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"Colony House, a humble apartment complex on 11th Ave. in downtown Franklin, Tennessee, has at some point in each of our lives been our home. Now it is our namesake as we take Franklin, TN with us and travel around the world playing music for those who will listen!"
This Beautiful Life
Colony House Lyrics
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What is the meaning of it all?
To fall in love, to make a life that's calm and stable
Or just to find a place where I belong?
What in the world am I looking for?
What is the peace that I can find?
This longing for, I can't ignore but am I able
All that I know
All that I see
All that I feel
Inside of me
All that I've done
All that I've tried
There must be more
To this beautiful life
Well I go to water to find innocence
Breathe deep the air to fill my lungs
And beauty sings his songs to me
Every note I follow to find out where
The voice is coming from
All that I know
All that I see
All that I feel
Inside of me
All that I've done
All that I've tried
There must be more
To this beautiful life
And I can't be satisfied
This well has long been dry
What does it cost to find a home
For what's been lost?
Well maybe I'm a part of something that's bigger than me
Like I'm a page in a book in a library
And inside my heart there's a dying part that's always searching
'Cause I know that there's a place where I belong
All that I know
All that I see
All that I feel
Inside of me
All that I've done
All that I've tried
There must be more
To this wonderful
Terrible
Beautiful life
The song "This Beautiful Life" by Colony House explores the search for meaning and purpose in life. The opening lines pose the question, "What in the world are we doing here?" and "What is the meaning of it all?" These questions are existential in nature, and reflect the human desire to understand our place in the world. The chorus highlights the search for something more in life, stating that "there must be more to this beautiful life." The song also acknowledges the struggles of this search, as the lyrics describe a "dying part that's always searching" within the singer's heart.
As the song continues, there is a sense of yearning for connection and belonging. The lyrics mention the desire to "fall in love" and "make a life that's calm and stable," as well as finding a place to belong. There is also a sense of seeking peace, with the lyrics questioning what the peace may be that is sought after. The singer turns to nature as a source of solace and inspiration, with references to water and the air that we breathe. In the final verse, there is a recognition that the search for meaning may be part of something larger than ourselves, with a reference to being a "page in a book in a library." The song concludes with the repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the desire to find more meaning in life.
Overall, "This Beautiful Life" explores the human quest for purpose and meaning. It acknowledges the struggles and difficulties that come with this search, but also emphasizes the beauty and wonder of life. Through references to nature and a larger sense of connection, the song offers a sense of hope and possibility.
Line by Line Meaning
What in the world are we doing here?
Questioning the purpose of our existence
What is the meaning of it all?
Questioning the significance of life in general
To fall in love, to make a life that's calm and stable
Wondering if the purpose is to find love and create a peaceful life
Or just to find a place where I belong?
Contemplating if the goal is simply to find a sense of belonging
What in the world am I looking for?
Questioning personal desires and aspirations
What is the peace that I can find?
Wondering what brings inner peace and happiness
This longing for, I can't ignore but am I able
Recognizing the inner desire but questioning the ability to fulfill it
To see the good and taste it on my tongue?
Wondering if it's possible to fully appreciate and experience positivity
All that I know
Acknowledging personal knowledge
All that I see
Understanding personal perception
All that I feel
Recognizing personal emotions
Inside of me
All feelings and emotions are internal
All that I've done
Reflecting on past experiences and actions
All that I've tried
Acknowledging past efforts and attempts
There must be more
Believing that there is additional meaning or purpose to life
To this beautiful life
Referring to the beauty, wonder, and complexity of life
Well I go to water to find innocence
Finding purity and simplicity in nature
Breathe deep the air to fill my lungs
Taking a moment to gain a sense of being alive
And beauty sings his songs to me
Appreciating beauty and its impact on oneself
Every note I follow to find out where
Following the beauty to its source
The voice is coming from
Trying to identify the origins of beauty
And I can't be satisfied
Feeling restless and seeking more
This well has long been dry
Feeling unfulfilled and lacking in meaning
What does it cost to find a home
Contemplating the necessary sacrifices to find a sense of belonging
For what's been lost?
Questioning what has been lost and how to regain it
Well maybe I'm a part of something that's bigger than me
Speculating if there is a greater purpose or meaning beyond personal existence
Like I'm a page in a book in a library
Feeling like a small part of a larger story
And inside my heart there's a dying part that's always searching
Feeling a deep, inner desire to search for something meaningful
'Cause I know that there's a place where I belong
Believing in the existence of a place where one's desires are fulfilled
To this wonderful
Describing the awe-inspiring nature of life
Terrible
Recognizing the difficulties and challenges in life
Beautiful life
Combining the wonder and struggles of living into one powerful phrase
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CALEB STEVENSON CHAPMAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@tanzhenli7444
What in the world are we doing here?
What is the meaning of it all?
To fall in love, to make a life that’s calm and stable
Or just to find a place where I belong?
What in the world am I looking for?
What is the peace that I can find?
This longing for, I can’t ignore but am I able
To see the good and taste it on my tongue?
All that I know
All that I see
All that I feel
Inside of me
All that I’ve done
All that I’ve tried
There must be more
To this beautiful life
Well I go to water to find innocence
Breathe deep the air to fill my lungs
And beauty sings his songs to me
Every note I follow to find out where
The voice is coming from
All that I know
All that I see
All that I feel
Inside of me
All that I’ve done
All that I’ve tried
There must be more
To this beautiful life
And I can’t be satisfied
This well has long been dry
What does it cost to find a home
For what’s been lost?
Well maybe I’m a part of something that’s bigger than me
Like I’m a page in a book in a library
And inside my heart there’s a dying part that’s always searching
‘Cause I know that there’s a place where I belong
All that I know
All that I see
All that I feel
Inside of me
All that I’ve done
All that I’ve tried
There must be more
To this wonderful
Terrible
Beautiful life
Songwriters: Caleb Stevenson Chapman
@kunaami
And I can't be satisfied
And this well has long been dried
What does it cost
To find a home for what's been lost
Nothing in this world can satisfy our hearts because our souls aren't made for this place. We aren't supposed to be here forever. No matter how hard we search in this world, we can't find true joy here. This well has long been dried. The earth cannot satisfy what does not belong to it.
@joice.
I can't even begin to explain how beautiful this song is. pure poetry.
@andrefurman9389
Amazing! Heart piercing! I am sitting here in the country destroyed by a mad dictator in a week, praying and thinking about the further direction of my life, weeping as I listen to this song. My daughter sang it to me yesterday sending me bawling. And then shared the original. Thank you for this. Amazingly deep and right up to the point.
@alannaholeary8138
So beautiful and relaxing omg ❤❤ It's so hard to find a good band like this nowadays
@MyCatIsNotAmused
agree
@katiewiebe512
I love how they have this version of themselves, but then they can completely flip and play songs like You Know It and You and I
@kevinmoreno7458
Omg, this is extremely relaxing. You guys are geniuses, just found out about you like two weeks ago, and you already are on my top 10 bands. You are amazing!
@jenniferortiz526
Kev ML omg you fake fan!!!1!!11!!1!1!
@tanzhenli7444
What in the world are we doing here?
What is the meaning of it all?
To fall in love, to make a life that’s calm and stable
Or just to find a place where I belong?
What in the world am I looking for?
What is the peace that I can find?
This longing for, I can’t ignore but am I able
To see the good and taste it on my tongue?
All that I know
All that I see
All that I feel
Inside of me
All that I’ve done
All that I’ve tried
There must be more
To this beautiful life
Well I go to water to find innocence
Breathe deep the air to fill my lungs
And beauty sings his songs to me
Every note I follow to find out where
The voice is coming from
All that I know
All that I see
All that I feel
Inside of me
All that I’ve done
All that I’ve tried
There must be more
To this beautiful life
And I can’t be satisfied
This well has long been dry
What does it cost to find a home
For what’s been lost?
Well maybe I’m a part of something that’s bigger than me
Like I’m a page in a book in a library
And inside my heart there’s a dying part that’s always searching
‘Cause I know that there’s a place where I belong
All that I know
All that I see
All that I feel
Inside of me
All that I’ve done
All that I’ve tried
There must be more
To this wonderful
Terrible
Beautiful life
Songwriters: Caleb Stevenson Chapman
@daiannarodriguez9228
this song gives me the chills.. i just love their music! thank you colony house for your good work and music
@charlieparker4741
This may be instantly my favorite song you guys have written. Pure Brilliance. Can't wait for the album and upcoming tour.