Galaxies
Isabella Richardson Lyrics
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I'll fathom them into constellations
My minds a map, with the journey
Just throwing arrows to reach it's final destination
And as much as I need to believe I'm right
I'm reminded that I could be wrong
That I can withstand all these elementsAnd break boundaries on my own
He told me I was a beautiful girl
With an imagination stretched on for galaxies
Into the unknown
I am broken, but I'm fixable
And that's the worst kind
'Cause it means all the pressure's on me
And I am broken, but I'm beautiful
And that's the best kind
'Cause it means I am uniquely me
So take it easy on my mind and my body
'Cause it's broken and it's scarred
And it's making breathing hard
I love these moments of nothingness
Capturing fume bliss out of thin air
'Cause other than your soul and your mind
Everything else just fades over time
And I mean maybe I'm searching for something more
That my greatness taking a couple of steps
Closer to the beautiful girl
You see with galaxies in her mind
He told me I was a beautiful girl
Who has so much more potential in her words
To change this world
I am broken, but I'm fixable
And that's the worst kind
'Cause it means all the pressure's on me
And I am broken, but I'm beautiful
And that's the best kind
'Cause it means I am uniquely me
I am broken, but I'm fixable
I am broken, but I'm beautiful
I feel it all, I feel it all at once
I feel it all at once, ooh, ooh
I feel it all, I feel it all at once
I feel it all at once
I feel it all, I feel it all at once
I feel it all once, ooh, ooh
I feel it all, I feel it all at once
I feel it all at once
He told me I was a beautiful girl
With an imagination stretched on for galaxies
Into the unknown
In Isabella Richardson's song "Galaxies," the lyrics are about self-discovery, growth, and embracing oneself despite any flaws. The song begins with the line "The thoughts of stars I cannot wish upon" which suggests that the singer is unable to reach the dreams they desire. The following line "I'll fathom them into constellations" implies that the singer transforms their unattainable dreams into something beautiful and meaningful, symbolized by the creation of constellations. The next line "My mind's a map, with the journey just throwing arrows to reach its final destination" showcases the singer's confusion in life, seeing their path as a rough map with arrows just pointing in random directions rather than leading to a specific final destination.
The chorus "I am broken but I'm fixable, and that's the worst kind, 'cause it means all the pressure's on me, and I am broken but I'm beautiful, and that's the best kind, 'cause it means I am uniquely me" is a powerful statement about acknowledging one's faults while also embracing them as part of oneself. The following lines "Take it easy on my mind and my body, 'cause it's broken and it's scarred, and it's making breathing hard" highlight the difficulties and struggles that come with personal growth and self-acceptance.
The line "Into the unknown" is repeated several times throughout the song, suggesting that the journey to self-discovery is a path that is constantly evolving and changing, leading the singer to new discoveries and challenges along the way.
Line by Line Meaning
The thoughts of stars I cannot wish upon
I cannot control or make wishes upon the thoughts of stars, but I can form them into constellations.
I'll fathom them into constellations
I can make meaning and beauty out of the stars I cannot control.
My minds a map, with the journey
My mind is like a map, and life is a journey that I constantly navigate.
Just throwing arrows to reach it's final destination
I am constantly making decisions to try and reach my ultimate goals, even if it feels like I am throwing arrows blindly.
And as much as I need to believe I'm right
I have a strong desire to be correct in my beliefs and actions.
I'm reminded that I could be wrong
I try to stay open to the idea that I may not always be correct, and there are other perspectives to consider.
That I can withstand all these elements
I believe that I am strong enough to handle any challenges that come my way.
And break boundaries on my own
I am capable of pushing past limitations and paving my own path.
He told me I was a beautiful girl
Someone has complimented me and recognized my value as a person.
With an imagination stretched on for galaxies
My imagination is vast and limitless, like the universe itself.
Into the unknown
I am not afraid of exploring and discovering new things.
I am broken, but I'm fixable
I have had experiences that have left me feeling damaged, but I am still able to heal and improve.
And that's the worst kind
The fact that I know I can fix myself puts pressure on me to actually do so.
'Cause it means all the pressure's on me
It is up to me to take responsibility for my own healing and personal growth.
And I am broken, but I'm beautiful
I have flaws and imperfections, but they do not diminish my worth or value as a person.
And that's the best kind
Accepting myself as I am allows me to be truly unique and authentic.
I love these moments of nothingness
I appreciate times of calm and quiet in my life.
Capturing fume bliss out of thin air
I find joy in simple or unexpected things.
'Cause other than your soul and your mind
I recognize that the most important parts of a person are their essence and their thoughts.
Everything else just fades over time
Material possessions or superficial things hold little value and significance in the grand scheme of things.
And I mean maybe I'm searching for something more
I may have a desire for something deeper or more meaningful in my life.
That my greatness taking a couple of steps
I may have untapped potential or abilities that I am not yet aware of.
Closer to the beautiful girl
I want to become the best version of myself.
You see with galaxies in her mind
I want others to recognize the depth and vastness of my thoughts and imagination.
Who has so much more potential in her words
Others believe that I have a lot of potential and talent in my communication or writing skills.
To change this world
I have the power to make a positive impact on the world through my words and actions.
I feel it all, I feel it all at once
I experience a range of emotions and sensations deeply and intensely.
I feel it all once, ooh, ooh
My emotions hit me all at once in overwhelming waves.
Writer(s): Claire Wineland, Isabella Richardson, Jamey Heath
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