A New Life
Linda Eder (Lucy Harris) Lyrics
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What I wouldn't give to have a new life
One thing I have learned as I go through life
Nothing is for free along the way
A new start
That's the thing I need to give me new heart
Half a chance in life to find a new part
A new hope
Something to convince me to renue hope
A new day
Bright enough to help me find my way
A new chance
One that maybe has a touch of romance
Where can it be?
The chance for me
A new dream
I have one I know that very few dream
I would like to see that over-due dream
Even though it never may come true
A new love
Though I know there's no such thing as true love
Even so, although I never knew love
Still I feel that one dream is my due
A new world
This one thing I want to ask of you world
Once, before its time to say "Adue" world
One sweet chance to prove the cinics wrong
A new life
More and more I'm sure as I go through life
Just to play the game and to pursue life
Just to share its pleasures and belong
That's what I've been here for all along
Each days a brand new life
The song "A New Life" by Linda Eder is an emotional ballad that expresses the desire for a fresh start, hope, and love. The lyrics speak about the need for a chance to pursue a new path in life, a chance to prove cynics wrong and to share life's pleasures. The song's opening lines express the longing for a new life and the realization that nothing is free along the way, acknowledging that the path to a new life may not be easy.
The following verses express the need for a new start, hope, chance, and dream. The song's bridge then asks the world for one sweet chance to prove the cynics wrong and to start a new life. The chorus reiterates the theme of the song, with the singer more and more sure that playing the game and pursuing life with all its pleasures is what she's been here for all along.
Overall, "A New Life" is a moving call for a fresh start, a renewed sense of hope, and the desire for love to guide the way. The song has a powerful message for anyone who feels like they're stuck in a rut and need a new beginning.
Line by Line Meaning
A new life
The desire for a better life.
What I wouldn't give to have a new life
The singer is willing to do anything for a better life.
One thing I have learned as I go through life
Knowledge gained through life experiences.
Nothing is for free along the way
There is always a cost or sacrifice in life.
A new start
A fresh beginning.
That's the thing I need to give me new heart
A new start will bring renewed hope and happiness.
Half a chance in life to find a new part
A small opportunity to try something new.
Just a simple roll that I can play
A basic, uncomplicated role to fill in life.
A new hope
A reason to believe things can get better.
Something to convince me to renue hope
A reason to have hope again, after being let down.
A new day
A new beginning, a fresh start.
Bright enough to help me find my way
A new day that brings clarity and direction.
A new chance
Another opportunity to succeed.
One that maybe has a touch of romance
The potential for a romantic relationship with the new chance.
Where can it be?
Wondering where this new chance could be found.
The chance for me
The hope to find an opportunity that fits the artist's needs.
A new dream
A new aspiration or goal.
I have one I know that very few dream
The singer's dream is unique and not commonly shared.
I would like to see that over-due dream
The desire to fulfill a long-awaited dream.
Even though it never may come true
Acknowledging that the dream may not be achievable.
A new love
Desire for a romantic relationship.
Though I know there's no such thing as true love
The artist is aware of the unrealistic expectations placed on love.
Even so, although I never knew love
Desire for an experience the singer has never had.
Still I feel that one dream is my due
Holding onto the belief that one dream is deserved.
A new world
A desire for a better, more fulfilling world.
This one thing I want to ask of you world
A request to the world for a single opportunity.
Once, before its time to say 'Adue' world
A sense of urgency to achieve the dream before it's too late.
One sweet chance to prove the cinics wrong
An opportunity to prove doubters and pessimists wrong.
More and more I'm sure as I go through life
Growing certainty about the need for a better life.
Just to play the game and to pursue life
Living life to the fullest and pursuing happiness.
Just to share its pleasures and belong
Connecting with others and feeling a sense of belonging in life.
That's what I've been here for all along
The purpose the artist believes they were meant for in life.
Each days a brand new life
Every day brings a new opportunity to start anew.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, SHAPIRO BERNSTEIN & CO. INC.
Written by: FRANK WILDHORN, LESLIE BRICUSSE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Scott Ford
A very emotional song sung by a talented lady with a beautiful voice.
Madan Mohan
Isn't she the queen of the crescendo? Just love how she just keeps building up and then boom - but a controlled explosion with impeccable technique.
Reality Check with Mark Tripp
When I first saw her on Star Search she literally took my breath away. I’m hoping I have time left to see her in concert one last time.
JohninTucson
linda is an amazing singer with seemingly endless reserve and range. I just love when she powers up and just soars. Simply the best ear candy on the planet next to Karen carpenter.
karen lacy
This is such a sad song but somehow it’s very beautiful! Maybe because Linda Eder is such an outstanding singer! Wonderful
Vincent Titone
Brava! And she knows how to sing!
B J Steinhoff
The one, the only! God blessed Linda with such an incredible voice!
hotboyronald28
I love this woman's voice!
Jeff Marcus
I saw Linda one time both in Jekyll and in concert and she just blew me away! I can't wait to see her in November for my birthday! From one Linda to another you are simply the best!
Paige Elise
BRAVA! Linda could sing me the McDonald's menu and I would fall in love.