On My Way
Chris While & Julie Matthews Lyrics
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I’m looking so forward that yesterday’s blur
I’m on my way
I’m on my way
They tell me that I waited here too long
I was only waiting ‘til my legs were strong
I’m on my way
I’m on my way
(I’m on my way) I’m gonna break these ties do things I’ve never done
(I’m on my way) The wind behind me now I’m following the sun
(I’m on my way now) It’s taken so long but finally I’m on my way now
I never meant to stay away so long
I’m putting down some roots where I belong
I’m on my way
I’m on my way
They told me that I’d never get this far
I’m not stationary like they are
I’m on my way
I’m on my way
I’m on my way
(I’m on my way) I’m gonna break these ties do things I’ve never done
(I’m on my way) The wind behind me now I’m following the sun
(I’m on my way now) It’s taken so long but finally I’m on my way now
(I’m on my way) I’m gonna look under each stone I left unturned
(I’m on my way) I’m gonna build up all thes that I burned
(I’m on my way now) Don’t know what held me back but finally I’m on my way now
(I’m on my way) And when I get there I’ll never look behind
(I’m on my way) I’ve only ever made this journey in my mind
(I’m on my way now) But it’s real it’s happening and finally I’m on my way now
On my way now
The song "On My Way" by Chris While & Julie Matthews is an empowering track about moving forward and leaving the past behind. The lyrics describe the singer's determination to break free from the ties that held them down and to explore new horizons. The first verse expresses the singer's eagerness to embrace the future ahead, and forget the past that was just a blur. In the second verse, the singer talks about the people who doubted their abilities and never imagined that they would ever accomplish anything in life. But, the singer knows their potential and is determined to prove them wrong.
The chorus, "I'm on my way", is repeated several times in the song, conveying the sense of determination and willpower. The singer is ready to do things they have never imagined doing before and is more determined than ever to build a new life free of the burdens of the past. The bridge of the song reinforces this theme by stating that the singer will look under every stone they left unturned and build up all the bridges they have burned. The final line, "When I get there, I'll never look behind", emphasizes the idea that the singer is focused on the future and is not looking back.
Overall, "On My Way" is a motivational song that encourages people to stay positive, embrace change and move forward with life. It’s a reminder that it's never too late to start over or pursue your dreams, and that determination and willpower can take you a long way.
Line by Line Meaning
I’m ready for whatever may occur
I am mentally prepared to face any situation that may come my way.
I’m looking so forward that yesterday’s blur
I am so excited about the future that the past seems hazy in comparison.
I’m on my way
I am progressing towards my goals and aspirations.
They tell me that I waited here too long
Other people have criticized me for not taking action sooner.
I was only waiting ‘til my legs were strong
I needed to build up my strength and confidence before making a move.
(I’m on my way now)
I am currently making progress towards my destination.
(I’m on my way) I’m gonna break these ties do things I’ve never done
I am determined to cut ties with my past and try new experiences.
(I’m on my way) The wind behind me now I’m following the sun
I feel motivated by the positive circumstances around me and am pursuing my dreams with enthusiasm.
(I’m on my way now) It’s taken so long but finally I’m on my way now
Despite facing delays and obstacles, I am finally making progress towards my goals.
I never meant to stay away so long
I did not intend to be inactive for such a prolonged period of time.
I’m putting down some roots where I belong
I am establishing a stable foundation in a place where I feel like I fit in.
They told me that I’d never get this far
Others have doubted my abilities and potential for success.
I’m not stationary like they are
I am constantly moving and making progress towards my goals, unlike those who doubt me.
(I’m on my way) I’m gonna look under each stone I left unturned
I am committed to exploring every possibility and opportunity that I previously overlooked or ignored.
(I’m on my way) I’m gonna build up all thes that I burned
I am taking responsibility for my past mistakes and actively working to repair any damage I have caused.
(I’m on my way now) Don’t know what held me back but finally I’m on my way now
I am uncertain what was holding me back before, but I am now making progress towards my goals.
(I’m on my way) And when I get there I’ll never look behind
Once I achieve my goals, I will not dwell on the past or regret my decisions.
(I’m on my way) I’ve only ever made this journey in my mind
I have been planning and imagining this journey for a long time, but am now making it a reality.
(I’m on my way now) But it’s real it’s happening and finally I’m on my way now
This journey is no longer just a fantasy, it is actually happening and I am making progress towards my goals.
On my way now
I am currently making progress towards my goals.
Contributed by James A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@rogerfindlay6836
Great duet by two top performers. Thankyou. R.
@leevespa4564
Every time I play this song by these two girl's... Beautiful vocals of angels 👌
@magnetometer100
Wow! At Shrewsbury Folk Festival I only saw the last 15 minutes of their set. What an impression! Great Music - and fantastic personalities and humour! There are so many great singers and bands here, and many lack any real personality showing through, but these two ladies had loads of it. Must see again for a full set!
@DoodleFlapper
Puts me in mind of the Indigo Girls — whose music I absolutely adore!
@BrianWMay
Lovely, and without doubt the best voices from the Albion Band - who sang the lead on Albion Heart (my personal favourite)
@user-im5mb9ql7y
さすがアルビオン・バンドの元ボーカリスト！
@edouglaspratt
You two are so good. Thanks for posting this, While. Feel a "but" comin'? ...but this isn't folk music. That would be Matt Molloy or most of Seamie O'Dowd's music, eh? Your beautiful music is perhaps Acoustic Singer-Songwriter, or "Anglicana", like our "Americana"...but keep makin your art for us
Doug Pratt
Atlanta, Georgia, USA