Her latest release, The Season, was recorded with longtime friend and collaborator Jake Owen (The BoDeans, Goldspot, Sahara Smith). Each song brings home the truth that there is growth from struggle, and the theme of moving from darkness to light permeates the album. Both musically and lyrically, The Season sings this message loud and clear; “I hope this album gives people excuses to love....what else are we made for?”
Recent accolades include:
Indie Artist of the Month (Apr/May 2009) - Americana Music Times
Artist of the Year nominee (2010) -Texas Music Coalition
Hostess/Artist/Producer Summer Songwriter Series 2010 - San Antonio
WINNER #1 Artist OurStage Texas Lilith Fair Competition 2010
SouthWest Regional Finalist 2010 Mountain Stage NewSong Contest
This Time
Laura Marie Lyrics
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The way my world collides
With every truth I seek
And how I couldn't keep myself
From falling deep into
The waiting void that I have left in me
You used to think that it was only you
Around the things you do
And how I couldn't keep myself
From falling through into
The waiting void and how
That still seems true
If I was made to fly and you were gone
Could I, without the strings you tie,
Make it and make it alone
This time
I've never come this far
I used to keep a little piece of mind
I kept it tucked behind my ear
A little light that I could ride away
Upon in troubled times
It's just another part of me
That I can't find
I've never come this far
But I know I want to stay here
For the moment I can see
Why you had to let me feel this way
I wouldn't cry if I didn't know
That I could have been here yesterday
But I wouldn't have tried
Without you on my side,
If you hadn't let me go
And you didn't want to know
If I was...
Made to fly and you were gone
Could I, without the strings you tie,
Make it and make it alone
This time
The lyrics of Laura Marie's song 'This Time' confront a journey of self-discovery and independence. It highlights the struggle of two people trying to find their identity individually after being dependent on each other. The song talks about how both individuals in a relationship thought that their problems were unique to them alone. The singer shares how she used to think that her world was falling apart as she struggled with finding her identity while being with her partner. Her partner, too, shares the same experience and how he couldn't keep himself from falling through the void that they both had within them.
Both individuals also question if they would be able to make it individually if they were to be alone. The singer wonders if she would be able to 'fly' and find success without relying on her partner's support. The song discusses the fear of being alone and the fear of failure but also highlights the desire to break free of dependence and stand on one's own feet. In the end, the singer realizes that she has come a long way in her journey of self-discovery and wants to continue to grow and learn about herself. The phrase "This Time" signifies a change in direction and a new start towards a life of independence.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to think that it was only me
At one time in the past, I believed that my struggles and problems were unique to me.
The way my world collides
I felt that things in my life were always conflicting and clashing with each other.
With every truth I seek
During my search for answers, every piece of information I discovered led me to even more questions.
And how I couldn't keep myself
I was unable to control myself or the path my life was taking.
From falling deep into
I felt like I was descending into a deep, dark hole.
The waiting void that I have left in me
There was an emptiness inside of me that I couldn't fill, and it seemed to be waiting for something or someone to come along and change that.
You used to think that it was only you
At one time, you believed that you were the only person in the world who felt the way you did.
The way my world revolved
You thought that everything in my life revolved around you and your actions.
Around the things you do
You believed that your behavior had an enormous impact on my well-being.
And how I couldn't keep myself
You thought that I was unable to control my own emotions and actions.
From falling through into
You believed that I was constantly on the verge of losing myself entirely, and that you were the only thing keeping me grounded.
The waiting void and how
This emptiness inside of me was something you were well aware of - it was a feeling we both shared.
That still seems true
Even now, you believe that my life is still entwined with yours, and that our shared experiences are relevant to both of us.
If I was made to fly and you were gone
If my life was meant to take a new, daring direction, but you were no longer a part of it,
Could I, without the strings you tie,
Would I be able to succeed without the ties and obligations that bound me to you?
Make it and make it alone
Would I be able to persevere and find my way without you by my side?
I've never come this far
I have never been this successful, or taken such a big step, in my life before.
I used to keep a little piece of mind
I used to have a bit of a free spirit in me - something that allowed me to be calm and centered in the midst of chaos.
I kept it tucked behind my ear
It was always there, ready for me to call upon it whenever I needed it.
A little light that I could ride away
This spirit was like a beacon of hope for me, something that could guide me out of the darkness and into light.
Upon in troubled times
During difficult moments in my life, like when the world seemed to be crashing down around me.
It's just another part of me
But now, it feels like that side of me is gone, replaced by something else entirely.
That I can't find
No matter how hard I look, it's like that part of who I am is simply missing.
But I know I want to stay here
Despite all of these changes and obstacles, I still hold onto the desire to keep going, to keep pushing myself to be better and do more.
For the moment I can see
Right now, in this moment, I feel optimistic and hopeful, and that's enough for me to keep striving forward.
Why you had to let me feel this way
I realize now that the struggles and difficulties I've faced were necessary to help me grow and evolve as a person.
I wouldn't cry if I didn't know
If these challenges weren't pushing me towards something greater, they wouldn't be as difficult to bear.
That I could have been here yesterday
If only I could go back in time and tell my past self everything I know now, maybe things would have been different.
But I wouldn't have tried
But then again, without these struggles, I wouldn't have been motivated to push past my limits and become the person I am today.
Without you on my side,
Without your influence and impact on my life,
If you hadn't let me go
If you hadn't allowed me to experience these difficult moments and make mistakes along the way,
And you didn't want to know
Even if you didn't necessarily want to witness my struggles and hardships firsthand,
If I was...
The song returns to the opening lines, asking if I truly am meant to fly on my own, without the support and guidance of another person.
Made to fly and you were gone
Again, the question is the same - can I truly soar, even if I'm on my own?
Could I, without the strings you tie,
If I were free of all binding connections to you,
Make it and make it alone
Would I still be able to make it through the challenges of life and find success?
Contributed by Isaiah W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.