Lonely Road
Erik Schrody Lyrics


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Too much time thinking about all of my mistakes
My heart, my mind, my soul, my body ache
A hunger for, the loving arms of your embrace
I walk along the lonely road

I walk along the lonely road
My back is strong, girl
I'll carry the load
All the grinding time I pay the debt that's owed
I walk along the lonely road

Too much time thinking about everything that went wrong
I cry my eyes out every time I hear your song
I hope this path leaves me back where I belong
I walk along the lonely road

I walk along the lonely road
My back is strong, girl
I'll carry the load
All the grinding time I pay the debt that's owed
I walk along the lonely road

Too much pride, for me to up and take the blame
Weep inside girl it's killing me with pain
Every night, I sleep I call your name
I walk along the lonely road

I walk along the lonely road
My back is strong girl
I'll carry the load
All the grinding time I pay the debt that's owed
I walk along the lonely road
I walk along the lonely road
My back is strong girl
I'll carry the load
I'll carry the load
All the grinding time I pay the debt that's owed
I walk along the lonely road




I walk along the lonely road
I walk along the lonely road

Overall Meaning

In Erik Schrody's song "Lonely Road," the lyrics paint a picture of a person who is struggling with the aftermath of a relationship gone wrong. The singer admits to spending too much time thinking about mistakes and everything that went wrong, causing their heart, mind, soul, and body to ache. Despite this pain, the singer desires the loving embrace of their past partner, expressing hope that this path will lead them back to where they belong. The verse "Too much pride, for me to up and take the blame" reveals that the relationship may have ended due to the singer's inability to take responsibility for their actions.


The chorus details the singer's resilience despite their struggle. They walk along the lonely road, carrying the burden of their mistakes and paying the debt that is owed. The repetition of the line "My back is strong, girl, I'll carry the load" emphasizes the singer's determination and strength in the face of hardship. The final line of the song, "I walk along the lonely road," suggests that the singer continues to walk this path alone, perhaps still looking for a way back to love.


Overall, "Lonely Road" is a deeply introspective song that speaks to the experience of heartbreak and the struggle to move on from a past relationship. The lyrics reveal the pain and longing that can accompany this process, as well as the resilience required to carry on.


Line by Line Meaning

Too much time thinking about all of my mistakes
I spend too much time dwelling on my past mistakes with regret and self-blame.


My heart, my mind, my soul, my body ache
My whole being is in pain and distress from the burden of my mistakes and the longing for love.


A hunger for, the loving arms of your embrace
I crave for the comfort and love that I used to feel in your warm embrace.


I walk along the lonely road
I am journeying alone through the pain and isolation of my mistakes.


My back is strong, girl
Despite the pain and burden, I am strong and resilient.


I'll carry the load
I am determined to carry the weight of my mistakes and the consequences they bring.


All the grinding time I pay the debt that's owed
I am working hard every day to make amends for the wrongs I have done.


Too much time thinking about everything that went wrong
I am consumed by thoughts of everything that did not go as planned.


I cry my eyes out every time I hear your song
I am emotionally overwhelmed and overwhelmed with pain every time I hear a song that reminds me of you.


I hope this path leaves me back where I belong
I am hopeful that this lonely journey will eventually lead me back to where I truly belong.


Too much pride, for me to up and take the blame
I struggle with admitting to my mistakes and taking responsibility for them, because of my pride.


Weep inside girl it's killing me with pain
My pain and sorrow are so intense that they cause me to weep internally.


Every night, I sleep I call your name
You are constantly on my mind and in my heart, even when I am sleeping.


I walk along the lonely road
I continue to walk my solitary path despite the pain and challenges.


I'll carry the load
I am determined to bear the consequences of my actions and not let them defeat me.


I'll carry the load
I am committed to carrying this weight on my own and not burdening others with it.


All the grinding time I pay the debt that's owed
I am putting in relentless effort every day to make up for the mistakes I have made.


I walk along the lonely road
I am traveling this lonely path on my own, with no one to share the weight of my struggles.


I walk along the lonely road
I am enduring the pain of my mistakes and the consequences they bring, with no one by my side.


I walk along the lonely road
I continue to journey alone through the trials and tribulations that life throws at me.




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@corykiefer8334

Too much time thinking about all of my mistakes
My heart, my mind, my soul, my body ache
A hunger for the loving arms of your embrace
I walk along the lonely road
I walk along the lonely road
My back is strong girl, I carry the load
All the grinding time, I pay the debt that's owed
I walk along the lonely road
Too much time thinking about everything that went wrong
I cry my eyes out every time I hear your song
I hope this path brings me back where I belong ❤



All comments from YouTube:

@silentmenace416

This was my dads favorite song, he passed away almost a year ago and I heard this song on the radio coming home from work today and I started to ball my eyes out.
This song has a lot of nostalgia in it to me and my remaining family.
Just felt like sharing this.

@bobbydartonhricko4068

I too lost my Dad 12/15/2019.
My Dad really liked this song.
Sorry for your lost. 😢
RIP DAD❤️🇺🇸❤️

@fclly

sorry for your guys losses, i don’t think this would change anything but i hope you guys are doing fine now.

@shanamcghee8776

I'm so sorry dear. You have support everywhere. Never think you don't. I know it doesn't ease anything. I feel your pain through the phone. Hang in there..please. I'm in a similar situation. Walk with me???? No matter who you are.

@Falaje64

My husband and I loved this CD. He passed 8/2018. I’ll always be walking along the lonely road without him.

@codabug03

I love this song so much. & I really think Everlast deserves more attention that he's gotten. He's amazing.

@richardjay9685

I've been a fan since house of pain in early 90's

@karenleah7255

This song always makes me feel stronger!!! Amen 🙏🙏🙏🙏 i love them cant wait until concerts again!

@onlyNtimE

After all these hours you in or out we b clubin

@lexyluongo1729

i have neva met this man in my life but i cant tell you how many times hes eased my pain.

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