Solid Ground
Michael Kiwanuka Lyrics


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How does it feel when it's quiet and calm?
And will I be denied?
How will it feel when it's time to move on?
Mother says kneel and pray
When it gets hard, I will roll those sleeves
Life can be so unkind
I will be found on the edge of the world
Where there'll be no one around

Oh, solid ground
Solid ground
Solid ground
Solid ground

How does it feel to be on your own?
No one to understand
I know I'm here and I don't belong
I'm on my knees today
When it gets dark, I will know no fear
Life can be so unkind
Hanging around on the edge of the world
Finally no one around

Oh, would you help me?
I don't understand
Is it over?
Am I losing solid ground?

Solid ground
Solid ground
Solid ground
Solid ground
Solid ground
Solid ground




Solid ground
Solid ground

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Michael Kiwanuka's song Solid Ground reflect on the feeling of being alone and uncertain in life. The opening lines ask a series of questions about how it feels to be in a state of quiet and calm, and whether or not one will be denied certain things in life. The singer then ponders how it will feel to move on and what his mother would advise him in such situations. The lyrics focus heavily on the hardships of life, with references to the difficulty of the journey and the feeling of being alone at the "edge of the world."


The repeated chorus of "solid ground" is a reflection on finding a sense of groundedness, a sense of security, and safety amidst an uncertain journey. The lyrics also allude to the importance of self-reflection and self-awareness as a means of navigating through the hard times in life. The repetition of the phrase "solid ground" throughout the song serves as a reminder or a mantra to keep going, to keep searching for that sense of stability and safety. The overall mood of the song is introspective, melancholy, and reflective.


Line by Line Meaning

How does it feel when it's quiet and calm?
What are the emotions stirring within me during peaceful times?


And will I be denied?
Am I destined for failure?


How will it feel when it's time to move on?
What emotions will I experience when it's time to leave?


Mother says kneel and pray
Reflecting on the advice given by my mother to seek divine intervention


When it gets hard, I will roll those sleeves
I will work harder and persevere when things become challenging


Life can be so unkind
The challenges and difficulties that life presents


I will be found on the edge of the world
My struggles can often make me feel alone and isolated


Where there'll be no one around
In my moments of hardship, I will often feel alone and unsupported


Oh, solid ground
A desire for security and stability


How does it feel to be on your own?
What emotions arise when one is alone and unaccompanied?


No one to understand
A sense of isolation and lack of support


I know I'm here and I don't belong
A sense of not fitting in or belonging


I'm on my knees today
A day of introspection and prayer


When it gets dark, I will know no fear
I will be brave and unafraid in moments of darkness and uncertainty


Hanging around on the edge of the world
Continuing to struggle and feel alone and unsupported


Finally no one around
A complete sense of isolation and loneliness


Oh, would you help me?
A plea for support and assistance


I don't understand
Feeling lost and uncertain


Is it over?
Wondering if there is any hope for the future


Am I losing solid ground?
Feeling as though stability and security are slipping away


Solid ground
A desire for security and stability


Solid ground
A desire for security and stability


Solid ground
A desire for security and stability


Solid ground
A desire for security and stability


Solid ground
A desire for security and stability


Solid ground
A desire for security and stability


Solid ground
A desire for security and stability


Solid ground
A desire for security and stability




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Brian Burton, Dean Josiah, Michael Samuel Kiwanuka

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Comments from YouTube:

B6 Gaming

Listening to this makes me feel like I’m the only person around. So alone but so at peace

Boa Boa

👁

SCVinyl

wow you actually describe this feeling so well

Dana

Very well said!

OneFACE7

Yes

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Σέριφος λάντ | serifosland

Theres no doubt that he is the most talented artist in our time.

Robert Bieganski

It's true

mporter123456

Check out Black Pumas but I really like this guy!

Σέριφος λάντ | serifosland

@mporter123456 Will do!

joachim dahl

well,, you havent heard me yet...

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