By the Way
Nick Ray Lyrics
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You carried me when I was down
When no one else was to be found
You were always on my side
(Yeah)
It’s a shame we have to end like this
As we slip into the night again
I hope you know you’re on my mind
[Chorus 1: Nick Ray]
And even though I walked away
You would stand by me
Yes, you would stand by me
(Yeah)
Yes, I’m sorry for the way
I have acted lately
Yes, I’m sorry
By the way
(By The way)
[Chorus 2: Nick Ray]
And even though I walked away
You would stand by me
Yes, you would stand by me
(Yeah)
Yes, I’m sorry for the way
I have acted lately
Yes, I’m sorry
By the way
[Verse 2: Nick Ray]
And I don’t know which way to go now from here
With all of these wasted years
(Yeah)
(By the way)
[Chorus 3: Nick Ray]
And even though I walked away
You would stand by me
Yes, you would stand by me
(Yeah)
Yes, I’m sorry for the way
I have acted lately
Yes, I’m sorry
By the way
Nick Ray's song "By the Way" is a remorseful reflection upon a relationship that has come to an end, and the singer is expressing his regrets over his behavior towards this person. The song opens with the recognition of the support he received from this person when he was in a dark place "You carried me when I was down, when no one else was to be found, you were always on my side." However, despite this support, the relationship has now ended and the singer is lamenting this fact "It's a shame we have to end like this, as we slip into the night again, I hope you know you're on my mind."
The chorus is a repetitive acknowledgement of the guilt the singer feels, "Yes, I'm sorry for the way I have acted lately. Yes, I'm sorry. By the way." He recognizes that this person would have stood by him no matter what, even after he walked away, and he wishes to express remorse for his behavior. In the second verse, the singer indicates that he feels lost and directionless without this person, "I don't know which way to go now from here, with all these wasted years".
The song reveals the feelings of regret, loss, and remorse that are common in the aftermath of a relationship. It highlights how people who are supportive and caring towards us are often taken for granted. Nick Ray's song has an honest and relatable story, accompanied by a catchy tune that adds to the emotional impact of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
You carried me when I was down
In my darkest hour, you lifted me up and supported me
When no one else was to be found
Even when others abandoned me, you remained by my side
You were always on my side
You were constantly supportive of me, through thick and thin
It’s a shame we have to end like this
It's unfortunate that our relationship has come to this conclusion
As we slip into the night again
As we part ways and go our separate paths once more
I hope you know you’re on my mind
I want you to know that you still hold a special place in my thoughts
And even though I walked away
Despite my decision to leave, I know you would still support me
You would stand by me
I am certain that you would remain loyal to me
Yes, I’m sorry for the way
I apologize for my recent behavior
I have acted lately
For the way I have been treating you in recent times
And I don’t know which way to go now from here
I am lost and uncertain about where to turn next
With all of these wasted years
With all the time that has gone by without making any real progress
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: NICHOLAS JAMES RAY, VICTOR BERNARDO TAPIA
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@risabuglio1952
It's great. I really like it Nick!
@positivemusicone6673
Generally beautiful and incredibly clear voice and overlying Nek !! Thanks !! You're really strong !! Markus.
@positivemusicone6673
YEEAAAAA!!!!!! ;-))
@positivemusicone6673
grazie Nik!! ;-))