This Is It
Harper Blynn Lyrics


Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴  Line by Line Meaning ↴

Wait for the train after dark
On my way home from the park
Is the heart of Saturday?
Is this really your heart?

Tripping on rumbling stone
Shake the foundation below
I said, "Can I shake you?"
Because you break me apart

Because you're young and you're so bored
But you were meant for so much more
This is it, this is it, this is it
So what are you waiting for?

Maybe I got you wrong
Maybe our love is strong
I said, maybe you're satisfied
I see what I see

You had all of the wealth of this here
And you stopped when my instinct appeared
You try to hide what you're missing but
You're not, you're not hiding from me

Because you're young and you're so bored
You were meant for so much more
This is it, this is it
So what are you waiting for?
Tell me, what are you waiting for?

You got it all planned out
Sex in your best clothes
Diamonds and halos
How are they working out?

You think security is your freedom
You got a man on your arm if you need him
But if you got that crutch babe
You're gonna lean gonna lean

You know just what you want them to think
Jet black nails, they shoulda been pink
You think you're one of a kind but you're just the one
Whose tears keep me green

Because you're young and you're so bored
But you were meant for so much more
This is it, this is it, this is it
So what are you waiting for?

This is it, this is it, this is it
So what are you waiting for?

This is it, this is it, this is it




So what are you waiting for?
Tell me what are you waiting for?

Overall Meaning

The song "This Is It" by Harper Blynn is about a person who is stuck in a rut, feeling bored and unfulfilled with their life. The singer is observing this person as they wait for a train after dark, potentially coming back from a leisurely day in the park. The singer questions whether this is all there is to life, and wonders if the person's heart is really in it.


As the train rumbles by, the singer asks if they can shake the person, as they feel that they are being broken apart by their lack of motivation and ambition. The person in question is young and bored, but the singer believes that they are meant for so much more. They urge them to seize the moment and take charge of their life, asking "what are you waiting for?".


The second verse of the song is the singer questioning if their assumptions about the person are correct. They wonder if they might have misunderstood them or if their love might be stronger than they think. However, they still believe that the person is settling for a life of superficiality and security rather than chasing their dreams.


The chorus repeats the same message - this is it, this is your life, what are you waiting for? The singer urges the person to stop being bored and to start pursuing their purpose, letting go of their crutches and taking control of their future.


Overall, "This Is It" is a wake-up call to anyone who feels unfulfilled and stagnant in their life, urging them to take charge and chase their dreams.


Line by Line Meaning

Wait for the train after dark
I'm waiting for something important, but it's late and there's not much going on right now.


On my way home from the park
I'm coming back from somewhere where I can have fun and enjoy the beauty of nature.


Is the heart of Saturday?
Is this the best day of the week when everyone can relax and have a good time?


Is this really your heart?
Are you really living your life to the fullest and following your heart's desires?


Tripping on rumbling stone
I'm stumbling on an obstacle in my path that's shaking me up.


Shake the foundation below
This obstacle is affecting the very core of my being.


I said, "Can I shake you?"
I'm wondering if I can have an impact on you like this obstacle is having on me.


Because you break me apart
You have the power to tear me down and make me feel vulnerable.


Because you're young and you're so bored
You're not content with the way things are and want more out of life.


But you were meant for so much more
You have a greater purpose and potential that you haven't discovered yet.


This is it, this is it, this is it
This moment is crucial and the time to act is now.


So what are you waiting for?
Why are you still holding back instead of pursuing your dreams?


Maybe I got you wrong
Perhaps my understanding of you is flawed.


Maybe our love is strong
Perhaps our connection runs deep and is resilient.


I said, maybe you're satisfied
I wondered if you were truly content with your life the way it is.


I see what I see
But I can only make assumptions based on what I observe.


You had all of the wealth of this here
You had all the material possessions that come with being successful.


And you stopped when my instinct appeared
But you were hesitant to take any risks when I suggested something new.


You try to hide what you're missing but
You pretend like you have everything you need, but deep down you know it's not true.


You're not, you're not hiding from me
I can sense that you're struggling and not being your authentic self around me.


You got it all planned out
You have a clear vision of what you want to achieve in life.


Sex in your best clothes
You plan on using your sexuality to get what you want.


Diamonds and halos
You want to be perceived as glamorous and angelic.


How are they working out?
Are these tactics actually getting you the results you desire?


You think security is your freedom
You believe that having stability and comfort is the key to happiness.


You got a man on your arm if you need him
You have a partner who provides you with emotional and financial support.


But if you got that crutch babe
However, if you rely too much on that support it will hinder you from growing and reaching your full potential.


You're gonna lean gonna lean
You'll never learn to stand on your own if you don't let go of that crutch.


You know just what you want them to think
You're aware of how important other people's opinions of you are and you manipulate their perception of you accordingly.


Jet black nails, they shoulda been pink
Even your appearance is tailored to fit the image you want to portray.


You think you're one of a kind but you're just the one
You believe you're unique, but in reality, you're just one of many people with the same desires and insecurities.


Whose tears keep me green
I envy the fact that you can hide your struggles and emotions so well.


Tell me, what are you waiting for?
What's holding you back from achieving your goals and living the life you want?




Contributed by Colton R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
To comment on or correct specific content, highlight it

Genre not found
Artist not found
Album not found
Song not found
Comments from YouTube:

Nickole Koker

I have spent the entire morning with Harper Blynn! Pretty sure that when the rest of the world is awake I will be spreading the word on these amazing songs by these amazing guys!! Thank you for being the real deal! Talent mixed with passion is hard to come by these days! Don't stop EVER!! Peace, love and light!

Julee b

I do love SARAB! He can beat the hell outta' those drums!

More Versions