Father & Son
Ronan Keating Feat. Yusuf Islam Lyrics
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Just relax, take it easy
You're still young, that's your fault
There's so much you have to know
Find a girl, settle down
If you want, you can marry
Look at me, I am old
But I'm happy
I was once like you are now
And I know that it's not easy
To be calm when you've found
Something going on
But take your time, think a lot
Well think of everything you've got
For you will still be here tomorrow
But your dreams may not
How can I try to explain
When I do he turns away again
It's always been the same
Same old story;
From the moment I could talk
I was ordered to listen
Now there's a way and I know
That I have to go away
I know I have to go
It's not time to make a change
Just sit down and take it slowly
You're still young that's your fault
There's so much you have to go through
Find a girl, settle down
If you want, you can marry
Look at me, I am old
But I'm happy
All the times that I've cried
Keeping all the things I knew inside
It's hard, but it's harder
To ignore it
If they were right I'd agree
But it's them they know, not me
Now there's a way and I know
That I have to go away
I know I have to go
The song 'Father and Son' by Ronan Keating is a reinterpretation of Cat Stevens' 1970 song with the same title. The song presents a conversation between a father and son, with the father giving advice to his son as he faces the daunting prospect of growing up and making life choices. Throughout the song, the father is portrayed as a wise figure who has been through the challenges that the son is about to face. He advises his son to take his time in making decisions, encouraging him to find a girl and settle down but not to rush into anything.
The son, on the other hand, seems to be in a state of confusion, torn between his desire to please his father and his own inner voice. He is told to take his time and think things through, but he is also aware that time is short and that he needs to seize the day. There is a sense of tension in the song, as the father tries to impart his wisdom while the son struggles to find his own way. Ultimately, the son decides that he must leave his father behind and find his own path in life, much to the father's dismay.
The song is a poignant reflection on the complex relationship between fathers and sons, and the struggle for independence that all young people must face. It captures the fear, uncertainty, and conflicting emotions that are part of growing up and making important life choices.
Line by Line Meaning
It's not time to make a change
Don't be in a hurry to make a decision.
Just relax, take it easy
Don't be too anxious or stressed out.
You're still young, that's your fault
You have the freedom of youth and should enjoy it.
There's so much you have to know
There is still much to learn and experience.
Find a girl, settle down
Find someone to love and start a family.
If you want, you can marry
If you desire to marry, do so.
Look at me, I am old
I have experience and wisdom that comes with age.
But I'm happy
Despite my old age, I am content.
I was once like you are now
I was young and naive like you at one point.
And I know that it's not easy
I understand that life and decision-making can be tough.
To be calm when you've found
To keep your cool when you encounter difficulties.
Something going on
When you face challenges and adversity.
But take your time, think a lot
Take your time and think before making a decision.
Well think of everything you've got
Remember all that you have in life and be grateful.
For you will still be here tomorrow
You will survive and live to see another day.
But your dreams may not
Your aspirations in life may not always come true.
How can I try to explain
I'm struggling to make you understand something.
When I do he turns away again
When I explain, he ignores me.
It's always been the same
This is a constant issue.
Same old story;
This is a repetitive problem.
From the moment I could talk
Since I was a child.
I was ordered to listen
I was instructed to listen and not talk.
Now there's a way and I know
I have found a solution and I understand.
That I have to go away
I need to leave to pursue my dreams.
All the times that I've cried
All the times I've been sad.
Keeping all the things I knew inside
Never revealing what I knew or felt.
It's hard, but it's harder
It's difficult, but ignoring it is even harder.
To ignore it
To pretend that the issue doesn't exist.
If they were right I'd agree
If they were correct about something, I would agree.
But it's them they know, not me
But they have the knowledge, not me.
Now there's a way and I know
I have found a solution and understand.
That I have to go away
I need to leave to pursue my dreams.
I know I have to go
I am aware that I need to leave.
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Written by: Yusuf Islam
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It's not time to make a change
Just relax, take it easy
You're still young that's your fault
There's so much you have to know
Find a girl, settle down
If you want, you can marry
Look at me, I am old but I'm happy
I was once like you are now
And I know that it's not easy
To be calm when you've found
Something going on
And take your time, think a lot
Think of everthing you've got
For you will still be here tomorrow
But your dreams may not
How can I try to explain?
When I do, he turns away again
It's always been the same
Same old story
From the moment I could talk
I was older to listen
Now there's a way and I know
That I have to go away
I know, I have to grow
I was once like you are now
And I know that it's not easy
To be calm when you've found
Something going on
But take your time, think a lot
Think of everthing you've got
For you will still be here tomorrow
But your dreams may not
And all the times that I've cried
Keeping all the things I knew inside
And it's hard but it's harder to ignore it
If they were right, I'd agree
But it's them they know, not me
Now there's a way and I know
That I have to go away
I know, I have to grow
@kashattack
Lots of guys have difficulty telling their dads how much they mean to them. Don't leave it too late fellas.
@fallenangel530
I left it too late sadly my dad died before i got to tell him how i wish i could turn back the clock to spend time with him.
@jameshanley9102
im afraid i share that feeling with you my friend its hard sometimes it was with both parents with me though
@fallenangel530
James Hanley I'm sorry
@JJrodriJJrodri-hn9ix
You're right. I lost my dad 4 years ago. all happened in some sort of sudden and my dad never knew how much he meant for me. I feel sad I dindt get the chance to let him know
@rustynuts686
my grandfather passed away recently and I believe my farther has regrets about not being able to express his feelings to him. a nod of the head and maybe on very special occasions a handshake ....
@itsharism
As a father and a son, it’s hard not to be touched by this song.
I miss you, dad. ❤️
@DameonEganWWERockStar258
Same ❣❤❤
@lennardbarton8805
I am very sorry❤
@lennardbarton8805
@@DameonEganWWERockStar258I am very sorry❤