All Alone
David O'Dowda feat. Various Artists Lyrics
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I will hold all the lights on you
We give ourselves a shining start
All alone
All alone
And all the roses turn to black
And my heart is as cold as stone
All alone
All alone
And though the trouble's in the dark
I will hold all the lights on you
We give ourselves a shining start
All alone
All alone
The lyrics to the song "All Alone" by David O'Dowda feat. Various Artists convey a message of support in difficult times. The first stanza talks about holding the light for someone in the darkness, promising to be there for them during their struggles. The second stanza mentions the loss of roses and a cold heart, but again reiterates the idea of providing a bright beginning, even when alone. The repetition of "All alone" drives home the lonely nature of these struggles, but the reminder of a "shining start" suggests that there's light at the end of the tunnel.
What stands out to me is the use of "We give ourselves" rather than "I give you" or "You give me." This implies a mutual support system, with both parties helping each other through difficult times. It's a reminder that we don't have to be alone and can lean on each other for strength. The imagery of holding "all the lights" is also powerful, conjuring a sense of hope and warmth in the midst of darkness.
Overall, these lyrics speak to the human experience of facing challenges and seeking support. They emphasize that we all have the capacity to be there for each other, and that even when alone, we can create a new beginning.
Line by Line Meaning
And though the trouble's in the dark
Even when there are difficulties that are not easy to see
I will hold all the lights on you
I'll be there to guide you through those troublesome times
We give ourselves a shining start
We launch into a new beginning with bright hopes and goals
All alone
But without anyone around to share in our journey toward that future
And all the roses turn to black
The beauty and joys in life have faded and the world is now bleak
And my heart is as cold as stone
I feel unfeeling and empty inside, with no emotion to offer
We give ourselves a shining start
Despite the pain, we still have hope and the determination to move forward
All alone
But with only ourselves to rely on and push us forward to a better tomorrow
Writer(s): David O'dowda, Rachel Wood
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