Old Souls
Prawn Lyrics

Cold smoke
The air we breathe is frigid and piercing like smoke in our lungs, making it hard to breathe.

in our lungs
The inhale of this frigid air is unpleasant and causes our lungs to feel cold and heavy.

and footprints
As we trudge along, our steps bear witness to our journey with each footprint we leave behind.

in tall grass.
The grass serves as a reminder of our surroundings, tangled and difficult to navigate.

We're old souls
We have wisdom beyond our years that comes from the knowledge and experience of past lives.

in new skin,
Although we are young in this life, it is as if our souls have been reborn into a new body.

dragged in
We were brought here against our will, possibly by destiny or fate.

from the cold.
The origin of our journey was a place of solitude and isolation, figuratively cold and uninviting.

Fresh tracks
The marks we leave behind are new and uncharted, indicating that we are still finding our way.

trace past
These tracks show the journey we have taken, full of bitterness and regret.

our old ugly bitter ways.
These are the habits and behaviors that we have left behind and strive to not repeat.

You finally found all the courage you needed to say.
Finally, someone has the courage to speak up and address the issues of the past.

but far from the place you'd thought we'd begin,
The starting point of our journey is much different than what was expected, possibly indicating a surprise or twist in fate.

the place that you'd thought I'd give in.
Others may have expected us to falter and fail, but we have proven them wrong.

but far from the end
The end of our journey is still far off in the distance, signifying that there is still much to be done.

just waiting,
For the time being, we are simply waiting for the next turn in our journey.

waiting to begin.
We have yet to reach the climax or turning point of our journey, which is both exciting and nerve-wracking.

You can rearrange me now.
Someone has the power to change us, to mold us into a better version of ourselves.

Put my feet back on the ground,
Guide us and help us stay grounded in reality.

put the blood back in my veins.
Revive us, give us the energy and drive we need to continue pushing forward.

I saw your scared stare
Someone is looking at us with fear or uncertainty, possibly unsure of our capabilities.

sinking into me,
This fear is affecting us, weighing us down like an anchor in water.

but I was bound by weights so I could not tread
We are hindered by the past, by traumas or mistakes that keep us from moving forward freely.

in a rising sea.
Our surroundings and situation are constantly changing, a reminder that life is unpredictable and constantly moving forward.

We're desperate now
Our situation has become dire and we must take action to salvage what we can.

with our latent fears
Our deepest fears are surfacing, presenting themselves as a challenge to overcome.

rising from the wake.
The wake of our journey is murky waters full of obstacles and difficulties, which makes our fears more present and intense.

You carry me over.
Someone is helping us overcome these obstacles and move forward, acting as a guide or support system.

You carry me through.
This support is unwavering and steadfast, guiding us through the darkest days.

We're old souls in new skin.
No matter what we encounter or where we go, our souls are forever wise and experienced beyond our physical age.