Million Years Ago
Masen Lee Lyrics
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Learning to fly...
Learning to run...
I let my heart decide the way
When I was young...
Deep down I must have always known
That is would be inevitable
To earn my stripes I'd have to pay!
I know I'm not the only one
Who regrets the things they've done
Sometimes I just feel it's only me
Who can't stand the reflection that they see
I wish I could live a little more
Look up to the sky, not just the floor
I feel like my life is flashing by
And all I can do is watch and cry
I miss the air, I miss my friends
I miss my mother; I miss it when
Life was a party to be thrown
But that was a million years ago
When I walk around all of the streets
Where I grew up and found my feet
They can't look me in the eye
It's like they're scared of me
I try to think of things to say
Like a joke or a memory
But they don't recognize me now
In the light of day...
I know I'm not the only one
Who regrets the things they've done
Sometimes I just feel it's only me
Who never became who they thought they'd be
I wish I could live a little more
Look up to the sky, not just the floor
I feel like my life is flashing by
And all I can do is watch and cry
I miss the air, I miss my friends
I miss my mother, I miss it when
Life was a party to be thrown
But that was a million years ago
A million years ago!
The song "Million Years Ago" by Masen Lee is a poignant reflection about growing up and the regrets and nostalgia that come with it. The beginning lines of the song express a desire for freedom and adventure, and a willingness to let the heart lead the way. However, as the singer grows older, they realize that they must pay the price for the experiences they seek. They recognize that they must bear their soul and earn their stripes, which suggests that the path to maturity and self-discovery may be difficult and painful.
As the song progresses, the singer expresses feelings of isolation and regret, claiming that they are not the only one who wishes they could have lived their life differently. They miss the people and events of their past, longing for a time when life was more carefree and full of joy. The line "Life was a party to be thrown, but that was a million years ago" encapsulates the themes of the song. The metaphorical million years represents the passage of time and the changes that can occur in a person's life.
Overall, the song is a poignant commentary on the human experience of growing up and the nostalgia that comes with it. Masen Lee's voice is delicate and emotive, conveying the depth of feeling in the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
I only wanted to have fun
I was carefree and just wanted to enjoy myself.
Learning to fly...
I was trying to learn about life and find my way.
Learning to run...
I was trying to push myself and become stronger.
I let my heart decide the way
I made choices based on what felt right in my heart rather than just logic.
When I was young...
These were my experiences and feelings when I was younger.
Deep down I must have always known that it would be inevitable
I think that part of me knew that things would change and that I would have to face hard times.
To earn my stripes I'd have to pay! And bear my soul
I knew that I would have to go through struggles and difficulties to become who I am today, and that required me to be vulnerable and open about my feelings.
I know I'm not the only one who regrets the things they've done
I'm aware that others also look back and feel regret about their past actions and choices.
Sometimes I just feel it's only me who can't stand the reflection that they see
Despite knowing others may feel the same way, it often feels like I'm alone in my struggles with self-acceptance and self-worth.
I wish I could live a little more, look up to the sky not just the floor
I want to be more present and mindful in the moment, and to appreciate the beauty and wonder of the world around me.
I feel like my life is flashing by, and all I can do is watch and cry
Sometimes it feels like life is passing me by too quickly and I'm powerless to stop it or make the most of it.
I miss the air, I miss my friends, I miss my mother; I miss it when life was a party to be thrown
I long for the carefree and happy times of my past, and the people who were once important to me.
But that was a million years ago
Those times feel like they were impossibly far away and long ago, even if they were actually recent.
When I walk around all of the streets where I grew up and found my feet
Returning to the places where I have fond memories and strong connections can be bittersweet and nostalgic.
They can't look me in the eye; it's like they're scared of me
People from my past may not recognize me or be comfortable around me now, which can be hurtful and confusing.
I try to think of things to say, like a joke or a memory, but they don't recognize me now in the light of day...
I try to bridge the gap and connect with old acquaintances in any way possible, but the distance remains.
Who never became who they thought they'd be
While others may have achieved their dreams and fulfilled their potential, I feel like I'm still struggling to find my place.
A million years ago!
The passage of time can make the past feel like it's an unreachable distance from the present moment.
Contributed by Benjamin R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.