The Path
Man Made God Lyrics
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Go and kiss all the butterflies I've broken
Sow their wings to the coat of my misfortune
Grow to reach the plains I have only spoken
[Chorus]
I'm walking on a river
I'm handing out the bread to my father's son
And I'm standing in the eye of a hurricane
Waterfalls upon my hair
Wash away all the tangles in my head
I look inside the pool
It's my reflection
Now I've reached a higher place.
[Chorus]
I'm tearin' down a temple
Be alright, gonna build me another one
Won't see me getting tired
I'd break my back just to be inside again
Be inside again
Be inside again
Be inside again
Well I've had years and years of doubt
Now it's gone.
And I've had years and years of doubt
Now it's gone.
And I've had years and years of doubt
And now it's gone.
And I've had years and years of doubt
Now it's gone.
And I've had years and years of doubt
Now it's gone.
And I've had years and years of doubt
Now it's gone
The lyrics to Man Made God's song "The Path" are intensely introspective, exploring the journey of the singer as they navigate through their own emotions and memories. The first verse speaks of souls floating like memories that have been opened, a poignant image that sets the tone for the rest of the song. They ask the listener to "go and kiss all the butterflies I've broken," implying that the singer has been in a state of turmoil, and needs help to move forward. The next line, "sow their wings to the coat of my misfortune," seems to suggest that the singer is trying to find a way to take their pain and turn it into something positive.
The chorus then begins, with the singer describing themselves as "walking on a river," an image that suggests that they are moving forward, but on a path that is constantly shifting and changing. They are also "handing out bread to my father's son," which could mean that they are trying to help others who are also struggling. They then describe themselves as being "in the eye of a hurricane," an incredibly powerful metaphor that suggests that while everything around them may be chaotic, they are at peace in the center of it all.
In the second verse, the singer describes waterfalls washing away the tangles in their head, suggesting that they are gaining clarity and perspective. They then look into a pool and see their reflection, indicating that they are starting to see themselves as they truly are, with no illusions or masks. The chorus repeats, with the singer tearing down a temple in order to rebuild it, a metaphor for tearing down their old thought patterns and beliefs in order to create a new, stronger foundation.
Overall, "The Path" is a powerful depiction of the journey of self-discovery, with themes of growth, transformation, and healing. The lyrics are poetic and evocative, revealing a deep understanding of the human condition.
Line by Line Meaning
Souls they float like the memories I've opened
The souls of those who have passed linger in my thoughts like the memories I recall and re-live.
Go and kiss all the butterflies I've broken
Find those who I have hurt and make amends with them by apologizing for the pain I have caused.
Sow their wings to the coat of my misfortune
Take the wings of those butterflies and use them as a reminder of my mistakes and misfortune.
Grow to reach the plains I have only spoken
Despite the hardships, learn from past mistakes to grow and reach new heights I have only imagined and talked about.
I'm walking on a river
I am navigating through life, constantly moving on a path that may be difficult to follow.
I'm handing out the bread to my father's son
I am providing support and guidance to the next generation, helping them to grow and learn from my experiences.
I'm looking at this lonely land
Despite surrounding myself with people, I feel alone and lost in life.
And I'm standing in the eye of a hurricane
Despite the chaos and turmoil around me, I am able to remain calm and centered.
Waterfalls upon my hair
I am experiencing a refreshing, cathartic release of emotions.
Wash away all the tangles in my head
As my emotions flow, I am able to clear my thoughts and gain a new perspective.
I look inside the pool
I am taking a closer look at myself and examining my own reflection.
It's my reflection
I am seeing myself for who I truly am, with no illusions or false perceptions.
Now I've reached a higher place.
I have grown and gained a new level of understanding and awareness, both of myself and the world around me.
I'm tearin' down a temple
I am letting go of old beliefs and traditions that no longer serve me.
Be alright, gonna build me another one
I am not afraid of change, and am willing to rebuild and create new beliefs for myself.
Won't see me getting tired
I will not be held back or discouraged by the challenges that come with creating a new path for myself.
I'd break my back just to be inside again
I am willing to work hard and make sacrifices to get back to a place where I feel I truly belong.
Well I've had years and years of doubt
I have struggled for a long time with questioning my path in life.
Now it's gone.
Through growth and self-reflection, I have been able to let go of that doubt and find a new sense of purpose and direction.
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@jamiemeadows7569
Bought this album when it came out without ever hearing a song. Over a decade later I'm still happy I did that and still bummed the one album is all we got from them.
@fedecamusso
awesome song.
@spinwave7045
Well I've had years and years of doubt
Now it's gone.
@fikriprof
Souls they float like the memories I've opened
Go and kiss all the butterflies I've broken
Sow their wings to the coat of my misfortune
Grow to reach the plains I have only spoken
I'm walking on a river
I'm handing out the bread to my father's son
I'm looking at this lonely land
And I'm standing in the eye of a hurricane
Waterfalls upon my hair
Wash away all the tangles in my head
I look inside the pool
It's my reflection
Now I've reached a higher place.
I'm walking on a river
I'm handing out the bread to my father's son
I'm looking at this lonely land
And I'm standing in the eye of a hurricane
I'm tearin' down a temple
Be alright, gonna build me another one
Won't see me getting tired
I'd break my back just to be inside again
Be inside again
Be inside again
Be…
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