Davis' independent streak began in Little Rock, Arkansas, where she kicked off her career at 12 years old. Now based in Nashville, she has earned acclaim not only for her live show, but also her sharp, articulate songwriting. She collaborates with co-writers like Grammy-winner Maren Morris on Cactus, whose bold, country-leaning sound was produced by Jordan Lehning. The result is Elise Davis' most honest record to date — an album about what it takes to stand alone, rooted in the hard-won wisdom of a songwriter who's unafraid to shine a light on her missteps and victories.
Finally
Elise Davis Lyrics
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Leave my worries outside.
Go up to your room,
Slip into bed with you,
Turn off my phone and my mind.
Finally.
Before I close my eyes I smile.
The curtain open,
The silence broken
with just a goodnight kiss.
Street light falls on your face.
I'm in the right place.
Finally.
Finally
All I see is what's real and in front of me.
Finally
I don't need a reason.
Finally.
I'm in your kitchen.
I'm frying bacon.
Birds are singing outside.
I'm brewing coffee,
Making it real strong.
It was a late last night.
Look how the dust is dancing in the sunlight…
Finally
All I see is what's real and in front of me.
Finally
I don't need a reason.
Finally
All I am is lightfoot and fancy-free.
Finally
I don't need a reason.
Finally.
(solo)
Pull up a chair and good conversation.
Let's keep it real for awhile.
I'm in a good mood.
You're such a cool dude,
And we've got nothing but time.
Finally.
Elise Davis's song "Finally" is about finding relief from the stresses of life in a fulfilling relationship. The opening lyrics show the singer entering their partner's home, taking off their shoes and leaving their worries outside, emphasizing the safe and comforting environment of the relationship. They then slip into bed with their partner, turning off their phone and mind, indicating a much-needed break from the constant noise of everyday life. This release is reinforced when the singer says "finally."
As the song continues, the singer describes the beauty of being present in the moment with their partner. They enjoy the simple pleasures of life, like frying bacon and making coffee, and are able to appreciate the way the sun dances through the dust in the kitchen. The repetition of "finally all I see is what's real and in front of me" emphasizes that their relationship has given them clarity and perspective, allowing them to see the world in a new way.
The song's final verses describe a relaxed and open conversation with their partner, emphasizing that they have nothing to rush off to or worry about. In "Finally," Elise Davis presents a vision of relief from stress and chaos through the intimacy and connection that a good relationship can provide.
Line by Line Meaning
I take my shoes off at your front door, Leave my worries outside.
I let go of all my troubles as I enter your home, shedding off any worries at your doorstep.
Go up to your room, Slip into bed with you, Turn off my phone and my mind.
I climb up to your room and cuddle with you in bed, shutting down my electronic screens and free my mind from any stress.
Before I close my eyes I smile. Oh, how I like it like this. The curtain open, The silence broken with just a goodnight kiss.
I am filled with anything but sadness, because I adore the solitary with you. The curtains are wide, as we share one last gentle kiss before retiring in absolute quiet.
Street light falls on your face. I'm in the right place.
I am put in my spot as I see the sign of civilized life shining on your serene horizon.
Finally.
I am at peace, at long last.
All I see is what's real and in front of me.
I focus on the tangible components, excluding imaginary components such as fear, or worries.
I don't need a reason.
I live life as it comes, without the intention of making any strategic decisions.
All I am is lightfoot and fancy-free.
I am completely unburdened, unrestricted, and free.
I'm in your kitchen. I'm frying bacon. Birds are singing outside. I'm brewing coffee, Making it real strong. It was a late last night. Look how the dust is dancing in the sunlight…
I am preparing our morning meal, completely immersed in the environment of your kitchen. The birs are chirping out-of-doors as I make a strong cup of coffee to undo last night's idle reverie, admiring the dancing particles of dust that transports me out of myself.
Pull up a chair and good conversation. Let's keep it real for awhile. I'm in a good mood. You're such a cool dude, And we've got nothing but time.
Let's keep our hands busy, and our minds busy with chattiness so that we can disregard any woe in this moment. I'm buzzing with positive energy, and I'm with someone as chilled out as you. It doesn't concern me how long we'll be visiting each other.
Writer(s): Elise Davis, Aaron Sheldon Espe
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