Heatstroke
Aaron Sprinkle Lyrics
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Six feet down with fear
I can't dig it up from underneath
Everyone gets somethin sometimes
Flat feet and heatstroke
Hold me when I get home
I'm coming home
It's been years
Just wondering
What I can leave and what I have to bring
Cause I'll hang my hat right now
And I'll proudly hold my head down
I'm coming home
Would I become transparent if you held me up to the sun?
Could you watch me fill my lungs?
If you look a little closer, see the blood run through my veins
Like a map it shows the way
I'm coming home
The lyrics of Aaron Sprinkle's song Heatstroke convey a sense of desperation and uncertainty from a speaker who admits to feeling buried deep under fears and anxiety, unable to find hope or optimism. The opening lines, "All my hope lies here / Six feet down with fear," suggest a connection between hopelessness and death, implying that the singer may be struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health issues. The line "I can't dig it up from underneath" further reinforces the idea that the singer feels trapped by their own emotions, unable to overcome them on their own.
The second verse begins with the line "It's been years / Just wondering," which may suggest a prolonged period of introspection and self-doubt. The singer seems to be wrestling with questions about their identity and purpose, questioning what they can leave behind and what they must carry with them as they move forward. Despite these doubts, the singer resolves to come home, seeking comfort and stability from a loved one who can "Hold me when I get home."
The chorus of the song reinforces this sense of longing, as the singer repeats the line "I'm coming home" twice, perhaps indicating a desire to escape from the overwhelming pressures and anxieties of everyday life. The final verse of the song continues this theme, reflecting on the idea of transparency and vulnerability, and wondering if others can truly see and understand the pain that the singer is feeling. Despite these uncertainties, however, the singer remains determined to persevere, with the final line of the song declaring, "I'm coming home."
Line by Line Meaning
All my hope lies here
My only source of hope is within this place or situation.
Six feet down with fear
I am deeply fearful and anxious in this situation.
I can't dig it up from underneath
I am unable to overcome or escape this situation on my own.
Everyone gets somethin sometimes
Challenges and struggles are unavoidable parts of life for everyone.
Flat feet and heatstroke
I am physically exhausted and drained, but I will continue to move forward.
Hold me when I get home
I am seeking comfort and support from loved ones upon my return home.
It's been years
A significant amount of time has passed since I last thought about this.
Just wondering
I am curious or uncertain about something related to this situation.
What I can leave and what I have to bring
I am contemplating what to bring or let go of in this situation.
Cause I'll hang my hat right now
I am ready to put an end to this situation.
And I'll proudly hold my head down
I will not be defeated, but I am also humbled by this experience.
Would I become transparent if you held me up to the sun?
If someone were to look closely at me, would they be able to see through me?
Could you watch me fill my lungs?
Would you be able to witness the depth of my emotions or struggles?
If you look a little closer, see the blood run through my veins
If you pay attention to me, you can see the passion and drive that fuels me.
Like a map it shows the way
My experiences and struggles have helped guide me in life.
I'm coming home
I am returning to a place of comfort, security, and love.
Contributed by Mila G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.