06.Open Up Your Eyes
Daughtry Lyrics
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As a single tear falls from her eye
Another cold day in December
A year from the day she said goodbye
Seems it's only been a moment
Since the angels took him from her arms
And she was left there holding on to their tomorrow
Her heart would sing without a sound
For the first time you can open your eyes
And see the world without your sorrow
Where no one knows the pain you left behind
And all the peace you could never find
Is waiting there to hold and keep you
Welcome to the first day of your life
Just open up your eyes, eyes
A single lifetime lays behind her
As she draws her final breath
Just beyond the door he'll find her
Taking her hand he softly says
For the first time you can open your eyes
And see the world without your sorrow
Where no one knows the pain you left behind
And all the peace you could never find
Is waiting there to hold and keep you
Welcome to the first day of your life
Just open up your eyes as I lay you down tonight
Safe on the other side, no more tears to cry
For the first time you can open your eyes
And see the world without your sorrow
Where no one knows the pain you left behind
And all the peace you could never find
Is waiting there to hold and keep you
Welcome to the first day of your life
Just open up your eyes, eyes, eyes, eyes
The lyrics to Daughtry's song "Open Up Your Eyes" tell the story of a person who has faced a great deal of pain and loss in their life. The opening lines describe the physical space in which the person is existing: a single rose, a single tear, and a cold day in December. This imagery creates a sense of loneliness and sadness; the person is in a very particular moment and feeling very alone.
The lyrics then go on to describe how the person is coping with their loss. They remember a moment when the person they loved was taken from them and they were left holding on to their tomorrow. The line "her heart would sing without a sound" suggests that the person is carrying an immense amount of grief and sadness that is so profound it can't be expressed in words.
However, the song ends on a hopeful note, with the person being welcomed to the first day of their life. The imagery of opening their eyes and seeing the world without sorrow suggests a sense of renewal and the possibility of finding peace. Overall, the lyrics to "Open Up Your Eyes" tell a story of grief, loss, and ultimately, renewal.
Line by Line Meaning
A single rose left to remember
There's only one flower to remind her of the man she loves
As a single tear falls from her eye
She cries for her loss and the pain she feels
Another cold day in December
It's a dark and somber day, a time of mourning
A year from the day she said goodbye
It's been a year since she lost the love of her life
Seems it's only been a moment
Time has flown by in a blur since he passed away
Since the angels took him from her arms
He died and went to heaven, leaving her alone
And she was left there holding on to their tomorrow
She clung to the hope that they would be together again
But as they laid him in the ground
His funeral marked the end of their life together
Her heart would sing without a sound
She found solace within herself and stayed strong
For the first time you can open your eyes
Death brings a new perspective and a chance to start over
And see the world without your sorrow
Without grief, life feels brighter and more hopeful
Where no one knows the pain you left behind
In the afterlife, there is relief from earthly suffering
And all the peace you could never find
Death can bring a sense of calm and tranquility
Is waiting there to hold and keep you
The afterlife promises eternal rest and comfort
Welcome to the first day of your life
After death, there's a new beginning and a fresh start
A single lifetime lays behind her
Her life is coming to an end, and she reflects on what has passed
As she draws her final breath
She's about to pass away and move on to the next life
Just beyond the door he'll find her
Her loved one is waiting for her on the other side
Taking her hand he softly says
He comforts and reassures her in her final moments
Just open up your eyes as I lay you down tonight
He wants her to see the afterlife and feel his love as she passes
Safe on the other side, no more tears to cry
She will finally be at peace and free from suffering
Just open up your eyes, eyes, eyes, eyes
The song ends with a call to open up to a new beginning and leave the past behind
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: CHRISTOPHER A. DAUGHTRY, BEN MOODY, DAVID HODGES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@moelz
A single rose left to remember
As a single tear falls from her eye
Another cold day in December
A year from the day she said goodbye
It seems its only been a moment
Since the angels took him from her arms
And she was left there
Holding on to their tomorrow
But as they lay him in the ground
Her heart would sing without a sound
For the first time you can open your eyes
And see the world without your sorrow
And no one knows the pain you left behind
And all the peace you could never find
Is waiting there to hold you, keep you
Welcome to the first day of your life
Just open up your eyes
Eyes
A single lifetime lays behind her
As she draws her final breath
Just beyond the door he'll find her
And taking her hand he softly says
For the first time you can open your eyes
And see the world without your sorrow
And no one knows the pain you left behind
And all the peace you could never find
Is waiting there to hold you, keep you
Welcome to the first day of your life
Just open up your eyes
As I lay down tonight
Safe on the other side
No more tears to cry
For the first time you can open your eyes
And see the world without your sorrow
And no one knows the pain you left behind
And all the peace you could never find
Is waiting there to hold you, keep you
Welcome to the first day of your life
Just open up your eyes
Eyes
Eyes
Eyes
@wanderingberries
Open Up Your Eyes
Daughtry
A single rose left to remember
As a single tear falls from her eye
Another cold day in December
A year from the day she said goodbye
Seems it's only been a moment
Since the angels took him from her arms
And she was left there holding on to their tomorrow
But as they laid him in the ground
Her heart would sing without a sound
For the first time you can open your eyes
And see the world without your sorrow
Where no one knows the pain you left behind
And all the peace you could never find
Is waiting there to hold and keep you
Welcome to the first day of your life
Just open up your eyes, eyes
A single lifetime lays behind her
As she draws her final breath
Just beyond the door he'll find her
Taking her hand he softly says
For the first time you can open your eyes
And see the world without your sorrow
Where no one knows the pain you left behind
And all the peace you could never find
Is waiting there to hold and keep you
Welcome to the first day of your life
Just open up your eyes as I lay you down tonight
Safe on the other side, no more tears to cry
For the first time you can open your eyes
And see the world without your sorrow
Where no one knows the pain you left behind
And all the peace you could never find
Is waiting there to hold and keep you
Welcome to the first day of your life
Just open up your eyes, eyes, eyes, eyes
@joycaley1515
My take on this song is very different.. I was in an emotionally and physically abusive relationship for ten years. When I symbolically put him and us into the ground, I never thought I could recover - I've spend the last year and a half opening up my eyes - seeing the world and rediscovering all there is to have and be. 💜
@jessicam9121
<3 SAME
@Incubusnut
I’m sorry you both went through that. :(
@lisadebergerwheeler7306
That is beautiful. Sometimes we have to go through the worst before we can accept the best. We all deserve the best. Congratulations 💛
@ginabrnhrst5830
We know why the caged bird sings. Spread your wings and fly. Free Bird!
@petarpesic3959
Thank you so much for this interpretation. You have no idea how much it means to me. I went through the same thing and its so comforting to know that I'm not alone.
@theunsrossouw6567
This is the most amazing song I've ever heard, cause it carries so much emotion.Thank you Daugherty for bringing this song to life.
Your latest fan!!
@moelz
A single rose left to remember
As a single tear falls from her eye
Another cold day in December
A year from the day she said goodbye
It seems its only been a moment
Since the angels took him from her arms
And she was left there
Holding on to their tomorrow
But as they lay him in the ground
Her heart would sing without a sound
For the first time you can open your eyes
And see the world without your sorrow
And no one knows the pain you left behind
And all the peace you could never find
Is waiting there to hold you, keep you
Welcome to the first day of your life
Just open up your eyes
Eyes
A single lifetime lays behind her
As she draws her final breath
Just beyond the door he'll find her
And taking her hand he softly says
For the first time you can open your eyes
And see the world without your sorrow
And no one knows the pain you left behind
And all the peace you could never find
Is waiting there to hold you, keep you
Welcome to the first day of your life
Just open up your eyes
As I lay down tonight
Safe on the other side
No more tears to cry
For the first time you can open your eyes
And see the world without your sorrow
And no one knows the pain you left behind
And all the peace you could never find
Is waiting there to hold you, keep you
Welcome to the first day of your life
Just open up your eyes
Eyes
Eyes
Eyes
@kimberleyawilder2271
Daughtry, I love this song. I can't stop listening to your music. I've LOVED your singing since American Idol!
I'm a HUGE fan 4 LIFE!!! God bless you and your band!
Thanks for the phenomenal entertainment! 😍🤞🌟🎵
@barbararacanati6852
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