Serenity
Ofln - Godsmack Lyrics
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I take another deep breath
And feel the wind pass through my body
I'm the one in your soul
Reflecting inner light
Protect the ones who hold you
Cradling in your inner child
In a place where I can hide
I need serenity
Nothing changes, days go by
Where do we go when we just don't know
And how do we relight the flame when it's cold
Why do we dream when our thoughts mean nothing
And when will we learn to control
Tragic visions slowly stole my life
Tore away everything
Cheating me out of my time
I'm the one who loves you
No matter wrong or right
And every day I hold you
I hold you with my inner child
I need serenity
In a place where I can hide
I need serenity
Nothing changes, days go by
Where do we go when we just don't know
And how do we relight the flame when it's cold
Why do we dream when our thoughts mean nothing
And when will we learn to control
Where do we go when we just don't know
And how do we relight the flame when it's cold
Why do we dream when our thoughts mean nothing
And when will we learn to control
(I need serenity) Where do we go when we just don't know (I need serenity)
And how do we relight the flame when it's cold (I need serenity)
Why do we dream when our thoughts mean nothing (I need serenity)
And when will we learn to control
In the song Serenity, Ofln by Godsmack, the singer is reflecting on their inner self and the need for serenity. As they close their eyes and take a deep breath, they feel the wind pass through their body, symbolizing the release of negative energy. The singer is the reflection of the inner light in the listener's soul and they encourage the listener to protect and nurture the inner child within them.
The singer acknowledges the constant need for serenity in their life and the desire to retreat to a place where they can hide from the chaos of the world. They long for a sense of stability as they feel that nothing changes and days go by. The singer questions the unknown aspects of life and the struggle to ignite the flame of passion when it seems to have gone cold. They ponder why we dream, even when our thoughts seemingly mean nothing and when we will learn to control our lives.
In the end, the singer professes their love for the listener and acknowledges that they will always hold them, whether they are right or wrong. The singer's love is pure and unconditional as they hold the listener with their inner child, symbolizing their innocence and vulnerability. The song conveys the message that serenity can be found within oneself and that love and protection of the inner child can bring peace and stability to one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
As I sit here and slowly close my eyes
The singer is taking a moment to reflect and breathe deeply.
I take another deep breath
The singer continues to focus on their breathing as a way to find peace.
And feel the wind pass through my body
The singer is aware of their surroundings and feels a sense of connection to nature.
I'm the one in your soul
The singer identifies themselves as a part of the listener's soul.
Reflecting inner light
The singer reflects the inner light of the listener.
Protect the ones who hold you
The singer encourages the listener to protect those who are important to them.
Cradling in your inner child
The singer suggests that the listener embrace their inner child as a way to find comfort.
I need serenity
The singer expresses a strong desire for a peaceful state of mind.
In a place where I can hide
The singer wants to find a safe space to escape from the pressures of the world.
Nothing changes, days go by
The singer feels stuck in a monotonous routine.
Where do we go when we just don't know
The singer questions the direction of their life.
And how do we relight the flame when it's cold
The singer wonders how to regain motivation when feeling uninspired.
Why do we dream when our thoughts mean nothing
The singer ponders the purpose of dreaming when it doesn't always translate to reality.
And when will we learn to control
The singer wonders when they'll be able to take control of their life.
Tragic visions slowly stole my life
The singer has experienced trauma that has deeply affected them.
Tore away everything
The singer has lost important aspects of their life due to the traumatic experience.
Cheating me out of my time
The singer feels like they've lost precious time due to the traumatic experience.
I'm the one who loves you
The singer expresses love and support to the listener.
No matter wrong or right
The singer's love and support is unconditional.
And every day I hold you
The singer is present for the listener every day.
I hold you with my inner child
The singer uses their inner child as a way to bring comfort and safety to the listener.
Where do we go when we just don't know
The singer again questions the direction of their life.
And how do we relight the flame when it's cold
The singer wonders again how to regain motivation when feeling uninspired.
Why do we dream when our thoughts mean nothing
The singer again ponders the purpose of dreaming when it doesn't always translate to reality.
And when will we learn to control
The singer again wonders when they'll be able to take control of their life.
(I need serenity) Where do we go when we just don't know (I need serenity)
The chorus repeats the questions and desire for a peaceful state of mind.
And how do we relight the flame when it's cold (I need serenity)
The chorus again expresses the desire for motivation and inspiration.
Why do we dream when our thoughts mean nothing (I need serenity)
The chorus again ponders the meaning and purpose of dreaming.
And when will we learn to control
The chorus ends with the same question about taking control of one's life.
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Salvatore P. Erna, Tony Rombola
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As I sit here and slowly close my eyes
I take another deep breath
And feel the wind pass through my body
I'm the one in your soul
Reflecting inner light
Protect the ones who hold you
Cradling your inner child
I need serenity
In a place where I can hide
I need serenity
Nothing changes, days go by
Where do we go when we just don't know
And how do we relight the flame when it's cold
Why do we dream when our thoughts mean nothing
And when will we learn to control
Tragic visions slowly stole my life
Tore away everything
Cheating me out of my time
I'm the one who loves you
No matter wrong or right
And every day I hold you
I hold you with my inner child
I need serenity
In a place where I can hide
I need serenity
Nothing changes, days go by
Where do we go when we just don't know
And how do we relight the flame when it's cold
Why do we dream when our thoughts mean nothing
And when will we learn to control
Where do we go when we just don't know
And how do we relight the flame when it's cold
Why do we dream when our thoughts mean nothing
And when will we learn to control
I need serenity
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I never get sick of listening to Godsmack. Sully Erna has to be one of the top male vocalist of all time.
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Sully is one of the most talented musicians . He can play so many different instruments it's crazy .