The Great Unknown
Mighty Oaks Lyrics
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Not a care, living free in this life
Who was there to catch us when we got knocked down?
People say you learn the hard way
But you need the good and the bad days
I've had my share of both and more
And I know we'll work it out
And I've got to know, will I be good enough?
Will I be there to stand you up?
Will I do things the right way?
Will I spend my days afraid?
Will I be good enough?
Will I know when to call your bluff?
Can I learn to surrender?
I found my love in the great unknown
Moving forward, looking back
On what I built and all I had
In a heartbeat, it's fallen down
And out of ashes comes a flame
To start again and give it a name
To build it up and let it go
And I know we'll work it out
But I'm terrified that I will let you down
I won't let go of you now
'Cause I'm terrified that I will let you down
And I've got to know, will I be good enough?
Will I be there to stand you up?
Will I do things the right way?
Will I spend my days afraid?
Will I be good enough?
Will I know when to call your bluff?
Can I learn to surrender?
I found my love in the great unknown
No, we both hardly know what's on the way
The great unknown, no, we both hardly know what's on the way
Will I be good enough?
Will I know when to call your bluff?
Can I learn to surrender?
I found my love in the great unknown
Will I be good enough?
Will I be there to stand you up?
Will I do things the right way?
Will I spend my days afraid?
Will I be good enough?
Will I know when to call your bluff?
Can I learn to surrender?
I found my love in the great unknown
I found my love in the great unknown
I found my love in the great unknown
The song "The Great Unknown” by Mighty Oaks is an emotional and reflective piece that explores the uncertainties and challenges that come with navigating the journey of life with someone else. The lyrics reflect on the early days of life as carefree kids, but the realities of life soon come knocking. The emotional structure of the song is characterized by repeated questions about whether or not the singer will be good enough, to stand up and show up for the person he is singing to, even when he is uncertain of what is going to happen next.
The songwriting tone reflects the sentiments of a person who is aware of his mistakes and the fallout that comes with it. It is also about finding the courage to learn, listen, surrender, grow, forgive, and love even in the midst of unknown territories. The song portrays hope and optimism despite fear and uncertainty. It's about finding love in unexpected places and embracing its mysteries as a new beginning for a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
We were just kids at one time
We were once carefree children
Not a care, living free in this life
We were living without worries in life
Who was there to catch us when we got knocked down?
We didn't have any guiding figure to hold us when we needed help
People say you learn the hard way
People say that experience is the best teacher
But you need the good and the bad days
Both good and bad experiences make us grow
I've had my share of both and more
I have had a fair share of both positive and negative experiences in life
And I know we'll work it out
I am confident that everything will be fine
But I'm terrified that I will let you down
However, I am scared that I may disappoint you
And I've got to know, will I be good enough?
I am unsure if I will be good enough for you
Will I be there to stand you up?
I don't know if I can support you always
Will I do things the right way?
I question my ability to handle things correctly
Will I spend my days afraid?
I am afraid I'll live life in fear
Will I know when to call your bluff?
I wonder if I can recognize when you're pretending
Can I learn to surrender?
I doubt if I can let go of control and surrender
I found my love in the great unknown
I found my love in a place of uncertainty
Moving forward, looking back
I try to move forward while reflecting on the past
On what I built and all I had
I think about what I have accomplished and lost
In a heartbeat, it's fallen down
All I built has crumbled in an instant
And out of ashes comes a flame
But from the ashes, something new will rise
To start again and give it a name
I will begin anew and give the new creation a name
To build it up and let it go
I will create something new and set it free
I won't let go of you now
I will not leave you at this difficult time
'Cause I'm terrified that I will let you down
As I am scared that I may disappoint you
No, we both hardly know what's on the way
We are unsure about what future holds for us
The great unknown, no, we both hardly know what's on the way
The upcoming journey is uncertain for both of us
I found my love, the great unknown
I discovered a new level of love in the midst of uncertainty
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Written by: Claudio Donzelli, Craig Saunders, Ian Hooper, Sacha Skarbek
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