Ohio
Brian Mackey Lyrics
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It ain't what you learn
It's more how you grow
Went walking round
I was feelin' down
And the memories
They come running back
Oh I won't stop looking
And I won't stop searching
And it won't go out and ill always be burning
Cause I'm always yearning for you
No it won't stop moving
And it won't stop turning
And even though
My heart is broken
I'm always certain its you
In Ohio
Ohio
And oh it ain't what you got
It ain't what you have
It's more that you've had
Went walking round
I was feeling down
And the memories come running back
It's good to be back
In Ohio
It's minus 5 degrees
And it smells like snow
It's good to be back in Ohio
There's no leaves on the trees
But there are people I know
It's good to be back in Ohio
Oh I won't stop looking
And I won't stop searching
And it won't go out and I'll always be burning
'Cause I'm always yearning for you
No it won't stop moving
Won't stop turning
And even though
My heart is broken
I'm always looking for you
In Ohio
Ohio
I'm saying hello to Ohio
"Ohio" by Brian Mackey is a wistful and nostalgic ode to home, specifically the state of Ohio. The song speaks of the enduring power of memories and heartache, and the importance of growth and resilience. The opening lines of the song encapsulate the central message: "And oh it ain't what you know / It ain't what you learn / It's more how you grow." This suggests that it is not simply knowledge or education that shapes a person, but rather their ability to learn from their experiences and adapt to life's challenges.
The second verse paints a picture of the singer feeling down and retracing their steps in Ohio, only to be flooded with memories of a lost loved one. Despite this heartache, the singer refuses to stop looking and searching, suggesting a persistent dedication to finding meaning and purpose in life. The chorus repeats the refrain "In Ohio," indicating that the state holds a special place in the singer's heart, and that the memories and longings associated with their lost love are inextricably tied to this place.
Overall, "Ohio" is a poignant and introspective meditation on love, loss, and the power of home. It speaks to the universal experiences of heartache and growth, and the importance of finding a sense of belonging even amidst turmoil and sadness.
Line by Line Meaning
And oh it ain't what you know
The knowledge or education one has doesn't necessarily determine their success or growth.
It ain't what you learn
Formal education may not be the only factor in determining one's growth.
It's more how you grow
One's personal journey or growth is more important than just what they know or learn.
Went walking round
The singer is taking a stroll or a walk.
I was feelin' down
The singer is feeling sad or melancholic.
And the memories
The singer recalls or remembers past experiences.
They come running back
The singer is overwhelmed by past experiences that keep creeping back.
Oh I won't stop looking
The singer is determined to find something they are searching for.
And I won't stop searching
The singer is determined to find something they are looking for.
And it won't go out and ill always be burning
The singer's passion or desire for something won't dissipate or fade.
Cause I'm always yearning for you
The singer is always longing or desiring something.
No it won't stop moving
The thing the singer is looking for won't stop moving or changing.
And it won't stop turning
The thing the singer is looking for won't stop moving or changing.
And even though
Despite the circumstances or situations.
My heart is broken
The singer is experiencing emotional pain or heartbreak.
I'm always certain its you
The singer is convinced that the thing they are looking for is a specific person.
In Ohio
The singer is referring to a specific location: Ohio.
It's minus 5 degrees
The weather is extremely cold.
And it smells like snow
The air has a particular scent that indicates snow is coming.
It's good to be back in Ohio
The singer is happy to be back in Ohio, despite the weather.
There's no leaves on the trees
The trees are bare or have lost their leaves due to the season.
But there are people I know
The singer is happy to re-connect with the people they know in Ohio.
Saying hello to Ohio
The singer is greeting or acknowledging Ohio.
Contributed by Isabelle F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.