the way
Damien Rice Lyrics

Long long way to the top
Reaching your dreams and the ultimate goal is a journey that's far and difficult.

Long way down if you fall
If you fail while aiming for greatness, the fall will be arduous and protracted.

And it's a long way back if you get lost
Losing sight of who you are or where you are heading can take a long-span travel time to find your way.

Long way out to the end
The conclusion of a pursuit is a substantial distance that needs to be traveled.

Long way to go to lose your friends
Friends are important, and they are missed, but it takes many paths and time to get to a point where a loss inevitably happens.

It's a long way to haul all the traps you've trawled
The baggage we collect is challenging to carry, and it takes substantial effort to deal with the pain they bring.

When you could just stop and let go
However, it is quite possible to simplify life and let go of the burden, but it takes courage to do so.

You say "not now, maybe later
Procrastination weaved in the self-talk can be a major obstruction.

But not now, maybe later
Delaying things could come from our desire to prioritizing or placing them apart until later.

"Not now, maybe later" (you're only in your way)
But at moments, we become our obstacle, and we deny ourselves the chance of growth.

"But not now, maybe later" (you're only in your way)
We find reasons, just like the above line, to convince ourselves that now may not be the time.

"Not now, maybe later" (you're only in your way)
We can see further than where we are, and that what we wish and desire is feasible, even though, it's only in the way we think of the sacrifices needed that stops us.

"But not now, maybe later" (you're only in your way)
Thus, likely, it is merely our way of thinking, and the moment we understand how much we are blocking ourselves, we comprehend that delays are detrimental.

"But not now, maybe wait" (you're only in your way)
Nonetheless, sometimes, waiting is good when we are uncertain, and we can always return later.

'Cause love is tough
Love is not always an effortless journey, and turmoil is to be expected.

When enough is not enough
Love requires an all-in commitment to accept its highs and lows entirely.

Not enough
However, when either of the partners is not willing to commit and make things work despite their best efforts, it could fall apart.

Not enough
Then, it becomes more apparent when the relationship is over.

Not enough
But even when such things happen, it is okay to admit that it wasn't enough and move on with growth someday.

Not enough
Sometimes, allowing closure and leaving a relationship could allow growth and productivity.

Not enough
And regardless of the circumstances that bring about one's departure from the relationships, admitting that it is not enough is acceptable.

Not enough
In summary, by being honest with ourselves, we put in the effort required for the transition that leads to growth.