Small Town Boy
D-Age Lyrics


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Digging through the earth to get out the other side
Anywhere other than this stain on the map is alright
Not running away, but trying anywhere to find
Other people with the same sort of future in mind

I can't escape, I cannot wait

Chasing the sunrise, for miles and miles
On a tired old train
Watching the moon go down
Through a picture frame

Listen how still it is
Even wind has died
Can't rain on you if you
Can see the sunrise

Every day starts the same
Starts with hope
And every night, all the nights
Comes back alone

So just wait one more day
One day, to your surprise
One day won't be alone
When you watch the sunrise

Chasing and running away at the same time
Jumping ship but not holding on to a line
One more falls off this spinning wheel
Another steps on and more are hot on their heels

Digging through the earth to get out the other side
Anywhere other than this stain on the map is alright




Not running away, but trying anywhere to find
Other people with the same sort of future in mind

Overall Meaning

These lyrics from D-Age's song "Small Town Boy" depict the singer's desire to break free from the constraints of their small town and find a more fulfilling life elsewhere. The opening lines convey a sense of desperation, as the singer feels trapped and longs to escape their current situation. They express a willingness to go anywhere, even if it means digging through the earth, just to find a place where they can connect with others who have similar aspirations.


The chorus reflects the singer's struggle to find a sense of belonging and purpose. They tirelessly chase after new opportunities, symbolized by the sunrise, hoping that each new day will bring something different. Yet, despite their efforts, they often find themselves feeling alone and isolated. The line "Every day starts the same, starts with hope" highlights the recurring cycle of disappointment and the constant search for something better.


The second verse suggests that the singer is torn between leaving their small town and facing the unknown or staying and enduring the monotony. They are aware of the risks involved in chasing their dreams but also recognize that others are following their lead, stepping onto the same spinning wheel of uncertainty.


Line by Line Meaning

Digging through the earth to get out the other side
Striving to escape the current situation and find a better place in life.


Anywhere other than this stain on the map is alright
Any location away from this dull and suffocating place is acceptable.


Not running away, but trying anywhere to find
Not simply fleeing, but actively searching for a place where one belongs.


Other people with the same sort of future in mind
Seeking the company of individuals who share similar aspirations for the future.


I can't escape, I cannot wait
Feeling trapped and impatient to break free from the current circumstances.


Chasing the sunrise, for miles and miles
Pursuing the promise of a new day and a fresh start, regardless of the distance.


On a tired old train
Travelling on a worn-out mode of transportation metaphorically representing the weariness of the journey.


Watching the moon go down
Observing the end of another night, symbolizing the passing of time.


Through a picture frame
Viewing the world and experiences from a restricted perspective, unable to fully engage with the surroundings.


Listen how still it is
Noticing the silence and absence of movement in the environment.


Even wind has died
The absence of wind signifies a lack of change and progress in the current situation.


Can't rain on you if you
Adversities cannot affect you if you


Can see the sunrise
Can witness the dawning of a new day and maintain hope.


Every day starts the same
The routine of each day is monotonous and repetitive.


Starts with hope
Nevertheless, each day begins with a glimmer of optimism.


And every night, all the nights
Yet, as each night falls, every single night


Comes back alone
One is left in solitude, lacking companionship and support.


So just wait one more day
Therefore, one must exhibit patience and endure for another day.


One day, to your surprise
Eventually, a day will arrive unexpectedly


One day won't be alone
A day will come where one won't experience loneliness.


When you watch the sunrise
By witnessing the sunrise and staying hopeful, loneliness can be overcome.


Chasing and running away at the same time
Simultaneously pursuing a better future and escaping the current hardships.


Jumping ship but not holding on to a line
Abandoning the current situation without a solid plan or support system.


One more falls off this spinning wheel
Another person succumbs to the challenges and chaos of life.


Another steps on and more are hot on their heels
However, new individuals quickly take their place, with others closely following behind.




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Written by: John Howard

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Mateus Carvalho

Lying in Wait and Eletric Scum are 2 masterpieces from Depressive Age: the vocals, the guitars...all fantastic

Kra-kra Voh

браво! так печально её слушать и в тоже время она как окно в воспоминания...
детство самое лучшее что есть в жизни человека.

werbet

хех) это песня про то, как гея родители из дома выперли

Savagio Desperados

Great version !!!

Şafak Bilici

How can you even say that this is the worst one? Better than others.

Προμηθεύς Τιτάν

Awsome!!!....''harder'' than ''Paradise Lost'', also great version!!!

Görkem Ük

harder than Paradise Lost? where are your ears?

Vinicius Durães

I love D-Age

andra neko

perfect

Valentin Marval

Mon enfance

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