Down A Long Lonely Road
Prince Lyrics
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Down a long lonely road I've been cryin', lookin' 4 someone 2 care
Down a long lonely road I've been cryin', lookin' 4 someone 2 care
Down a long lonely road I've been cryin', lookin' 4 someone 2 care
[repeat]
The lyrics of "Down A Long Lonely Road" by Prince paint a picture of someone who has been feeling alone and longing for someone to care about them. The repetition of the lines emphasizes the sense of desperation and hopelessness that the singer is experiencing. The imagery of a long, lonely road further emphasizes the feeling of being lost and isolated.
The use of the first-person point of view creates a personal and emotional connection with the listener, making it easier to relate to the feelings being expressed. By repeating the same lines over and over again, Prince emphasizes the singer's sense of desperation and the depth of their loneliness. The use of the word "cryin'" suggests a sense of vulnerability and emotional turmoil, further emphasizing the loneliness the singer feels.
Overall, the lyrics of "Down A Long Lonely Road" speak to the universal experience of feeling lost and alone. Regardless of the specific circumstances, the emotions behind the words resonate with anyone who has ever felt isolated or unloved.
Line by Line Meaning
Down a long lonely road I've been cryin',
I have been traveling down a desolate and unending path, shedding tears of sorrow and pain.
lookin' 4 someone 2 care
I am searching for someone who will show me love and compassion, who will heal my broken heart.
Down a long lonely road I've been cryin',
I have been wandering for a long time, feeling lost and alone, with no one to turn to for comfort.
lookin' 4 someone 2 care
My heart is yearning for someone who will offer me kindness and understanding, who will be there for me in my darkest moments.
Down a long lonely road I've been cryin',
I have been enduring this pain and suffering for what seems like an eternity, with no end in sight.
lookin' 4 someone 2 care
My deepest wish is to find someone who will love me for who I am, who will accept me completely and unconditionally.
Down a long lonely road I've been cryin',
I have traveled through the most desolate and forsaken places, alone and hopeless, with nothing but my tears to keep me company.
lookin' 4 someone 2 care
My soul is yearning for someone who will bring light into my life, who will make everything feel better and easier, just by being there for me.
Contributed by Grayson G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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