Will I Ever
N.J.E Lyrics
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Leavin' it all behind
Somewhere a little easier on the eye
Maybe ya think ya gotta get mad
Or maybe it's all a game
Maybe you're just the fizz in his cheap champagne
Trying hard to explain
But
Nothin' will ever change
Nothin' will ever change
Makin' the best of a bad situation
To find that your train is just leavin' the station
But don't be afraid
Everybody knows
That's no way begin
What if ya suddenly came into money
What if your dad was queen (your highness)
What if your mommy sang yellow submarine
Maybe you'll find a way to be happy
With marmalade and tea
Maybe you'll find the pearl inside of me
We make it up and go along
Trying hard to explain
But
Nothin' will ever change
Nothin' will ever change
Makin' the best of a bad situation
To find that your train is just leavin' the station
But don't be afraid
Everybody knows
That's no way begin
The lyrics to N.J.E's song "Will I Ever" explore the uncertainty and fear that comes with the possibility of leaving a familiar, but unfulfilling situation for something unknown. The opening lines acknowledge the longing to leave behind the current situation for something more visually appealing. The following lines suggest that perhaps the desire to leave may be due to feeling either angry, playing a game or being an element in someone else's superficial lifestyle. The lyrics encourage the listener to continue trying to make the best of the situation, despite the fear of the unknown, and acknowledge that everyone knows that it is not a good place to start.
The song then poses the idea of what would happen if the listener suddenly came into money or had famous parents, using a humorous tone to show that even in these ideal situations, there may still be issues that need to be dealt with. However, the lyrics then suggest that the answer to finding happiness may be found within oneself, represented by the metaphorical pearl. The chorus reiterates the theme that nothing will change until the listener takes action, but encourages them to not be afraid to take that first step.
Overall, the lyrics to "Will I Ever" are relatable to anyone who has questioned their current situation and wondered if leaving would lead to a better life. The song acknowledges the challenges of change while encouraging the listener to take a chance in order to find happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby I know ya think about goin'
I understand that you've been considering leaving
Leavin' it all behind
Leaving everything that you have behind
Somewhere a little easier on the eye
Looking for a place that is more appealing
Maybe ya think ya gotta get mad
Perhaps you feel like you need to be angry
Or maybe it's all a game
Or maybe you're just playing along
Maybe you're just the fizz in his cheap champagne
Maybe you're just a temporary, insignificant addition to his life
We make it up and go along
We improvise and do what we can with what we have
Trying hard to explain
Attempting to justify our actions and emotions
Nothin' will ever change
Despite our efforts, nothing will ever truly change
Makin' the best of a bad situation
Making the most of a difficult circumstance
To find that your train is just leavin' the station
To realize that your opportunities are slipping away
But don't be afraid
But there's no need to be scared
Everybody knows
Everyone understands
That's no way begin
It's not a good starting point
What if ya suddenly came into money
What if you suddenly became wealthy
What if your dad was queen (your highness)
What if you had royal lineage
What if your mommy sang yellow submarine
What if your parent(s) had unconventional qualities
Maybe you'll find a way to be happy
Perhaps you will discover how to find joy
With marmalade and tea
With simple pleasures
Maybe you'll find the pearl inside of me
Perhaps you will find something valuable within me
Lyrics © PIGFACTORY USA LLC
Written by: ANDY STURMER, WILLIAM MC AULEY III
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