Torches
Daughtry Lyrics
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Like an ember in the brush
And can you picture a world without it?
And turn it all to ash and dust
We keep waiting on a day that never comes and never comes
Too late is not a thing and we just gotta be stronger
Oh, gotta be stronger
Love is like a torch that's burning bright
Carry it on, carry it on and you'll see
Fire will shine a light on the darkest side
Carry it on, carry it on
'Cause we can never right all the wrongs
So leave the past well enough alone
And say
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, oh oh
Take a look at what we started
Oh, spreading kindness all around
Don't you know it's so contagious, yeah
Take a hit and pass it down
We keep waiting on a day that never comes and never comes
Too late is not a thing and we just gotta be strong
Love is like a torch that's burning bright
Carry it on, carry it on and you'll see
Fire will shine a light on the darkest side
Carry it on, carry it on
'Cause we can never right all the wrongs
So leave the past well enough alone
Just say
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, oh oh
Just say (oh oh, oh oh, oh oh)
It's gonna be alright
Yeah
It's gonna be alright
Yeah
Love is like a torch that's burning bright
Carry it on, carry it on and you'll see
Fire will shine a light on the darkest side
Carry it on, carry it on and say
It's gonna be alright (oh oh)
Yeah (oh oh)
It's gonna be alright (oh oh)
Yeah (oh oh)
I said it's gonna be alright (oh oh)
Yeah (oh oh)
It's gonna be alright (oh oh)
Yeah
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, oh
The lyrics to Daughtry's "Torches" describe the current state of our society, with all the hate and lies around us like an ember that could turn everything to ash and dust. Despite the darkness, the song reminds us to hold onto the torch of love that burns inside of us, and to carry it on, spreading kindness and making the world a brighter place. The song encourages us to be strong and not wait for a day that may never come.
The chorus repeats the message that love is like a torch that burns bright and shines a light on the darkest side. The song acknowledges that we cannot right all the wrongs in the past, so it's better to leave it alone and focus on the present and future. The repetition at the end of the song states that everything is going to be alright, and we should trust in that fact and continue to carry the torch of love.
The song is a powerful reminder of the importance of spreading positivity and love in a world that has so much negativity. It encourages us to keep fighting the darkness and to hold onto hope for a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
All the hate and lies around us
With deception and negativity ever present in our surroundings
Like an ember in the brush
The negativity is quietly dormant until it ignites into danger
And can you picture a world without it?
A utopia without negativity is hard to imagine
And turn it all to ash and dust
And reversing it entirely is unattainable and unrealistic
We keep waiting on a day that never comes and never comes
Longing for a utopian future that may never materialize
Too late is not a thing and we just gotta be stronger
It's never too late to be resilient and endure in the face of adversity
Love is like a torch that's burning bright
Love is a powerful and illuminating force
Carry it on, carry it on and you'll see
Continue to embrace love and its effects will be visible
Fire will shine a light on the darkest side
Love will disclose the worst aspects of a situation so they can be extinguished
'Cause we can never right all the wrongs
Past wrongs can't always be rectified
So leave the past well enough alone
So it's best to learn from the past and let it be
Take a look at what we started
Reflect on the positive changes that have been initiated
Oh, spreading kindness all around
And feel optimistic about the ripple effects of those positive changes
Don't you know it's so contagious, yeah
The momentum of kindness and positivity grows and spreads easily
Take a hit and pass it down
Pass on that positive energy to others
Just say
In doing so, embrace these words
It's gonna be alright
It will all be okay
Love is like a torch that's burning bright
Love can light the way
Carry it on, carry it on and you'll see
Continue to love, and you'll see its impact
Fire will shine a light on the darkest side
Love will brighten the most ominous of moments.
It's gonna be alright (oh oh)
It will all be okay
Yeah (oh oh)
Yes
I said it's gonna be alright (oh oh)
I'm telling you, it will be okay
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, oh
Repeating the empowering sentiment in the form of a chant
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Richard Dave Bassett, Chris Daughtry
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@timothyjoseph3867
Lyrics:
All the hate and lies around us
Like an ember in the brush
And can you picture a world without it?
And turn it all to ash and dust
We keep waiting on a day that never comes and never comes
Too late is not a thing and we just gotta be stronger
Oh, gotta be stronger
Love is like a torch that's burning bright
Carry it on, carry it on and you'll see
Fire will shine a light on the darkest side
Carry it on, carry it on
'Cause we can never right all the wrongs
So leave the past well enough alone
And say
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, oh oh
Take a look at what we started
Oh, spreading kindness all around
Don't you know it's so contagious, yeah
Take a hit and pass it down
We keep waiting on a day that never comes and never comes
Too late is not a thing and we just gotta be strong
Love is like a torch that's burning bright
Carry it on, carry it on and you'll see
Fire will shine a light on the darkest side
Carry it on, carry it on
'Cause we can never right all the wrongs
So leave the past well enough alone
Just say
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, oh oh
Just say (oh oh, oh oh, oh oh)
It's gonna be alright
Yeah
It's gonna be alright
Yeah
Love is like a torch that's burning bright
Carry it on, carry it on and you'll see
Fire will shine a light on the darkest side
Carry it on, carry it on and say
It's gonna be alright (oh oh)
Yeah (oh oh)
It's gonna be alright (oh oh)
Yeah (oh oh)
I said it's gonna be alright (oh oh)
Yeah (oh oh)
It's gonna be alright (oh oh)
Yeah
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, oh
@areesha153
The lyrics so good
'Cause we can never right all the wrongs
So leave the past well enough alone'
And
" Take a look at what we started
Oh, spreading kindness all around
Don't you know it's so contagious? Yeah
Take a hit and pass it down"
I have this song on repeat coz its so good & well sung..
@getrudemoyo9418
It doesn't matter u have heard the song for the first time..... This band is just what we call music at it's finest
@ange5567
This band is talented beyond words. If you haven't seen them live yet, it is a MUST. So much energy and nostalgia and good vibes.
@eriksrok9426
This band truly is the most underrated on the planet.You can tell that all the songs are unique,but what they all have in common is meaning they have which is rarity nowadays.The most popular songs in the world are crap compared to Daughtry's songs.This song and many others deserve a whole lot views and popularity they get.There are still many who appreciate everything you're doing.Keep it up Daughtry
@lindaw66
I absolutely love this guy. Been following him for years. My favorite artist! Keep it rolling, Daughtry! We love you!!!!
@kirara2516
Same. Been a fan since he placed 4th in American Idol. He should have won, but he still thrived and his fan count only grew.
@lindaw66
@@kirara2516 I too learned who he was from American Idol. I agree he should have won but he didnβt let it get to him. Heβs one of the few former Idol competitors to make it in the music world. He is a success and Iβm looking forward to more and more music from him.
@timothyjoseph3867
Lyrics:
All the hate and lies around us
Like an ember in the brush
And can you picture a world without it?
And turn it all to ash and dust
We keep waiting on a day that never comes and never comes
Too late is not a thing and we just gotta be stronger
Oh, gotta be stronger
Love is like a torch that's burning bright
Carry it on, carry it on and you'll see
Fire will shine a light on the darkest side
Carry it on, carry it on
'Cause we can never right all the wrongs
So leave the past well enough alone
And say
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, oh oh
Take a look at what we started
Oh, spreading kindness all around
Don't you know it's so contagious, yeah
Take a hit and pass it down
We keep waiting on a day that never comes and never comes
Too late is not a thing and we just gotta be strong
Love is like a torch that's burning bright
Carry it on, carry it on and you'll see
Fire will shine a light on the darkest side
Carry it on, carry it on
'Cause we can never right all the wrongs
So leave the past well enough alone
Just say
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, oh oh
Just say (oh oh, oh oh, oh oh)
It's gonna be alright
Yeah
It's gonna be alright
Yeah
Love is like a torch that's burning bright
Carry it on, carry it on and you'll see
Fire will shine a light on the darkest side
Carry it on, carry it on and say
It's gonna be alright (oh oh)
Yeah (oh oh)
It's gonna be alright (oh oh)
Yeah (oh oh)
I said it's gonna be alright (oh oh)
Yeah (oh oh)
It's gonna be alright (oh oh)
Yeah
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, oh
@areesha153
The lyrics so good
'Cause we can never right all the wrongs
So leave the past well enough alone'
And
" Take a look at what we started
Oh, spreading kindness all around
Don't you know it's so contagious? Yeah
Take a hit and pass it down"
I have this song on repeat coz its so good & well sung..
@ShelleyRocks
I have been a fan of yours since the beginning. I absolutely love you, your music and message. Your music is inspirational and uplifting. This song, Torches, is no different. You are special, and are incredibly talented. I enjoy your music all the time and am happy to see you be so successful. You were a great mentor on Idol this season also. I have seen you several times in concert and have always been blown away each and every time. Not to sound greedy, because I know you usually hit Charlotte on your tours, but would still love to see you again here soon! Well done Chris, you seriously do rock!
@kazinha42
amo todas musicas , calmante pra minha alma !!! Daughtry