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Joy
One on One Lyrics
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We are young and lost and so afraid
There's no cure for the pain
No shelter from the rain
All our prayers seem to fail
In joy and sorrow my home's in your arms
In a world so hollow
In joy and sorrow my home's in your arms
In a world so hollow
It is breaking my heart
Oh girl we are the same
We are strong and blessed and so brave
With souls to be saved
And faith regained
All our tears wiped away
In joy and sorrow my home's in your arms
In a world so hollow
It is breaking my heart
In joy and sorrow my home's in your arms
In a world so hollow
It is breaking my heart
In joy and sorrow my home's in your arms
In a world so hollow
It is breaking my heart
In joy and sorrow my home's in your arms
In a world so hollow
It is breaking my heart
And my home's in your arms
And it is breaking my heart
My home's in your arms
And it is breaking my heart
The lyrics to One on One's song Joy are exploring the duality of life and the shared experiences of pain and joy, fear and bravery. The repeated line "we are the same" is a poignant reminder that, despite our differences, we all face similar obstacles and can find solace in each other's company. The first stanza describes a sense of helplessness and despair, with the singer acknowledging that there is no easy solution to the pain they feel. They are exposed to the elements, with no shelter to protect them from the metaphorical rain. Even their prayers seem futile.
However, the second stanza offers a sense of hope and reconciliation. The singer recognizes their shared strength and resilience with their companion or loved one, and their ability to find comfort in each other's embrace. They no longer feel lost, but rather powerful and blessed, with their faith restored and tears dried up. The song explores the contrast between the hollowness of the world at large and the depth and meaning found in the intimacy between two people.
Overall, Joy is about finding hope and solace in the presence of another, even in the face of overwhelming pain and suffering. It emphasizes that, while we may feel isolated and alone in our struggles, we are all connected by the shared experience of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh girl we are the same
We are both struggling through life, feeling young, lost, and overwhelmed
We are young and lost and so afraid
We are inexperienced and unsure of ourselves, facing fear and uncertainty
There's no cure for the pain
There is no easy fix for our emotional pain and struggles
No shelter from the rain
We have nowhere to hide from the hardships and difficulties of life
All our prayers seem to fail
Even when we reach out for help or guidance, it can feel like no one is listening or able to help us
In joy and sorrow my home's in your arms
Whether I'm happy or sad, I find comfort and security in your presence and support
In a world so hollow
In a world that often feels empty or meaningless
It is breaking my heart
The pain and hardships of life are taking a toll on my emotional wellbeing
We are strong and blessed and so brave
Despite our struggles, we have inner strength and blessings to be grateful for that give us the courage to keep going
With souls to be saved
We have the potential for growth, healing, and redemption
And faith regained
With support and resilience, we can regain our trust in ourselves and the world around us
All our tears wiped away
Through healing and support, we can find relief from our emotional pain
And my home's in your arms
I feel safe and at peace when I'm with you
And it is breaking my heart
Despite my love and gratitude for you, the difficulties of life still weigh heavy on me
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Ville Hermanni Valo
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