A Way With Words
Robert Plant Lyrics
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For just as long as it takes
The seasons turn
Waiting for the weather to break
Blowing up a storm now
Many times I fell from grace
The seasons turn
Once again our world will change
Reaching out to find you
I put it all behind you
I'm back again, I know
Across miles I find you
I put it all behind you
I'm back again, I know
Coming from the cold
Reaching for your sweet embrace
The seasons turn
Beyond your world I wait
Is your heart still warm?
Little flame, a special place
The seasons turn
Once again our world will change
Reaching out to find you
Put it all behind you
I'm back again, I know
Crossing miles to find you
Put it all behind you
I'm back again, I know
Are we built but falling down
Holding you and hit the ground
I know
Blaming tears, lonesome sound
Hopes and tears will burn the ground
I know
Reaching out to find you
I put it all behind you
I'm back again, I know
Across the miles I find you
I put it all behind you
I'm back again, back again, babe
I'm reaching out to find you
I put it all behind you
'Cause I'm back, I'm back, I'm back, I'm back, I'm back
Reaching out to find you
I put it all behind you
I'm back again, I know
Back again, I know
The lyrics to Robert Plant's "A Way With Words" tell a story of love and longing, separation and reunion. The singer expresses a desire to be left alone, waiting for the storms to pass and the seasons to change, before reaching out to find their loved one. The seasons serve as a metaphor for the changes in their relationship, as they move from falling from grace to putting the past behind them and coming back together. The lyrics speak to the enduring power of love, even in the face of obstacles and distance.
The chorus of "I'm back again, I know" reinforces the theme of reunion and suggests a sense of determination on the part of the singer to make things work. The use of repetition also emphasizes the emotional importance of the moment. The imagery of flames and burning suggest a passionate intensity to the relationship, while the reference to falling down and hitting the ground hints at the challenges that may lie ahead. Ultimately, the song encourages listeners to hold onto hope and follow their hearts.
Line by Line Meaning
Leave me here alone
I desire solitude for a while
For just as long as it takes
For as long as I require it
The seasons turn
Time continues to move forward
Waiting for the weather to break
Waiting for things to improve
Blowing up a storm now
Creating a significant disturbance
Many times I fell from grace
I have made many mistakes
Once again our world will change
Change is an inevitable aspect of life
Reaching out to find you
Attempting to reconnect with you
I put it all behind you
Trying to move past our previous issues
I'm back again, I know
I want to be close to you again
Crossing miles to find you
Traversing a considerable distance to locate you
Coming from the cold
Returning from a challenging time
Reaching for your sweet embrace
Desiring your affection
Beyond your world I wait
I am waiting for your response
Is your heart still warm?
Are you still open to me?
Little flame, a special place
There is a special connection between us
Are we built but falling down
Despite our foundation, we are struggling
Holding you and hit the ground
Even in each other's arms, we are struggling
Blaming tears, lonesome sound
We are saddened and alone in our struggles
Hopes and tears will burn the ground
Our emotions are intense and overwhelming
Back again, I know
I am certain of my intentions
I'm back, I'm back, I'm back, I'm back, I'm back
Reiterating my desire to rekindle our relationship
Lyrics ยฉ Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHN BAGGOTT, JUSTIN ALEXANDER ADAMS, ROBERT ANTHONY PLANT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@SuperKunstman
love this vocalist/sage...what a beauty he brings to this tired old sad world---he brings JOY....
@simonedevlin7710
Every song on this vinyl is exquisite and special. Nothing has changed except the quality of vocals are superb, mature, very bluesy and so perfect in pitch. When most of the old guard have performed well beyond their capability you show how pristeen and crystal clear the higher road can be.Bravo Maestro !
@cherryvalley5000
He sings us through our lives.
@ThinWhiteAxe
A way with words... that he has. I love listening to him, whether it's singing or speaking.
@misskelly007
This is my favorite song on this amazing album. I love this Plant just as much as the "Ten years gone" Plant Grand job.
@loridriskell8121
ROBERT is forever my poet. Then now forever in my heart there's no one else EVER. He makes me feel MORE than any one ever will. Love is the one that awakens the soul and makes you reach for MORE ROBERT awakens my soul and always has and ALWAYS will to Kashmir and back. Filling me with love and peace. Like no one ever has Or wil he's one of a kind I feel so blessed to have been born in this time to know something. That i connect with. Thank you for making me feel the world and so much love and a live
@deepratt8175
I love this guy and his music, It is amazing always. That voice puts me in fantastic places. Thanks for the wonderful singing and performances throughout the years. Your backup bands are fantastic as well. Thank you so much.
@MrLev56
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@kaywhitten8594
Oh Robert, with that heavenly voice, it takes me away, but when you include those magnificent lyrics ...wow, !!!!!hits so close with me ,!!!
@lillybloomquest9256
Roberts music always puts me in a magical happy place.๐