Lost
LaBrie James Lyrics

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Sometime after five
I don't know what I've done
But I put my car in drive
And I'm blinded by the sun

In my rearview mirror
The colors start to fade
My past just disappears

And I am so afraid

I'm lost
Show me the way
I'm lost
Show me the way
I'm lost

Thought I saw the sign
Perhaps I should have turned
I really see just fine
Guess I'm not concerned

Maybe I'll forget
The way things were before
It's too late for regrets
Cause I've opened up the door

I'm lost
Show me the way
I'm lost
Show me the way
I'm lost

I'm lost
Show me the way
I'm lost
Show me the way
I'm lost
Show me the way
I'm lost
Show me the way
I'm lost
Show me the way
I'm lost

Show me the way
I'm

Overall Meaning

Lost in LaBrie James's song "Lost" is a reflection on the uncertainties of life and feeling like one has lost their way. The first stanza sets the scene of the singer driving, but not knowing where they're going. They're blinded by the sun, representing the uncertain future, and looking in the rearview mirror only reminds them of what they're leaving behind. They feel afraid because they don't know what's coming next.

In the second stanza, the singer considers a missed turn, but doesn't seem too concerned about it. They're trying to move forward and forget the past, but it's not as easy as they hoped. They know it's too late for regrets and have already opened a door to something new, even if they're not entirely sure what it is.

The chorus shows the singer's desperation for guidance. They need someone to show them the way because they feel completely lost without direction. The repetition of the phrase emphasizes how strong this feeling is for the singer.

Overall, "Lost" portrays a sense of being adrift and uncertain about the future, despite the singer's attempt to move forward. It's a relatable feeling and one that many people experience at some point in their lives.

Line by Line Meaning

Sometime after five
At an unspecified time in the afternoon or evening

I don't know what I've done
I am unsure of my actions or decisions

But I put my car in drive
I began driving forward

And I'm blinded by the sun
The sun is shining too brightly for me to see clearly

In my rearview mirror
Looking back at my past

The colors start to fade
My memories are becoming less vivid and clear

My past just disappears
My previous life is vanishing, leaving me feeling lost and confused

And I am so afraid
I am filled with fear and uncertainty about what's next

Thought I saw the sign
I had hoped for a clear indication of what direction to take

Perhaps I should have turned
Maybe I missed an opportunity to change my course

I really see just fine
I can physically see everything clearly, but I am still lost