Walking
Flock of Dimes Lyrics

Chasing after the morning
Trying to make the most of my day, from the moment I wake up

Hearing some kind of call
I'm inspired and motivated to do something meaningful

Are we twenty miles from nothing here?
Wondering if I'm wasting my time, if there's something more valuable to do

Are we anywhere at all?
Questioning our existence, our purpose in life

Nothing on the horizon
No promising opportunities or exciting experiences in sight

Ticking time on the clock
Aware of the limited time we have to make something happen

We are dead in the water
Feeling stagnant, stuck and unproductive

We are walking just to walk
Going through the motions, not knowing where we're headed or why

Peculiar combination of hands and eyes and hair
Noticing and admiring the unique features that make us human

And the glow of recognition
Feeling a sense of familiarity and connection with someone or something

And an accidental stare
Gazing at someone or something unintentionally

I can't make sense of the purpose
Feeling lost, without a clear direction or understanding of what I'm doing

If only to go without
Struggling to find a reason to keep going without a clear goal or purpose

Not to run my hands around it
Not wanting to get too involved or attached to something without understanding its value or meaning

Put my fingers in its mouth
To fully explore something and understand its nature, intricacies and potential

Can I run my hands around it?
Wondering if it's worth exploring and getting to know something or someone better

Put my fingers in your mouth?
Metaphorically, trying to understand someone's true nature and motivations

We are telling a story
Trying to make sense of our lives, make them more meaningful and shareable

Believable by day
Our stories and beliefs make sense during the day and while we're awake

But I find it unconvincing
Doubting the validity or truth of our stories and beliefs, especially when we feel disconnected or lost

When I feel this far away
When we feel distant, disconnected or unfulfilled

I know there are other lives
Aware that there are other people with different experiences and priorities

And things I'll go without
Accepting that we can't have it all, that we'll miss out on some things

But if I ever let it cross my mind, all I see are open mouths
Being overwhelmed by the options and possibilities, unable to focus on one thing or make a decision

I think I can rest easy
Feeling satisfied and content with my choices and priorities

Knowing what could be
Having a clear understanding of what's possible, what I could do or achieve

If the present is decided
Feeling in control of my life, my choices, my priorities

Then my life belongs to me
Feeling empowered and fulfilled, knowing I'm making the most of my time and potential

Work, it keeps me busy
Finding meaning, fulfillment and purpose in my work

Longing is my friend
Feeling satisfied with my priorities, content with my choices, but still feeling curious, inspired and motivated to explore more

Alone again, alone again
Accepting that we're ultimately alone in our journey, but also feeling confident, independent and capable

My time, it is my own again
Feeling in control of my time, my choices, my priorities, and empowered to make the most of them