behind, and how it's alright because the moonbeam that follows brings light. The song suggests that each person is responsible for their own happiness and growth, and that if they take the time to grow and trust the process, the rewards will come.
The chorus "It just takes time, a little trust and your time. You can change your life" emphasizes the importance of being patient and trusting oneself during the process of growth. The singer reflects on how they were like the listener, "so arrogant and brave, impetuous and rude," and how they can help as a friend by doing all they can to support the listener through their journey of growth and healing.
Overall, the lyrics of "Balance" by Future Islands suggest that growth and healing are a process that takes time, patience, trust in oneself, and hard work.
Line by Line Meaning
And you can clean around the wound
If there is hurt, you can tend to it and work to heal it.
If you want to
It is up to you to decide to work on healing the hurt.
It just takes time
The healing process cannot be rushed, it requires patience and time.
And you can go to the moon
You have the potential to achieve great things.
But if you want something to change
However, if you want your life to change, you must take action.
You gotta change your life
If you want to see change, you must make changes in your own life.
And take your time
Change is a gradual process and requires patience.
Hard work and your time
Achieving your goals requires effort and dedication over a period of time.
And the sun will leave a wound
Life can be painful at times, and leave scars.
And leave you to the night
After the pain, there is a period of darkness and uncertainty.
And that's alright
However, this darkness is temporary and will pass.
Because before the moonbeam comes
Following dark times, there is a period of calm and peace.
There's a certain calm
After the darkness there will come a time of tranquility.
And then there's light
Eventually, there will be happiness and joy once again.
A little trust and your time
Trusting in the process and giving it time will lead to positive change.
And I can sit and talk
The artist understands what it's like to be in a dark place.
'Cause I was just like you
The artist has been where the listener is now.
So arrogant and brave
The singer was once overly confident and stubborn.
Impetuous and rude
The singer acted without thinking and didn't always treat people well.
Trust me as a friend
The artist wants to be a trusted friend to the listener.
And I'll do all that I can do
The artist will do whatever it takes to help the listener.
And I'd do anything for you
The artist cares deeply for the listener.
Because I want to see you through
The singer wants to help the listener get through their struggles.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: John Gerrit Welmers, Samuel Thompson Herring, William Hugh Cashion
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@HerrSchuh1
You can clean around the wound
But if you want it to heal
It just takes time
And you can call up to the moon
But if you want something to change
You've gotta change your life
And take your time
It just takes time
It just takes time
It just takes time
Hard work and your time
The sun will leave the room
Will leave you to the night
And that's alright
Because before the morning comes
There's a certain calm
And then there's light
It just takes time
It just takes time
A little trust and your time
You can change your life
It just takes time
A little trust and your time
And I can sit and talk
Because I was just like you
So arrogant and brave
Impetuous and blue
But trust me as a friend
And I'll do all that I can do
And I'd do anything for you
Because I want to see you through
It just takes time
Hard work and your time
You can change your life
It just takes time
A little trust your time
A little trust and your time...
@kixindamix
And you can clean around the wound
If you want to
It just takes time
And you can go to the moon
But if you want something to change
You gotta change your life
And take your time
It just takes time
It just takes time
It just takes time
Hard work and your time
And the sun will leave a wound
And leave you to the night
And that's alright
Because before the moonbeam comes
There's a certain calm
And then there's light
It just takes time
It just takes time
A little trust and your time
You can change your life
It just takes time
A little trust and your time
And I can sit and talk
'Cause I was just like you
So arrogant and brave
Impetuous and rude
Trust me as a friend
And I'll do all that I can do
And I'd do anything for you
Because I want to see you through
It just takes time
Hard work and your time
You can change your life
It just takes time
A little trust and your time
A little trust and your time
A little trust and your time
It just takes time
It just takes time
Hard work and your time
@gdsvids
I discovered this song the year my wife died... It's become the song I go to when the grief weighs heavy. Sublime blend of words and music.
@nellybell5540
I’m sorry for your loss
@dustmitejen
🖤🖤🖤
@Olivezon
I wish you lot of love in your present and your future life. I also love this music. Your comment is touching. Hope everything good for you.
@dylanclifford2895
Sorry for your loss bro 🇮🇪💚
@maccolunga1
Keep fighting brother. lost my daughter 2 years ago, the void will never be filled in your heart but life does go on. we will embrace our loved once’s again in the next life.
@clintjohnson537
I started running last summer, hadn’t ran for fun in twenty years, and it’s been a feeling of peace and freedom for me after overcoming alcohol addiction. Anyhow, I had just found out about these guys and put this on my running playlist and I thought their fans might be surprised that this is a great tune to zone out to while running along with some of their other songs. Glad I found them even if I was late to the party, they are inspiring
@alex-talk
Who's vibing to this in 2020?
@hawker2626
Since 2010, when i listened it for the first time in "How To Make It In America" <3
@ryepascual6054
Its important to have good memories..... cause nothing is permanent.