You are not alone
Mavis Staples Lyrics
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I'm with you
I'm lonely too
What's that song
Can't be sung
By two?
A broken heart
Isolated and afraid
Open up this is a raid
I wanna get it through to you
You're not alone
You're not alone
Every night
I stand in your place
Every tear
On every face
Tastes the same
A broken dream
A broken heart
Isolated and afraid
Open up this is a raid
I wanna get it through to you
You're not alone
An open hand
An open heart
There's no need to be afraid
Open up this is a raid
I wanna get it through to you
You're not alone
I wanna get it through to you
You're not alone
I'm gonna get it through to you
You're not alone
Mavis Staples's song "You Are Not Alone" is a song that speaks to people going through difficult times. The opening line, "You're not alone, I'm with you, I'm lonely too," is a powerful statement that immediately lets the listener know that they are not alone in their pain. The next line, "What's that song can't be sung by two?" is a question that is asking the listener to reflect on their pain and to open up about it to others.
The following lines, "A broken home, A broken heart, Isolated and afraid," paint a picture of someone who is struggling with emotional pain, and feels very alone. The phrase "open up this is a raid" tells the listener that it is okay to be vulnerable and to share their pain with others. The chorus repeats the same message of "You're not alone" and emphasizes that the singer is here to support the listener through their pain.
The final verse is a call for both the singer and the listener to open their hearts and to be brave in the face of fear. The phrase "there's no need to be afraid" is a powerful reminder that fear is not a reason to keep one's emotions bottled up. The repetition of the phrase "I wanna get it through to you, You're not alone" at the end is a final message of hope and support for the listener.
Overall, this song is a powerful message of support and encouragement for anyone who feels alone or overwhelmed by their pain.
Line by Line Meaning
You're not alone
I want to reassure you that you're not the only one going through this difficult time.
I'm with you
I'm here to support you and help you carry the burden you feel.
I'm lonely too
I know what it feels like to be isolated and disconnected from others.
What's that song
Is there a tune in your heart that you're struggling to express?
Can't be sung
Perhaps this melody is too personal and meaningful to share with anyone else.
By two?
Maybe it's meant only for you, and that's okay.
A broken home
Growing up in a dysfunctional family environment can leave deep scars.
A broken heart
Experiencing heartbreak and losing love can be devastating.
Isolated and afraid
Feeling alone and scared in your struggles can be overwhelming.
Open up this is a raid
I'm pushing you to share your pain and let others in, even if it's uncomfortable.
I wanna get it through to you
I'm determined to help you understand that you're not alone, no matter how hard it may be for you to believe.
Every night
I'm by your side even when you're not aware of it.
I stand in your place
I empathize with your struggles and try to understand your perspective.
Every tear
We all experience pain and sadness, and no one's tears are insignificant.
On every face
We are all affected by adversity and challenges that life throws our way.
Tastes the same
Our suffering is not unique to us, nor is it something we need to bear alone.
An open hand
I offer support and care, without judgement or criticism.
An open heart
I give love and compassion freely, and am here to listen if you need to talk.
There's no need to be afraid
You don't need to feel ashamed or scared to seek help or share your struggles.
I'm gonna get it through to you
I'm committed to helping you see that you're never truly alone in your battles.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: JEFFREY SCOTT TWEEDY
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