The name "Never the Strangers" signifies a new start, not only to the band but also to the local music scene. No one is, and no one will ever be strangers to one another in music.
The Light
Never The Strangers Lyrics
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Typing things I don't even mean
I kinda know that there is more
To life 'cause I've been keeping score
Of the places I wanna see
Climb the mountains in front of me
I fear the things that I don't know
I'm scared of losing my control
I wanna see the light
I wanna hear the answers
I don't wanna die
Don't wanna run in reverse
I wanna see the light
I've always been the quiet type
My hopes and fears are locked inside
They say you're weak when you're alone
I say, I'm perfectly at home
I wanna see the light
I wanna hear the answers
I don't wanna die
Don't wanna run in reverse
Take one step in the future or else get left behind
We get so complicated
Still waiting for a sign
I wanna
I wanna
I wanna
I wanna
I wanna see the light
I wanna
I wanna
I wanna
I wanna
I wanna see the light
See the light
I wanna see the light
I wanna hear the answers
I don't wanna die
Don't wanna run in reverse
Take one step in the future or else get left behind
We get so complicated
Still waiting
I wanna see the light
Light
Light
Light
The lyrics of "The Light" by Never The Strangers are essentially a reflection on life and the desire for something more than just the mundane routine of daily existence. The song begins with the singer staring at their computer screen, typing things they don’t even mean, conveying the feeling of being stuck and lacking inspiration. The lines "I fear the things that I don't know, I'm scared of losing my control" suggest the fear of the unknown and the desire to hold onto what one is familiar with.
As the song progresses, the singer expresses their desire to see the light, to hear the answers and not just exist, but truly live. They want to climb mountains, experience the world and move forward. The line "Take one step in the future or else get left behind" emphasizes the need to keep going forward, as life will move on with or without us.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of vulnerability and self-acceptance. The singer says "My hopes and fears are locked inside" and acknowledges the societal notion that being alone or quiet is seen as weakness. However, they feel comfortable in their own skin and are "perfectly at home" with themselves.
In summary, "The Light" is about self-reflection, a yearning for adventure, and the pursuit of personal growth.
Line by Line Meaning
Staring at my computer screen
I'm mindlessly doing something routine and unimportant.
Typing things I don't even mean
I'm doing something that doesn't reflect my true thoughts or feelings.
I kinda know that there is more
I am aware that there is something bigger and more important in life.
To life 'cause I've been keeping score
I've been taking note of the things that matter to me the most in life.
Of the places I wanna see
There are places I want to visit and experience in life.
Climb the mountains in front of me
I want to conquer my challenges and obstacles in life.
I fear the things that I don't know
I am afraid of the unknown and uncertain in life.
I'm scared of losing my control
I am afraid of losing my ability to manage my life and make my own decisions.
I wanna see the light
I want to experience the bigger and brighter things in life.
I wanna hear the answers
I want to find clarity and understanding in life.
I don't wanna die
I am afraid of missing out on life's opportunities or dying without fulfilling my dreams.
Don't wanna run in reverse
I don't want to waste my time or go back to living like I used to.
I've always been the quiet type
I have a reserved and introverted personality.
My hopes and fears are locked inside
I keep my aspirations and worries deeply hidden and private.
They say you're weak when you're alone
Society perceives being alone as a sign of weakness.
I say, I'm perfectly at home
I feel comfortable and content with being alone and reflecting on my own thoughts.
Take one step in the future or else get left behind
It's important to keep moving forward in life, or else risk falling behind.
We get so complicated
Life can become complex and overwhelming.
Still waiting for a sign
We're still searching for direction or clarity in life.
Light
The light represents clarity, understanding, and the greater things in life that we aspire towards.
Contributed by Alaina G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.