Waterfalls
Cole Steve Lyrics

A lonely mother gazing out of her window
A mother is alone, staring out the window, unable to connect with her son.

Staring at a son that she just can't touch.
The mother is looking at her son, but he seems distant and unapproachable.

If at any time he's in a jam she'll be by his side,
Despite this distance, the mother will always be there for her son in times of need.

But he doesn't realize he hurts her so much.
However, he doesn't recognize the pain he is causing her.

But all the praying just ain't helping at all,
The mother's prayers seem to be ineffective in reaching her son.

'Cause he can't seem to keep his self out of trouble.
Her son is constantly getting into trouble and can't seem to help himself.

So, he goes out and he makes his money the best way he know how,
In an attempt to solve his problems, he turns to making money in any way he can.

Another body laying cold in the gutter.
This choice leads to destructive consequences, and someone else loses their life as a result.

Don't go chasing waterfalls.
This refrain serves as a warning to not pursue things that can lead to dangerous consequences.

Please stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to.
It's better to stick with what you know and what is safe.

I know that you're gonna have it your way or nothing at all,
However, the insistence on having things go a certain way can be harmful.

But I think you're moving too fast.
Going too quickly can lead to mistakes and regrettable decisions.

Little precious has a natural obsession for temptation,
A young woman has a natural inclination and attraction towards risky behavior.

But he just can't see.
Despite the danger of the situation, the young man is blind to the consequences.

She give him loving that his body can't handle,
The woman offers him physical pleasure that he can't handle or fulfill.

But all he can say is, "Baby, it's good to me."
Despite the harm it causes to him, he is unable to resist or refuse the temptation.

One day he goes and takes a glimpse in the mirror,
Eventually, he has a moment of self-reflection and sees the damage he has done to himself.

But he doesn't recognize his own face.
This realization is so stark and extreme that he can't even recognize his own face.

His health is fading and he doesn't know why.
His body is deteriorating, but he is unaware of what is causing it.

Three letters took him to his final resting place.
He passes away due to a disease or condition that could have been prevented if he had made better choices.

I seen rainbow yesterday
The artist recalls a brief moment of beauty and hopefulness.

But too many storms have come and gone
However, that hopefulness is fleeting, and many more negative experiences have occurred.

Leavin' a trace of not on God-given ray
These experiences have left a lasting impact, leading to a sense of emptiness and despair.

Is it because my life is ten shades of gray
The artist wonders if their experiences have left them feeling lost and unsure of their direction.

I pray all ten fade away
The singer hopes that these negative experiences will disappear and they can find a path towards positivity.

Seldom praise Him for the sunny days
The singer acknowledges that they don't often express gratitude or appreciation for positive moments in life.

And like his promise is true
However, the singer believes that God has made a promise to them.

Only my faith can undo
It is through faith that the artist can overcome their struggles and hardships.

The many chances I blew
The artist reflects on the opportunities they missed or the bad decisions they made.

To bring my life to anew
The singer hopes to use these experiences as a way to start over and find a new path.

Clear blue and unconditional skies
The singer envisions a bright, hopeful future without obstacles or struggles.

Have dried the tears from my eyes
This vision brings comfort and solace to the artist's pain and sadness.

No more lonely cries
The artist hopes to leave behind feelings of isolation or despair.

My only bleedin' hope
The artist's only hope is for others who are struggling with hardships similar to theirs.

Is for the folk who can't cope
The singer empathizes with others who are struggling to overcome their own challenges.

Wit such an endurin' pain
The pain that these individuals are feeling is unending and difficult to bear.

That it keeps 'em in the pourin' rain
This pain feels all-consuming and prevents them from finding any sense of relief or comfort.

Who's to blame
The singer questions who is responsible for the struggles and hardships that people face.

For tootin' caine in your own vein
The singer suggests that some individuals may be responsible for their own struggles due to their choices or behavior.

What a shame
However, the artist feels a sense of sadness and tragedy about these struggles regardless of the cause.

You shoot and aim for someone else's brain
The artist condemns the cycle of violence and harm that individuals can perpetrate onto others.

You claim the insane
The singer believes that some people who behave harmfully may not be fully aware of the consequences of their actions.

And name this day in time
The singer suggests that these struggles are a product of the current era or moment in time.

For fallin prey to crime
The artist acknowledges that crime and harm can be a result of desperation or difficult circumstances.

I say the system got you victim to your own mind
However, the artist ultimately believes that the root cause of these struggles is societal or systemic, rather than individual.

Dreams are hopeless aspirations
The artist acknowledges that hopes and dreams can feel unattainable or futile.

In hopes of comin' true
However, the singer still believes in the power of hope and dreams to bring about positive change.

Believe in yourself
The artist emphasizes the importance of self-confidence and self-belief in overcoming struggles.

The rest is up to me and you
Ultimately, the singer suggests that it is up to individuals to create positive change and overcome struggles together.