Father And Son
Boyzone Lyrics
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Just relax, take it easy
You're still young, that's your fault
There's so much you have to know
Find a girl, settle down
If you want you can marry
Look at me, I am old, but I'm happy
And I know that it's not easy
To be calm when you've found
Something going on
But take your time, think a lot
Think of everything you've got
For you will still be here tomorrow
But your dreams may not
How can I try to explain?
When I do he turns away again
It's always been the same, same old story
From the moment I could talk
I was ordered to listen
Now there's a way
And I know that I have to go away
I know I have to go
It's not time to make a change
Just sit down, take it slowly
You're still young, that's your fault
There's so much you have to go through
Find a girl, settle down
If you want you can marry
Look at me, I am old, but I'm happy
All the times that I've cried
Keeping all the things I knew inside
It's hard, but it's harder to ignore it
If they were right I'd agree
But it's them they know, not me
Now there's a way
And I know that I have to go away
I know I have to go
The lyrics to Father and Son by Boyzone depicts a conversation between a father and son. The father, who is older and experienced, advises his son to slow down and enjoy his youth. He tells him that he doesn't need to make any drastic decisions just yet, and encourages him to settle down with a girl only if he wants to. The father reminisces about his own youth and acknowledges that it's not easy to remain calm when things are constantly changing.
The son, on the other hand, appears to be frustrated with his father's advice. He doesn't feel as though his father understands him or his desires, and feels misunderstood. He expresses a need to go away, to chase his dreams and find his own way in life. The conversation ends on a bittersweet note as the father encourages his son to take his time, but acknowledges that he knows his son must leave.
Overall, the lyrics convey a message of the different perspectives between generations and how it can be challenging to see eye-to-eye. It's easy to feel misunderstood or unheard, but it's important to remember the guidance and love of those who have come before us.
Line by Line Meaning
It's not time to make a change
Don't rush into making life-changing decisions just yet
Just relax, take it easy
Don't stress out, take things as they come
You're still young, that's your fault
Being young means you have yet to gain enough wisdom and experience to make big decisions
There's so much you have to know
There's a lot to learn and discover about oneself and the world
Find a girl, settle down
Find someone to share your life with and build a stable future together
If you want you can marry
Marriage is a serious commitment, so only pursue it if it's what you truly want
Look at me, I am old, but I'm happy
I've lived a long life and made the right choices, and now I'm content with where I am
I was once like you are now
I was once young and inexperienced like you
And I know that it's not easy
I understand the challenges of growing up
To be calm when you've found
It's difficult to keep your composure when something unexpected happens
Something going on
A situation or event that is causing confusion or unease
But take your time, think a lot
Take a step back and consider all your options before making a decision
Think of everything you've got
Reflect on what you have in your life and appreciate it
For you will still be here tomorrow
There's always another day to make things right
But your dreams may not
If you don't pursue your dreams now, they may never become a reality
How can I try to explain?
I'm struggling to find the right words to help you understand
When I do he turns away again
When I try to offer advice, you seem to ignore it or dismiss it
It's always been the same, same old story
This pattern has repeated itself time and time again
From the moment I could talk
As soon as I was able to speak
I was ordered to listen
I was instructed to pay attention and obey
Now there's a way
I've found a solution
And I know that I have to go away
I need to leave and find my own path in life
All the times that I've cried
I've experienced a lot of pain and sadness
Keeping all the things I knew inside
I've kept my emotions and thoughts bottled up inside
It's hard, but it's harder to ignore it
Dealing with my feelings is difficult, but ignoring them is worse
If they were right I'd agree
If other people were correct in their opinions, I would accept it
But it's them they know, not me
Others may have their own opinions, but only I know what's best for me
I know I have to go
I've made the decision to leave and pursue my own path
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Yusuf Islam
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@pteale
This version of the song was released the week my father died.
The timing of the release feels like it was sent to comfort me.
I can't hear the song without crying.
I moved away from home the year before to start my own life so the message of the song is very dear to me
@84Copley
Bless ya
@stephencamper7715
Our hearts are with you!!
@roonrider11
Be strong bro 💪 x
@sexysekhon
Sorry.....reminds me of my dad too! Just make them as proud as possible, be a good human being. X
@NazriB
Lies again? Free SEGA
@midobek6974
i'm here again in march 2019 living with my 1995 sweet memories ,,,
@melvingee9553
I feel you bro
@harrydang3636
I feel you, bro! Sweet memories.
@christoperdelossantos7049
You're right my homie!