Here's Where We Begin
Joshua Radin Lyrics


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Storm's coming up on the horizon
Batten the hatches, keep yourself from harm
But if those northern winds are too strong
And all the world come crashing in
Here's where we begin

Taken for granted, now you're all alone
You believed in someone who let you down
It seems like the end but it's not over
You've shunned the new day, won't let it in
Here's where we begin

I'll come running for you
Your whole world's turned upside down
But my love, it will keep you
On solid ground

I'll come running for you




I'll be the friend you need
I'll come running

Overall Meaning

Here's where we begin is a heartfelt song by Joshua Radin that speaks of overcoming hurdles, finding strength and new beginnings. The lyrics start off with an imminent storm, an analogy for the turbulent times in life that we often face unexpectedly. The line "Batten the hatches, keep yourself from harm" suggests that we need to be prepared for the storm, ready to protect ourselves and brace for impact. However, the subsequent line "But if those northern winds are too strong" implies that sometimes, despite our best efforts, we may not be strong enough to face the adversity. And then, the powerful statement "And all the world come crashing in" paints a picture of everything falling apart, reaching a point of complete despair.


However, the chorus of the song provides a glimmer of hope - "Here's where we begin". It emphasizes that even in the darkest of times, there is always a chance for a new beginning, an opportunity to start fresh. The following verse speaks of the disappointment of feeling let down by someone we trusted and how it can make us feel alone and lost. But again, the chorus reinforces the idea that even when we feel like it's the end, it's not. There is always a way forward.


The final part of the lyrics addresses the idea of having support and unconditional love. Radin sings, "I'll come running for you, I'll be the friend you need". This line conveys a strong message of being there for your loved ones and giving them strength when they need it the most. We all need that one person who can make everything better by just being there for us. Radin's song is a beautiful reminder of how important it is to be that person for someone else in their time of need.


Line by Line Meaning

Storm's coming up on the horizon
Trouble is approaching, danger is near


Batten the hatches, keep yourself from harm
Prepare yourself, protect yourself from harm


But if those northern winds are too strong
But if the problems are unbearable


And all the world come crashing in
And everything is falling apart


Here's where we begin
This is where we start to rebuild and move forward


Taken for granted, now you're all alone
You are alone because someone you trusted betrayed you


You believed in someone who let you down
Someone you trusted betrayed your trust


It seems like the end but it's not over
It may seem like it is over, but it is not


You've shunned the new day, won't let it in
You are afraid of change and not willing to move forward


I'll come running for you
I will be there for you whenever you need me


Your whole world's turned upside down
Everything has changed dramatically


But my love, it will keep you
My love and support will keep you stable


On solid ground
You will feel secure and stable with my love and support


I'll be the friend you need
I will be there for you as a supportive friend


I'll come running
I will always be there for you whenever you need me




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JOSHUA RADIN, ALLISON K M SACCONE

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