The Traveler
237 Lyrics
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I'm setting out on my own
Looking for a place to settle
A place I can call home
I'm walking out with nothing
But the clothes upon on my back
In too much of a hurry
I alone define the rules for my life
I will stand behind convictions of mine
I am the traveler
Wandering through endless fields
Traversing sand and gravel
Many spots I come across
On this road I travel
The day begins to fade away
Relinquishing to night
I stop to rest my weary bones
I'll pick up at first light
I alone define the rules for my life
I will stand behind convictions of mine
I am the traveler
In another place I stop
My needs I do betray
Befriend no one; make no ties
I do not plan to stay
Never shall my journey end
There's no home for me
I call upon my patron saint
Forever keep me free
I alone define the rules for my life
I will stand behind convictions of mine
I am the traveler
The song "The Traveler" by 237 is a reflection of the journey of a person who has left their home and family behind to find their own path. The lyrics depict the singer as a wanderer who is in search of a place to call home. Throughout the song, the singer emphasizes their independence and emphasizes the need to stand behind their convictions. The song ends with the realization that the journey has no end and the singer seeks the blessings of a patron saint to give them the freedom to continue traveling.
The first few lines of the song set the context of the song. The singer states that they have been outcast by their family and are, therefore, setting out to find their own place. The line "I alone define the rules for my life" emphasizes their independence and their desire to live life on their own terms. The song emphasizes the fact that the singer has left with nothing but the clothes on their back, which further reinforces their desire for independence.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of restlessness and a desire to keep moving. The line "never shall my journey end, there's no home for me" elucidates the idea that the singer doesn't intend to settle down anytime soon. The song ends with the singer calling upon their patron saint to keep them free forever, signifying that the journey of self-discovery and independence has no end.
Line by Line Meaning
Outcast by my family
I have been rejected and shunned by my own family.
I'm setting out on my own
I am starting a new journey, without the support of anyone else.
Looking for a place to settle
I am searching for somewhere to call home and be at peace.
A place I can call home
I desire a permanent residence that I can claim as my own.
I'm walking out with nothing
I am leaving behind any possessions I had and starting anew with just myself.
But the clothes upon on my back
All that I have left is the clothes I am wearing.
In too much of a hurry
I am rushing because I cannot wait to leave and start my journey.
There's no time for me to pack
I do not have enough time to collect any other belongings or resources.
I alone define the rules for my life
I dictate and make decisions about my life, no one else can control it.
I will stand behind convictions of mine
I firmly believe in my own values and principles and will not compromise them.
I am the traveler
I am a wanderer who is exploring many different lands and terrains.
Wandering through endless fields
I am meandering through various environments with no specific direction or destination in mind.
Traversing sand and gravel
I am crossing through treacherous and difficult terrain, with sand and rocks obstructing my path.
Many spots I come across
I encounter and see many different locations and destinations.
On this road I travel
I continue down this path and route that I have chosen for myself.
The day begins to fade away
The daylight is ending and the sun is setting.
Relinquishing to night
The daytime is finished and darkness is taking over the sky.
I stop to rest my weary bones
I take a break from traveling and let my body relax and recover.
I'll pick up at first light
I will start again tomorrow when the sun rises and it becomes daytime once more.
In another place I stop
I come across a new location where I pause and take a break.
My needs I do betray
I do not fulfill my own personal needs, such as making connections and friendships with others.
Befriend no one; make no ties
I do not allow myself to have any companions or relationships in this transient lifestyle.
I do not plan to stay
I know that I will not remain here long and will continue my journey shortly.
Never shall my journey end
I plan and hope to continue traveling forever, with no constraints or boundaries.
There's no home for me
I do not have a residence or a place I identify as my home base.
I call upon my patron saint
I pray to my religious figure or deity, seeking their guidance and blessings on my travels.
Forever keep me free
I ask for divine protection to allow me to maintain my independence and freedom as I journey throughout life.
Contributed by Colton K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.