You and I
Foy Vance Lyrics


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Well, tomorrow may not be like any other day
It's so hard to know now, what with the collecting they

See, lately they've been swinging high the wrecking ball
Tipping dirt on the foundations I spent so long upon
Making sure they would be strong

But you and I, we are hard as stone
You and I, we are hard as stone

I may empty out my pockets in their hat one day
Then I'll turn my back and I will simply walk away

They may think it over and reach out their hand
But I'll have long since disappeared by then like water in the sand
'Cause you see, gold was all that they had planned

But you and I, we are hard as stone
You and I, we are hard as stone

They're like pawns on attack
And I'm back here castling
Trying to find my feet
And find my joie de vive again
But I can't make it on my own
And I need something strong
That I can build new hope upon

But you and I, we are hard as stone
You and I, we are hard as stone

You and I
You and I
You and I
You and I




Baby, you and I
You and I

Overall Meaning

The song "You and I" by Foy Vance explores the theme of resilience and strength in the face of adversity. The lyrics convey the uncertainty of the future and the challenges that lie ahead. The first stanza sets the scene for the uncertainty of tomorrow and the difficulty in predicting what challenges may arise due to the unknown actions of others. The imagery of the wrecking ball and dirt being tipped on the foundations which were carefully built over time, emphasizes the feeling of insecurity that comes with an unpredictable future.


The chorus, "But you and I, we are hard as stone," highlights the strength and resilience two people have together. The metaphor of being "hard as stone" represents the ability to stand firm and not be moved or broken by external forces. The second verse continues the theme of uncertainty and unpredictability, but this time from the perspective of the singer's actions. He may leave everything behind and walk away, leaving those who placed value in material things in the dust. The contrast between what they value and what he values is highlighted, with "gold" being the only thing they had planned while the singer values the strength that comes from a solid foundation.


In the bridge, the singer compares himself to a chess piece, trying to find his footing and regain his sense of joy. However, he acknowledges that he can't do it alone and needs something strong to build on, once again emphasizing the theme of resilience and strength.


Overall, "You and I" showcases Foy Vance's ability to write insightful and thought-provoking lyrics, exploring the human experience with depth and sensitivity.


Line by Line Meaning

Well, tomorrow may not be like any other day
The future is unpredictable and can turn out to be different from what is expected.


It's so hard to know now, what with the collecting they
It is difficult to anticipate the future since people are collecting resources or assets that could affect it.


See, lately they've been swinging high the wrecking ball
People have been destroying or dismantling things that were meticulously built in the past.


Tipping dirt on the foundations I spent so long upon
They are digging up or burying the foundations that I spent a long time building.


Making sure they would be strong
I took great care to build strong foundations.


But you and I, we are hard as stone
You and I are resilient, immovable, and unbreakable.


I may empty out my pockets in their hat one day
At some point, I may give them everything I have.


Then I'll turn my back and I will simply walk away
After giving everything, I will unceremoniously depart and never look back.


They may think it over and reach out their hand
They may rethink their choices and try to reconcile.


But I'll have long since disappeared by then like water in the sand
But I will already be gone, having left without a trace like water evaporating from sand.


'Cause you see, gold was all that they had planned
Their plans only revolved around accumulating wealth and riches.


But you and I, we are hard as stone
We are very resilient, immovable, and unbreakable.


They're like pawns on attack
They are easily replaceable and expendable when attacking.


And I'm back here castling
I am protecting myself and my position, playing a strategic game of chess.


Trying to find my feet
I am struggling to regain my balance and footing.


And find my joie de vive again
I am trying to rediscover my enjoyment of life.


But I can't make it on my own
I cannot overcome these obstacles by myself.


And I need something strong
I require something robust and dependable to rely upon.


That I can build new hope upon
I need a foundation of hope to rebuild my life.


But you and I, we are hard as stone
We are very resilient, immovable, and unbreakable.


You and I
Together, we are strong and resilient.


You and I
We can handle the challenges and difficulties of life together.


You and I
We are unbreakable, and nothing can come between us.


You and I
We are each other's support and rock.


Baby, you and I
My love for you and our combined strength can conquer anything.


You and I
Together, we can withstand anything life throws our way.




Writer(s): Foy Vance

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