Drop By Drop
R. Double Lyrics
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Not so long ago it was till the end
We played outside in the pourin' rain
On our way up the road we started over again
You're livin' out dreams of you on top
My mind is achin' oh lord it won't stop
that's how it happened livin' life by the drop
Up and down the road in our worn out shoes
Talkin' 'bout good things and singin' the blues
You went your way and I stayed behind
We both knew it was just a matter or time
You're livin' out dreams of you on top
My mind is achin' oh lord it won't stop
that's how it happened life by the drop
No waste of time we're allowed today
Churnin' up the past, there's no easier way
Times been between us,a means to a end
God its good to be here walkin' together my friend
Livin' our dreams
My mind stoped achin'
that's how it happened livin' life by the drop
The song "Life by the Drop" by R. Double speaks to the power of friendship, memories, and perseverance. It starts by addressing an old friend and reminiscing about childhood memories of playing in the rain. The use of the phrase "started over again" indicates that they have both faced challenges that required them to start over from scratch. The contrast in their current lives is highlighted in the line, "You're living out dreams of you on top, my mind is achin' oh lord it won't stop." This suggests that one friend is living a life of success and achievement, while the other might be struggling to find their footing.
As the song continues, we see that despite their different paths, the friends have maintained their bond. They have walked the road of life together, through good times and bad. The line "Up and down the road in our worn-out shoes, talkin' 'bout good things and singin' the blues" suggests that they have experienced the full spectrum of human emotion and experience. They have also accepted that their paths might not always align, as noted in "You went your way and I stayed behind, we both knew it was just a matter or time."
The final verse expresses the importance of cherishing the present moment and the joy of being together. The words "God it's good to be here walkin' together my friend" encapsulate the sentiment of the entire song--the value of true friendship and the power of shared experiences to bring us closer. The end result is that the friends have found some kind of harmony and happiness in "livin' our dreams," and the feeling of pain highlighted in the beginning has been replaced with a sense of contentment.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello there my old friend
The singer greets his long-standing friend.
Not so long ago it was till the end
The past seemed to stretch on forever until it reached its inevitable conclusion.
We played outside in the pourin' rain
The two friends enjoyed outdoor activities even when the weather was unfavorable.
On our way up the road we started over again
As they journeyed together, the friends embraced new opportunities for growth and change.
You're livin' out dreams of you on top
The artist's friend is achieving great success and living out their dreams.
My mind is achin' oh lord it won't stop
The singer is struggling to cope with the demands of their own life.
that's how it happened livin' life by the drop
Success and happiness come one step at a time, through dedication and perseverance.
Up and down the road in our worn out shoes
The friends have traveled many miles together, despite the hardships and weariness they have encountered.
Talkin' 'bout good things and singin' the blues
The friends share both joys and sorrows as they recount their experiences.
You went your way and I stayed behind
Eventually, the friends went down different paths in life.
We both knew it was just a matter or time
Despite their closeness in the past, the friends expected this separation to occur eventually.
No waste of time we're allowed today
The present is valuable and shouldn't be squandered.
Churnin' up the past, there's no easier way
Reflecting on previous experiences can be difficult but is necessary for personal growth.
Times been between us,a means to a end
The passage of time has created a final outcome or conclusion to their story together.
God its good to be here walkin' together my friend
Despite the hardships and changes life has brought, it's meaningful to walk together with a close friend.
Livin' our dreams
The friends have both achieved success and happiness in their respective pursuits.
My mind stoped achin'
The artist has found peace and contentment in their own life.
that's how it happened livin' life by the drop
Success and happiness come one step at a time, through dedication and perseverance.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Reservoir One Music, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: BARBARA LOGAN, DOYLE BRAMHALL
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