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The Promise
Crossroad Lyrics
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Something I wasnโt born to do
And the reason behind it all
Was long before I met you
Well I gotta have it whole
Iโll never be back around
Lingering all alone
If the answers so simple
Where will I lie
In the midst of the River
I can see with my eyes
Slowly getting bigger
Iโm a fool for nobody
I promise you
If im wrong if im right
A cycle that goes on
To avoid with all my might
Till somethingโs gone
Iโm a fool for nobody
I promise you
Well donโt you just leave and go back home
Thread is bound to unravel
Water flowing from the cup
They say money is like us in time
It lies but canโt stand up
If you wanna die a good man
Canโt die any time soon
And I know what I am
Just the same as you
If the answers so simple
Where will I lie
In the midst of the River
I can see with my eyes
Slowly getting bigger
Iโm a fool for nobody
I promise you
If im wrong if im right
A cycle that goes on
To avoid with all my might
Till somethingโs gone
Iโm a fool for nobody
I promise you
Well donโt you just leave and go back home
"The Promise" by Crossroad is a song that delves into the singer's realization of his own foolishness in pursuing something he was not meant for, and the consequences of his actions. The lyrics suggest that the singer was mistaken in believing he loved something that was not his true calling. He acknowledges that the reason for this misguided pursuit existed long before he met the person he is addressing in the song. The singer expresses a desire to have the whole truth and not be stuck in a state of loneliness and contemplation, where he was initially found.
The song also touches on the theme of searching for answers and meaning in life. The singer questions where he will find himself in the grand scheme of things, using the metaphor of lying in the midst of a river, seeing with his eyes that it is slowly getting bigger. This could symbolize the increasing complexity and challenges he faces in life. Despite his uncertainties, he makes a promise that he is a fool for nobody, suggesting a determination to learn from his mistakes and not be easily swayed or deceived. The song ends with a plea for the person he is addressing not to leave and go back home, possibly indicating a fear of abandonment or a desire for companionship.
Line by Line Meaning
Was a fool to think I Loved
I made the mistake of believing that I truly loved someone
Something I wasnโt born to do
Engaging in that love was not my destined purpose
And the reason behind it all
The cause and explanation for this situation
Was long before I met you
Originated much earlier than the time I encountered you
Well I gotta have it whole
I desire to possess it entirely and completely
Iโll never be back around
I will never return to where I once was
Lingering all alone
Existing in a state of solitude
Right where I was found
Precisely at the place where I was discovered
If the answers so simple
If the solution is really that uncomplicated
Where will I lie
Where will my position or situation be
In the midst of the River
Inside the center of the flowing stream
I can see with my eyes
I am visually perceiving it
Slowly getting bigger
Gradually becoming larger in size
Iโm a fool for nobody
I am not foolish for anyone
I promise you
I assure you of this fact
If im wrong if im right
Whether I am incorrect or correct
A cycle that goes on
A repeating pattern that continues indefinitely
To avoid with all my might
To actively prevent with all my strength
Till somethingโs gone
Until something has vanished or disappeared
Well donโt you just leave and go back home
Please do not simply depart and return to your place of residence
Thread is bound to unravel
The situation is certain to unravel and fall apart
Water flowing from the cup
Liquid moving out of the container
They say money is like us in time
It is said that money is similar to humanity with the passing of time
It lies but canโt stand up
It deceives but lacks the ability to remain upright
If you wanna die a good man
If you desire to die as an honorable individual
Canโt die any time soon
It is impossible to perish in the near future
And I know what I am
And I am fully aware of my identity
Just the same as you
In the exact same way as you
Lyrics ยฉ O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Valentin Vasseur, Alyssa Galvan
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@SantaCruzOM
I love that Clapton watches Sonny's solo with absolute admiration in his eyes. And rightfully so!
@LloydBraun11
I really love seeing them hug at the end.
@philipearlmcg3964
Vince Gill said watching Sonny was like algebra. He just couldnโt understand it.
@philipearlmcg3964
I live in Lafayette and get to see Sonny often. Will see him with Marcia Ball 5/19/22 at Rhythms on the River. Saw him last week at the Festival International de Louisiane here in Lafayette
@nicolasnikopol7946
Clapton said that Sonny was 50 years ahead any guitarist in the world. He IS impressed.
@vanshipman
Sonny is a monster with a technique that is just humbling. I found out about Sonny through an Edward Van Halen interview. He was Eddieโs favorite slide player and you can hear how Sonny influenced him on the song โBallot or the Bulletโ on the VH III album. So thank you Edward for giving that shine, just like Eric did later with his Crossroad shows. I love how Sonny brings out the fire in Eric on this particular performance. Great players tend to do that to one another and when it happens, itโs so special and rare.
I love these players and will always be inspired by their God given gifts.
I miss you Eddie, you were simply the GOAT and will forever be missed. ๐ ๐ธ
@Realfi
Whenever I watch these Crossroads clips I gain a lot of respect for Clapton's generosity and humility.
@DH-gg6jx
Landreth is one of the most underrated guitarists of all time and deserves to be named up there among the best! Brilliant pairing on stage this Clapton loves it!
@gavinclelland6488
Agreed, and I'm way too late to the conversation. Clapton has the rep, but Sonny is pretty darn close in ability. Two totally different styles, but it sure works together, one of the best duets I've heard.
@DH-gg6jx
Gavin Clelland never too late! Agree with your comment. Different styles but sonny is a master at what he does. Effortless.