Moments
Highway Bros Lyrics
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When a man crawled out of a cardboard box
Under the E. Street Bridge
Followed me on to it
I went out halfway across
With that homeless shadow tagging along
So I dug for some change
Wouldn't need it anyway
He said, 'you know, I haven't always been this way.'
I've had my moments, days in the sun
Moments I was second to none
Moments when I knew I did what I thought I couldn't do
Like that plane ride coming home from the war
That summer my son was born
And memories like a coat so warm
A cold wind can't get through
Lookin' at me now, you might not know it
But I've had my moments
I stood there tryin' to find my nerve
Wondering if a single soul on earth
Would care at all
Miss me when I'm gone
That old man just kept hanging around
Lookin' at me, lookin' down
I think he recognized
That look in my eyes
Standing with him there, I felt ashamed
I said, 'you know, I haven't always been this way.'
I've had my moments, days in the sun
Moments I was second to none
Moments when I knew I did what I thought I couldn't do
Like the day I walked away from the wine
For a woman who became my wife
And a love that, when it was right
Could always see me through
Lookin' at me now, you might not know it
But I've had my moments
I know somewhere 'round a trashcan fire tonight
That old man tells his story one more time
He says
I've had my moments, days in the sun
Moments I was second to none
Moments when I knew I did what I thought I couldn't do
Like that cool night on the E. Street Bridge
When a young man almost ended it
I was right there, wasn't scared a bit
And I helped to pull him through
Lookin' at me now, you might not know it
Oh, lookin' at me now, you might not know it
But I've had my moments, I've had my moments, I've had my moments, I've had my moments
The lyrics to "Moments" by Highway Bros tell a powerful story of redemption and reflection. The singer encounters a homeless man under the E. Street Bridge, who follows him onto the bridge. Feeling a connection, the singer offers the homeless man some spare change, to which the man responds with a hint of shame, admitting that he hasn't always been in this dire situation. This interaction prompts the singer to reflect on his own life and the moments that have shaped him.
The song's chorus highlights these significant moments in the singer's life. It speaks of moments when he felt successful and accomplished, moments where he surpassed his own expectations and achieved something remarkable. These moments include a memorable plane ride home from war, the birth of his son, and the warmth of cherished memories that shield him from the harshness of life. The lyrics convey both pride and gratitude for these pivotal moments that have defined him.
The second verse delves into deeper self-reflection as the singer stands on the bridge, contemplating if anyone would care or miss him if he were to disappear. The homeless man, who has been watching him attentively, seems to understand this inner turmoil. The singer admits he hasn't always been in this broken state, hinting at a past filled with success and personal victories.
The bridge metaphorically becomes a meeting point where two individuals from different walks of life find common ground. It becomes a place of empathy and understanding as the singer confides in the homeless man, their shared experiences merging. The song concludes by acknowledging that the homeless man, like the singer, has also had his own moments of triumph, resilience, and support for others.
Overall, "Moments" emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and celebrating the transformative moments in one's life, regardless of the current circumstances. It reminds us that behind every person's struggle, there lies a story of strength and resilience.
Line by Line Meaning
I was coming to the end of a long, long walk
I had been walking for a very long time
When a man crawled out of a cardboard box
A homeless man emerged from a makeshift shelter
Under the E. Street Bridge
Beneath the bridge named E. Street
Followed me on to it
He came along with me onto the bridge
I went out halfway across
I walked halfway across the bridge
With that homeless shadow tagging along
The homeless man stayed close behind me like a shadow
So I dug for some change
I searched for coins
Wouldn't need it anyway
I didn't really require the money
He took it lookin' just a bit ashamed
He accepted it, appearing somewhat embarrassed
He said, 'you know, I haven't always been this way.'
The homeless man admitted that he hadn't always been in that situation
I've had my moments, days in the sun
I have experienced moments of triumph and success
Moments I was second to none
Times when I excelled and surpassed everyone else
Moments when I knew I did what I thought I couldn't do
Instances when I accomplished things I initially believed were impossible
Like that plane ride coming home from the war
Similar to the airplane journey I took returning from war
That summer my son was born
During the season when my son came into the world
And memories like a coat so warm
Recollections that provide me with a comforting warmth
A cold wind can't get through
Nothing can penetrate these cherished memories and feelings
Lookin' at me now, you might not know it
Observing me currently, you may not recognize
But I've had my moments
I have experienced significant moments in my life
I stood there tryin' to find my nerve
I remained there, attempting to gather my courage
Wondering if a single soul on earth
Pondering whether there was anyone in the world
Would care at all
Who would show any concern
Miss me when I'm gone
Would feel a void when I am no longer here
That old man just kept hanging around
The elderly man continued to linger nearby
Lookin' at me, lookin' down
Observing me, looking down at me
I think he recognized
I believe he identified
That look in my eyes
The expression or emotion reflected in my eyes
Standing with him there, I felt ashamed
Being in his presence, I experienced a sense of embarrassment
I said, 'you know, I haven't always been this way.'
I confessed, 'I haven't always been in my current state.'
Like the day I walked away from the wine
Similar to the day I quit drinking alcohol
For a woman who became my wife
In exchange for a woman who later became my spouse
And a love that, when it was right
And a love that, when it was genuine
Could always see me through
Could consistently support and guide me
I know somewhere 'round a trashcan fire tonight
I am aware that somewhere tonight, near a fire made from a garbage can
That old man tells his story one more time
That elderly man recounts his tale once again
He says
He utters
I've had my moments, days in the sun
I have experienced significant periods of happiness and success
Moments I was second to none
Times when I surpassed everyone else
Moments when I knew I did what I thought I couldn't do
Instances when I accomplished things I initially believed were impossible
Like that cool night on the E. Street Bridge
Similar to that chilly evening on the E. Street Bridge
When a young man almost ended it
When a young man nearly ended his life
I was right there, wasn't scared a bit
I was present, not afraid in the least
And I helped to pull him through
And I assisted in helping him survive
Lookin' at me now, you might not know it
Observing me currently, you may not recognize
Oh, lookin' at me now, you might not know it
Oh, when you look at me now, you may not realize
But I've had my moments
I have experienced significant moments in my life
I've had my moments, I've had my moments, I've had my moments, I've had my moments
I have experienced significant moments multiple times
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Seth Hauck
What's funny is this game came out in 2008 and the graphics still hold up. This was the time before games were rushed and actually dveloped and took time, because they last longer.
Mr. Fancypants
Seth Hauck this game did not age well in my opinion. graphics look outdated. also here is a thing for you to do in the last level of the game, drive your tank against a enemy tank. trust me on this one,
Carlos Renteria
Seth Hauck How does this hold up?? Even Call of Duty 3 from 2006 looks better than this.
Brndon Lu
The game graphics looks more like it has been made in the 2009 and seems fine.
P. C. Lalchhuanawma ᵖᶜˡᶜᵃʷᵐᵃ
@Carlos Renteria CoD 3 graphics is bad cuz the color are too less and contrast are too low. This game have many different colors. It is much better. I don't hate CoD 3 btw.
Sorry for bad english
Socc Reyes
Quality graphics, with an over the shoulder camera when aiming while taking cover for a WWII fps this is still impressive even today. They should've continued this series. The 101st could've been in Bastogne by now. Like Leggett said to Baker at the end of this game. you've gine through Hell, how about snow? Something like that.
Arin Adams
The dismemberment in this game is a thing of beauty.
Sly Gunslinger
It really was, as messed up as that sounds lol, the game really doesn't glorify the violence or the horror of war which is important to note but it was a very unique detail that really made this game stand out for it's gritty realism and atmosphere.
Quiksandd9
this has better gore than games today.... hell games today barely have this gore!! make a brothers in arm sequel and im in
Emerson Cooper
Check out Day Of Infamy. WW2 multiplayer FPS with a highly acclaimed gore system.