High Hopes
Ricky Tyler Lyrics

You don’t wanna be lonely like me
The singer believes that nobody wants to live a life without close companionship or intimacy.

You ain’t trying to see no one like me
The singer thinks that the listener has no interest in befriending or getting to know someone like the singer.

You ain’t trying to trust no criminal, no criminal
The singer suggests that the listener is not willing to extend their faith to someone who has committed crimes in the past, including themselves.

She ain’t looking for material, only spiritual
The artist describes a potential partner who values qualities like love, kindness, and character over superficial possessions.

So we ain’t so different you and I
In spite of their perceived differences, the artist believes that the listener and themselves share a lot in common.

You remind me of my past and future life (Past and future)
The singer feels a sense of familiarity or recognition when they think about the listener and their own experiences, both in the past and in the future.

Keep on wishing (Keep on wishing)
The singer urges the listener to stay hopeful, keep dreaming, and strive for their goals in life.

Southern yellow Mrs.Gemini
This line is unclear and doesn't seem to have a literal or figurative meaning. It may be a reference to someone or something specific to the artist's personal life.

High hopes for you little angel When she sits down by the river And leaves her tears in the water, so High hopes for you little angel She still smiles at her neighbor And picks me up when I need her, so High hopes for you little angel When she sits down by the river And leaves her tears in the water, so High hopes for you little angel She still smiles at her neighbor And picks me up when I need her, so
These lines express the artist's belief that someone they care about (referred to as a 'little angel') will overcome difficult times or sadness and still show love and kindness to others.

(High hopes) (High hopes)
This repeated statement seems to reference the chorus of the song, which emphasizes the artist's optimistic outlook for someone they care about.

For you, you, you, I erase my wrongs
The singer wants to make up for their past mistakes and regrets by doing something positive for the listener and their future together.

You will never be lonely like me Will you ever see all that I see?
The artist sees themselves as alone or isolated, but questions whether the listener can understand them and perceive the world in the same way.

Stubborn little angel giving up Why you giving up?
The singer addresses the 'little angel' again, urging them not to give up or lose hope in their dreams and aspirations.

Strange eyes never see enough Never care enough, so… Tell me Why do you find comfort to live in your world alone?
The singer suggests that the listener may be missing out on meaningful experiences or connections because they are too closed off or disconnected from others.

Tell me Better find your faith and bring you home
The singer advises the listener to cultivate a sense of trust, belief or confidence in themselves and others, so that they can establish a sense of connection and belonging in the world.

High hopes for you little angel When she sits down by the river And leaves her tears in the water, so High hopes for you little angel She still smiles at her neighbor And picks me up when I need her, so High hopes for you little angel When she sits down by the river And leaves her tears in the water, so High hopes for you little angel She still smiles at her neighbor And picks me up when I need it, so High hopes for you little angel (High hopes) High hopes for you little angel (High hopes)
The chorus is repeated again, emphasizing the artist's optimistic outlook for someone they love and care about.