Along The Road
Ashton/Becker/Dente Lyrics
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Fear in the journey
Joy in the coming home
A part of the heart
Gets lost in the learning
Somewhere along the road
Along the roadYour path may wander
A pilgrim's faith may fail
Absence makes the heart grow stronger
Darkness obscures the trail
Cursing the quest
Courting disaster
Measureless nights forebode
Moments of rest
Glimpses of laughter
Are treasured along the road
Along the road
Your steps may tumble
Your thoughts may start to stray
But through it all a heart held humble
Levels and lights your way
Joy at the start
Fear in the journey
Joy in the coming home
A part of the heart
Gets lost in the learning
Somewhere along the road
Somewhere along the road
Somewhere along the road
The lyrics to Ashton/Becker/Dente's song "Along The Road" describe the journey of life and all of its ups and downs. The first verse talks about the joy we feel at the start of a new venture, but then fear creeps in as we move along the path. However, the joy returns when we finally reach our goal. The second verse speaks to the idea that we may lose a part of ourselves during the learning process as we make mistakes and stumble along the way. This notion is reinforced in the chorus when it says, "Along the road, your path may wander, a pilgrim's faith may fail, absence makes the heart grow stronger, darkness obscures the trail." The difficulties we face in life can be daunting, but they make us stronger and help us appreciate the moments of rest and laughter that we encounter along the way.
Line by Line Meaning
Joy at the start
At the beginning of any journey, there is a feeling of excitement and happiness.
Fear in the journey
However, as the journey progresses, there is often a sense of fear or uncertainty that arises.
Joy in the coming home
Yet despite that fear, the end of the journey brings with it a feeling of joy and accomplishment.
A part of the heart
When embarking on a new journey, a piece of yourself goes into it.
Gets lost in the learning
That piece of yourself may become lost or evolve as you learn and grow during the journey.
Somewhere along the road
This process occurs at some point during the journey, usually at an unforeseeable moment.
Along the road
During any journey, one may encounter unexpected twists and turns.
Your path may wander
You may deviate from the original plan or path at times.
A pilgrim's faith may fail
At times, one's faith or belief in the journey may falter.
Absence makes the heart grow stronger
When away from home or a familiar environment, the heart may grow stronger as it adapts to new surroundings and experiences.
Darkness obscures the trail
At times, the journey may appear unclear or difficult to navigate.
Cursing the quest
During the journey, one may become frustrated with the difficulty of the task at hand.
Courting disaster
Risks and potential dangers may need to be faced and overcome.
Measureless nights forebode
Long, uncertain nights may make one anxious about the future of the journey.
Moments of rest
Amidst the difficulties of the journey, moments of rest provide a time to regain strength and composure.
Glimpses of laughter
In the midst of difficulty, laughter and happiness bring a sense of relief and hope.
Are treasured along the road
These moments of happiness and contentment are valuable and appreciated during the journey.
Your steps may tumble
As the journey progresses, one may falter or make mistakes in their decisions.
Your thoughts may start to stray
During times of uncertainty, one's thoughts may become confused or erratic.
But through it all a heart held humble
Despite the difficulties, a humble and open heart can help guide one through the journey.
Levels and lights your way
This open heart will bring clarity and guidance to each step of the journey.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAN FOGELBERG
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