Wait
Patrick James Lyrics
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Weary souls in a fire it will all lie down
But won't you wait for me too, if I wait for you
Over hills and through the flooding lakes
Shout with the nature's arms it will give you grace
But won't you wait for me too, if I wait for you
To say I'm sorry for the light I lost
Pay with nothing but the time
Trust, wait a minute there's hope
Started out to see
What's running back to me
Through the flying leaves
Fall from the rain
Tired from the grace
With you standing there
The lyrics of Patrick James's song "Wait" depict the emotions of two people who are struggling to overcome their weariness, hoping for a new dawn, and seeking to have their waiting reciprocated. The first two lines of the chorus, “Down with a fall but in with the morning light, weary souls in a fire it will all lie down,” point towards the idea of renewal and hope after a moment of trials and tribulations. The lyrics suggest the concept of waiting and the importance of a companion during this period. The chorus, “But won't you wait for me too, if I wait for you,” reveals the desire of both individuals to support each other during their wait, again emphasizing the importance of reciprocity in any type of relationship.
In the second stanza, the lyrics paint a picture of two people going through rough terrains, yet they continue to persevere by shouting with nature's arms to gain courage and strength. “Over hills and through the flooding lakes, shout with the nature's arms it will give you grace. But won't you wait for me too if I wait for you.” The lyrics show that although the road ahead is tough, with each other, they can become more robust and overcome challenges.
The bridge is a call for trust as the lyrics state, “You and I we trust, to say I'm sorry for the light I lost, pay with nothing but the time, trust wait a minute there's hope.” The singer is saying that with trust, they can make amends and move on from the loss they are feeling.
Overall, the song "Wait" speaks about the importance of waiting for a companion during difficult times, having faith through trust, and the possibility of renewal that one may experience after a fall.
Line by Line Meaning
Down with a fall but in with the morning light
Although we may experience hardships, each day brings a new opportunity for hope and renewal.
Weary souls in a fire it will all lie down
The difficulties we face in life will eventually come to pass, leaving behind a sense of calm and resolution.
But won't you wait for me too, if I wait for you
Let us support and wait for one another through life's challenges and be there for each other when needed.
Over hills and through the flooding lakes
Despite obstacles such as hills and lakes, we can overcome them with determination and perseverance.
Shout with the nature's arms it will give you grace
Embrace the natural world and it may offer us peace and support in times of need.
You and I we trust
We trust each other and our relationship to weather any storms that may come our way.
To say I'm sorry for the light I lost
I apologize for any pain or disappointment I may have caused due to the loss of my positivity or hope.
Pay with nothing but the time
The only payment we can offer is our time to each other and our shared experiences.
Trust, wait a minute there's hope
Even in the midst of difficult times, have faith and patience, because hope may be just around the corner.
Started out to see
We began this journey of life with an open mind and heart.
What's running back to me
As we navigate life's challenges, we may find ourselves being pulled back to the people and things that matter most.
Through the flying leaves
Our journey through life is marked by seasons, each with its own unique beauty and challenges.
Fall from the rain
In the face of adversity, we may falter and struggle to keep going.
Tired from the grace
The grace or blessings we receive may leave us feeling exhausted or burdened.
With you standing there
Having loved ones by our side can give us the strength and support we need to overcome life's difficulties.
Contributed by Kennedy B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
amirahlee
Your songs are always like a breath of fresh air. I hope to go Australia again and watch you.
Scott Boyd
Sounds great! Beautiful tune.
Thomas Osl
Damn it Patty. Will you ever do something that's not terrific? I sincerely don't think you will! Keep it up man, you're an inspiration.
Stefan van Jaarsveld
Just saw this now... wow.
Tanya Batt
Dude!! :) It's beyond beautiful! What a song x
DommerBoo
too wonderful - brings a smile to mind <3
Chelsea Cosgrave
this song is so perfect
NothingspecialNL
This is brilliant, thanks Patrick, greetings from Holland
John Carlisle
what great vocals very mellow can listen to this all day brill.
Daisy Skerritt
Oh golly Paddy!!! Everything is spot on perfect xxx