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Burning Embers
Kendall Payne Lyrics
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Who is ever ready for these things?
No one could prepare us for the laughter
No one could prepare us for the pain
You feel like burning embers
You feel like coming home
You feel like my forever
Every night I ask for your forgiveness
In grown up skin I still act like a child
I can make believe that I am flawless
You're close enough to see the cracks I hide
You have caused me tears of joy relentless
I cannot now imagine life without
I owe you more than humble words could confess
I love you more than I even know how
You feel like burning embers
You feel like coming home
You feel like my forever
And that's all I need to know
You feel like Christmas morning
You feel like summer rain
You feel like holy waters
That rinse away my stains
You feel like children singing
You feel like midnight calm
You feel like breathing deeply
Until the storm is gone
Kendall Payne’s song Burning Embers is an ode to a loved one, expressing how their presence makes the singer feel. Through the opening lyrics, Payne brings to light the uncertainty that comes with embarking on a relationship; were they ready? But ultimately, she articulates that no one is ever truly prepared for the rollercoaster of emotions and experiences that come with loving someone. Payne reflects on the good and the bad - the joy and the pain - that they have shared, and the ways in which they have grown together in their relationship.
Throughout the song, Payne repeatedly uses metaphors to describe her emotional state - her feelings are compared to burning embers, coming home, Christmas morning, and even holy water. These comparisons evoke a sense of warmth, comfort, and a feeling of being washed clean. Though there are moments of doubt and imperfection, the chorus of the song celebrates the security and assurance she finds in her partner’s love. Payne’s evocative language and vivid imagery demonstrate the depth of emotion present in the relationship she describes.
Overall, Burning Embers is a deeply personal and thoughtful ballad that explores the intricacies of an intimate relationship. Through her lyrics, Payne captures the ups and downs and the beautiful and challenging moments that come with loving another person.
Line by Line Meaning
Were we ready, who's to say the answer?
Who knows whether or not we were prepared for what's to come?
Who is ever ready for these things?
It's hard to say if anyone is ever fully ready for life's surprises.
No one could prepare us for the laughter
There's no way we could have foreseen the moments of happiness that we've shared.
No one could prepare us for the pain
Similarly, we couldn't have anticipated the hurt we've been through.
You feel like burning embers
Being around you makes me feel warm and comfortable.
You feel like coming home
You bring me a sense of familiarity and security.
You feel like my forever
I feel like you'll always be a constant in my life.
And that's all I need/want/have to know
All I need is the comfort of knowing you'll always be there for me.
Every night I ask for your forgiveness
I'm constantly seeking forgiveness from you for my mistakes.
In grown up skin I still act like a child
Despite being an adult, I still struggle to mature emotionally.
I can make believe that I am flawless
Sometimes I pretend that I have everything together and that I'm perfect.
You're close enough to see the cracks I hide
But you know me well enough to see the flaws that I try to keep hidden from others.
You have caused me tears of joy relentless
You bring me so much happiness that I can't help but cry tears of joy around you.
I cannot now imagine life without
I don't know what I would do if you weren't in my life anymore.
I owe you more than humble words could confess
There aren't enough words to express how grateful I am to have you in my life.
I love you more than I even know how
My feelings for you are deeper than I can put into words.
You feel like Christmas morning
Being around you brings me a sense of excitement and joy like on Christmas morning.
You feel like summer rain
I feel refreshed and renewed when I'm around you, like after a summer rainstorm.
You feel like holy waters
Your presence brings a sense of spiritual cleansing and renewal.
That rinse away my stains
You help me to let go of my past mistakes and move forward with a clean slate.
You feel like children singing
I feel carefree and joyful when I'm around you, like a child singing.
You feel like midnight calm
You bring a sense of peace and calm to my life, like the stillness of midnight.
You feel like breathing deeply
You help me to ease my anxieties and take deep breaths to center myself.
Until the storm is gone
You provide me with support and comfort during the difficult times until things get better.
Contributed by Alexander R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.