Brand New Day
Nail David Lyrics
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Feels good anytime
What have I been waiting for?
It's high time that I dust off the magic
Put my face back in the crowd
And find somebody new
My phone used to ring but I just wasn't ready
One memory would tear down the levy
But tonight I don't feel a thing
Finally, yeah, I've made it through the rebound
The past ain't dragging me down
I'm back to who I was before you
On a perfect night
There's no telling where or what I might
Find before the morning light
Starts a brand new day
Even that autumn air feels sweeter
Filling up my chest
There's a comfort in the cold
And somehow the taste of these Budweiser's
Fit just like a friend
They welcome me to lean
Yeah, you live and you learn and you try to do better
She wanted to go and I finally let her
But broken hearts like wood will splinter
Tonight I don't feel a thing
Finally, yeah, I've made it through the rebound
The past ain't dragging me down
I'm back to who I was before you
On a perfect night
There's no telling where or what I might
Find before the morning light
Starts a brand new day
Finally, yeah, I've made it through the rebound
The past ain't dragging me down
I'm back to who I was before you
On a perfect night
There's no telling where or what I might
Find before the morning light
Starts a brand new day
Yeah, starts a brand new day
Yeah, you live and you learn
You live and you learn and you try to do better
She wanted to go
Just trying to be better
My phone used to ring but I just wasn't ready
The smell of the smoke and the tunes too heavy
One memory would tear down the levy
Just like a friend
Yeah, you live and you learn and you try to do better
She wanted to go and I finally let her
Yeah, I finally let her go
In "Brand New Day," Nail David sings about the process of moving on from a past relationship and rediscovering oneself. The metaphor of the streets being like an old jean jacket indicates the familiarity and comfort of a familiar place, but also the need for change and growth. David hints at the regret of not being ready for opportunities that came his way, but shows resilience in not being dragged down by the past. He embraces the present and its promise of new experiences, even finding solace in something as simple as the taste of a Budweiser. This song is about accepting the pain of a broken heart and the process of healing to create a brighter future.
The lyrics in "Brand New Day" use several metaphors to convey the emotional journey of moving on from a past relationship. The reference to "the smell of the smoke and the tunes too heavy" and "the taste of these Budweisers" shows David getting lost in the experience of being out in the world, but not in a self-destructive way; rather, he is experiencing the joys of life again. He recognizes that broken hearts can feel like wood ready to splinter, but despite this, he is ready to move forward. In the end, David finds hope in the prospect of waking up to a brand new day full of possibilities.
Line by Line Meaning
These streets are like an ol' jean jacket
These streets are familiar and comfortable like an old piece of clothing
Feels good anytime
It always feels good to be back on familiar streets
What have I been waiting for?
The singer realizes that there was no reason to stay away from these streets
It's high time that I dust off the magic
It's time for the artist to rediscover the magic of these streets
Put my face back in the crowd
The artist wants to be a part of the energy and excitement of these streets
And find somebody new
The singer is ready to meet and connect with new people
My phone used to ring but I just wasn't ready
The singer used to get calls from someone, but wasn't emotionally ready to answer them
The smell of the smoke and the tunes too heavy
The atmosphere was too heavy and emotional for the artist to handle
One memory would tear down the levy
One memory would bring back all the emotions and pain the artist was trying to avoid
But tonight I don't feel a thing
The artist has moved on and feels emotionally detached from that past experience
Finally, yeah, I've made it through the rebound
The singer has finally managed to move on from a past relationship
The past ain't dragging me down
The artist is not held back by their past anymore
I'm back to who I was before you
The singer has regained their sense of self after a relationship ended
On a perfect night
A night that feels just right
There's no telling where or what I might
The singer is open to new experiences and possibilities
Find before the morning light
The artist is interested in what the night might bring
Starts a brand new day
A new and fresh start
Even that autumn air feels sweeter
The singer is enjoying the autumn weather more than they used to
Filling up my chest
The singer feels a sense of relief and happiness
There's a comfort in the cold
The artist finds comfort in the colder weather
And somehow the taste of these Budweiser's
The artist feels a special connection with the taste of the beer
Fit just like a friend
The artist feels comfortable and at ease, like they do with a good friend
Yeah, you live and you learn and you try to do better
The singer acknowledges the importance of learning from past mistakes and trying to improve
She wanted to go and I finally let her
The artist had to let go of someone who wanted to leave
But broken hearts like wood will splinter
Heartbreak is painful and can leave lasting scars
Just trying to be better
The singer is trying to improve and move on from their past experiences
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: SCOOTER CARUSOE, DAVID NAIL, SHANE MCANALLY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@deirdrejones2268
I absolutely love his songs, lyrics, voice, guitar playing...everything about him is so underrated - truly talented and not given enough cred for his abilities.
@MatthewWayneMusic
I can't get enough of this song. Great album! David Nail is incredible!
@lindapittman1353
+Matthew Wayne (Matt Williams)
I totally agree:))
@sacewon
I don't know of a better way to relax than to listen to his awesome voice and music. He sings with so much heart and soul. Wish only the best for him. Hope to see him in concert one day!!
@sheilapollock883
He is amazing..I love his voice...What a great song...
@getwreckedgaming1856
David Nail is so under rated in country music. He is in his own league.
@andreaseveryn7677
Great song. . .speaks a lot about personal strength and the calm that comes with release :)
@tweednclw
Not sure if you have had a chance to go back and listen to some of his older stuff, dude has some deep lyrics. Next big thing I believe!
@paulgonzalesjr.7879
Always loved his music.He keeps getting better
@kimowens8411
Sunrises, sunsets and David Nail....makes a great life combo😊