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The Second Day
Kendall Payne Lyrics
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but this can't be one of them.
and i don't think i can stand it
any longer...
(chorus)
Are you scared?
Are you scared?
'cause if your scared
you're not alone
I once thought i was brave---
but i can't stop crying
sometimes i think im going crazy
But i am waiting patiently
though i fear it will all be in vain
(chorus x2)
Kendall Payne's song, The Second Day, begins with the recognition that some things never change, but the song also acknowledges the discomfort of the idea that everything remains the same. The line, "but this can't be one of them," shows that the singer is not sure they can handle a situation that stays stagnant. The following lines depict the emotional turmoil the singer is facing when they sing, "and I don't think I can stand it any longer." These lyrics reflect the inner turmoil of the singer who is seeking change, and at the same time, they are fighting the fear of the unknown.
The chorus of the song addresses the feelings of fear and insecurity. By asking the question, "Are you scared?" the singer is acknowledging that fear is a common feeling, and that others may be experiencing it as well. The chorus goes on to offer comfort by stating, "if you're scared, you're not alone," implying that others share the same feeling. The next line, "I once thought I was brave but I can't stop crying," expresses the singer's vulnerability and admits that even someone who once felt brave can feel scared and cry.
The second verse of the song reveals the singer's struggle with their mental state with the lyric, "sometimes I think I'm going crazy." The song continues to express the strength of the singer's patience and persistence in waiting for change, despite the fear that it may all be in vain. In summary, The Second Day is a song that portrays the anxiety, fear, and vulnerability associated with the unknown, while offering comfort to those who face similar situations.
Line by Line Meaning
I know some things never change
I am aware that certain things always remain the same.
but this can't be one of them.
However, I cannot accept that this particular situation is unchanging.
and i don't think i can stand it
I am unable to endure this any longer.
any longer...
I have reached the limit of my endurance.
Are you scared?
Do you feel frightened?
Are you scared?
Do you feel frightened?
Are you scared?
Do you feel frightened?
'cause if your scared
Because if you are afraid,
you're not alone
You are not the only one experiencing this.
I once thought i was brave---
I used to believe that I was courageous,
but i can't stop crying
However, I am unable to control my tears.
sometimes i think im going crazy
At times, I have thoughts that I may be losing my mind.
But i am waiting patiently
Nonetheless, I am remaining calm and composed while I wait for something to happen.
though i fear it will all be in vain
However, I am anxious that my efforts will be pointless in the end.
(chorus x2)
(Repeat the above chorus twice)
Contributed by Katherine D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@allisonjenkins571
I first heard this years ago in the movie Beautiful with Minnie Driver...this is the hardest song to track down.
Love it!!!❤
@briannacloss6044
I remember listening to this from the movie Beautiful when I was 7, finally found who it was when I was 13.. Still love it to this day, childhood songs will never get old! :) ;)
@Linzyjjj
this song is one off the beautiful songs from the movie 'beautiful' =)
@silkefrederick
I like the part, "I once thought I was brave, but I can't stop cryin'"
@awakeaftermidnight
they played it in a scene from Beautiful with Minnie Driver *nod*
@reginavlcek
Are you scared? You are NOT alone!!! God lives, He saved me from the darkness of life! Jesus LIVES and it is truth!!! Only He can give you peace!!! Then you wont be scared anymore!!! He wants to come to you life, just call Him !!!
@reginavlcek
As it is written, "THERE IS NONE RIGHTEOUS, NOT EVEN ONE. For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. That if you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
@reginavlcek
How you can receive Jesus?Admit that you are a sinner and you need forgiveness, call Jesus and ask him to forgive you all your sins, confess with your mouth that Jesus is your Lord. Ask Jesus to come to your heart and give you eternal life, he will come and you will be saved.