I WONDER
Andy Findon Lyrics
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Everything dear, will it be here
One day when I am returning?
My friends will get married, have children and homes
It sounds so nice, well-planned and wise
Never expecting surprises
I wonder, it's frightening
I wonder, it scares me
But who the the hell am I if I don't leave it
I'm not a coward
Oh no, I'll be strong
One chance in a lifetime
Yes I will take it, it can't go wrong
My friends and my family, this dull little town
Buses I've missed, boys that I've kissed
Everything old and familiar
I wonder, it's frightening
Leaving now, is that the right thing?
I wonder, it scares me
But who the the hell am I if I don't leave it
I'm not a coward
Oh no, I'll be strong
One chance in a lifetime
Yes I will take it
Yes I will take it, it can't go wrong
The lyrics of "I Wonder" by Andy Findon convey the sense of trepidation and uncertainty that one feels when contemplating a major life change or decision. The singer is torn between the comforts of home and the desire for adventure and new experiences. The imagery of the park, houses, and old streets he has walked evoke a sense of nostalgia and familiarity, as he contemplates whether these things will still be there when he returns. He imagines his friends getting married and having children, and while this sounds nice, he wonders if there are other opportunities he might be missing out on.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "I wonder, it's frightening" twice, emphasizing the singer's anxiety and fear about leaving the safety and security of his current life. He acknowledges that leaving is scary, but ultimately realizes that he must take the chance and pursue his dreams. He asserts that he is not a coward and will be strong, and that taking this opportunity can't go wrong.
The overall message of the song is one of embracing uncertainty, taking risks, and pursuing one's passions and desires, even if it means leaving behind the comforts of home. The lyrics are deeply relatable and speak to the inner conflicts and doubts that many people face when considering major life changes.
Line by Line Meaning
This park and these houses, old streets I have walked
The park, houses, and streets are all familiar and hold memories.
Everything dear, will it be here
Wondering if everything that is important to them will still be here when they return.
One day when I am returning?
Wondering if they will ever come back to this place.
My friends will get married, have children and homes
Wondering about the future of their friends and loved ones.
It sounds so nice, well-planned and wise
The future plans of their friends sound pleasant and well thought-out.
Never expecting surprises
Their friends and loved ones have everything planned out, so they don't expect any surprises.
I wonder, it's frightening
Wondering about leaving this place is a scary thought.
Leaving now, is that the right thing?
Doubting if leaving now is the right decision.
But who the the hell am I if I don't leave it
If they don't leave, they wonder who they are and if they have the courage to make a change.
I'm not a coward
Assuring themselves that they are not a coward.
Oh no, I'll be strong
Telling themselves that they will be strong.
One chance in a lifetime
This is a once in a lifetime chance.
Yes I will take it, it can't go wrong
They are determined to take the chance, and believe nothing will go wrong.
My friends and my family, this dull little town
Reflecting on the town and the people they know.
Buses I've missed, boys that I've kissed
Thinking about the missed opportunities and experiences in this town.
Everything old and familiar
Everything in the town is old and familiar.
Yes I will take it
Reaffirming their decision to take the chance.
Yes I will take it, it can't go wrong
They are confident that nothing will go wrong and are ready to take the chance.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Stig Anderson, Benny Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus
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