Cold
James Chadwick Lyrics


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Once I heard an old man saying Wherever I lay my head is my home
But I don't think he's satisfied, I heard him saying,
My love's as cold as a stone

If I was someone better, would you look twice at me?
And if I was a preacher man, would you say your prayers just for me?
I've come a long way just to see you, and all the ways that you've grown.
And after all this I've realised my love's as cold as a stone.





I wake up in the morning and I feel guilty just for living for so many better people die.
If I was someone you could love would you feel proud just to be alive?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to James Chadwick's song Cold are introspective and somewhat melancholy, exploring the theme of loneliness and searching for connection. The song begins with a reflection on the saying "wherever I lay my head is my home," suggesting that the singer has been searching for a sense of belonging and security. However, the old man's words are coupled with a disclaimer - "My love's as cold as a stone" - which suggests that even the comfort of a physical home may not be enough to satisfy the longing for emotional warmth.


The following verses address the singer's desire for love and validation. They wonder if they were "someone better" or a "preacher man," would they be worthy of love and attention. The line "I've come a long way just to see you, and all the ways that you've grown" suggests that the singer has traveled a great distance in search of connection, but may still feel distant from those they long for. The repeated refrain of "my love's as cold as a stone" reinforces this sense of emotional stasis and the difficulty of overcoming it.


The final verse shifts focus to the singer's guilt and sense of inadequacy. They feel unworthy of living when "so many better people die" and wonder if being loved by someone they admire would make them feel proud to be alive. The overall tone of the song is subdued and contemplative, highlighting the difficulty of finding meaning and connection in a world that can feel cold and unresponsive.


Line by Line Meaning

Once I heard an old man saying Wherever I lay my head is my home
The singer heard an old man proclaiming that he feels at home wherever he lays his head.


But I don't think he's satisfied, I heard him saying,
Despite the old man's statement, the singer believes that the old man is unsatisfied.


My love's as cold as a stone
The singer admits that their love is unfeeling and indifferent.


If I was someone better, would you look twice at me?
The artist wonders if their worth as a person would change others' opinions of them.


And if I was a preacher man, would you say your prayers just for me?
The artist questions whether they would receive respect and admiration if they held a respected position.


I've come a long way just to see you, and all the ways that you've grown.
The singer has made a journey to witness another's growth over time.


And after all this I've realised my love's as cold as a stone.
Despite the journey and reflection, the singer still acknowledges their love's lack of emotion.


I wake up in the morning and I feel guilty just for living for so many better people die.
The artist feels guilt upon waking up because they survived while others did not.


If I was someone you could love would you feel proud just to be alive?
The artist wonders if being loved by another would bring a sense of pride and purpose to their life.




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