Movin' On
Dawn Tyler Blues Project Lyrics

The lyrics in Dawn Tyler Blues Project's "Movin' On" express the heartbreak of a person who is leaving a lover behind but still holds a deep affection for them. The opening line, "Baby I must be movin' on, but I will miss you when I'm gone," sets the tone for the rest of the song, as it emphasizes the feeling of sadness and regret that comes with leaving someone you love. The following line, "And baby, every day I'll pray the Lord above will keep you safe," shows that the singer still cares about the well-being of their lover, even though they must move on.

The chorus, with its repetition of "Movin' on, I'm movin' on," captures the sense of determination that someone may feel when they are leaving a situation that has become untenable or painful. The singer knows that they need to leave, even though it will be difficult, because they no longer belong in this situation. This theme is echoed in the verse, "I had a vision just the other day, that you would break my heart if I should stay, so I'm leavin' cause you love another girl, I was a fool to let you into my world." The singer realizes that they are not wanted, and that it is time to move on and find a new path.

The song is full of emotion and deep feeling, as well as a sense of acceptance that something has come to an end. The final lines, "Why did I let you love me baby, somehow I knew we couldn't be, but all it took was just one kiss from you baby, and now you've got to set me free," express the realization that love can be both beautiful and painful, and that it is sometimes necessary to move on in order to find a new beginning.