Colton graduated Heritage Hall School in OKC. After leaving his hometown of Oklahoma City to attend Southern Methodist University, Colton began writing and performing songs in and around the Dallas pubs and coffee houses: “I would return to my college dorm room and have e-mails from kids across the country asking where to buy the album,” says Colton. Quickly Colton began recording songs on a shoestring budget for his ever-growing local fan-base and distant admirers. The self-titled demo became a local favorite and began making waves outside the Texas music scene. It wasn’t long before the CD fell into the hands of Adam Duritz (Counting Crows) who quickly asked Graham to support them on their 2002 fall tour. It would prove to be a friendship that would evolve over the next two years of touring and recording. The month long tour put Colton and his newly formed band in front of sold out audiences and fans they didn’t know they had. After the fall stint with Counting Crows and a signed record deal with Strummer Recordings/ Universal, dates with John Mayer, Maroon 5, Train, Dave Matthews, Guster, and Kelly Clarkson followed proving the band had the ability to connect with all types of listeners.
Let It Go
Graham Colton Lyrics
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With the sun comes the rain
Without wrong there'd be no right
Everyday begins with night
In a crowd or all alone
Said out loud on telephone
With no words I understand
You got no one to run to
You got no one to find you
Stars will explode
Mountains erode
Oceans overflow
Let it go
Now yesterday
Is too far away
Its the end of the road
Let it go
I found love when there was pain
I felt the sun in pouring rain
I wish all my wrongs I could do right
I wish you were here tonight
Stars will explode
Mountains erode
Oceans overflow
Let it go
Now yesterday
Is too far away
Its the end of the road
Let it go
The song "Let It Go" by Graham Colton is a poignant representation of the ups and downs of life. The lyrics depict how in every aspect of life, there is constantly a duality of opposing forces, whether it be love and pain, sun and rain, wrong and right. The use of contrast in this song is a powerful symbol of the balance that exists in life. The lyrics suggest that every day starts with night, and night with its darkness gives way to dawn, which is symbolic of hope and new beginnings. The lyrics also touch on the idea that even when surrounded by a crowd or alone, one can still find solace through communication with loved ones.
The refrain of the song, "let it go," is a testimony to the importance of forgiving, forgetting, and moving on from painful experiences. Colton's lyrics suggest that dwelling on past woes will prevent us from enjoying new opportunities and experiencing the present moment to the fullest. The idea to "let it go" can be seen as a metaphor for simply accepting the cycle of life as it is and embracing all of its joys and sorrows. Colton's lyrics also suggest that although things may appear to be falling apart, there is hope and beauty in the process of rebuilding and moving forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Where there's love there is pain
Love and pain often go hand in hand
With the sun comes the rain
Life has its ups and downs; good times can be followed by bad times
Without wrong there'd be no right
Mistakes help us learn and grow, and enable us to appreciate the good things in life
Everyday begins with night
Each day presents new challenges and opportunities, even when things seem dark or difficult
In a crowd or all alone
Life presents moments of both togetherness and loneliness
Said out loud on telephone
Communication is important, whether in person or through technology
When you give me your hand
A physical gesture can convey a lot of emotion and meaning
With no words I understand
Sometimes actions speak louder than words
You got no one to run to
Feeling alone and vulnerable can be scary
You got no one to find you
There may be times when we feel lost and without direction
Stars will explode
Even the universe is filled with change and transformation
Mountains erode
The passage of time can wear away even the most enduring natural features
Oceans overflow
Even the largest bodies of water can be overwhelmed and changed by forces beyond our control
Let it go
Sometimes we need to release our attachment to things that no longer serve us
Now yesterday
The past is in the past
Is too far away
It's time to focus on the present
Its the end of the road
One chapter is closing and another is beginning
I found love when there was pain
Sometimes the greatest opportunities for growth and connection come in the midst of difficulty
I felt the sun in pouring rain
Even in dark times, there can be moments of brightness or joy
I wish all my wrongs I could do right
We all make mistakes, but it's natural to want to make things right
I wish you were here tonight
Longing for connection and companionship is a universal human experience
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG Rights Management
Written by: DAVE BASSETT, DAVE RICHARD BASSETT, LEIGH PALMER KAKATY
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