Miles Away
Cape Francis Lyrics


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I'm close
But you're already there
Miles away
From anywhere
With nowhere to be
I wanted to be
Right here.
But I'm not there anymore
But I'm not there anymore

Gone to California to be where to be
Dancing by the fire is enough for me
But I'm not that kind of man that you will be
The thing inside of you might not be in me

I'm looking away
But I'll come back
Just wanting to see
What I wanted to see
I was alone that year
And falling down
But I'll turn it around.





I'll turn it around.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Cape Francis's song "Miles Away" convey a sense of longing, distance, and self-reflection. The first verse suggests that the singer is physically close to someone, but emotionally, they feel far apart. The phrase "Miles away from anywhere" expresses a feeling of isolation and detachment. The singer acknowledges that they wanted to be present but now realizes they are no longer there, possibly indicating a missed opportunity or a failed connection. The repetition of "But I'm not there anymore" reflects a sense of loss or absence.


The following verse mentions California, which could symbolize a place associated with new experiences or self-discovery. The singer acknowledges that they are not the type of person their companion expects them to be. There is an understanding that the essence or quality that the other person possesses may not exist within the singer, highlighting a sense of self-awareness and potential incompatibility.


The third stanza indicates a shift in perspective. The singer admits to diverting their attention or looking away from something or someone but expresses a desire to return. They are motivated by curiosity and a wish to witness what they initially wanted to see. The mention of being alone and falling down in the past suggests a period of struggle or emotional turmoil. However, the phrase "But I'll turn it around" shows determination and optimism, indicating a willingness to improve their situation and mindset.


The concluding line, "I'll turn it around," serves as a reaffirmation of the singer's commitment to making a positive change. It suggests redemption and growth, as if the singer is ready to overcome their previous challenges or mistakes. Overall, these lyrics explore themes of distance, self-discovery, personal transformation, and the search for connection and understanding.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm close
I am near to you


But you're already there
But you have already moved on


Miles away
Far away


From anywhere
From any place


With nowhere to be
Without any obligations


I wanted to be
I desired to be


Right here.
In this exact location


But I'm not there anymore
But I am no longer present


Gone to California to be where to be
Moved to California where I want to be


Dancing by the fire is enough for me
Finding joy in simple pleasures like dancing by the fire


But I'm not that kind of man that you will be
But I am not the person you envision me to become


The thing inside of you might not be in me
The same desires or qualities you possess may not exist within me


I'm looking away
I am averting my gaze


But I'll come back
But I will return


Just wanting to see
Merely desiring to witness


What I wanted to see
What I wished to perceive


I was alone that year
I spent that year in solitude


And falling down
And experiencing a decline


But I'll turn it around.
But I will reverse the situation


I'll turn it around.
I will change it for the better




Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: Kevin Henthorn

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