No Way Out
Mark Mancina & Phil Collins Lyrics
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But there's nothing I can say to change the things I've done
Of all the things I hid from you, I cannot hide the shame
And I pray someone, something will come to take away the pain
There's no way out of this dark place
No hope, no future
I know I can't be free and I can't see another way
Tell me where, did I go wrong
Everyone I loved, they're all gone
I'd do everything so differently but I can't turn back the time
There's no shelter from the storm inside of me
There's no way out of this dark place
No hope, no future
I know I can't be free and I can't see another way
I can't face another day
I can't believe the words I hear
It's like an answer to a prayer
When I look around I see
This place, this time, this friend of mine
I know it's hard but you found somehow
To look into your heart and to forgive me now
You've given me the strength to see just where my journey ends
You've given me the strength to carry on
I see the path from this dark place, I see my future
Your forgiveness has set me free
Oh and I can see another way
I can face another day!
I see the path, I can see the path
I see the future
I see the path from this dark place
I see the future
I see the path from this dark place
I see the future
I can see the
I can see the
The lyrics to "No Way Out" by Mark Mancina and Phil Collins depict a person who is filled with guilt, regret, and shame for the mistakes they have made and the pain they have caused others. The singer acknowledges that they have hurt someone in every direction they turn, but they feel helpless in changing the past. They admit that they have hidden things from the person they are addressing, but the shame cannot be hidden. They yearn for some external force to alleviate their pain, hoping that someone or something will come and take away their anguish.
The song emphasizes the feeling of being trapped in a dark place, where there seems to be no escape. The singer believes there is no hope or future for them. They feel incapable of finding freedom or even envisioning an alternative path. Facing another day feels insurmountable for them.
However, towards the end of the song, a shift occurs. The singer expresses surprise and disbelief at the words they hear, almost as if it's an answer to their prayers. They realize that the person they hurt, who they thought had abandoned them like everyone else, has found a way to forgive them. This forgiveness becomes a catalyst for the singer's transformation, giving them the strength to see where their journey ends and the ability to carry on. They now see a path out of the dark place and into a hopeful future, all because of the forgiveness they have received.
Overall, "No Way Out" explores the themes of guilt, shame, forgiveness, and redemption. It highlights the internal struggle of someone who feels trapped in their mistakes, but ultimately finds a glimmer of hope through forgiveness.
Line by Line Meaning
Everywhere I turn, I hurt someone
No matter where I go or what I do, I end up causing pain to someone.
But there's nothing I can say to change the things I've done
I regret my actions, but words alone cannot undo the damage I have caused.
Of all the things I hid from you, I cannot hide the shame
Although I may have concealed many things from you, my shame and guilt cannot be hidden.
And I pray someone, something will come to take away the pain
I earnestly hope that someone or something will alleviate the immense pain I feel.
There's no way out of this dark place
I feel trapped in this emotionally distressing situation with no escape.
No hope, no future
I have lost all optimism and believe there is no bright future ahead.
I know I can't be free and I can't see another way
I am aware that I cannot experience freedom and cannot envision any alternative solutions.
I can't face another day
The burden I carry is so heavy that I cannot bear to confront another day.
Tell me where, did I go wrong
Please enlighten me about the exact point where I made a terrible mistake.
Everyone I loved, they're all gone
All the people I deeply cared for are no longer in my life.
I'd do everything so differently but I can't turn back the time
If given the chance, I would completely change my actions, although time cannot be reversed.
There's no shelter from the storm inside of me
I cannot find any solace or refuge from the turbulent emotions within me.
I can't believe the words I hear
I am astonished by the words I am currently hearing.
It's like an answer to a prayer
It feels as though my plea has been answered.
When I look around I see
As I assess my surroundings and observe, I realize.
This place, this time, this friend of mine
These specific circumstances, this particular moment, this person who supports me.
I know it's hard but you found somehow
I understand that it may be challenging, but you managed to discover a way.
To look into your heart and to forgive me now
You were able to search within your heart and offer me forgiveness at this moment.
You've given me the strength to see just where my journey ends
Your forgiveness has empowered me to recognize the ultimate destination of my journey.
You've given me the strength to carry on
You have bestowed upon me the courage and fortitude to continue moving forward.
I see the path from this dark place, I see my future
I can now perceive the way out of this desolate state, and envision a brighter future.
Your forgiveness has set me free
The act of forgiving me has liberated my spirit.
Oh and I can see another way
Now, I am able to perceive an alternative course of action.
I can face another day!
I have regained the strength and determination to confront and overcome the challenges of each new day!
I see the path, I can see the path
I can clearly visualize the direction I must take, the choices I need to make.
I see the future
I can envision a more positive and promising future.
I can see the path from this dark place
I am now able to perceive the way out of this distressing and gloomy state.
I see the future
I can anticipate a brighter and more hopeful future.
I can see the
I have gained clarity and understanding.
I can see the
I have gained clarity and understanding.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: PHIL COLLINS
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