Roads
Mainstay Lyrics

Where you are right now
The current location of the person is not the intended destination.

Isn't where I'm supposed to be, I know
The person acknowledges that they are not in the right place.

But I entertain the thought
The person considers the possibility of leaving to reach the right place.

Promise I will make it brief and go
The person vows to leave promptly after the thought is entertained.

I'm gone
The person has left and is no longer physically present.

I won't stay by the side of the road
The person refuses to linger in a stagnant situation.

And just wait for another tomorrow
The person chooses not to waste time and will push forward.

Maybe we could make it there by tonight
The person hopes to reach their destination soon and without delay.

'Cause the road always seems too long
The journey can appear daunting and never-ending.

And the right turns sometimes feel wrong
Even when making what should be the right choice, it can still feel like the wrong one.

But don't stop this time, this time
Despite the difficulties, it's important to keep moving forward and not give up.

Everyone I pass
The person encounters many others on their journey.

Feels the same way on a different street
Others share the same struggles and feelings, even if they are in different locations.

Fall asleep for days
Sometimes tiredness or monotony can be overwhelming.

It's not envy if it's just a dream
Desiring something better isn't necessarily jealousy if it's not at someone else's expense.

We're gone
The person is not alone in leaving and pressing forward.

I won't stay by the road
Once again, the person chooses to not be idle and waste time.

And wait for tomorrow
Rather, they will keep striving towards reaching their destination.

But don't stop
Giving up is not an option and they will keep going.