Wait for Me
Bob Seger Lyrics
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I will leave with the tide
I'll be out on the road
Every chance I can ride
No matter how far
No matter how free
I'll be alone
There'll be times when I'll rise
There'll be times when I'll fall
There'll be times when it's best to say nothing at all
Knowing you're right
Letting it be
I'll be around
If you'll wait for me
If you'll wait for me
And I'll fight for the right to go over the hill
If it'll only mean something to me
I will not be persuaded
I won't be still
I'll find a way to be free
In the cool of the night
In the heat of the day
If you're ever in doubt
I'll be on my way
Straight to your side
I guarantee
I'll be around
If you'll wait for me
If you'll wait for me
Oh (wait for me)
I'll be around (wait for me)
Oh if you wait for me (wait for me)
The song "Wait for Me" by Bob Seger talks about a person who is constantly on the move, defying orders and living life in his own terms. The lyrics show someone who will leave at the drop of a hat, follow the call of the wind and the tide, and never settle down in one place. The singer knows that this can be hard on his relationships, but he also understands that if he finds someone who is willing to wait for him, he will make the effort to be there for them, no matter what.
The lyrics also indicate that the singer values his freedom more than anything else. He is not willing to give up his dreams or ambitions, to be persuaded or silenced by anybody. He is a fighter who would do anything to be able to live life on his own terms. However, despite his restlessness, he promises to come back to the person who waits for him; he will never forsake that person, and he will be by their side when they need him.
Overall, "Wait for Me" is a beautiful song that captures the essence of the human need for freedom, adventure, and love. It is a reminder that we all have a choice and that the people we love are willing to take that journey with us, even if it means they have to wait for us sometimes.
Line by Line Meaning
I will answer the wind
I will listen and respond to the call of adventure.
I will leave with the tide
I will follow my instincts and leave when the time is right.
I'll be out on the road
I'll be traveling and exploring new places.
Every chance I can ride
I'll take every opportunity to hit the road.
No matter how far
No matter how distant or remote the destination.
No matter how free
Regardless of how unfettered my journey is.
I'll be alone
But I'll be doing it my way without any company.
If you'll wait for me
But if you wait for me, I'll come back to you.
There'll be times when I'll rise
I'll have moments of triumph and success.
There'll be times when I'll fall
And I'll experience lows and setbacks.
There'll be times when it's best to say nothing at all
I'll learn the value of silence and restraint in some situations.
Knowing you're right
Even when I disagree with you.
Letting it be
I'll let some issues go and not push them further.
I'll be around
I'll be there for you.
If you'll wait for me
But only if you show me patience and wait for me.
And I'll fight for the right to go over the hill
I'll battle obstacles and challenges to pursue my desires.
If it'll only mean something to me
If it's something that has significance to me personally.
I will not be persuaded
I won't be swayed or influenced by others.
I won't be still
I won't remain stagnant or stationary in life.
I'll find a way to be free
I'll strive for freedom and independence in my life.
In the cool of the night
In the peaceful moments of the night.
In the heat of the day
And in the scorching heat of the day.
If you're ever in doubt
If you're ever uncertain or afraid.
I'll be on my way
I'll come to you and help you.
Straight to your side
I'll go directly to where you are.
I guarantee
I promise you.
I'll be around
I'll always be there for you.
If you'll wait for me
As long as you have patience and wait for me.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Bob Seger
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@beauparker8182
That is so true.
I've been all over America on a Harley Davidson.
I have not seen my daughter's mother in over 25 years.
And our daughter will be 31 in April.
However I see her in my mind, my dreams, and in other women's looks, and actions.
And I still look for her in cars that I pass on the road,
restraints, stores, and everywhere else I go.
I probably will never see her again in this lifetime.
But she will ALWAYS be there in my heart.
@lorriehuddleston
🦌 A man will always seek that woman Who never has left his mind and it holds within him a place inside of his heart
@sandyhawkins8524
❤ A very nice thought! ❤
@georgestevens7592
So true....may I borrow it?
@ingerbailey9738
Grew up with 8 brothers. 0 sisters.
They loved hard. Two have passed with a woman like you speak of. 🧸🌹😪
@beauparker8182
That is so true.
I've been all over America on a Harley Davidson.
I have not seen my daughter's mother in over 25 years.
And our daughter will be 31 in April.
However I see her in my mind, my dreams, and in other women's looks, and actions.
And I still look for her in cars that I pass on the road,
restraints, stores, and everywhere else I go.
I probably will never see her again in this lifetime.
But she will ALWAYS be there in my heart.
@mikevetter271
and it still haunts me
@googleuser3219
Lost my dear friend Billy in June of 2022..I sure miss him...I loved it when he and I got on his Harley and went wherever the wind took us..we listened to Bob Seger a lot..I would wrap my arms around him..lay my head on his back and enjoy the moment. I hope he is waiting for me in heaven because I sure do miss him 😭😭😭
@lisalowery6878
This song reminds me of my mama and daddy, she waited in heaven for him for 15 years until he grew to tired to go on without her...he's with her now dancing to Shame on the Moon.
@marybeach3726
Such a beautiful post!
@ala2121
That is a beautiful post..my grandma has been without grandpa for 32..my age, died when I was 6 months old. She's been single, by choice lol...these 32 going on 33 years. 86 years old and still going strong...but misses him every single day