Long Way
Craig´s brother Lyrics

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It's a long way down
It's a gap that's dark and deep
It's a long way
But there's hope for those who leap
It's a long way down
Who can see what lies below?
It's a long way
But there's one thing I know

It's a course we must pursue
And I'll be waiting on the other side for you
You're not alone
You're not alone

It's a long way down
It's a slope that's slick and steep
It's a long way
Can you hold the words you keep?
It's a simple trust
Should I be an optimist?
Is it your lust?
Can you keep your promises?

'Cause sometimes promises don't come true
But I never thought I could not count on you.
Will you live to see this through?
We're not alone
We're not alone

It's a long way down
I can't see the ground
I'm following the only way I know how
It's a long way down
It's a long way down
I'm broken without these promises

Not alone, we're not alone, are we?
Not alone, we're not alone, are we?

Not alone, we're not alone, are we?
Not alone, we're not alone, are we?

Overall Meaning

The song "Long way" by Craig's brother speaks about the challenges and doubts that we face in life, especially when we are about to take a big leap towards our dreams or aspirations. The lyrics describe the feeling of uncertainty and the fear of the unknown that we experience when we are confronted with difficult choices. The lines "It's a long way down, it's a gap that's dark and deep" and "It's a long way down, can you hold the words you keep?" emphasize the gravity of the situation and the importance of having faith in ourselves and in those around us.

The song also highlights the need for trust and loyalty when it comes to relationships. The lines "Is it your lust? Can you keep your promises?" express the doubts and insecurities that we may have when we are involved in a romantic relationship or when we make promises to someone. The song encourages us to keep our promises and to be true to our word, even when things are tough. The chorus repeats the phrase "We're not alone" several times, representing the idea that we should seek support from others during difficult times.

Overall, the message of the song is one of hope and resilience. It encourages us to take risks and to have faith in ourselves and in others, even when the future seems uncertain. The song advocates for perseverance and for holding on to our dreams, no matter how difficult the journey may be.

Line by Line Meaning

It's a long way down
The journey ahead will not be easy

It's a gap that's dark and deep
The unknown is daunting and uncertain

It's a long way
The road ahead is challenging and arduous

But there's hope for those who leap
Taking a chance can bring positive change

Who can see what lies below?
The future is unknown and unpredictable

But there's one thing I know
Having faith can lead to perseverance

It's a course we must pursue
We must move forward despite obstacles

And I'll be waiting on the other side for you
Support and encouragement are available

You're not alone
We are all in this together

It's a slope that's slick and steep
Challenges we face can be treacherous

Can you hold the words you keep?
Will you follow through on your promises?