Move On
Alex Kaneko Lyrics
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one by one
telling the same old lie
that life goes on
it seemed so easy and far away
now it's upon me and I'm hating today
a bright new start for everybody
but it's tearing me apart
and it's shattering my heart
I understand my work is done
here
but I can't move on
sorry of all the times
where I went wrong
can't help but look behind
cuz I can't be strong
trying hard to hold on because I can't let go
still afraid to be gone but time won't slow
and I know that I should be happy
a bright new start for everybody
but it's tearing me apart
it's shattering my heart
I understand my time is done
here
but I can't move on
saying my goodbyes
with a hug and a kiss
trying hard to hide my eyes
from the things I'll miss
I don't want to cry but I'm proud of these tears
I'll try to say goodbye and walk away in cheers
cuz I know that I should be happy
a bright new start for everybody
but it's tearing me apart
it's shattering my heart
I understand my life is done
here
but I can't move on
The song "Move on" by Alex Kaneko is a heart-wrenching ballad about the difficulty of letting go and moving on from a particular time or place. The lyrics express the idea of feeling stuck in a rut, stuck in a time or place that has ended, despite knowing that it's time to move forward. The song starts with the singer counting the days, one by one, as they try to convince themselves that life goes on. However, as time passes, the reality of the situation hits them, and they realize that they are not ready to move on.
The first verse of the song sets the tone for the rest of the lyrics. The singer talks about how easy it seemed to move on when they were looking forward to it, but now that it's here, they hate it. They know they should be happy about starting afresh, but they can't help feeling devastated by the change. The second verse talks about how hard it is to let go of the past, to say goodbye to all the memories and people they will miss. The singer tries to be strong but finds it challenging to do so.
The final verse talks about the singer saying their goodbyes and trying to walk away in cheers, despite the pain of leaving everything behind. The chorus repeats that they understand that their time, work, and life are done, but they can't move on, again highlighting the struggle of letting go.
Overall, the song's theme seems to be about accepting the end of a phase in life and embracing the unknown future despite the fear of change.
Line by Line Meaning
counting the days go by
Acknowledging the passing of time
one by one
Counting each day individually
telling the same old lie
Feeling like life is continuing but knowing it's not the case
that life goes on
Acknowledging that life continues to move forward despite personal struggles
it seemed so easy and far away
Believing that the end of a situation was distant and uncomplicated
now it's upon me and I'm hating today
Feeling the weight of the situation and being unhappy with the present day
and I know that I should be happy
Recognizing that logically, the situation calls for happiness
a bright new start for everybody
A positive change for all involved
but it's tearing me apart
Feeling overwhelmed and upset by the situation
and it's shattering my heart
Emotionally devastated
I understand my work is done
Realizing that it is time to move on
here
In this current situation
but I can't move on
Feeling stuck despite the understanding that it's time to move on
sorry of all the times
Apologizing for any mistakes made in the situation
where I went wrong
Acknowledging personal responsibility for a negative outcome
can't help but look behind
Feeling the urge to reflect on the past
cuz I can't be strong
Feeling unable to move on
trying hard to hold on because I can't let go
Struggling to hold onto something despite the understanding that it's time to move on
still afraid to be gone but time won't slow
Feeling anxiety over moving on but knowing it's inevitable
saying my goodbyes
Saying farewell to the current situation
with a hug and a kiss
Acting with warmth towards others during this time of transition
trying hard to hide my eyes
Attempting to conceal emotions during the farewell
from the things I'll miss
Thinking about the positive aspects of the situation that will be missed
I don't want to cry but I'm proud of these tears
Feeling conflicted about showing emotion but also understanding its value
I'll try to say goodbye and walk away in cheers
Attempting to have a positive attitude despite negative feelings
I understand my life is done
Realizing that an era has come to an end
here
In this current situation
but I can't move on
Despite understanding that it's time to move on, feeling unable to do so
Contributed by Eva A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@SenorCardgageFan87
Wow, you constantly demonstrate that you have an incomparable amount of talent, amazing job. This song is so wonderfully written, and it got me to see my own troubling relationship problems in a different light. If you can affect the people that listen to your music in such powerful ways, then you definitely were meant to be a singer/songwriter.
@jorelieanneguirao4309
I still listen to this all the time. Can never get over this song. <3
@jorelieanneguirao4309
still here 7 years later and my heart still melts ❤️
@edster612
Alex this song is amazing. You've got soul and feeling in both your playing and singing. Absolutely amazing.
@ItsAllAboutMcFly
The more I listen to this, the more beautiful it sounds. You are truly talented, I wish you the very best for the future x
@keudae
you write such beautiful songs... lyrics, melodies, your voice... so amazing... thank you for sharing your heart with us. please keep playing! ...you added this on my 17th b-day... x3 thank you thank you, Alex Kaneko!! =)
@loleex3
goshhhh, i love every single song that you write and sing. this is amazing <3
@arrowwhiskers
Wow...at first I thought this was a cover. It's extremely professional, and I love it so much. :3 You should definitely get a contract...people would totally buy your music.
@fishsticx
You're gonna get famous, I can tell. This is beautiful, all your music is. :)
@WallekFabs
This is my favorite song in the whole world since 2007, and I always come back to her in times of need haha